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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

Green Car Congress

The TwinAir is equipped a number of features usually found in higher engine classes, such as the electrohydraulic control of the Multiair inlet valves and an innovative timing chain that cuts engine running costs because it does not need any maintenance. TwinAir weighs 85kg; emits 95g/km of CO 2 and delivers fuel consumption of around 4.34

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Why Tesla Model Y tax credit inclusion is good for some and bad for others

Teslarati

Tesla Model Y’s complete lineup now qualifies for EV tax credits through Inflation Reduction Act The inclusion is obviously a good thing for consumers, and events that transpired afterward are good for the investors. Still, these companies are often plagued by maintenance issues, rising costs, and a less-than-desirable experience.

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Why the Next Microgrids Will Be Well Connected

Cars That Think

Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (including three of us—Ferrari, Ollis, and Starke) are investigating distributed controllers that will allow microgrids to form a larger network that will increase their resiliency and facilitate the integration of more renewable energy. To that end, engineers at the U.S.

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

Clean Fleet Report

Maintenance – Free First visit. The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is fast, corners great, and is priced so well that Ferrari and Lamborghini owners may be wondering why they spent two, three or even four times as much for their mid-engine sports cars. Roadside Assistance – Five years/60,000 miles.