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New power-dense 2.0L GDI turbo with twin-scroll turbocharger and new combustion system offered in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

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turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. Increased efficiency in all of the new Ecotec engines is achieved in part through lower engine friction, which was reduced by up to 16% using new technologies such as a variable-displacement oil pump. Modular balance shaft system in the oil pan. New Ecotec 2.0L

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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Running on 87 octane, the front wheels (all-wheel drive is not available) are driven through a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that has five driver selectable drive modes of Eco, Normal, Sport, Slippery and Snow/Sand. The Chevrolet Equinox has an all-electric model coming out.

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Chevrolet introduces new Cruze; new 1.4L EcoTec turbo, new 1.6L diesel coming to US in 2017

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Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Cruze—larger, lighter, and more efficient than its predecessor. Chevrolet will add a new clean diesel engine to the US lineup in 2017, featuring a B20-capable 1.6L Cruze is Chevrolet’s best-selling car around the world, with 3.5 53% of US Cruze customers are new to Chevrolet.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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Running on 87 octane, the front wheels (all-wheel drive is not available) are driven through a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that has five driver selectable drive modes of Eco, Normal, Sport, Slippery and Snow/Sand. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. A contender in a crowded field. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

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The “wet” part of a DCT means it uses oil to improve lubrication and cooling. A “dry” DCT does not use oil, but is the more fuel efficient of the two types. That is joined by exterior colors of Hampton Gray, Phantom Black, Sage Gray, Ice White and Mojave Sand. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. A torquey turbo four.

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GM introducing new generation of modular 3- and 4-cylinder Ecotec engines; 11 variants from 1.0L to 1.5L

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GM developed the new engines for the company’s global vehicle portfolio; the engines will power many of the company’s highest-volume small cars and compact crossovers, including the next-generation Chevrolet Cruze specifically tailored for China, which launches in 2014 as a 2015 model. turbocharged and 1.5L By 2017, more than 2.5

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GMs Expanding Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Portfolio

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The new Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles will offer the Ecotec 2.4L Chevrolet HHR SS. Chevrolet Traverse. Chevrolet HHR SS. Chevrolet Traverse. Chevrolet Camaro. Chevrolet Equinox. The Ecotec LAF sand cast cylinder block is a superior refinement of the 2.4L The new MY 2010 2.4L

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