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Hyundai Motor America to release 8 new crossovers by 2020; gasoline, diesel, hydrogen and electricity

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Hyundai said it will showcase its latest gasoline engine, diesel engine, hydrogen fuel cell ( earlier post ) and battery electric technologies in these vehicles. Hyundai currently offers gasoline, diesel, hydrogen and battery-electric vehicles—but not a diesel—in the US. seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph).

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Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

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Peugeot continues to improve engine efficiency with a downsizing strategy for its gasoline and HDi FAP diesel engines. Offering good response when starting off, excellent acceleration and a top speed of 130 km/h (81 mph), it is designed for the urban and suburban traffic of Europe’s large cities. 100% Electric vehicles.

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Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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The powertrain incorporates a new aluminum-based downsized twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter The 450 hp (336 kW) V6 gasoline engine will be supported by an electric motor powered by a Li-ion battery pack, capable of adding around 75 kW (100 hp) hybrid power boost when required, and a 9-speed automatic gearbox. Q80 Inspiration.

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Buick offering 2.0L direct-injection turbo option for 2013 Verano

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Acceleration from 0-60 mph is an estimated 6.2 GM says that the choice to use a small-displacement turbocharged engine for a more powerful Verano model is consistent with Buick’s effort to downsize its powertrains without sacrificing performance. Verano’s standard Ecotec 2.4L L/100km respectively).

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Downsized 4.0 TFSI for Audi S8 cuts fuel consumption 23% compared to predecessor; cylinder deactivation and start-stop

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Audi’s principle of downsizing: “ Forced induction replaces displacement ” One twin-scroll turbocharger per cylinder bank compresses the fresh air. mph), the new technology reduces the fuel consumption of the 4.0 Weighing 220 kilograms (485 lb) including all key add-on parts, the V8 is comparatively light.

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Volkswagen introduces Polo Blue GT with cylinder deactivation

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With a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph), the Polo Blue GT accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 The torque curve exhibits a plateau-like shape: the maximum torque of 250 N·m (184 lb-ft) is available at a 1,500 rpm and remains constant at this level right up to 3,500 rpm. TSI (77 kW / 105 PS) and the Polo GTI (132 kW / 180 PS). l/100 km.

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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph (120 km/h) by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain. The lithium-polymer battery pack capacity is 1.62 The lithium-polymer battery pack capacity is 1.62