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BMW bringing 4-cylinder gasoline engines back to the US; more diesels to come

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We know there is still great potential for the continuing development of the internal combustion engine. Special emphasis is on light weight, compact size, and electric power. BMW will soon announce what vehicles will feature this new turbo 4-cylinder in the US; the vehicles will be introduced before year-end.

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DOE Announces Up to $13M in Funding for Six Advanced Combustion and Emissions Controls RD Projects

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The research projects will contribute to the development of high efficiency internal combustion engines with the goals of improving fuel economies by 20-40% in light-duty vehicles and attaining 55% brake thermal efficiency in heavy-duty engine systems. Funding beyond 2009 is subject to annual appropriations.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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The Sonata Plug-in Hybrid will be distributed in California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont, but customers in any of the other states can custom order the vehicle at their local Hyundai dealer. Sonata Hybrid SE has preliminary internal estimates of 39 mpg (6.03

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Flash Drive: 2023 Genesis GV70 EV AWD

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Distinct Exterior Sharing a platform with the gasoline-powered GV70 , Genesis engineers were able to use the same platform for both power plants without sacrificing interior space for people or cargo. The rear continues the two-line LED tail light design that wraps the lift gate. Spacious Interior The car’s 6.9-inch

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis GV60 EV

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Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs. The rear continues the two-line LED tail light design that wraps the lift gate. The power charge door, located on the left rear fender, looks just like if this car used gasoline. Technology.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Genesis G80 EV AWD

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By 2025 it will come out with no new internal combustion engine (ICE) models, then by 2030 will only sell electric cars and SUVs. The two-line LED lights are a signature Genesis design, front and rear. The G80 EV will be available sometime in fourth quarter 2022, initially in California, Connecticut, New Jersey and New York.

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DOE to award up to $137M for SuperTruck II, Vehicle Technology Office programs

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Most of the projects will support the goals of EV Everywhere, an Energy Department program that aims to make PEVs as affordable and convenient as gasoline-powered vehicles by 2022. Develop high temperature, high strength, and lightweight alloys for automotive applications such as internal combustion engines using 3D laser printing.

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