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2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Altair Enlighten Award for weight reduction in full vehicle category; Toyota, Faurecia and AP&T module, technology winners

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Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. Earlier post.).

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News: Top 10 “Engines” Now Mostly Electric

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The list of powertrains (note we can’t say engines anymore) was fairly exhaustive—39 vehicles were evaluated with 18 of those electrified models. The range from A to V spanned the Acura TLX Type S 3.0L Chevrolet Trailblazer 1.3L It is comprised of powertrains that are all-new or significantly improved from previous versions.

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TTAC's Best Cars of 2023

The Truth About Cars

Experiencing levels of acceleration on par with a V10-equipped R8 is best shared with friends, of course, making this car’s four doors all the more valuable – as does a typically Audi world-class interior. Tim Healey 2024 Acura Integra Type S: I drove one for just a few minutes at an event this fall and it was love at first drive.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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First introduced in 2002, versions of this suspension system are found on Camaro, Corvette, Cadillac, Acura, Audi, Land Rover, Ferrari, and Lamborghini models. came to life with a throaty note that would grumble and pop from the active valve performance exhaust system. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. to go to a car show.

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