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Tula Technology reports up to 18% fuel economy gain in GM 6.2L V8 using Dynamic Skip Fire technology; emissions benefits too

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In a paper presented at the 2016 SAE World Congress, Tula Technology, developer of Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation technology, reported significant fuel economy gains of up to 18% over a conventional GM 6.2-liter Meaning, DSF reduces fuel consumption by 14-18% over V8. liter V8 by operating using Dynamic Skip Fire.

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LPG system provider Icom earns 17 new EPA certifications For GM vehicles

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Icom North America, a developer and manufacturer of liquid-injection propane (autogas) systems for commercial and consumer vehicles, has received 17 new US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certifications for its patented JTG II Propane Liquid Injection bi-fuel systems. The GMC-brand vehicles include Sierra, Yukon and Savana vans.

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2024 Lexus TX Hopes to Become a Better Family Hauler

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After showcasing the next-generation GX , the brand introduced an all-new model designed to replace the three-row RX L. However, where the RX was stretched as an afterthought, the TX was always designed with extra seating in mind.& liter to 362 horsepower thanks to dual electric motors offering default all-wheel drive.

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Tech: New Technology Reduces Diesel Emissions

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A new technology may take the already quite clean (especially compared with engines of just a little more than a decade ago) engines to a level that reduces smog-producing emissions while increasing fuel economy and yet not losing any performance. The software upgrade doesn’t require any hardware changes to the motor or vehicle.

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Rental Review: The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, Last Domestic Midsize Standing

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Like other GM cars (even high-end Yukon Denalis) the Malibu does not have touch-sensitive keyless entry, but relies on the 2006-era door Chiclet to lock and unlock. That’s worth a mention especially because of the Malibu’s design. Door handles pull and retract with a quality action, though the plastic handle doesn’t have the best feel.

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Details on GM’s new efficient top-end 8-speed automatic

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The 8L90, the replacement for the venerable 6L80 six-speed in GM’s lineup, is offered as well as standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L As a result, some of the clutch housings must be designed to tolerate high rotational speeds. axle ratio.

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