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Mazda to debut next-generation midsize sedan diesel concept and CX-5 SUV with SKYACTIV Technology at Tokyo Motor Show; new push on clean diesels in Japan market

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The TAKERI features the new SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine, as well as Mazda’s idling stop system i-stop, and a new regenerative braking system. The CX-5 will be Mazda’s first production model equipped with the new SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine. mpg US, 5.4 L/100km) on the JC08 mode test cycle. mpg US, 6.25

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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid features third-generation MMD two-motor system; no heavy rare-earth metals in motors

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The engine is paired with two Honda-developed electric motors—a propulsion motor and a generator/starter motor—that are the first drive motors in the world to use permanent magnets containing no heavy rare-earth metals. The new hybrid powertrain features a 2.0-liter 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid. EPA rating still pending.).

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What’s the Most Environmental Thing To Do When a Car’s Engine Dies

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The manufacturing of new cars, even electric ones, generates heavy emissions, contributing to pollution. Or Become a Convert Another possibility is to convert your gasoline-powered engine to electric. If your car is truly beyond repair, buying a hybrid or electric vehicle is likely the best option.

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A closer look at the basics of Volkswagen Group’s important new 2.0L diesel MDB engine

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liter diesel, prominently showing the closely attached exhaust aftertreatment system. liter TDI Clean Diesel engines fitted in Audi and Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel models, and as such, is a strategically important engine. The cylinder head intake and exhaust valves are arranged one behind the other. The EA288 2.0-liter

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). A 37-mile range EV Electric and Gasoline Power The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter Two gasoline engines—a 1.5-liter

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Removing the Fuel and Exhaust Systems

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I spent most of this afternoon and evening removing the fuel tank and exhaust system. Since this part of the car wasn't steam cleaned like the engine compartment, I got complete covered in dirt and gasoline grime. I pried off the rubber rings holding the exhaust system to the car so I didn't have to cut them.

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Background on the 2.0L diesel engines at the core of the Volkswagen emissions testing debacle

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liter diesels in the US have used a software defeat device to cheat on the results of NO x testing, and thus have violated the US Clean Air Act. Volkswagen engineers redesigned a large number of the base engine components to improve acoustics, fuel consumption, and exhaust gas emissions. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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