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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 The advanced lithium-ion based chemistry can power the Malibu hybrid at up to 55 mph (89 km/h) on electricity alone. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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Ford reveals redesigned 2015 Ford Focus with 1.0L EcoBoost engine option

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2015 Ford Focus. Ford revealed the redesigned 2015 Ford Focus at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry. Android and iOS smartphone owners can download more than 60 AppLink-enabled apps from the Apple App Store and Android market. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Mercedes-Benz introduces latest E 200 Natural Gas Drive and E 220 BlueTEC BlueEFFICIENCY Edition

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mpg US), with CO 2 emission of 147 g/km. The natural gas is stored in three containers—one behind the rear backrest and two under the floor of the trunk. seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph). In both cases the vehicle already meets the EU6 standard valid from 2015. Together they hold 121.5 liters (19.5

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Ford and Automatic Labs working together to support connected-car solutions

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Highway speeding may not save you much time, but driving 10 mph over the speed limit reduces fuel efficiency by 12-15%. The app will display actual mpg for all trips; detect fill-ups; and track local gas prices. Braking abruptly decreases fuel efficiency and dramatically increases wear-and-tear on your car’s brake pads.

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Volkswagen introduces the Sport Coupé Concept GTE PHEV at Geneva; 118 mpg US

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Volkswagen is unveiling the Sport Coupé Concept GTE plug-in hybrid at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show, ushering in a new and progressive Volkswagen brand design language. The concept car, with a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph), has an average combined fuel consumption (NEDC combined) of 2.0

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New A-Class to offer radar-based collision prevention assist as standard along with array of other advanced safety options; fuel consumption down by up to 35%

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The A 220 CDI (available from December 2012) already meets the Euro 6 emission standard which only comes into force in 2015. liters per 100 km (62 mpg US), corresponding to 98 g of CO 2 /km. liters (48 mpg US). liters/100 km (55 mpg US) (provisional figure). liters/100 km (55 mpg US) (provisional figure).

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VW launches new Sharan MPV; up to 14.3% more fuel efficient; stop-start, battery regen standard

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l/100 km (47 mpg US). The first generation Sharan made its debut in Geneva in 1995; between 1995 and 2015 more than 800,000 Sharans were sold worldwide. mpg US, 154 g/km CO 2 ). Its top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) (DSG: 198 km/h). mpg US, equating to 167 g/km CO 2 ). mpg US, CO 2 emission: 136 g/km).

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