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Shell Starship 3.0 to use Cummins X15N natural gas engine running on RNG

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The Starship initiative, launched in 2018, is intended to demonstrate how a Class 8 truck’s energy usage can be reduced by harnessing currently available energy-efficient technologies and lubricants. will capitalize on some of the latest available technology, including being powered by renewable natural gas. achieved 10.8

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2018 Chevy Equinox drops almost 400 lbs; about 10% of mass

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The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV has dropped nearly 400 pounds (181 kg)—approximately 10% of its mass—compared to its predecessor. The 2018 Equinox’s body structure design was optimized with a mixed-material strategy for strength and low weight. turbo engine option is available in dealers now, while the 2.0L

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Chevrolet 2017 Cruze Diesel EPA-rated at 52 mpg highway, 37 mpg combined; Tier 3 Bin 125

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The 2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan ( earlier post ) fitted with the six-speed manual transmission offers an EPA-estimated highway mileage of 52 mpg (4.52 The six-speed manual model returns an EPA-estimated city mileage of 30 mpg (7.83 l/100 km), resulting in 37 mpg (6.35 l/100 km) combined.

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GM adds 9-speed auto to 2018 Buick Envision for China

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Buick launched the 2018 Buick Envision in China with a new nine-speed transmission, updated design and enhanced connectivity. Like Buick’s new Regal and 2018 LaCrosse introduced earlier this year, the 2018 Envision features Buick eMotion Intelligent Drive Technology. The Envision originally went on sale in China in October 2014.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. The 2018 Hybrid and Plug-in will be produced in Asan, Korea, with Hybrid availability in the first quarter of 2018 and Plug-in availability in the second quarter of 2018. Hybrid Powertrain. of cargo volume.

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VW’s 1.0 TSI in the new up! GTI wins International Engine of the Year 2018 award in its category; Euro 6d-TEMP

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GTI1 has been named International Engine of the Year 2018 in its category. GTI—available since spring this year—is the latest addition to the EA211 range of engines. to 42 mpg US); the corresponding NEDC level is 4.8 l/100 km (49 mpg US). Volkswagen’s 1.0 TSI in the new up! The 85 kW / 115 PS 1.0

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2018 Toyota AYGO mid-lifecycle update features enhanced 1.0L engine; Euro 6d-TEMP-compliant; up to 61.8 mpg

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mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of only 86 g/km1. The x-shift is available as an option on new AYGO. l/100 km (56 mpg US) and generates CO 2 emissions of 95 g/km. The standard version achieves a fuel consumption of 4.1 l/100 km (57.3 l/100 km (61.8 Driving Dynamics.

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