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Toyota introduces facelifted Auris; revamped powertrains including new Otto/Atkinson 1.2L gasoline engine

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The Hybrid model, with combined cycle fuel economy of 3.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). miles) at speeds of up to about 50 km/h (31 mph), depending on battery charge and driving conditions. 5 th gear acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h (50-75 mph) takes 13.7 Lower full hybrid system emissions.

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

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The 4-cylinder Sprinter features a 7-speed automatic transmission with torque converter—the only 7-speed automatic transmission to feature in a van—is refined for maximum fuel economy. This results in faster heating-up of the oil, therefore minimizing frictional losses after cold starting. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Toyota revamps Auris powertrain lineup, including hybrid; debut of new 1.2L turbo with Otto/Atkinson technology

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mph); maximum all-electric range is 2 km at speeds of up to 50 km/h (31 mph). seconds, and a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph). One key to achieving better fuel consumption without compromising performance is to apply a higher compression. seconds, and a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). liter turbo and 1.6

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Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter The projected city/highway/combined fuel economy for the LE model equates to 5.47, 6.03

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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Subtopic 6A: Solid State Thermoelectric Energy Conversion Devices. For light duty passenger vehicles, the fuel economy improvement must be measured over the US06 cycle. A 33% percent reduction in energy consumption for heating/cooling of vehicle occupants. Subtopic 6B: Enabling Technologies for Engine and Powertrain Systems.

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Inside the fuel-efficient 9-speed 9G-TRONIC from Mercedes-Benz

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In practice this translates into being able to drive at 120 km/h (75 mph) in 9 th gear with an engine speed of around only 1350 rpm, for example. Lightweight design and fuel economy measures. The heat generated during operation is reliably dissipated via the transmission oil cooler. ECO start/stop is standard.

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Camry in Europe features new 2.0L engine with VVT-iW for both Atkinson and Otto cycles; 13% lower fuel consumption

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seconds, and on to a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). mpg US), fuel consumption is a substantial 13% less than that of the outgoing engine. Numerous additional measures have been adopted to further improve both engine performance and fuel economy. seconds, and on to a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). l/100 km (32.7

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