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New Mercedes-AMG SL 43 features engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger derived directly from Formula 1

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liter turbocharged M139 engine featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger. Mercedes-AMG SL 43 (European model shown) The new form of turbocharging guarantees spontaneous throttle response across the entire rpm range to deliver an even more dynamic driving experience. The AMG SL 43 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8

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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. With full gas tanks, the car has an NEDC range of up to 495 (307.6 mi) kilometers and a WLTP range of up to 445 kilometers (276.5 mi) kilometers and a WLTP range of up to 445 kilometers (276.5

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Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems

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Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. Compared with other gasoline engines, the intake valves of the 1.5 Compared with other gasoline engines, the intake valves of the 1.5 l/100 km (49 mpg US). l/100 km/h (59 mpg US).

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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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A VR9-level security vehicle protects against attacks with short- and long-range weapons up to 7.62 The integrated protection concept of the new BMW i7 Protection and BMW 7 Series Protection was factored into the development of the new 7 Series range. The new BMW i7 Protection sprints to 62 mph from rest in 9.0

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Mercedes introduces new 4-cylinder gasoline engine for GLK Class

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Mercedes-Benz is offering a new 4-cylinder gasoline engine for the GLK-Class compact SUV—the first gasoline four-cylinder offered on the range. seconds and can reach a top speed of 215 km/h (134 mph). direct-injection engine delivers output of up to 155 kW (211 hp) and torque of 350 N·m (258 lb-ft).

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Second-generation Audi A7 Sportback features standard 48V MHEV system with gasoline or diesel engines

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TFSI (gasoline) or a 3.0 The A7 Sportback can coast with the engine off over a wide speed range and then restart smoothly via the BAS. The A7 Sportback can coast with the engine off over a wide speed range and then restart smoothly via the BAS. The exhaust manifold is integrated in the cylinder head and bathed in coolant.

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New powertrains for updated BMW X5 and BMW X6; PHEV and 48V MHEV

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The new BMW X5 and new BMW X6 can both be ordered with the choice of an eight-cylinder gasoline engine, a six-cylinder in-line gasoline and a six-cylinder in-line diesel engine—each from the latest generation of power units. The BMW X5 xDrive50e accelerates from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.8

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