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2014 Chevrolet Malibu 2.5L base model with standard stop/start delivers 14% improvement in city fuel economy

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The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu arriving in dealerships this fall will offer fuel-saving stop/start technology as standard on its 2.5L The Malibu delivers an EPA-estimated 25 city and 36 highway mpg (9.4 engine, which also contributes to improved fuel economy. base model—the first midsize sedan sold in the US to do so.

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Cadillac upgrades XT5 and XT6 in China with 48V Mild Hybrid System

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Cadillac is upgrading the XT5 and XT6 SUV lineups in China with a 48V mild hybrid system for improved fuel economy and better driving performance. The 48V mild hybrid technology includes a 48V motor, power battery, power management module and hybrid control unit. turbocharged engine in powering the vehicle.

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Subaru launches Impreza Sport Hybrid in Japan; 48 mpg US on JC08

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Fuel economy is 20.4 km/liter (JC08 mode) (48 mpg US, 4.9 The hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter The motor assist function facilitates both smooth acceleration and low fuel consumption. The energy management controls for the hybrid system batteries have been re-engineered to utilize regenerated energy at high speeds.

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2023 Toyota Prius HEV to arrive in US dealerships in January 2023

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By proactively using the electric motors to recover as much electrical energy as possible from the regenerative braking system, this efficient cooperative control helps to maximize fuel economy. The Vehicle Proximity Notification feature alerts pedestrians of the vehicle’s presence when running in battery mode.

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Mazda6 diesel sedan offers up to 60 mpg US

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i-ELOOP joins the i-stop idle-stop system and SKYACTIV powertrains, chassis and body (introduced on the CX-5) to deliver fuel consumption as low as 3.9 l/100 km (60 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 104 g/km (European combined cycle with standard diesel SKYACTIV-D 2.2 Standard Power. High Power. Standard Power.

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In China, Wuling launches electric minivan, Chevrolet introduces 48V MHEV Monza

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It includes variants powered by 1.0T, 1.3T The new variants have a mild hybrid system that consists of a 48V motor, 48V power battery, power management module and hybrid control unit. The mild hybrid system extends the engine’s fuel cut-off time when the vehicle is decelerating, further improving fuel economy.

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Toyota launches new RAV4 PHEV in Japan

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The front motor and inverter achieve more powerful output than the RAV4 hybrid system, and the combination with the new model, high-capacity, high-output lithium-ion battery achieves maximum system output of 225 kW, facilitating sporty, powerful driving.

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