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Mercedes-AMG Brings Entry-Trim SL 43 to America

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turbocharged engine breathed upon by AMG and featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger. & Said to provide quick throttle response across the rpm range, the turbo is operated via the car’s 48-volt electrical system, a piece of kit which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator. .& What’s that, you say? Glad you asked.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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DTNA’s SuperTruck was unveiled at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show. DTNA unveiled its SuperTruck at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in the Freightliner Trucks booth. —Derek Rotz, principal investigator for SuperTruck, Daimler Trucks North America. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) mpg (19.26

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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Acceleration, 0-60 mph in 8.6 Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate. The shelf-like LED rear tail lights continue the L-shape design cue, and end with F Sport unique larger exhaust ports. Your numbers may differ. Safety and Convenience.

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VW introducing 1.8L EA888 Gen 3 engine in 2014 Jetta, Passat and Beetle; driving impressions

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Volkswagen of America is introducing the Group’s third-generation EA888 1.8-liter Key advances for Gen 3 are in weight reduction, friction reduction, and the internal exhaust cooling system. now goes from 0 to 60 mph in a manufacturer estimated 7.3 The new 4-cylinder Gen 3 1.8 liter engine (blue) it replaces. Click to enlarge.

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Aviat, Aviation Foundation unveil concept CNG-fueled single-engine aircraft

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and Minneapolis-based Aviation Foundation of America, Inc. The 200 hp Lycoming four-cylinder engine power the aircraft with a cruise speed of 143 mph. manufactures the Husky, Pitts Special and complete kits for the Eagle biplane. The Husky, “America’s favorite taildragger,” has become the most versatile aircraft in its class.

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