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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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mph), the Audi Q7 recuperates energy, rolls in idle or coasts for up to 40 seconds with the engine switched off. A choice of two diesel engines will be available at market launch. A choice of two diesel engines will be available at market launch. stop range begins at 22 km/h (13.7 wheel drive. Audi connect and assist systems.

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VW new Touareg with new design and new technologies; focus on diesel

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Available again as an option for the Touareg is an air suspension system, with which ground clearance can be increased to as much as 300 mm on off-road terrain. Meanwhile, at higher speeds—140 km/h (87 mph) and above—the air suspension automatically lowers the vehicle’s body. Launch from autumn 2014.

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Safer and Self-Driving Cars Now on Roads

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Advanced technology, prototype vehicles, and business plans are being developed by Google, car sharing services like Car2Go (Daimler), Uber, automakers, network providers, software and technology suppliers. The driver is expected to be available for occasional control, but with sufficiently comfortable transition time.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

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First announced in 2022, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is now available at Chevrolet dealerships across North America. This temporary blast of electrons pushes the 2+ ton mass 0-60 mph in about 4.5 They understand the challenges of converting current diesel and gasoline-powered truck owners to buy an electric pickup.

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Audi introduces 2015 Audi A3 and S3 sedans; A3 Sportback e-tron PHEV confirmed for US

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Audi of America also confirmed that it will offer the A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in gasoline electric hybrid (PHEV) model in the US market later in 2014. TFSI engines will be available closer to launch. These may be the driver’s own photos or scenes from Google Maps Street View. Audi of America, Inc. Earlier post.). It takes 8.4

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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The 2018 Hybrid and Plug-in will be produced in Asan, Korea, with Hybrid availability in the first quarter of 2018 and Plug-in availability in the second quarter of 2018. It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain.

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VW to launch technically updated Sharan MPV at Geneva; up to 15% more fuel efficient

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The update includes numerous systems to assist the driver and enhance convenience and comfort, some features being unique to this market segment, as well as new gasoline (TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines. Three new TDI engines are available at these power levels: 85 kW (114 hp, 115 PS), 110 kW and 135 kW (181 hp, 184 PS (gain of 7 PS)).

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