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Hagens Berman files class-action fuel economy and emissions lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler and Cummins over SCR defect in RAM 2500 and 3500 diesels

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According to the lawsuit, RAM owners report that efforts to fix the faulty emissions system significantly affect engine performance and mileage, with miles per gallon dropping as much as 25%. When the SCR system breaks down, the filter gets clogged, requiring more fuel to be injected to burn it off, according to the complaint.

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Volvo Car Corporation to Introduce Diesel Plug-in Hybrid in Europe in 2012

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The plug-in will support up to a 50 km (31 mile) all-electric range—sufficient to cover the daily transport needs of 75% of European drivers. The combined range is about 1,200 kilometers (746 miles). The diesel engine will be optimized to run on renewable synthetic diesel, and will meet future exhaust emission requirements.

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Can-Am Spyder First Drive: Embracing The Third Wheel

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Uneven or loose surfaces aren’t much of a hindrance and the vehicles are set up to absolutely devour miles without much physical effort.& But I never encountered anyone at Spyderquest who had ridden their three-wheeler for more than 40,000 miles. Meanwhile, the first Spyder went on sale in 2007.