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2016 Ford Explorer SUV replaces 2.0L EcoBoost with new 2.3L EcoBoost unit; more power and torque, same fuel economy expected

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The new 2016 Ford Explorer SUV is making its global debut today at Los Angeles Auto Show with a new available 2.3-liter liter EcoBoost employs an active oil control system to optimize pressure when less fluid is needed. Ford Explorer is built in North America at Chicago Assembly Plant, as well as in Venezuela and now, Russia.

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Opinion: Oil Market ShowdownCan Russia Outlast The Saudis?

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November 27, oil consuming countries will celebrate the first anniversary of the Saudi decision to let market forces determine prices. Venezuela, an OPEC member, has even proposed an emergency summit meeting. per barrel oil in 2015 and 2016 respectively, while the October projections are based $51.62 and $65.65 respectively.

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IHS Automotive forecasts 88.6M unit global light vehicle market in 2015; 2.4% growth

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million units, aided with increased auto finance penetration, fast dealership expansion and government vehicle scrappage programs. Improving credit conditions throughout the region and sustained, but tenuous, economic growth among the countries in the region have helped to motivate total auto sales levels. from last year.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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The good news is, most analysts suggest it will never see the shortages, cartels or sales restrictions that oil does. Battery metals vs. oil as a source of tension and instability. The total global reserves are estimated at 14 million tons – which corresponds to 165 times the production volume in 2018. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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The good news is, most analysts suggest it will never see the shortages, cartels or sales restrictions that oil does. Battery metals vs. oil as a source of tension and instability. The total global reserves are estimated at 14 million tons – which corresponds to 165 times the production volume in 2018. THE BOTTOM LINE.