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When General Motors introduced the Chevrolet Beretta in 1987, the lukewarm-to-warm economically-minded coupe wore the name of a gun manufacturer. A lawsuit ensued as Beretta of Italy came after General Motors with guns blazing , one might say. liter engines, and was most often optioned with a three-speed automatic.
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The European Commission has launched an infringement procedure against Italy for failure to fulfil its obligations under EU vehicle type-approval legislation with regards to Fiat Chrysler (FCA) automobiles. Background. Defeat devices are clearly banned by EU law (subject to a limited number of exemptions).
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the inverters), and offer more than 1200 hp power from its three motors, 2.xx-second All the brand’s new models will be developed, engineered and produced 100% in Italy, and will be adopting electric powertrains, to bring great innovation and high performance. By 2030, the entire Maserati range will be full electric.
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Maserati, Italy. The 350 kW electric motor is capable of a top speed of 200 mph (320 km/h), with a power-to-weight ratio that is twice as efficient as an equivalent 470BHP internal combustion engine (ICE). The manufacturers currently confirmed for the Gen3 era of Formula E are: DS Automobiles, France. Jaguar, United Kingdom.
—Scott Phillippi, UPS senior director of maintenance and engineering, international operations. The UPS cargo eBike is equipped with a battery-powered electric motor that can travel longer distances than traditional bikes, carry substantial loads and navigate hills and other terrain.
The agreement was signed in Rome by Zhang Fangyou, Chairman of GAC Group, and Sergio Marchionne, CEO of Fiat Group, in the presence of the President of the People’s Republic of China, Hu Jintao, and the Prime Minister of Italy, Silvio Berlusconi. The first engines will be the Fire 1.4L Click to enlarge. 120 hp and 150 hp T-Jet.
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This group combines design and engineering expertise, strategically aligned to be a nimble leader in advanced metal-forming and powder metal manufacturing with electro-mechanical clutch design capabilities for electrified propulsion solutions. —Stephen Smith, Chairman, President and CEO, Amsted Industries.
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—Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini A high specific power electric motor on each axle ensures permanent all-electric drive in every condition, surface and driving style and a peak power of over one megawatt. The interior is made almost entirely of sustainable materials, all made in Italy.
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has developed manufacturing systems that make complex stators, which are used as a key component of electric motors including those used by the hybrid automotive industry. Tecnomatic is headquartered in Italy with offices in India, Shanghai, Brazil, and Romania. —Giuseppe Ranalli, President and CEO of Tecnomatic S.p.A.
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The electric racing car, which underwent an evolution in the Porsche Development Centre in Weissach, celebrated its world premiere in the Porsche Experience Center in Franciacorta, Italy. Efficiency: The electric motor achieves about 95 percent power efficiency compared to around 40 percent for an internal combustion engine.
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turbo-diesel engine. The new turbo-diesel engine is part of Equinox’s trio of all-turbocharged propulsion systems. The engine. In fact, the engine delivers 90 percent of peak torque between 1,500 and 3,250 rpm. The strong torque provides the feeling of a larger engine, with exceptional smoothness and quietness.
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