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GM expanding into new commercial applications for its HYDROTEC fuel cell systems

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A palletized MPG to power military camps and installations quietly and efficiently. This version of the MPG is expected to first be demonstrated in mid-2022. GVSC is also exploring how this version of the MPG can power heavy-duty military equipment and camps. Retail EV Charging Stations. Palletized Mobile Power Generator System.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6 deal, affordable Honda and Toyota EVs, Civic and Elantra hybrids: The Week in Reverse

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Which automaker announced plans to embrace the Tesla charge connector and reignite an offbeat kind of internal combustion engine, all in the same week? Efficiency-focused Elantra Hybrid Blue models retain the 54-mpg combined EPA rating. EVs, while also committing to the revival of the rotary engine. inch infotainment screen.

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2025 Lexus UX 300h AWD hybrid earns 42 mpg, starts around $40,000

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The UX 300h AWD now gets 42 mpg, up from 39 mpg, and the UX 300h in front-wheel-drive form gets 43 mpg, up 1 mpg. liter inline-4 gasoline engine with more powerful electric motors. The post 2025 Lexus UX 300h AWD hybrid earns 42 mpg, starts around $40,000 appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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Ford projects C-MAX Hybrid will deliver 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway; expected payback of hybrid premium in two years

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Ford projects that its upcoming C-MAX Hybrid ( earlier post ) will achieve an EPA-rated 47 mpg city (5.0 L/100km) and 44 mpg highway (5.3 L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 L/100km city and 40 mpg / 5.9 liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine. Click to enlarge.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan EPA-rated at 28 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined; stop/start and PHEV still to come

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The gasoline-powered version of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has earned a highway-cycle fuel-economy rating of 28 mpg US (8.4 FCA US LLC engineers used industry-standard software to calculate and compare the all-new Pacifica’s GWP with that of the outgoing vehicle over 124,274 miles (200,000 km) of operation. The redesigned 3.6-liter

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Pentastar engine family now accounts for all Chrysler Group V-6 offerings

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The Pentastar V-6 engine family was first introduced in 2011. liter version, named one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines three years running, delivers top fuel economy in two key segments, besting competitors that utilize costlier direct-injection technology. The plant began shipping the engines July 22. liter engine.

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Honda Civic Hybrid details, VW ID.7 delay, Camaro EV: Today’s Car News

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The Civic Hybrid will be perky and provide nearly 50 mpg. The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid lineup coming this summer will return nearly 50 mpg, the automaker revealed Tuesday, as well as pep and performance that may rival that of the sporty Si model. GM gets its plug-in hybrids ready for 2027 and considers an electric Camaro.