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VW introduces new, more efficient TSI engine generation; Miller cycle with higher compression and electric VTG turbo

Green Car Congress

The cylinder head has been extensively re-engineered. The proven concept of the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head has been retained. Optimization of the charge motion in the interests of rapid flame propagation to reduce knock tendencies at high specific loads. Compared with a 1.4l Compared with a 1.4l

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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip

Clean Fleet Report

Driving for extended periods of time can be exhausting, but it can also be a lot of fun, particularly if you have the right equipment to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. First Aid Kit : Accidents occur, so it’s wise to keep a first aid kit on hand at all times.

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

EV Central

Home charging a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. inch colour head-up display, wireless Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, knurled rotary drive mode dial, power tailgate and keyless operation. Safety kit also runs deep. Public charging a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire.

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Busy Day - Time to get your WooGah On

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Despite being exhausted from yesterday, I got up early this morning and just cranked through a bunch of EV stuff on my day off. Note: The AC kit instructions don't say what to install the charger tray with. Moving onto the middle battery box: Here are the fan wires coming off the exhaust fan.

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Top 10 Reasons To Buy An E-Bike

Get Electric Vehicle

While riding downhill, some modern motors can be charged and that’s pretty impressive. You don’t have to buy a new bike because you can adapt your old cycle with an adaption kit and do it yourself in a matter of minutes, how cool is that? A single charge on a battery-powered cycle will allow you to travel up to 30 kilometers.

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