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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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MARCH 16, 2012

The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. Fuel economy at idle improves 35% on the Police Interceptor sedan and 32% on the Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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Fuel Economy Economy Tahoe Ford 225

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JUNE 10, 2013

At the 2012 Los Angeles Motor Show in December, Audi of America announced the significant expansion of its diesel model line-up with the addition of A8, A7, A6, and Q5 TDI diesel models to the Q7 and A3 TDI already on sale in the US. With the same power and torque figures as the A6 and A7 TDIs, the Q5 TDI accelerates from 0-60 mph in 6.5

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Polestar 2 Single and Dual Motor A Major Update with More Power and Range Polestar recently invited the automotive media to get behind the wheel of its revised Polestar 2 single and dual motor sedan, what Polestar says is a “5-door electric performance fastback.” with 0-60 mph times of 5.9

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. liter inline-four cylinder engine and a higher-output rear electric motor. liter inline-four cylinder engine and a higher-output rear electric motor. Additionally, this also allows increasing the top speed of all-electric operation from 79 mph to 83 mph.

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MAY 22, 2014

liter ECOTEC engine, an addition that improves the vehicle’s city fuel economy by nearly 5%, or one mile per gallon. Impala with stop/start yields an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city (10.7 The technology helps improve the Malibu’s city fuel economy by 14%. engine with stop/start, and a premium 3.6L million in 2022.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Nissan Motor Co., Nissan’s original one-motor two-clutch parallel hybrid “Intelligent Dual Clutch Control” system ( earlier post ) is adopted in every grade. Nissan’s original one-motor two-clutch parallel hybrid “Intelligent Dual Clutch Control” system ( earlier post ) is adopted in every grade. New Skyline. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy comparison. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. mph), and stops per mile (1.9 Source: NREL.

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MARCH 3, 2014

Audi is unveiling the third-generation of its TT compact sports car at the Geneva Motor Show. The new sports car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 235 km/h (146 mph). seconds, and on up to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 29, 2011

General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist on August 25. At the heart of the LaCrosse eAssist is a 115V lithium-ion battery and 15kW motor-generator unit, which help increase fuel economy. liters of fuel per 100 km (45 mpg US) at a constant 90 km/h (56 mph) and 7.2 The new model features a 2.4-liter

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JANUARY 26, 2022

The powertrain features a motor generator within the bell housing between the twin-turbo engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission. Using the SPORT or SPORT S+ settings, for example, the i-FORCE MAX powertrain makes use of the electric motor’s instantaneous responsiveness. Earlier post.). 2023 Toyota Sequoia Limited.

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. engine with start/stop.

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

The CR-V hybrid features a new two-motor hybrid system produced at Honda’s Ohio Transmission Plant (TMP-O), and a newly refined Atkinson-cycle engine unique to hybrid models that is made at the Anna Engine Plant (AEP), also in Ohio. This new configuration allows for the use of a larger propulsion motor with increased torque output.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) also joined the partnership, with the intention of exploring opportunities such as ground-based transportation. ANA Holdings and Joby Aviation are forming a partnership that will see Japan’s largest airline join with Joby to bring aerial ridesharing services to Japan. Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 3, 2010

The Morgan Motor Company is “relaunching” a modern version of the vehicle upon which the company was founded: the Morgan Threewheeler. A sub 500 kg overall weight and a slippery hull enhances performance and fuel economy. Click to enlarge. The new Threewheeler delivers an estimated 100 bhp, and accelerates from 0-60 in 4.5

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JANUARY 6, 2022

This architecture approach affords both cost and timing benefits through the development process, as well as further production efficiencies from the resultant economies of scale. Peak Motor Power. Up to 80 mph (130 kph). P7 Platform Specifications. Battery Capacity. Up to 120 kWh. Up to 100 kW x 4. Turning Radius. Minimum 40.0

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NOVEMBER 20, 2019

In addition to an ability to do 0-60 mph in a projected 5.8 liter gas V6 engine that reached 0-60 mph in 6.3-seconds—a seconds—a half-second slower than the RAV4 Prime—and a 21 combined MPG fuel economy rating. Toyota projects 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.8 Toyota projects 0-60 mph acceleration in 5.8

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder engine and a small high-torque electric motor through its unique transaxle, delivering a combined 194 system horsepower and 206 lb-ft (279 N·m) of torque. The system varies power between the gasoline engine and electric motor, or combines both as needed, all seamlessly.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. Toyota is offering a new electric all-wheel drive system (AWD-e) on the facelifted 2019 Prius.

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MAY 29, 2022

kWh per mile, taking advantage of the powerful motor regeneration that returned electricity to the battery when coasting or braking. seconds from 50 to 70 mph, made passing Semi trucks and motorhomes a breeze. The LED Active Bending head and fog lights turn up to 15 degrees at speeds of up to 25 mph, illuminating curves.

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DECEMBER 7, 2009

The Tazzari Group gave the ZERO electric vehicle its debut at the Bologna Motor Show (4-8 December). The ZERO features a 150 N·m rear-wheel drive 3-phase asynchronous motor, powered by a lithium-iron phosphate battery pack. The estimated range in Economy drive—one of four drive modes—is 140 km (87 miles).

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MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 As the team began to dive into some of the details and changes to meet the desired Elio targets, it found that the Geo Metro engine would not meet the fuel efficiency targets to enable the vehicle fuel economy goal of 84 mpg highway. Current prototype of the Elio.

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JUNE 16, 2016

Local Motors, creator of the first 3D-printed cars ( earlier post ), introduced the first self-driving vehicle to integrate the advanced cognitive computing capabilities of IBM Watson. Olli was unveiled during the grand opening of a new Local Motors facility in National Harbor, MD and transported Local Motors CEO and co-founder John B.

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Motor Motors Motoring Las Vegas 150

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MARCH 28, 2012

Motor output. Motor torque. Motor torque. Consequently, the electric motor can be integrated in the transmission unit in such a way that it takes up only 65 mm more space than the 7G-TRONIC. motor alone until the battery needs recharging. Rated output. 150 kW/204 hp. 500 N·m. Transmission. 7G-tronic PLUS.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Fisker Automotive will debut the first factory-built Karma plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. seconds and a top speed of 200 km/h (124 mph), yet can achieve an annual average economy of 2.4L/100 Fisker Automotive introduced the Karma as a concept in January 2008.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The BMW Group sources the individual fuel cells from the Toyota Motor Corporation. In coasting overrun and braking phases, the motor also serves as a generator, feeding energy back into a power battery. This technology is one of the core elements in the BMW iX5 Hydrogen and generates a high continuous output of 125 kW/170 hp.

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APRIL 23, 2012

Protean Electric, the global leader in electric in-wheel motors, will showcase its award-winning in-wheel motor Protean Drive system in a BRABUS Hybrid at the SAE 2012 World Congress 24-26 April. Each Protean motor adds 80 kW (110 hp) and 800 N·m (590 lb-ft) of peak torque, which, when combined with the 2.2-liter

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In testing by the Michigan State Police in 2018, the all-new Police Interceptor Utility Hybrid had the fastest 0-100 mph acceleration, fastest lap, fastest average lap and highest top speed of 137 mph versus competitive police utility vehicles, including V8-powered entries. liter-equipped model in 0-60 mph by 1.1

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AUGUST 15, 2013

Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. mph), and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at speeds of up to 20 km/h (12.4 2015 GLA-Class. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 6, 2012

Volkswagen introduced the new Polo BlueGT at the Geneva Motor Show. With a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph), the car accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 In constant speed driving at 50 km/h (31 mph) in third or fourth gear, fuel savings are as much as one liter per 100 km. Polo BlueGT. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 7, 2010

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Hino Motors, Ltd. The hybrid bus is fitted with two 80 kW, 260 N·m permanent magnet electric motors powered by NiMH batteries and two 90 kW PEM fuel cell stacks , and is fueled with hydrogen gas stored in tanks at 35 MPa (350 bar). Maximum speed is 80 km/h (50 mph). Earlier post.)

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MARCH 5, 2020

At an event in the GM Tech Center campus in Warren, Michigan, General Motors unveiled the core of its new strategy to grow the company’s EV sales quickly, efficiently and profitably. Photo by Steve Fecht for General Motors). GM’s all-new modular platform and battery system, Ultium.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2017

EPA-estimated fuel economy is 126 MPGe city, 109 MPGe highway and 119 MPGe combined (28 kWh/100 miles), making it one of the most efficient electric vehicles on the market (tied with the Chevy Bolt, second after the Hyundai Ioniq Electric). The electric motor on the 2017 e-Golf has been upgraded as well.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2016

seconds, and is expected to deliver a fuel economy rating of 65 MPGe. The advanced Plug-In Hybrid system is a key addition, providing a combination of exceptional fuel economy, crisp acceleration and strong electric-driving range. The two-motor EVT system combines with the 2.0-liter Each electric motor produces 100 hp (74.5

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NOVEMBER 21, 2012

million tire performance test equipment, known as Flat-Trac LTRe, is unique in its use of electric motor technology and can run a tire up to 200 mph. Flat-Trac LTRe. Click to enlarge. The center’s $11.2-million It provides data on handling, ride, torque, and braking capabilities on various surfaces, including wet road conditions.

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liter four-cylinder/electric motor pairing – 194 horsepower now for front-wheel drive models like my test car, and 139 lb-ft of torque for all models – erases the pokiness of the past and brings the car up to date. My biggest gripe was an intrusion of outside noise above 60 mph. A road trip to Detroit and back wasn’t too punishing.

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