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DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

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Support mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles, as well as innovations in transit. Slashing Platinum Group Metals Content in Catalytic Converters: An Atoms-to-Autos Approach. Optimization and Evaluation of Energy Savings for Connected and Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles. Project description. Federal share.

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2016 Ford F-150 offers ability to run on compressed natural gas, propane

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liter V8 engine will be available to order this summer with a factory-installed, gaseous-fuel prep package that includes upgraded intake and exhaust valves and valve seats. We surveyed customers likely to use natural gas or propane, and 72% told us they want to have these alternative-fuel capabilities available on F-150 with the 5.0-liter

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Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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The roof ends at an integrated spoiler over the rear hatch window that incorporates the LED high brake light. Make sure to check-out the heartbeat lights and how the exterior mirrors light up as you approach the Niro. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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The arrowhead-shaped triple beam LED headlights, fog, daytime running and cornering lights frame the grille, which sports the Lexus “L” badge in blue, signifying this Lexus is electrified. The rear full-width tail lights (with a ‘Lexus’ Easter egg) have 120 LEDs that make for an impressive nighttime look.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e EV

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The flat nose curves at the corners where the narrow multi-LED projector headlights and daytime running lights reside. Narrow LED tail lights, with a connecting light strip, take-up little space, revealing a modern design. front and 124.3 rear 0-60 mph: 5.0 seconds 71.4 kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery 6.6

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

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Kia’s signature tiger nose grille continues from the previous generation Niro, but now is part of a more rounded nose that wraps seamlessly into the fenders, meeting-up with the distinctive “heartbeat” designed LED daytime running lights. The wheelbase and length have increased slightly, adding more passenger and cargo room.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis G90 Performance

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The rear takes the two-line LED tail light design further as it wraps from fender-to-fender across the trunk. The wide and soft center console contains the gear selector, command wheel for the touchscreen, and buttons for the drive mode, auto hold, the seat climate selectors, the volume and channel selection wheels, and cup holders.