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Nissan introduces 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid SUV with FF hybrid system; 24% improvement in fuel economy over conventional

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Nissan introduced the 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. A regenerative braking system automatically recharges the battery by converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy that would be otherwise lost in braking. 2014 Pathfinder Hybrid. Click to enlarge. liter V6 models.

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Nissan to begin production of Pathfinder hybrid in Russia; importance of Russian market

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A regenerative braking system automatically recharges the battery by converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy that would be otherwise lost in braking. Datsun showed two models at the Moscow International Autosalon (MIAS): the on-DO and mi-DO, which was given its worldwide launch at MIAS. miDO sales are due to start in early 2015.

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Jaguar provides some details on its concept hybrid C-X16 to be introduced at Frankfurt

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The battery is constantly and automatically recharged, the entire system overseen by a Hybrid Vehicle Supervisory Controller. The all-new powerplant points the way to the next generation of highly efficient, powerful, gasoline-fueled internal combustion engines.

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