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2015 VW Jetta TDI: a more refined, powerful and efficient diesel within a nicely redesigned model line

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of Volkswagen USA total sales. In order to counteract engine vibration and maintain smooth operation, the EA288’s crankshaft is connected to two gear-driven counter-rotating balance shafts that spin at twice engine speed. In other words, there is not a separate intake or exhaust camshaft. 2015 Jetta TDI. Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes-Benz Adds Two Four-Cylinder BlueEFFICIENCY Diesels to GLK SUV Lineup; Potential to Meet EU6 and US BIN5 Limits

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Both vehicles meet the EU5 emissions standard and have the potential to fulfill the future EU6 limits as well as the existing BIN 5 requirements in the USA. seconds to accelerate from 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph) for overtaking. The two compressors are likewise connected in series and are in addition connected to a bypass duct.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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0 - 60 mph) takes 2.9 seconds, and 200 km/h (125 mph) is reached in less than ten seconds. Acceleration only ends at 316 km/h) (196 mph). The mechanical connection of the fully variable all-wheel drive makes this possible by means of a propshaft and the drive shafts of the front wheels. 30 km/h (18 mph).

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Toyota Previews Generation III 2010 Prius Hybrid

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Toyota also previewed the vehicle this weekend in Los Angeles via its “Prius Connection” program for select early adopters and enthusiast forum participants, attracting potential buyers from across the US and Canada. An exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system has also been added.

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BMW Provides Update on ActiveHybrid X6

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Top speed of the BMW ActiveHybrid X6 is limited electronically to 236 km/h or 146 mph (250 km/h or 155 mph with the optional Sports Package). BMW’s first full hybrid model is able to run exclusively on electric power up to a speed of 60 km/h or 37 mph, with the combustion engine being activated automatically whenever required.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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With the e-tron services in the Audi connect portfolio, drivers can use their smartphones to control such functions as charging and heating or cooling. mph) as long as traffic is slow-moving. Audi connect, which is also standard, connects the Q7 e-tron quattro to the internet via the fast LTE standard.

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Prius c hybrid goes on sale in US with entry MSRP of $18,950; new transaxle, motor technology

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With the Prius c (sold as the Aqua in Japan, earlier post ), Toyota is striving to strike a balance between fuel efficiency, styling, intelligent connectivity and affordability to attract younger, eco-conscious buyers who may have desired, but couldn’t afford, a hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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