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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. The synthetic fuel is produced at the power-to-gas plant in Werlte from water and carbon dioxide using electricity generated by wind power. The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5

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Honda opens new $124M wind tunnel in Ohio

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Honda opened its new $124-million wind tunnel facility in Ohio, ushering in a new era of development testing capabilities for Honda and Acura products, as well as the company’s race vehicles. HALO Wind Tunnel Main Fan. Absent engine and exhaust sounds, wind noise will be more noticeable inside the cabin of an electric vehicle.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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87 mph, when the maximum speed of the electric motor would be reached at approx. Electric drive mode: all-electric driving from a standstill up to 81 mph, the combustion engine always remains switched off. Individual drive mode: individual customization of the drive, transmission, AMG DYNAMICS, chassis, steering and exhaust system.

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2018 Toyota AYGO mid-lifecycle update features enhanced 1.0L engine; Euro 6d-TEMP-compliant; up to 61.8 mpg

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liter, 3-cylinder engine –such as adding exhaust VVT and twin injectors- we are now able to offer A-segment customers the best combination of performance and best in class fuel efficiency, in-line with AYGO’s DNA of ‘fun and efficient’. seconds, and on to a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). Through significant improvements to the 1.0-liter,

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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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The new sports car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). seconds, and on up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph); fuel consumption of 6.8 For the launch of the TT, the 2.0 quattro drive.

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Mercedes-AMG Brings Entry-Trim SL 43 to America

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turbocharged engine breathed upon by AMG and featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger. Electronically controlled, this drives the shaft of the turbocharger directly to accelerate the compressor wheel before the exhaust gas flow takes over the drive it in a conventional manner. What’s that, you say? Glad you asked.

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2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Review – Still Got It

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Usually, convertible versions of sports coupes suffer from chassis flex and wind/road noise and the like, but this car doesn’t, at least for the most part – you might get some chassis flex when hitting a severe enough bump, but it’s rare. Doing so will take about 15 seconds and can be done at speeds up to 31 mph.

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