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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. All CX-5 models sold in the US come with a standard 2.5-liter All CX-5 models sold in the US come with a standard 2.5-liter Mazda CX-5’s SKYACTIV-G 2.5

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Audi Q8 makes debut in China; 48V mHEV system standard

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All drive systems are enhanced by the standard new mild hybrid technology (MHEV). The Audi Q8 launches on the European market in the third quarter of 2018 and in the US in the fourth quarter of 2018. The suspension with damper control is standard. That plus as much 254 millimeters (10.0

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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 offers a balance of fuel efficiency and performance. turbo and 2.0L

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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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New 8th-generation Audi A6 features 48V mild hybrid system as standard

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Audi unveiled the eighth generation of its successful A6 full-size sedan; all engines feature Audi’s 48V mild-hybrid (MHEV) system ( earlier post ) as standard equipment. mph); the engine is restarted from standstill predictively. TFSI is coupled as standard with a seven-speed S tronic. g/mi)) is a 3.0 While the 3.0 Suspension.

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New Audi A7 Sportback features mild-hybrid system as standard; V6s with 48V system

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All engines used in the A7 Sportback come standard with a new mild hybrid system (MHEV) for greater comfort and efficiency. mph), the four-door coupe can coast in freewheeling mode with the engine deactivated and then restarted comfortably via the BAS. Audi has unveiled the new A7 Sportback four-door coupe. meters (3.6 At 60 km/h (37.3

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

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The drive system features a new mild-hybrid system (MHEV) as standard. Additional four and six-cylinder engines will follow after the market introduction in early March 2018. The optional sport differential actively distributes drive torque between the rear wheels, complementing the standard quattro all-wheel drive. lb), the 3.0

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