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IMPCO Automotive selected to provide CNG conversions in new Isuzu ship-through process

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announced that Isuzu commercial vehicle dealers can now select IMPCO as a ship-through option more quickly to convert or to modify gasoline-powered NPR-HD (14,500-lb. This program will simplify the vehicle modification process for dealers and fleet managers. IMPCO Technologies, Inc., GVWR) trucks to CNG operation.

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Nissan launches new X-Trail Hybrid in Japan

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launched the new Nissan X-Trail Hybrid, which goes on sale on 13 May 2015 at Nissan dealers throughout Japan. liter gasoline engines, Nissan said. The clutches and motor are installed co-axially in the space of the torque converter. liter gasoline engine in all speed ranges, from low to high rpm. Nissan Motor Co.,

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Gevo and VP Racing Fuels collaborate to develop and commercialize specialty isobutanol-based fuel blends

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Gevo is converting existing ethanol plants into biorefineries to make renewable building block products for the chemical and fuel industries. —Alan Cerwick, VP's President. VP Racing Fuels, Inc.

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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Conventional hybrid vehicles do not have torque converters to improve fuel economy because torque converters lose energy while transferring power to the drive wheels. SRS can increase the driving range by a couple of miles after 6 hours of charging. Active Shift Control Technology. Each Sonata still comes with traditional keys.

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Creative Bus Sales Opens Its Second Dedicated Alt Fuels Vehicle Conversion Facility

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The process will take gasoline powered vehicles and convert them to run on propane and compressed natural gas (CNG). The focus of the business will be to provide conversions to OEM bus manufacturers and dealers across the country. The operation will be conducted under the name Green Alternative Systems or GAS.

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CleanFUEL USA Introduces New Liquid Propane Injection System for GM 6.0L Engine

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propane engine system is an OEM replacement for new gasoline powered engines, and is designed to convert light-duty fleets, such as passenger vans, shuttle buses, walk-in vans and utility and service vehicles to operate on propane. Systems are available through CleanFUEL USA Master Dealers and Preferred Installers.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

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Pricing and Availability The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST hits dealers this month (May 2024) and comes in one trim level, the Launch Edition, so all you need to do is pick a color. So far the GMC Hummer , Chevrolet Blazer and Equinox, and Cadillac Lyriq are on the road, and the Chevrolet Silverado hits dealers in mid-2024.