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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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Friction-reducing measures include a variable speed water pump, a clutched air compressor, low-viscosity oil and an improved cylinder kit. The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter That number jumps to 105 MPGe, or miles per gallon equivalent, when combining electricity and gasoline. MPGe is a measurement of how far a car can travel, electrically, on the same amount of energy as is contained in 1 gallon of gasoline.

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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. Understeer was non-existent, so it was possible to get back on the gas quickly when hitting corners hard. Interior: Quiet Comfort.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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The all-wheel drive 2021 NX 300h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system, a parallel hybrid system where the electric motor can power the car by itself for short distances, the gas engine can power the car by itself, or they can power the car together. The parallel system comprises a 2.5-liter, Safety and Convenience.

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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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The first foray for Genesis into the hottest automotive segment is the all-new 2021 GV80 SUV, which has been joined by the GV70, and soon the all-electric GV60 , with a yet-to-be announced release date. Below in the lower fascia are dual horizontal exhaust ports. Road Test: 2018 Genesis G90. twin turbo. V6 AWD model.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport

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The balance on the RC 350 F Sport was very good and the steering feedback, through the electric power steering, was neutral, with the car never feeling heavy or cumbersome. The attractive LED tail lamps continue the “L-shape” theme with the rear finished-off by the dual, rectangular chrome exhaust tips. It is very satisfying.

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