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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5

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2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Review – Still Got It

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Usually, convertible versions of sports coupes suffer from chassis flex and wind/road noise and the like, but this car doesn’t, at least for the most part – you might get some chassis flex when hitting a severe enough bump, but it’s rare. The best part about the LC 500 convertible, however, is how the 5.0-liter

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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We want a part of the market and will do it in a Maserati way.”. When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. Carbon Fiber, Wood and Leather. Pretty and powerful.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo red and black engine with its carbon fiber bits, which by far is the most attractive you will see. Maserati says the top speed is 187 mph, making this luxury SUV a fast grocery-getter. Leather and Carbon Fiber Interior.

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XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

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The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The XL1 has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 160 km/h (99 mph); cruising at a constant 100 km/h the XL1 uses only 8.3 kWh to cover more than 0.6

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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To save weight, components such as the oil tank, the air filter box integrated into the subframe and the air induction are made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer. Tailpipe terminate in upper part of rear end. The entire load-bearing structure is made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) for extreme torsional rigidity.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

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In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 ZR is a speed rating, which in this case means the tire can handle speeds surpassing 150 mph. Zero-to-60 mph times were right around 5.0 The EPA has rated the EcoBoost 2.3L

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