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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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As the first fully connected integral system solution, the third generation of the Sprinter demonstrates the development of the division from purely a vehicle manufacturer into a provider of complete transport and mobility solutions, the company said. Electrification: eSprinter to follow in 2019. Mercedes-Benz is investing some €2.5

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. cubic feet, compared with the 2019 Sonata Hybrid. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. Remote Start.

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2019 Ram drops weight, gains 48V eTorque mild hybrid system

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FCA pulled the wraps off the new 2019 Ram 1500 at the Detroit Auto Show. The eTorque mild hybrid system is one of several changes made to the powertrains for the 2019 Ram 1500. Cast aluminum pistons, treated with a friction-reducing coating and piston rings, drive forged connecting rods. liter Pentastar V-6 upgrade and 5.7-liter

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Audi offering 12V mild hybrid versions of new A4; 48V MHEV for S4 TDI diesel

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US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 163 g/km (267.2 – 262.3 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 138 – 125 g/km (222.1 - 201.2 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 163 g/km (267.2 – 262.3 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 164 – 163 g/km (263.9 - 262.3 US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 165 g/km (267.2 - 265.5

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Audi’s performance SQ5 diesel features electric compressor with mild hybrid system

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mpg US), corresponding to 172 – 177 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (276.8 – 284.9 An AC/DC converter connects the conventional 12-volt electrical system. At its core is a belt alternator-starter (BAS) connected to the crankshaft. The V6 diesel accelerates the sports SUV to highway speed in 5.1 liters per 100 kilometers.

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Audi gives S5 models their first diesel and 48V MHEV systems; performance and efficiency

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mpg US), a CO 2 equivalent of 161 grams per kilometer (259.1 A DC/DC converter steps this voltage down for components in the 12–volt electrical system. TDI is a water-cooled belt alternator starter (BAS), which is connected to the crankshaft via a particularly high-load poly-V belt. liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (37.9

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Audi’s mighty diesel: SQ8 TDI SUV coupé; 48V MHEV

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mpg US), which corresponds to 205 to 204 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (329.9 - 328.3 The second major element of the MHEV system is the belt alternator starter (BAS), which is connected to the crankshaft. A DC/DC converter connects the 48-volt system and 12-volt electrical system. liters (0.1 US gal) per 100 kilometers.

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