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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. ECO mode: Improves hybrid system efficiency by limiting power in response to light to moderate accelerator pedal input.

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Toyota anticipates 2016 Prius at 52 mpg combined, 56 mpg with Eco grade

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Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) combined to 44 mpg (5.34 Estimated combined cycle fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.04 Avalon HV continues to be the only full hybrid vehicle in the segment. l/100 km) combined. The new TNGA 2.5-liter

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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). liters per 100 km (35 mpg US ) and CO2 emissions of 159 g per km (256 g/mile). Controllable flaps in the exhaust system modulate the sporty sound and make it even richer. The special pump design reduces weight by around 1.5

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Toyota boosts 2023 Corolla Hybrid; starting MSRP $1,250 lower than 2022 Corolla Hybrid

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The revised hybrid system boosts output to 134 hp (up from 121) and 156 lb-ft (212 N·m) of torque (up from 146 lb-ft / 200 N·m), while EPA-estimated combined fuel economy reaches 47 mpg. The EPA combined fuel economy rating is 44 mpg. liter inline four-cylinder engine was designed specifically for a hybrid application.

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Progress on ATLAS: Cummins’ Tier 2 Bin 2 light duty diesel project

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Cummins is one year into a four year program (ATLAS, Advanced Technology Light Automotive Systems) to develop, in partnership with the US Department of Energy (DOE), a new light-duty diesel truck engine that will meet Tier 2 Bin 2 (SULEV) emission requirements while achieving at least a 40% fuel economy improvement (26.1 mpg US vs. 18.6

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Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

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—Michael Ruth, Director/Technical Project Leader, Advanced Light-Duty. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg). The Highway Fuel Economy Test (HFET) and FTP-75 Test (city) cycles demonstrated fuel economy above 35 mpg (6.72 mpg (12.45 mpg (12.45 mpg city and 34.3 mpg highway. Cummins Inc. ATLAS target.