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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. liter, 4-cylinder Tigershark engine available in the 2013 Dodge Dart GT. Earlier post.). —Chrysler S-1.

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EPA annual report finds automakers outperforming GHG emissions standards

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For the second consecutive model year, the automotive industry outperformed the national greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards by a wide margin, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) second annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Light Duty Vehicles: Manufacturer’s Performance Report.

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CARB investigation leads to nationwide recall of 500,000+ Cummins heavy-duty trucks due to defective SCR catalysts

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As CARB has done with light-duty vehicles (cars and pickups) for decades, it initiated a program in 2016 to bring private fleet-owned or rental trucks that had been operating for several years for testing. This number includes about 232,000 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 vehicles with Cummins engines that had the same SCR defect.

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Road Test: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid Max AWD Platinum

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On the Road The Max delivers the best road experience The Crown Max Platinum, weighing-in at 4,343 pounds, has adaptive variable suspension standard, so it can be set for different driving conditions and road surfaces. The electric power steering was direct, but a bit light when aggressively sweeping around country lane corners.

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Seven-day test: Living with the Porsche Taycan RWD

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This car features the Taycan S’s 19-inch Aero wheels ($2400) – not a bad option as the standard fit 19-inch jobs are a bit dull. inch driver display dominates your vision while 14-way power seats, heated steering wheel, surround view cameras and a head-up display all come standard. More than ample. This car’s 5.4

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