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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Operation with natural gas or biomethane makes the compact model economical and more climate-friendly with low emissions. The cylinder head, injection system, turbocharger and catalytic converter were modified accordingly for the CNG engine. Audi is adding a new member to its A3 family: the A3 Sportback 30 g-tron natural gas vehicle.

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New BMW 7 Series offers revamped plug-in hybrid powertrain, other major changes in powertrain lineup

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BMW’s new 7 Series features a number of powertrain changes, including a plug-in hybrid drive system with a new design offering an increased electric range, enhanced performance and lower consumption. The new BMW 7 Series is also available with gasoline and diesel engines using six, eight and twelve cylinders.

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Audi offering 12V mild hybrid versions of new A4; 48V MHEV for S4 TDI diesel

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US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 166 – 163 g/km (267.2 – 262.3 g/mi), with a diesel V6 TDI under the hood for the first time, a 48-volt main electrical system and an electric powered compressor (EPC). US mpg); combined CO 2 emissions 138 – 125 g/km (222.1 - 201.2 l/100 km (37.3 - 37.9 Audi S4 Avant TDI. l/100 km (39.2-

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Peugeot presents its plug-in hybrid gasoline systems for 3008 and 508

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Peugeot is introducing gasoline plug-in hybrid systems for the Peugeot 3008 and 508 and 508 SW engines. The PureTech engine is combined with the new e-EAT8 8-speed automatic transmission (Electric Efficient Automatic Transmission - 8 speeds), specific to Peugeot PLUG-IN HYBRID engines. Peugeot 3008 PHEV. KWh (HYBRID4).

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Second-generation 3.0L V6 Diesel for Audi Q7 Cuts Fuel Consumption 19%; Lower-Emission Variant Meets Euro 6 or US Regs

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Audi has revised the engine lineup for the Q7 full-size SUV, offering two new gasoline engines and the second-generation 3.0L liters per 100 km (32 mpg US), which is equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 195 grams per kilometer (314 g/mile). This V6 diesel accelerates the Q7 from a standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.9 The Audi Q7.

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Volkswagen introduces Touareg R plug-in hybrid model

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The Touareg R can be driven at up to 140 km/h using electric power; above this speed, the turbocharged V6 gasoline engine (TSI) supplements the electric drive motor. The Touareg R will cover most commuter distances fully electrically. The V6 TSI engine delivers a power output of 250 kW (340 PS).

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Volkswagen introduces new Coasting 2.0 micro hybrid system and new natural gas engine at Vienna Motor Symposium

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Volkswagen is also highlighting its spectrum of efficiency and electrification solutions all the way to further optimized battery-powered propulsion as in the new e-Golf and the coming new MEB-based electric vehicles exemplified by its series of I.D. Partially and fully electric drive systems form a key pillar of our drive system strategy.

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