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VW new Touareg with new design and new technologies; focus on diesel

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With SCR, the amount of NO x in the exhaust is significantly reduced. These will include a Point-of-Interest (POI) Search via Google; map display provided by the Google Earth mapping service; the Google Street View function; and Online Traffic Information. Also new on the V6 TDI is a coasting function.

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Road Test: 2024 Cadillac XT4 Premium Luxury FWD

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Google Built-In is included to access updated apps in your vehicle, including Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play. The tail continues with vertical LED tail lights, twin rectangular chrome-tipped exhaust ports, and the hands-free power lift gate.

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New engines in Porsche 911 Carrera boost power and torque; almost 12% more efficient

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The greater power of the 911 Carrera S results from turbochargers with modified compressors, a specific exhaust system and tuned engine management. Google Earth and Google Streetview are also being integrated for the first time to offer better orientation. The 911 Carrera with PDK transmission now consumes 7.4 l less per 100 km.

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Nissan introduces new 1.5L diesel in Juke in Europe; 56 mpg US

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In addition, a closed-loop low-pressure exhaust gas recycling (EGR) system has helped ensure the unit is compatible with forthcoming Euro6 emission regulations. Nissan expects the best-selling model is expected to be the n-tec, which showcases new technology such as the latest Nissan Connect communication centre. liter dCi engine.

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Audi introduces 2015 Audi A3 and S3 sedans; A3 Sportback e-tron PHEV confirmed for US

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Adding to the existing Google Earth 3D satellite imagery and intelligent POI search with Google Voice Local Search, the Audi A3 introduces a new Picture Navigation service. These may be the driver’s own photos or scenes from Google Maps Street View. Photos can be imported via an SD card or a myAudi account. European versions.

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Schiff Amendment would provide resources to restart Plutonium-238 production for RTGs

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Recently, Russia refused to continue that relationship, and the US supply of Pu-238 is almost exhausted. Google Tech Talk: Save the Uranium-233 to Save Solar System Exploration (January 2011). General Purpose Heat Source Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (GPHS-RTG). Source: Kirk Sorensen. Click to enlarge.

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2017 Audi Q7 now available with 2.0-liter TFSI turbo-charged four-cylinder engine; lower entry point to premium SUV

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turbo introduced in 2015 on the A4 ( earlier post ), the engine features enhancements to the exhaust manifold integration; improvements to the Audi valvelift system; and the use of innovative thermal management, all helping to reduce fuel consumption and improve overall engine efficiency. The redesigned 2.0T Based on the Millerized 2.0L

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