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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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This is referred to as “well-to-wheel emissions.” seconds, [and three of] 16 vehicles [it has] tested in the past decade that blasted to 60 mph in less than 3.0 The throttle wire connects to a throttle linkage. The throttle linkage opens a valve which lets air into the engine.

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. The two overhead camshafts actuate 16 intake and exhaust valves. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

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The electric motor transmits power via a belt drive directly to the crankshaft of the combustion engine—an arrangement referred to as “P0 topology.” As a result, Continental has chosen to employ the water-cooled induction motor that can be connected directly to the engine’s cooling circuit.

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Elio Motors unveils engine prototype for 84 mpg highway 3-wheeler

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After running computer simulations, it was apparent that a new engine design was needed to work with the Elio vehicle to achieve this goal and still maintain a top speed of more than 100 MPH with goal of 0-to-60 MPH in less than 10 seconds. The Elio engine uses a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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The A3 e-tron can cruise at up to 80 mph in all-electric mode; a spec we confirmed—with enjoyment—last week during a media drive in the San Francisco Bay Area. Top speed for the A3 Sportback e-tron is 130 mph. We have a clutch that engages and connects the two, that gets the engine going. Just to give an example.

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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. by Mike Millikin and Jack Rosebro. The 2010 Prius.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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But on a 180-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 28.8 The screen also is home for embedded navigation and the fantastic, optional three-amplifier, 28-channel, 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference 3D sound system. The first thought is this references a 6.0-liter