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New Toyota Highlander turbocharged engine offers more torque and fewer emissions

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The 2023 Toyota Highlander gas models are equipped with a new, higher-torque, high-efficiency turbocharged engine. The new Highlander turbo models are equipped to tow up to 5,000-pounds and include Trailer Sway Control (TSC), which uses the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) to help control unwanted trailer movement. Highlander Hybrid.

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Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

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Toyota introduced the next-generation three-row 2020 Highlander SUV at the New York International Auto Show. Arriving in Toyota dealerships in winter, the Highlander gasoline model will arrive in December 2019 and the Highlander Hybrid will make its way to customers in February 2020.

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More Than a Million Toyota and Lexus Models Recalled for Airbag Sensor Issue

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The sensors in affected Toyota models may have been improperly manufactured, “causing a short circuit.” The automaker said that the failure “would not allow the airbag system to properly classify the occupant’s weight, and the airbag may not deploy as designed in certain crashes, increasing the risk of injury.”

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Tesla partners with CBA on low-interest financing in Australia

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The CBA says that the lowered interest rates are available for eligible customers who finance sustainable products, such as EVs and hybrids. Tesla has proven to be one of the preeminent and hallmark brands that has propelled the awareness and uptake of EV adoption in Australia,” said Joel Larsen, CBA general manager of personal lending.

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Ferrari wins Le Mans, Alfa Romeo confirms first EV: Lately’s Automobile Information

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Ferrari takes ancient 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans victory Alfa Romeo’s first EV debuts in first part of 2024 2024 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT secret agent photographs Toyota Highlander vs. Hyundai Palisade: Examine Crossover SUVs Felicity Jones to famous person in F1 drama form “One” Right here’s learn how to get extra mpg from your Toyota (..)

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2024 Toyota Tacoma targets for everybody, Trailhunter joins lineup

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When the primary fashions start this occasion it’ll introduce turbocharged and hybrid powertrains, seats with integrated injury absorbers, and unutilized Trailhunter style. Off-road-oriented TRD Professional and Trailhunter trims, together with any alternative truck optioned with the hybrid powertrain, will apply in spring 2024.

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Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

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The MDI lets you play your music from a personal external audio device through the audio system, with connections for players and storage devices that use a USB interface, including memory sticks and portable hard disk drives. What we found is plenty of personality with German styling that may only be topped by the Audi Q8.

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