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FPT International introduces 8.7-liter CNG engine in China

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The Cursor 9 CNG offers power up to 400 hp @ 2000 rpm, and torque up to 1700 N·m @ 1.200 rpm, while at the same time having emissions lower than Euro VI. This, together with the modified cylinder head, characterized by intake ports with an optimized swirl angle, grants class leading fuel consumption.

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Tesla Semi unladen weight estimated by Nikola whistleblower

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Assuming this was the 500 mile test, total weight was 81K lbs so tractor is 27k lbs, 2000 lbs lighter than Tre. The Semi, however, has better performance and less maintenance than its conventional rivals in the trucking market. The load, 11 jersey barriers at 4K lbs each, is ~44K lbs. A 53 ft flatbed weighs about 10K lbs empty.

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Fjord1 launches world’s largest gas ferry on Boknafjord

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The ferry is built according to Det Norske Veritas’s Class, has deadweight of approx. Fjord1 started operating the world’s first gas ferry Glutra in Møre og Romsdal County in 2000, and is a market leader in the operation of gas-powered car ferries. The ferry holds 600 passengers including staff. 1350 metric tonnes and is approx.

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Consumer Reports Says EVs Less Reliable Than Traditional Automobiles

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Fellow TTAC author Chris Tonn noted that differing maintenance routines could have played a factor, using brakes as an example. Data is accrued primarily on model years from between 2000 and 2023. Sedans have fallen out of favor with consumers, but as a class they are very reliable,” explained Fisher.

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Nissan introduces new Navara pickup with fuel economy improved by up to 11% over previous model

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Engine options have been developed for best in class fuel efficiency and emissions ratings. Customization features provide driver assistance in a variety of languages, as well as alerts, maintenance reminders and more. Models come equipped with improved versions of Nissan’s 2.5-liter liter DOHC in-line 4-cylinder diesel engine or 2.5-liter

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

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Engine: 2000 bar injection pressure. liter engine increase the maximum injection pressure by 25% to as much as 2000 bar. In all models, the particulate filter is configured for the vehicle lifetime and is maintenance-free—i.e., New injectors for the 3.0-liter it never needs to be cleaned or replaced.

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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The only incentive that TDI vehicles receive—and it isn’t doled out by the US government—is almost consistently best-in-class fuel economy, reduced CO 2 emissions and clean diesel drivers knowing that they are doing their part to reduce the impact on the environment. Changes in the exhaust manifolds and turbo from Gen 1 to Gen 2.

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