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Shell Starship 3.0 to use Cummins X15N natural gas engine running on RNG

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will capitalize on some of the latest available technology, including being powered by renewable natural gas. mpg in the 2018 run with Starship 1.0. and information about the test drivers will be announced soon. Like the first two versions, the new Starship 3.0 Shell Starship 3.0 In its 2021 run, Starship 2.0 achieved 10.8

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. ECO mode: Improves hybrid system efficiency by limiting power in response to light to moderate accelerator pedal input.

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2025 Volvo EX30, Aston Martin Bulldog: Automotive Information Headlines

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You’ll to find those tales and extra in as of late’s automotive information, proper right here at Motor Authority. 2025 Volvo EX30 hits 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, begins at $34,950 Aston Martin Bulldog comes out of its shut eye to crash 205.4 2025 Volvo EX30 hits 60 mph in 3.4

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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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Toyota has introduced its new fifth-generation Avalon, based on a Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, and powered by two new TNGA powertrains: a 301 hp, 267 lb-ft (362 N·m) 3.5-liter Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88

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New VW Golf GTD offers more power and lower fuel consumption; 56 mpg US

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l/100 km (56 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. Another new option is Car Net for transmitting online information such as the Google Earth map service. Volkswagen is introducing a new Golf GTD (Gran Turismo Diesel). Equipped with a new 2.0L l/100 km less fuel consumption and a 25 g/km improvement in CO 2 emissions. l/100 km (52.3

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Ford projects C-MAX Hybrid will deliver 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway; expected payback of hybrid premium in two years

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Ford projects that its upcoming C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) will achieve an EPA-rated 47 mpg city (5.0 L/100km) and 44 mpg highway (5.3 L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 L/100km city and 40 mpg / 5.9 When powered by gasoline, the C-MAX Hybrid uses the all-new 2.0-liter

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Buick to introduce VELITE 6 PHEV in China

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The VELITE 6 PHEV will be powered by Buick eMotion electric drive technology that leverages GM’s global electrification expertise. It will provide up to 780 kilometers of total driving range, including 60 kilometers of range powered purely by electricity, while delivering a quiet and smooth driving experience with seamless power shift.

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