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2016 Optima midsize sedan gains new 1.6L engine

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Kia Motors America (KMA) introduced the re-designed Optima midsize sedan at the New York International Auto Show. All new for the 2016 model is a 1.6-liter Available Rack-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) improves steering response with a higher gear ratio. Convenience and technology.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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As examples of SUV/MPV-style electric vehicle fuel efficiency, the 2016 Tesla Model X AWD - 75D is EPA-rated at 93 MPGe combined city/highway; the Model X AWD - P90D is EPA-rated at 89 MPGe; and the 2016 BYD e6 compact MPV is EPA-rated at 72 MPGe. Level 3 chargers and “superchargers” cannot be used to charge the Pacifica Hybrid.

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Honda and China-based SenseTime to jointly research and develop AI technologies for automated driving

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the R&D subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., SenseTime won the first place for two consecutive years (2015 and 2016) in the ImageNet Large Scale Visual Recognition Challenge ( ILSVRC ), a competition jointly hosted annually by multiple universities including Stanford University to evaluate image recognition technologies. Honda R&D Co.,

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MAN shows TGX parallel diesel hybrid truck concept, previews CNG in TGM trucks at IAA; gearbox cooperation with Scania

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Also at IAA, MAN gave a preview of the CNG technology in trucks with a TGM distributor chassis; the CNG trucks are due in the market in 2016. The MAN TGX concept hybrid will be driven by a parallel hybrid system, supplied by a 440 hp (328 kW) diesel engine and an electric motor with 130 kW drive power. TGX Hybrid. MAN TGM CNG.

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Peugeot E-Expert walk around and first drive

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The charging flap is located here at the front left of the vehicle, this opens which opens like so to reveal your Type 2 and your CCS connector. The CCS connector is your public rapid charge port. There’s a further little cubby hole here as well and some storage perhaps for your phone once it’s plugged in charging.

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Volkswagen’s MEB for EVs: long electric range, open-platform, open-space, pricing for the volume market; “tablet on wheels”

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The powertrain packaging decisions may be simpler (skateboard battery pack, motor drive unit, power electronics), but the complexity of the connectivity, HMI (human-machine interface) and autonomy technologies may be greater, given Volkswagen’s intent to deploy an open platform. The charging will improve. —Christian Senger.

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Opel to launch 3 new engine families, 13 new engines by 2016

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Opel is launching three new engine families and 13 new engines between 2012 and 2016, renewing 80% of its engine portfolio. billion) through 2016—is beginning the renewal of its powertrain portfolio now with the introduction of all-new 1.6-liter bar and provides a dense intake charge in combination with air-to-air intercooling.

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