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New Fuso Canter with EcoEfficiency; up to 9% more fuel efficient; new hybrid

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The “EcoEfficiency” models combined a number of measures available as standard for all Canter model variants. Engine: 2000 bar injection pressure. liter engine increase the maximum injection pressure by 25% to as much as 2000 bar. The Canter is still available with a choice of two different emission control systems.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces new Vito mid-size van; up to 41.3 mpg US, new front-wheel drive option

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The variety of diesel engines available in the new Vito is also unique in the model’s segment. This engine is available in two performance classes: 65 kW (88 hp) and 84 kW (114 hp). Emission control comes via exhaust gas recirculation, a diesel particulate filter and an oxidation catalytic converter.

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First fleet of 100 Mercedes-Benz Vito E-Cell electric vans covers 650,000 km in customer use; more model variants planned

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The areas of application are diverse: courier, express and package service providers (KEP, in German: Kurier-, Express- und Paketdienstleister); plant transportation in large corporations; service vehicles for plant maintenance, customer service, and assembly and internal transport within companies. The bodywork as such remains unaffected.

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Allison Transmission announces global availability of 9-speed transmission, expanded electrification portfolio at IAA CV

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With its deep first gear ratio and industry-leading ratio coverage, the Allison 9-speed transmission provides fuel savings as the efficient gear train allows the torque converter to lock up early in first gear. This will provide fleet management and maintenance staff with the insight they need to improve vehicle uptime.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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The hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle re-fuels in 3–5 minutes, travels up to 300 miles (482 km) on a full tank, and will be available to customers in California beginning in fall 2015. FC Boost Converter. The boost converter is mounted just forward of the fuel cell stack.

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Plug-In Hybrids (or Plugin Hybrids)

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In many areas of the country, overnight power is available at a lower cost. Cost increments for a plug-in hybrid compact vehicle will be 10-20% more than a regular hybrid: $2000-3000 extra for a sedan; $5000 for an SUV. This means the more maintenance-free electrical systems of PHEVs offset the initial higher cost of batteries.

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Hyundai to offer Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle to LA-area retail customers in spring 2014; Honda, Toyota show latest FCV concepts targeting 2015 launch

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai announced plans to offer its next-generation Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle for the US market for $499 per month, including unlimited free hydrogen refueling and At Your Service Valet Maintenance at no extra cost. Availability begins in Spring 2014 at several Southern California Hyundai dealers.

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