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Stellantis is Dropping Billions on Ethanol Tech in South America

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The automaker said that it leads Brazil, Argentina, and Chile in sales, exceeding 878,000 units last year and giving it a 23.5 second 0-60 mph time, while the Scat Pack configuration can cover the quarter mile in 11.5 percent market share. The electric Charger Daytona has up to 670 horsepower and a 3.3-second

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Uruguay launches first BYD battery-electric buses; projecting 500 by 2015

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The BYD electric bus, powered by two in-wheel electric motors capable of a cruising speed of more than 88 km/h (55 mph) and a Li-ion battery pack has a range of more than 250 km (155 miles)—nearly 24 hours of service daily for most transit applications. Buquebus and CTS Auto S.A.,

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Audi introducing supercharged gasoline engine version of SQ5 SUV at Detroit Show

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The new top-of-the-line gasoline model, which was designed specifically for markets such as the United States, Canada and China accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 5.3 seconds on its way to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Two rotors inside the supercharger spin at more than 20,000 rpm.

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Iveco Electric Daily Prototype Begins Testing in Brazil

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However, the project is also attracting significant interest among other large companies across both Brazil and Argentina. The vehicle is also equipped with an energy recovery system, enabling the vehicle to recharge its batteries under braking conditions. Resources.

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