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Nissan introduces new Townstar LCV in gasoline and electric versions

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In Europe, Nissan revealed the next-generation compact Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV), the Townstar. With a fully electric powertrain in addition to a gasoline-powered option in van and combi (passenger) versions, the new Townstar brings a suite of 20+ technologies to the compact van offering.

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New app/widget combo taps into OBD port to connect iPhone to car’s onboard systems

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Startup company Automatic has launched an iPhone app and companion widget called the Automatic Link that, by plugging into the OnBoard Diagnostics (OBD) port, connects the iPhone to the car’s onboard systems. Automatic is designed to work with almost every gasoline car sold in the US since 1996. The app lets a driver clear the light.

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ExxonMobil starts up $2B Beaumont refinery expansion, adding 250k barrels per day capacity

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The BLADE (Beaumont Light Atmospheric Distillation Expansion) project built a third crude unit within the facility’s existing footprint to expand light crude oil refining. Permian crude oil is processed at the Beaumont refinery where the company manufactures finished products, including diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel.

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Volvo reveals new XC90; limited diesel, gasoline First Edition on sale only online

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The new XC90, with “Thor’s hammer” DRL lights. The two launch engines are the D5 twin turbo diesel and the T6 supercharged and turbocharged gasoline unit. Power and torque charts for the T6 gasoline unit (left) and the D5 diesel (right). Click to enlarge. Volvo Cars revealed the XC90, its new 7-seat SUV, at an event in Sweden.

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Chevrolet and OnStar Give Volt Owners 24/7 Connection and Control via Wireless Smartphone Application

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OnStar’s Mobile Application will use a real-time data connection to interact with the Volt and perform tasks from setting the charge time to unlocking the doors. It uses a real-time data connection to perform tasks from setting the charge time to unlocking the doors. This preserves the battery charge for driving without gasoline.

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Ford Launching Transit Connect in US Starting This Summer; Battery-Electric Version Due in 2010

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The 2010 Ford Transit Connect. Ford is introducing the North American version of the 2010 Transit Connect light commercial vehicle at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show this week. Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010. Click to enlarge.

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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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Shortly after the market introduction in September, a gasoline unit, followed also by a plug-in hybrid model, will join the lineup. Audi connect and assist systems. The MMI navigation plus features LTE Advanced, a Wi-Fi hotspot, natural voice control and the extensive Audi connect portfolio. wheel drive.

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