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Chevrolet introduces 2013 Malibu ECO with eAssist

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Chevrolet has introduced the 2013 Malibu ECO, its most fuel-efficient midsize sedan yet. engine features dual-overhead cams, direct injection, continuously variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control, as well as a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and cylinder head. Chevrolet Malibu ECO PowerFlow screen.

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EC fines automakers $1B for colluding on technical development of NOx aftertreatment systems

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According to the Commission, the car manufactures held regular technical meetings to discuss the development of the selective catalytic reduction (SCR)-technology which reduces NO x emissions from diesel passenger cars through the injection of urea (also called AdBlue) into the exhaust gas stream.

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Use These Exciting EV Charging Incentives to Fund Your Commercial Charging Station

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There are billions of dollars of electric vehicle (EV) charging incentives throughout the United States. As a result, EV charging infrastructure is being deployed in record numbers to keep pace. In fact, in 2011 there were only 2,100 charging station locations throughout the United States. Federal EV Charging Incentives.

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New power-dense 2.0L GDI turbo with twin-scroll turbocharger and new combustion system offered in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

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turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. engine that also is new in the 2013 Malibu—and builds on previous GM turbo engines with features that enhance efficiency, durability and refinement. Rotocast aluminum cylinder head with sodium-filled exhaust valves. New Ecotec 2.0L Click to enlarge.

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Tritium, Miller providing fast chargers and light-duty EVs for mining industry

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As the only liquid-cooled, IP65-rated EV charging technology provider, Tritium is uniquely positioned to support the mining industry’s transition to electric vehicles through innovative charging technology that is sealed to protect against sediment, dust and moisture, and rated to operate in harsh conditions.

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Furtive eGT electric sports car hits 240 km/h on the Nordschleife; small production series for 2013

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Exagon intends to build a small production series of the Furtive eGT starting in 2013. The 360V Saft battery pack has a capacity of 53 kWh; it is spec’d to retain more than 80% capacity after 3,000 charging cycles—enough to take the car one more 1 million kilometers.

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A closer look at the basics of Volkswagen Group’s important new 2.0L diesel MDB engine

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liter diesel, prominently showing the closely attached exhaust aftertreatment system. The Group was responsible for 79% of all light-duty passenger diesel sales in the US in 2013; worldwide, every fourth car sold by the Group is a diesel, said Dr. Johannes Arning, of Volkswagen’s Powertrain Product Management group. The EA288 2.0-liter

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