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BMW introduces new 6-cylinder in-line diesel with 3 turbochargers for new M Performance models

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BMW has introduced a new range of M Performance Automobiles featuring a new 6-cylinder in-line diesel developed exclusively for those applications. The BMW M550d xDrive Sedan, the most fuel-efficient of the new series, accelerates from 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

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Audi presents plug-in hybrid TT offroad concept car at Beijing; wireless charging

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Audi is presenting an Audi TT offroad concept at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. The show car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.2 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Audi TT offroad concept. Click to enlarge. ft) of system torque. Fuel consumption is 1.9

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Nissan releasing new Fuga Hybrid in Japan

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The Intelligent Dual Clutch Control system connects the high-response electric motor&mash;the HM 34 motor with maximum power output of 50 kW(68 PS) and maximum torque of 270 N·m (199 lb-ft)—and the 3.5-liter The new Nissan Fuga Hybrid achieves fuel economy of 19.0 mpg US, 5.3

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New Audi A8 comes with 48V mHEV standard; plug-in e-tron model with wireless charging

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A pad in the garage floor transfers the power inductively to a receiver coil in the automobile with a power output of 3.6 The 48-volt system is fed by a belt alternator starter (BAS) connected to the engine’s crankshaft by the belt drive. On the diesel, AVS operates one exhaust valve in each cylinder. mph) takes 4.9

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BMW introduces the 2 Series; power up, fuel consumption down by up to 21% over 1 Series, depending upon model

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All model variants come with extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology as standard and meet the stipulations of the EU6 exhaust standard. The BMW 220i Coupe accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 7.0 seconds on the way to a top speed of 235 km/h / 146 mph (automatic: 230 km/h / 143 mph). mpg US (automatic: 5.7 – 6.0

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

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Putting it in Track mode and using the large aluminum paddle shifters doesn’t add any quickness to the shifting, but it gives control and connects the driver to the car in a masterful way. seconds and believe the 203 mph top speed quoted by McLaren. We held on for 0-60 in 2.8

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Acura provides more technical detail on NSX sports hybrid AWD powertrain, body

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Furthermore, their single-scroll design allows for more efficient collection of exhaust as it escapes from within the cylinders. Intake and exhaust variable cam timing (VTC) is deployed to provide an excellent balance of high power, torque, fuel economy, and emissions. With the newly designed twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter

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