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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip

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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip Gear Up to Hit the Road and Not Look Back This article may contain affiliate links. Driving for extended periods of time can be exhausting, but it can also be a lot of fun, particularly if you have the right equipment to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable.

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Since 2018, Bosch has won electromobility orders amounting to ~€13 billion

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billion), including production projects for electrical powertrains for passenger cars and light trucks. In addition, the company is working to make mobility automated, connected, and personalized. Since the beginning of 2018, Bosch has won electromobility orders worth roughly €13 billion (US$14.4 Earlier post.).

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Toyota boosts 2023 Corolla Hybrid; starting MSRP $1,250 lower than 2022 Corolla Hybrid

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As an added value, all 2023 Corolla Hybrid models include Safety Connect and Service Connect up to 10-year trial subscriptions. ECO: Improves hybrid system efficiency by limiting power in response to light to moderate accelerator pedal input. SPORT: Enhances dynamic performance and acceleration. The 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter

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New Ford Escape launching with two new EcoBoost engines with standard Auto Start-Stop

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New pistons provide a higher, more efficient compression ratio, and a newly designed, integrated exhaust manifold is optimized for the twin-scroll turbo system. liter EcoBoost with integrated exhaust manifold is projected to deliver horsepower and torque output comparable to the 1.6-liter—an The twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter

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Economists propose use of dynamic road fees for traffic control

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Fees that respond to traffic volumes in real time and with site precision, taking into account factors such as vehicle type and exhaust emissions, can significantly improve traffic flow and contribute to reducing air pollution, they suggest. A toll for road use would bring these costs to light and reduce congestion. That’s unfair.

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Road Test: 2024 Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Mild Hybrid

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The rear has slim U-shaped LED tail lights that sit high above the twin rectangular exhaust ports. Premium Interior The high-end interior has premium materials and soft touch surfaces, with elements of dark or light anodized aluminum trim, piano black, and Shadow Grey Ash wood veneer. coefficient of drag. Story by John Faulkner.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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The rack and pinion electric power steering was too light for our liking, even though it was progressive, tightening (or becomes heavier) on the open road, While lighter in town. The front end has rounded edges with LED lighting on all trim levels (the SEL gets dynamic cornering headlights). All the connections–and knobs!