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Audi takes one-two win at Le Mans with its diesel hybrids, Toyota third; 13th success for Audi in 16 runs

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Toyota Racing is using an Aisin AW motor-generator on the front axle added to complement the Denso unit on the rear. During acceleration, the motor/generator reverses its function, acting as a motor to deliver a 480PS power boost. liter V-8 gasoline engine. The TS040 HYBRID has a maximum power of 1000 PS (986 hp, 735 kW).

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