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2015 Chevrolet and GMC pickups, SUVs to offer eight-speed transmission with EcoTec3 V-8

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Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L It also provides another effective tool for controlling exhaust emissions. EcoTec3 V-8 (L86) ( earlier post ).

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Tula Technology reports up to 18% fuel economy gain in GM 6.2L V8 using Dynamic Skip Fire technology; emissions benefits too

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In 2015, Delphi also took a stake in the Silicon Valley-based company. The base engine is used by General Motors in many applications, among them, the 2010 GMC Yukon Denali. DSF reduces CO, CO 2 , HC, and at some conditions NO x emissions. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Tula Technology used a production General Motors L94 6.2L