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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. Hybrid system net power is 193 horsepower (144 kW) at 6,000 rpm.

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Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

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An intelligently designed power transfer plays a major part in this: the unique AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed sports transmission combines dynamism with economy, and includes a new stop-start function in the “Controlled Efficiency” driving mode. V8 has a weight/power ratio of 0.41 liters per 100 kilometers (22.4

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Opel offering new radar-based safety system on Insignia

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liter BiTurbo power unit delivers 143 kW (195 hp) and 400 N·m (295 lb-ft) of torque; the four-door sedan with front wheel drive and manual transmission consumes 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). This is a very good example of successful downsizing by Opel.

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VW launches new Sharan MPV; up to 14.3% more fuel efficient; stop-start, battery regen standard

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The vehicle is the best-selling German MPV in its class. The TDI engines are available at three power levels: 85 kW / 115 PS, 110 kW / 150 PS (gain of 10 PS) and 135 kW / 184 PS (gain of 7 PS). In the large Sharan the downsized engine consumes on average 6.4 Its top speed is 200 km/h (124 mph) (DSG: 198 km/h).

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Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

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It shuts off engine power smoothly when the car is stopped and seamlessly restarts as the driver releases the brake pedal, helping Fusion to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by approximately 3.5%. liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder gasoline engine, significantly downsized from the previous 2.5-liter The next-generation Fusion 1.6-liter

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. The engines attain both a high specific power output and high torque. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

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At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard. Earlier post.).

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