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Infiniti to introduce hybrid version of 2014 QX60 crossover; first application of new FF-Hybrid system

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Infiniti Motor Company Ltd. The hybrid QX60, which will offer front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions, will be the first application of Nissan’s new FF-Hybrid (front-engine, front-wheel drive) one-motor, two-clutch hybrid system. The new Infiniti QX60 Hybrid is projected to realize fuel economy of 26 mpg US (9.0

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Hyundai launches Sonata PHEV; 22-mile electric range

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Sonata Plug-in Hybrid uses a six-speed automatic transmission with Hyundai’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED), a 50 kW electric motor, in place of a torque converter. The 50 kW electric motor is 32% more powerful than the motor used the in regular Sonata Hybrid and allows EV operation at higher speeds.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

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Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. We were surprised to cross the 30 mpg mark for this 3,915-pound, five-passenger midsize SUV.

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Infiniti unveils production-intent electric LE Concept with wireless charging; production version expected within two years

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Infiniti unveiled the LE Concept battery-electric vehicle at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. A production version is expected to reach Infiniti showrooms in near-similar form within the next two years as Infiniti’s first all-electric luxury sedan. —Infiniti Americas Vice President Ben Poore.

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Nissan Outlines Fuel-Saving Technologies Launching in FY2010; New Engines, Transmission, Stop-Start System and Hybrid System

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In Yokohama, Nissan Motor Co., In Japan, the New March will be launched this month equipped with idling stop technology achieving a 26 km/L fuel economy (61 mpg US, 3.85 Nissan has developed a 1-motor, 2-clutch parallel full hybrid system. The hybrid system is scheduled to launch on the Infiniti M in late 2010.

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Ford Beefs Up the Six-Speed Transmission for the 3.5L EcoBoost Engine

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The 2010 Lincoln MKS, the first Ford Motor Company vehicle to offer the 3.5-liter liter EcoBoost engine and 6F-55 transmission package, will deliver 355 hp (265 kW) and 350 lb-ft (475 Nm) of torque, along with achieving 25 mpg on the highway. The turbo system does, however, run at higher temperatures.

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Road Test: 2021 Buick Envision Avenir FWD

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The EPA rates the Buick Envision FWD at 24 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined miles per gallon. mpg average. A note regarding OnStar : a simple push of a button connects you with a friendly General Motors representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable.

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