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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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During his presentation at the TDI Efficiency Rally, UMTRI researcher Bruce Belzowski first presented a summary of his analysis of the total cost of ownership of diesels with a comparison to that of their gas vehicle counterparts. marketshare by 2018—i.e., Earlier post.). marketshare in 2012 to 1.25 lbs (4 kg).

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German OEMs to upgrade emissions control on 5.3M Euro 5 and 6 diesels, contribute to €500M Sustainable Mobility fund

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The aim is a 30% reduction in NO x emissions from these vehicles by the end of 2018. The automakers will bear the entire cost of the retrofitting, estimated by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) to be at least €500 million. The German KBA will also test exhaust emissions even with approved vehicles.

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IDTechEx calculates ~31 GWh of electric vehicle markets beyond cars in 2021

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From IDTechEx’s review of the most promising eVTOL companies, 21 have presented timeline information about when they are looking to begin commercial eVTOL production, plans which are highly dependent on flight certification. Several companies have said they are a couple of years into what they think will be a five-year certification process.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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In April 2018 Ford announced all its sedans and coupes would be going away by 2020, except for one–the iconic Mustang. came to life with a throaty note that would grumble and pop from the active valve performance exhaust system. Bridging the past and present. High-Performance Turbo Manual Transmission Fun. to go to a car show.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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The drive and power modes described above present several options for tailored driving. The bumper, with a flat top and a skid-resistance surface, incorporates dual exhaust tips. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. Road Test: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure. Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-5.

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Road Test: 2022 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec Advance

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Managed by the large wheel on the center console, selecting one of the modes integrates specific driving dynamics that affect the throttle response, steering, suspension dampers, and the exhaust note. LED tail lights and twin, round chrome exhaust tips on the outer edges of the fascia completed the rear design. Interior: Quiet Comfort.

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Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

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Clean Fleet Report’s CX-9 Signature, painted in Snowflake White Pearl, had a color-keyed shark fin antenna and a power moonroof, with the dual, bright exhaust tips completing the graceful and attractive design. Road Test: 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. Flash Drive: 2018 Toyota Highlander.

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