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Audi SQ7 features new V8 TDI, 48V system, electric compressor

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Two exhaust-gas turbochargers are activated selectively according to the concept of sequential charging, since exhaust gas only flows through one turbocharger at low and intermediate load. The inlet and exhaust cam shafts each have two cam contours per valve. A DC/DC converter connects the 48‑volt and 12‑volt electrical systems.

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We drove the 500hp electric Arc Sport and holy heck, this thing rips

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For one, when wakeboarding behind the Arc Sport, you aren’t constantly choking down fumes and getting loopy from exhaust mere feet from your face in an otherwise beautiful natural lake environment. And maintenance should be easier too. Which is quite a plus. And it’s a lot cheaper to fuel than paying marina rates for gasoline.

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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They then combined these estimates with three- and five-year estimates for repairs, maintenance, insurance, fees and taxes from an outside data source. kg) out of the crankcase, crankshaft, main bearing frame and upper oil pan—the last by switching from aluminum to magnesium. Exhaust gas aftertreatment system, shown in an A7.

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2024 Lamborghini Revuelto PHEV review: the green way to enjoy a $1million screaming Italian V12?

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They’re short-range EVs, but with the added complexity and maintenance costs that come with an ICE. To enable higher revs and increased power, its cylinder heads and exhaust system were redesigned and its compression ratio increased. PHEV tech makes it a far better Lamborghini supercar. Which makes them the worst of both worlds.

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2018 Honda Accord Hybrid features third-generation MMD two-motor system; no heavy rare-earth metals in motors

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Advances in engine control tuning together with other technologies combine to create excellent power characteristics, exceptional fuel efficiency and very low exhaust emissions. Key contributors to the improved thermal of efficient of the engine include improved exhaust gas recirculation and reductions in operating friction.

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Mercedes eSprinter first drive: here’s the deal – it’s a van, but it’s electric

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Recharging is done either through AC charging at up to 9.6kW, or through DC fast charging at up to 115kW, which can get you charged from 10-80% in 42 minutes. Think back to the time early Audi e-trons told owners to get an oil change. Value The whole package starts at $71,886, or $75,316 for the “high output” 150kW version.

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Major refresh on 2015 Honda CR-V with new Earth Dreams powertrain provides fuel economy gain of up to 12%

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Consisting of a pair of chain-driven counter-rotating shafts located in the oil pan, the balancing system helps quell the inherent second-order harmonic vibrations that normally impact inline 4-cylinder engines. With exhaust passages cast directly into the cylinder head, the need for a traditional separate exhaust manifold is eliminated.