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Gen 5 2019 Toyota RAV4 debuts at New York International Auto Show; 2.5L inline-4 and Toyota Hybrid System

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liter inline-four-cylinder Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) engine with Electronically-Controlled Continuously-Variable Transmission (ECVT), which activates the four hybrid models. With a 40% thermal efficiency (41% for hybrids), the 2.5-liter The new RAV4 offers two powertrains: the Dynamic Force 2.5-liter Earlier post.).

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BMW to showcase 4 production plug-in hybrids at IAA in Frankfurt; new 225xe

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BMW is using the upcoming IAA in Frankfurt to showcase four production BMW brand plug-in hybrid models from different vehicle segments—one newly announced. BMW eDrive is the new drive system technology used in all the electrically powered vehicles from BMW i and the plug-in hybrid models from BMW. BMW brand plug-in hybrids.

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BMW to introduce BMW 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid at Detroit show

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Also part of the line-up at the BMW stand will be the new BMW 530e iPerformance plug-in hybrid, the BMW M550i xDrive, and the BMW 6 Series model range. This dispenses with the need for a torque converter, offsetting some of the weight penalty of the additional drive unit. The BMW Charging Station uses its output of 3.6kW - 7.2

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Tokyo 2023 revisited: Every electric concept debut from the best motor show in years

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The me:MO is a modular mini-car with interior and exterior parts that can be swapped out to change its prime function as the owner’s priorities change. A compact (3995mm long) convertible with a slightly raised vehicle height. The FT-3e rides on a new platform, uses slimline battery packs and three-part gigacasting construction.

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