Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2013

The Volkswagen Beetle Turbo, Beetle Turbo Convertible, and the Jetta GLI receive a number of running changes to 2013 model year cars that go on sale this month. Peak power is generated 200 revs higher in the engine range, at 5300 rpm, and torque remains unchanged at 207 lb-ft (280 N·m). seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph, 0.2

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Fuel Economy Engine Fuel Economy 284

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

Honda has updated the sporty CR-Z hybrid with a range of improvements focusing on style and performance. The power of both the gasoline engine and electric motor has been increased to 137 PS (128 hp, 96 kW) without compromising fuel economy or increasing exhaust emissions. The revised CR-Z will go on sale in January 2013.

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Li-ion Honda Hybrid Power 225

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JULY 16, 2014

liter diesel complete the range. Europe is the world’s fastest growing hybrid market; sales increased by 34% in 2013, with the region accounting for 12% of total global hybrid sales. The Yaris Hybrid sold 49,774 units in 2013, and the Valenciennes French factory has recently produced its 100,000 th Yaris Hybrid. A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter

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2014 Engine Toyota Hybrid 273

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

Land Rover will offer the option of diesel powertrains in two 2016 model year luxury SUVs: the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 The Range Rover Sport Td6 and Range Rover Td6 accelerate from 0-60 mph in 7.1

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Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 150

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APRIL 19, 2017

Among the highlights is new efficient engine range and a series of new technologies for electrification of the powertrain. In addition, Mercedes-Benz plans a plug-in hybrid with an electric range of about 50 kilometers (31 miles). kWh, the range for all-electric driving in the PHEV model will increase to about 50 km. 48V system.

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Mercedes PHEV Hybrid MPG 170

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

The BMW X3 xDrive28i accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds (preliminary), on its way to an electronically governed top speed of 130 mph. The exhaust stream from cylinders 1 and 4, and the exhaust stream from cylinders 2 and 3, follow separate spiral-shaped paths to the turbine wheel.

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BMW Auto Fuel Economy Exhaust 210

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2013

Audi recently revealed the A3 Sportback e-tron at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. In electric mode, the A3 Sportback e-tron has a range of about 50 km (31 miles). seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph), and the car’s top speed with this engine is 213 km/h (132 mph). Earlier post.). TFSI; and 150 hp (112 kW) 2.0

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Audi 2015 PHEV MPG 218

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

A highly efficient SCR system removes NO x from the exhaust, said Audi Head of Powertrain Development, Dr. Stefan Knirsch. Top speed km/h (mph). The ultra range from Audi also includes the A3 1.6 TDI ultra, that had its debut as the first ultra model in fall 2013. New Ultra models. output kW (bhp). A4 Sedan 2.0

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MPG Audi Diesel Miles 225

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

The plug-in hybrid powertrain of the production BMW i8 unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show ( earlier post ) combines electric drive with a highly turbocharged internal combustion engine. With its combined maximum output of 266 kW/362 hp, combined peak torque of 570 nm (420 lb-ft), 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) acceleration in 4.4

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BMW Plug-in Plug Hybrid 247

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2011

An exhaust manifold cast into the cylinder head. The one-piece assembly lowers the temperature of the exhaust gases. Ford is on track to deliver on its promise in 2006 of offering EcoBoost on 90% of its North American lineup by 2013 and to be producing 1.5 Faster cylinder block warm-ups save fuel, especially in cold weather.

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DECEMBER 28, 2022

Maserati says the top speed is a stunning 203 mph, which we believe, but did not attempt, making it the fastest vehicle in its class. One of the most annoying thing about cars that pretend to be a sports sedan, but really aren’t, is their faux or overpowering exhaust note. Sometimes you just have to have fun! Climb In and Step On It.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 96

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

2013 Lexus GS 450h. Lexus has introduced its all-new 2013 GS 450h hybrid at the Frankfurt motor show. The hybrid version of the 2013 GS 350 incorporates improvements to its hybrid powertrain and is equipped with a second generation Lexus Hybrid Drive system. Click to enlarge. In addition, the battery layout has been redesigned.

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GS 450h Lexus 2013 Hybrid 268

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

The 81 kW / 108 hp Golf BlueMotion is a five-seater that is capable of 202 km/h (125 mph). This third generation Golf BlueMotion will be launched into the market in summer 2013. l/100 km fuel consumption, the new Golf has a theoretical range of 1,562 km (971 miles). This Golf concept, powered by another new 1.6-liter

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MPG Concept 2013 Fuel 359

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. mi) range in electric mode in the NEDC—like the fuel consumption, another record in the segment. mph) as long as traffic is slow-moving.

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Audi PHEV Diesel Fuel 150

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NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The 2013 Jetta Hybrid. Volkswagen is holding media drive events this week for the sporty new 2013 Jetta Turbo Hybrid ( earlier post ), which features the second version of a Volkswagen gasoline-electric hybrid drive system: a 1.4L The Jetta Hybrid can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.6 Click to enlarge. kWh Li-ion battery pack.

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Hybrid MPG Gasoline-Electric Sale 296

Green Car Congress

MAY 8, 2013

At the recent 2013 SAE World Congress, engineers from Bosch and AVL presented papers on progress in the ACCESS project, describing the design, combustion development and controls development for a resulting 4-cylinder gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine with part-load HCCI capability. V6 accelerates from 0-60 mph in 5.5

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Engine 278

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MARCH 22, 2016

Volvo’s new powertrain offerings include multiple engine enhancements, such as turbo compounding for the Volvo D13 engine; the introduction of Volvo I-Shift with Crawler Gears automated manual transmission; and a one-box Exhaust Aftertreatment System (EATS). mph with 3.58 One-box exhaust aftertreatment system. rear axle ratio.

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Volvo Fuel Power Powered 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

liter engine accelerates the Audi A3 Sportback from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 10.9 seconds for the sprint from zero to 100 km/h and a top speed of 213 km/h (133 mph). seconds for the sprint from zero to 100 km/h and a top speed of 213 km/h (133 mph). seconds, top speed of 232 km/h (144 mph), average fuel consumption of 4.3

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Audi MPG Plug-in Diesel 281

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2013

liter version of this engine has already made its debut in the 2013 Beetle and Jetta GLI, delivering a 10 hp improvement.). Key advances for Gen 3 are in weight reduction, friction reduction, and the internal exhaust cooling system. now goes from 0 to 60 mph in a manufacturer estimated 7.3 Generational progress with the EA888.

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2014 Engine Exhaust Fuel Economy 331

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

kWh Li-ion pack enabling an electric range of up to 15 miles (24 km) at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 km/h), according to Toyota. kWh), the EV range is increased. Maximum EV speed is up to 62 mph. Maximum electric range is 15 miles. Power mode increases throttle response in the middle range more than normal.

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Prius Plug-in 2012 Plug 244

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Hybrid vehicle models equipped with the engine will be launched starting 2013. The adoption of newly developed exhaust aftertreatment technology. expects to maintain this level of sales, forecasting global sales of its hybrid vehicles to be at least 1 million units a year from 2013 to 2015. liter AR gasoline engine.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine Toyota 316

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014

seconds, and on to a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). VVT-iW was first introduced in 2013 on the Lexus NX 200t with the direct-injected 2.0L VVT-iW was first introduced in 2013 on the Lexus NX 200t with the direct-injected 2.0L VVT-iW features standard VVT-i on the exhaust valves and VVT-iW on the intake side.

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Engine Europe Fuel Fuel Economy 218

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Fuel cell technology is running in comepetition with long-range battery electric vehicles. The entire fuel cell operates in the voltage range of 230 to 360 volts. Because the exhaust system only has to handle water vapor, it is made of weight-saving plastic. The range is boosted by up to 50 kilometers (31.1 Earlier post.)

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Audi Hydrogen Fuel Concept 278

Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2013

The EADS Group—comprising Airbus, Astrium, Cassidian and Eurocopter—is demonstrating at the Paris Air Show 2013 a number of initiatives in the field of electric and hybrid propulsion, which it calls its “E-aircraft projects”. Click to enlarge. A backup battery is provided for emergency landing purposes.

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Hybrid Re-Charge Electric Electrical 334

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2015

The new turbo engine and a leaner architecture that reduces up to 250 pounds (113 kg) also contribute to the new Cruze’s stronger performance, with expected 0-60-mph acceleration of eight seconds. Cruze sales in the US in 2014 were 273,060 units —a 10% increase over 2013. diesel already proven in Europe and other global markets.

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Chevrolet Diesel 2017 Oil-Sands 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

liters/100 km (84 mpg US)—lower than Mercedes initially suggested upon the vehicle’s unveiling in 2013—which corresponds to 65 g CO 2 /km emissions. The integration of the power electronics with an electric motor optimized for plug-in operation enables top performance in terms of comfort and output over the entire operating range.

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Plug-in Mercedes Plug Hybrid 225

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2014

Vortec delivered smooth, quiet power with CNG under a range of different load conditions. Although Chevy emphasizes the benefits of the 2500HD with the bi-fuel option as a full dual fuel vehicle with a combined range of up to some 650 miles, in more than 500 miles of driving over the course of a week, we used mainly only natural gas.

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