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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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mpg, but on a 100-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 29.8 The 120-volt power outlet is a useful feature, as was the running board step and the corner steps on the rear bumper outer edges. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter In 235 miles we averaged 25.2 Clean Fleet Report.

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Mercedes-Benz fuel cell SUV PHEV in production; first units of GLC F-CELL to be delivered by end of October

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There will be electric alternatives in every segment from smart to SUV, with well in excess of 130 variants in total, ranging from 48-volt on-board electrical system with EQ Boost to plug-in-hybrids to all-electric vehicles with batteries or fuel cells. Two carbon-fibre-encased tanks built into the vehicle floor hold 4.4 Production.

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Toyota FCV Mirai launches in LA; initial TFCS specs; $57,500 or $499 lease; leaning on Prius analogy

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seconds and delivers a passing time of 3 seconds from 25–40 mph. A new compact (13-liter), high-efficiency, high-capacity converter has been developed to boost power generated in the Toyota FC Stack to 650 volts. Middle layer: carbon fiber reinforced plastic (structural element). Mirai powertrain. Click to enlarge.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The current 12-volt electrical system and, above all, the new 48-volt system offer many ways of making driving even sportier, more comfortable and more efficient. mph) as long as traffic is slow-moving. Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0 TDI quattro plug-in hybrid. lb-ft) of system torque. lb-ft) of system torque. litre V6 TDI engine.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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It is alarming to see comparisons of the Chevrolet Volt PHEV with battery electric cars when the comparison focuses only on the electric range and ignores the other important differences. The 2900 miles traveled by the Volt, drawing upon its combustion engine, produced far less CO 2 since the Volt uses a small and more efficient engine.

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