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Nissan introduces hybrid version of Murano to China first

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Nissan announced that the all-new Murano, including the hybrid version ( earlier post ), is officially available for sale from its joint venture in China, Dongfeng Nissan Passenger vehicle company (DFL-PV). gasoline engine, as well as superior fuel economy similar to the 2.0L gasoline engine. —one of the lowest in class.

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Opinion: GM Shooting Itself in Foot By Killing Chevrolet Malibu

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It may be improved fuel economy or ride and handling. But again, the company is ceding a part of the market to its competitors instead of, you know, at least trying to fight for sales. Or if the Chinese come to our market with well-built, affordable sedans -- most of which would be EVs. And soon, perhaps, the Chinese.

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J.D. Power forecasts hybrid- and battery-electric vehicles will represent 7.3% of global auto sales in 2020

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Interest in HEVs and BEVs is driven by a dramatic reduction in or elimination of tailpipe emissions, and the increased fuel economy of these vehicle types helps reduce the world’s dependence on oil. These factors include market trends, regulatory environment, consumer sentiment and technology development in these markets.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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has fully embraced EVs and, after years of teasing with snazzy concepts, the real hardware is for sale–and is selling well. Coda Automotive , with its warmed-over Chinese sedan, has departed, but Fisker (now Karma) Automotive has revived its high-end plug-in hybrid under new Chinese ownership.

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Zhongding Power to invest more than $200M to build EcoMotors opoc plant in China

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The opoc engine technology can deliver the same power level as conventional engines at half the size, a lower cost, and lower emissions, with the potential for 20-50% better fuel economy compared to a advanced, conventional turbo-diesel engine. China Diesel Engines Fuel Efficiency' Dimensions LxWxH (inches). Horsepower.

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Lotus and Harmon partner up to add sound to hybrids

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The Road Noise Cancellation and Engine Order Cancellation systems will provide vehicle manufacturers with the ability to greatly improve in-cabin refinement, with additional design opportunities for optimising vehicle weight reduction and fuel economy. Follow us on Twitter!

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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We believe such production models could be available for sale in three years."Furia GM is committed to putting the system in the Chevrolet Volt for sale by 2010, Lutz said. But I can tell you that this is a top priority program for GM, given the huge potential it offers for fuel-economy improvement." ( GM ).

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