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BMW unveils new 7 Series; battery-electric i7

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The new V8 borrows technology from BMW Motorsport, and features a new exhaust manifold, external oil cooling, and further developed turbocharging. The top speed of the new BMW i7 xDrive60 is electronically limited to 149 mph. The 760i xDrive combines the power of the 4.4-liter The new BMW 7 Series - Gen5 BEV Technology.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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EVs Must Meet Testing and Certification Standards The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states: “All light duty cars and trucks sold in the United States must meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The throttle wire connects to a throttle linkage.

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New Audi S6 and S7 diesel TDI models pair 48V system with electric compressor

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with the EPC working in tandem with the exhaust turbocharger—the full-size S models achieve a constant torque of 700 N·m across an engine speed range of 2,500 to 3,100 rpm. The EPC supports the TDI’s turbocharger whenever there is insufficient energy in the exhaust gas for a spontaneous torque buildup—e.g.,

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Audi SQ7 features new V8 TDI, 48V system, electric compressor

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mph) (governed). Two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the concept of sequential charging, since exhaust gas only flows through one turbocharger at low and intermediate load. The inlet and exhaust cam shafts each have two cam contours per valve. The newly developed 4.0-liter

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Chevrolet To Show 2011 Cruze Eco with 40mpg Highway at NY Show

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Chevrolet estimates the Cruze Eco will deliver 0-60 mph performance of about 10 seconds with the manual transmission and 9 seconds with the six-speed automatic. The 1.4L’s turbocharger is integrated within the exhaust manifold, for reduced weight and greater packaging flexibility in smaller vehicles. Standard on LS models is a 1.8L

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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Rare because not many are sold in the United States and, unless you are in a major market, they will be hard to spot in the wild. The Levante Hybrid is not available in the United States or Canada, but in select countries outside of North America. *A driver’s SUV. The fire-breathing heart of the Trofeo.

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Chevy’s Cruze Diesel: a compact diesel contender in the US

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For 2015, the Cruze Diesel received a facelift that refreshes its appearance and increases the connectivity and content options for the vehicle; the powertrain remains the same. turbo-diesel enables 0-60 mph acceleration of about 8.6 The 2014 Cruze Diesel. Click to enlarge. 2014 Ecotec 2.0L I-4 Turbo Diesel (LUZ). Click to enlarge.

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