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2018 Mazda CX-5 in US features as standard 2.5L engine with new cylinder-deactivation technology

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For the 2018 model year, the Mazda CX-5 version sold in the US will offer cylinder-deactivation technology, safety, and refinement updates at all trim levels. Mazda CX-5’s SKYACTIV-G 2.5 Running on two cylinders reduces pumping loss and mechanical resistance. All CX-5 models sold in the US come with a standard 2.5-liter

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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. The heart of the 2018 Sonata Hybrid is a 2.0-liter

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Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

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The EPA provides further information on how renewable energy certificates are used to account for renewable electrcity generation and use. Audi has previously collaborated with Arcadia in 2018 and 2020 to provide e-tron customers the opportunity to address a portion of their environmental impact as they transition to renewable energy.

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Audi unveils Q8 plug-in hybrid concept full-size SUV; production version in 2018

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The concept full-size SUV is the basis for a production model that Audi will launch on the market in 2018; whether or not the first production version will be a plug-in hybrid has yet to be determined. inch TFT display offers generous space for maps, lists and additional information. lb-ft) of torque. liters of fuel (102.3

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NTSB issues preliminary report on fatal Tesla crash in Mountain View

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ard issued its preliminary report in the investigation of the fatal crash of a Tesla on US Highway 101 in Mountain View, California on 23 March 2018. The speed limit for the roadway is 65 mph. The vehicle’s traffic-aware cruise control was set to 75 mph at the time of the crash. The National Transportation Safety Bo?ard

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Event: “Building an Electric Future” at the Petersen

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20 mph (top speed). 2018 Fisker Emotion Concept. 2018 Fisker Emotion Concept. For more information or to visit. Detroit Electric. 1915 Detroit Electric Model 61 Brougham. 10 horsepower (hp). 80 mile range. Electric Shopper. Electric Shopper. 1960 Electric Shopper. 35 mile range. Henney Kilowatt. Henney Kilowatt.

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Second-generation Audi A7 Sportback features standard 48V MHEV system with gasoline or diesel engines

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Additional four and six-cylinder engines will follow after the market introduction in early March 2018. They are split up into three packages: the Park assist package (successive introduction beginning 2018), the City assist package with the new crossing assist, and the Tour assist package. TDI to an eight-speed tiptronic. lb), the 3.0

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