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Bentley’s new 616hp 12-cylinder GT Speed convertible with 8-speed and energy recuperation improves fuel economy by 15%

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Bentley will introduce the new Continental GT Speed Convertible at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit this month. The new GT Speed Convertible shares its powertrain specification with its Bentley stablemate, the GT Speed coupé: a 616 bhp (459 kW) twin-turbocharged 6.0 The Continental GT Speed Convertible.

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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. Lower costs, lower emissions. The emissions balance is similarly positive.

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Bentley to Introduce New FlexFuel Supersports Convertible at Geneva Show

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The Supersports Convertible. Bentley will introduce its new FlexFuel capable Supersports Convertible at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. The FlexFuel technology used on the Continental model range offers a reduction of up to 70% in CO 2 emissions on a well-to-wheel basis, according to Bentley. Supersports Convertible.

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Quantum launches new line of converted plug-in hybrid F-150 pickup trucks for fleets

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has launched a new line of hybrid vehicles—converted plug-in hybrid versions of the Ford F-150 pickup, the highest volume selling vehicle in the US. The vehicle will be capable of matching the performance of the conventional F-150 vehicle while achieving substantially higher fuel economy and producing lower emissions.

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Audi presents latest SQ5 TDI diesel; 48V MHEV & electric compressor

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The 48-volt mild hybrid system (MHEV) integrates a belt alternator starter (BAS), a lithium-ion battery that provides buffer storage, and a 48/12-volt voltage converter. Two SCR catalytic converters interact: the exhaust gas aftertreatment. The SCR catalytic converters are supplied with the AdBlue urea solution from a 24-liter tank.

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Caterpillar is putting MASSIVE 240-ton electric haul truck to work in Vale mine

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Mining company Vale is turning to Caterpillar to provide this massive, 240-ton battery-electric haul truck in a bid to slash carbon emissions at its mines by 2030. There, the 240-ton truck was able to achieve a top speed of over 37 mph (60 km/h) fully loaded. mile test course at the company’s Tucson proving grounds.

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Hyundai N Vision 74 hydrogen fuel cell hybrid Concept makes US debut

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This concept reveals the Hyundai N sub-brand electrification vision, demonstrating its commitment to zero-emissions technologies. The 85kW fuel cell converts hydrogen to electricity to charge the 62kWh battery. Hyundai’s N Vision 74 hydrogen fuel cell hybrid concept ( earlier post ) made its US debut at Automobility LA. Tank Capacity.

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