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JULY 16, 2014

2014 Yaris Hybrid. Toyota’s refreshed 2014 Yaris for Europe offers a choice of four powertrains, including a thoroughly reworked 3-cylinder 1.0 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. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Ford Motor Company will offer three years of complimentary charging to California and Maryland customers who purchase or lease a 2016 C-MAX Energi with its pilot EV 1-2-3 Charge program. Atkinson engine and an 88 kW electric motor with an eCVT hybrid power-split transaxle (HF35) and a 35 kW, 7.6 kWh Li-ion battery pack.

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OCTOBER 29, 2019

The front-wheel drive electric motor generates 181 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque enabling the new MINI Cooper SE to go from 0 – 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 93 mph. Based on, and dimensionally almost identical to the MINI Hardtop 2 Door launched in 2014, the MINI Cooper SE has been engineered to be electric.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

of total BMW Group sales in the US. The BMW i Vision Dynamics is an all-electric, emission-free four-door Gran Coupe that accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds, has a top speed of 120 mph with a range of 373 miles. The BMW i3s accelerates from 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 100 mph.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2013

The enhanced 2014 Toyota Verso features an expanded engine line-up which introduces a new 1.6 Since the initial launch of the European market Verso in 2002, cumulative sales have risen to more than 700,000 units. Diesel engine sales continue to dominate the European market in the C-MPV segment, and 1.6-liter 2014 Verso.

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JANUARY 23, 2015

Following its entry into the US eBike market in early 2014, Bosch has established a new headquarters office for Bosch eBike Systems in Southern California, expanding the business unit’s global operations in the US and Canada. Bosch’s eBike System boosts a cyclist’s human power with electric power at speeds up to 20 mph (32 km/h).

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MAY 22, 2014

The Impala comes standard with a four-cylinder engine, which currently accounts for more than 30% of Impala retail sales. A recent report from Navigant Research predicted worldwide sales of vehicles with stop/start technology (SSVs) will grow from 8.8 Stop/start technology will be standard on the 2015 Impala base 2.5-liter

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APRIL 25, 2013

Under the terms of the partnership, the first EV model—the Emgrand EC7-EV, based on Geely’s Emgrand EC7—will go on sale in 2014. The vehicle will accelerate from 0-100 km/h acceleration under eight seconds and offer a top speed exceeding 200 km/h (124 mph).

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

In terms of technical enhancements, particular focus has been placed on the V6 TDI engines, as in Europe more than 90% of all Touareg sales are of models with one of the two V6 TDI engine capacities on offer. Meanwhile, at higher speeds—140 km/h (87 mph) and above—the air suspension automatically lowers the vehicle’s body.

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AUGUST 15, 2013

Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. The GLA, which will go on sale in 2014, is Mercedes-Benz’ first entry into the fast-growing compact SUV segment. 2015 GLA-Class. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 21, 2014

(BDNT) officially unveiled its DENZA all-electric vehicle at Auto China 2014, in Beijing. DENZA is powered by an 86 kW (peak) motor that provides a maximum speed of up to 150 km/h (93 mph) and peak torque of 290 N·m. BDNT’s first DENZA car will be on the market in September 2014. Earlier post.).

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APRIL 4, 2014

Making its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show 2014 will be the updated 2015 BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle, which will include the X3 xDrive28d, the first BMW Advanced Diesel X3 model for the US. The X3 xDrive28d will accelerate from 0 – 60 mph in just under eight seconds. Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Audi first revealed the A3 Sportback e-tron at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. This new A3 lineup begins with the A3 sedan, which goes on sale in the spring of 2014. In 2014, Volkswagen will launch the latest high-performing TDI Clean Diesel engine generation (EA288). Earlier post.).

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MARCH 6, 2022

With three electric motors producing 1,050 horsepower (hp) and 1,328 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) Hot on the heels of the well-received Kia EV6 , the Kia EV9 three-row SUV is slated to begin production in second quarter 2023 and American sales sometime in early 2024. Expect dual motors and all-wheel drive to be an option, if not standard.

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JANUARY 13, 2016

Unlike the 3-motor e-tron quattro, the h-tron uses two electric motors, one on each axle, and so drives like a “conventional” electric vehicle, notes Audi Head of Electric Powertrain Siegfried Pint—i.e. The decision to go with two motors was based on the power capability of the fuel stack, Pint said. Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 25, 2014

The 2014 Canter meets the requirements of different emissions standards, depending on the weight variant. Furthermore, these standards become law at different times: Euro VI and Euro 5b+ have been in force since the start of 2014, Euro 6b does not become compulsory until September 2016. mph) the diesel engine kicks in.

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MARCH 4, 2015

At the Geneva Motor Show, Toyota introduced the facelifted Auris. l/100 km (67 mpg US) currently accounts for more than 50% of all Auris sales in West Europe, a mix Toyota expects to grow further over the next few years. seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). engine that went on sale in AYGO and Yaris last year.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2013

p> Kia Motors has confirmed the development of a battery-electric version of the Kia Soul for the US market, scheduled to go on sale in 2014. —Kia Motors America’s executive director of product planning, Orth Hedrick. The Kia Soul EV will be Kia’s first all-electric, zero-emissions vehicle marketed outside of Korea.

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AUGUST 3, 2012

Toyota held its first media briefing and drive for the RAV4 EV ( earlier post ), due to go on sale later this year in California. The converted RAV4 is the result of the partnership between Toyota and Tesla Motors announced in May 2010; Toyota has contracted for 2,600 units. The RAV4 EV. Click to enlarge. Powertrain Cooling Systems.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

Sales of the new B-Class commenced on 12 September, with the world première taking place during the Paris Motor Show (4 to 19 October). The revamped models will be making their way to dealerships from 29 November 2014. Buyers have a wide choice of powertrains: five diesel models with fuel ranging from 3.6 l/100 km (65.3

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OCTOBER 10, 2013

The BMW i3 ( earlier post , earlier post ) will go on sale in the US market in the second quarter of 2014. The i3 is propelled by 170-hp, 184 lb-ft hybrid-synchronous electric motor ( earlier post ) with max. The i3 accelerates from 0-30 mph in 3.5 Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge. revs of 11,400 rpm.

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JANUARY 28, 2014

The new Polo will go on sale this spring, first in Germany, then in most other European countries. As previously, one of the gasoline versions of the latest Polo that will make its appearance in 2014 is a BlueGT version with cylinder deactivation (ACT – active cylinder management). l/100 km (57.4 mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Tesla Motors vehicle technician Chris Yap readying Tesla Roadsters at the development facility in San Carlos, Calif. Thus, 2012 could become 2013 or 2014 — with no revenue coming in the door. Tesla to stop selling electric sports car next year. The roadster went through an obstacle course of trouble before it came out.

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AUGUST 29, 2013

liter TSI four-cylinder engine in the 2014 Jetta and Passat, followed by the 2014 Beetle. In a presentation at Volkswagen of America’s 2014 line drive in St. now goes from 0 to 60 mph in a manufacturer estimated 7.3 The 2014 Jetta. For 2014, the torsion-beam rear suspension that was fitted to the 2.0L

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

Audi is presenting the new TT Roadster and the TTS Roadster at the Paris Motor Show; the introduction follows the recent introduction of the 3rd-generation TT Coupé. The top model breaks into the high-performance range, sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 Audi TT Roadster. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 16, 2014

Renovo Motors , Inc. unveiled a production prototype of its Renovo Coupe electric supercar at the 2014 Pebble Beach Concourse d’Elegance. Top speed is more than 120 mph (193 km/h). Renovo says that its mid-mounted motors, with a single gear direct drive, feature optimized energy mappings for a wide range of driving conditions.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Accordingly, Volkswagen of America (VoA) diesel sales to date in 2014 represent slightly north of 23% of all Volkswagen of America sales. In August, Jetta posted 3,988 diesels sales (26% of Jetta sales, while Passat TDI sales were 2,767 units, representing 30.1% of sales of the vehicle. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 13, 2014

Volkswagen is organizing the e-mobility weeks to inform politicians and policy-makers; journalists; dealers; fleet managers (70% of sales in Germany are to fleets); and the general public about present and future e-technologies and e-vehicles, as well as to make the case that, as one presenter put it: “ e-mobility is at the heart of Volkswagen ”.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2013

announced details of the e-Golf, its first fully electric vehicle to go on sale in the US, prior to its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The e-Golf is due to go on sale in select states in the fourth quarter of 2014. The e-Golf accelerates from 0 - 25 mph (40 km/h) in 4.2 seconds and from 0-60 mph in approximately 10.4

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kW electric motor powered by electricity from its hydrogen fuel cell (fed by up to 4.3 A fairly conventional look Through a chemical process, the fuel cell uses hydrogen and oxygen to create electricity to power the motor and charge the lithium-ion battery. seconds in 0-60 mph runs. kg of hydrogen).

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NOVEMBER 4, 2015

During October, Hyundai Motor delivered another 50 units of its ix35 Fuel Cell vehicles ( earlier post ) for distribution to customers across Europe. The ix35 Fuel Cell is fitted with a 100 kW (136 PS) electric motor, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). Launched in 2014, the “2020.22.2”

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The pair of midsize electric SUVs will be built in North America and go on sale in 2024. It will go on sale in Europe, where “B-Segment” subcompacts remain in an important market. By 2030, executives said, 100% of Jeep sales in Europe will be battery-electric, as weill 50% of U.S. All-new, all-electric Wagoneer S.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Kia Motors America (KMA) introduced the 2015 Soul EV at the Chicago Auto Show. Scheduled to go on sale in the third quarter of 2014, the Soul EV will be Kia’s first battery-electric car sold in the US. Kia also highlighted its Niro hybrid concept along with the 2014 Optima hybrid at the event. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

The 2014 Mazda6 sedan made its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. liter gasoline engine, goes on sale in January. The 2014 Mazda6 also will be the first production vehicle to feature Mazda’s capacitor-based brake energy regeneration system called i-ELOOP, featuring a new 25V variable voltage alternator.

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JANUARY 16, 2024

Timing: PVB production is in South Korea with the North America on-sale date to be announced. The RS touts 1,000+ hp with 0-60 mph under two seconds and a top speed of 200 mph. With dual motors, the all-wheel drive has 800-volt architecture and carbon ceramic Brembo brakes. The PV5 should be the first to be released.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) outlined the progress of development of its green technologies as well as its vehicle deployment plans through 2015. TMC plans to launch a new fuel cell bus (FC bus) currently in development with Hino Motors, Ltd. Starting in 2014, TMC plans to launch a vehicle with a new 2.0-liter,

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AUGUST 30, 2009

As one of the GM employees at the event told me, “ We can make each car great, we don’t have to worry about cannibalizing sales from a sister vehicle. ”. The interior for the new LaCrosse is called “ gorgeous ” by Car and Driver and “ if the exterior entices, the interior could seal the deal ” in Motor Trend. million vehicles/year.

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