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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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Chevrolet first previewed the eCrate conversion concept with the Chevrolet eCOPO Camaro in 2018 ( earlier post ), followed by the Chevrolet E-10 in 2019. liter) V-8, three-speed automatic, fuel system and exhaust. —Jim Campbell, GM US vice president of Performance and Motorsports. eCrate Installer Certification Program.

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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 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: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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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. For a cleaner look, the rear wiper could be tucked under the spoiler to increase rearward vision for the driver.

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

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Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate. The shelf-like LED rear tail lights continue the L-shape design cue, and end with F Sport unique larger exhaust ports. Road Test: 2018 Lexus RX 350. Safety and Convenience. News: Lexus UX 300e EV.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport

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The attractive LED tail lamps continue the “L-shape” theme with the rear finished-off by the dual, rectangular chrome exhaust tips. Interior features include digital and analog clocks, Homelink and a first aid kit. When Two Doors Will Do: Road Test: 2018 Audi A5 Coupe. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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Road Test: 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T RWD Prestige

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Below in the lower fascia are dual horizontal exhaust ports. Road Test: 2018 Genesis G90. The lightly raked roof has a power panoramic sunroof, rack rails, and a body-color shark fin antenna. The dual-level, horizontal LED tail lights wrap from the fender to the hands-free power lift gate. Carefully Crafted Interior. V6 AWD model.

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