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Mercedes-Benz to Show S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Concept at IAA; Likely Included in Next Generation of Production S-Class

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Although it will take some time before this model can go into series production, our engineers will be working full steam to carry out the necessary integration measures and ensure that all components can meet the tough everyday demands required of a luxury long-distance saloon. liters of fuel (52 mpg US) (preliminary value).

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2023 Toyota Crown coming to US with standard hybrid powertrain, Hybrid MAX option

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Hybrid MAX produces powerful torque at low RPM for sporty, exhilarating driving and has an EPA-estimated 30 MPG combined city/highway fuel economy rating. liter inline 4-cylinder engine is tuned to hit peak torque between 2000-3000 RPM; the front electric motor helps maximize torque production.

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Toyota Previews Generation III 2010 Prius Hybrid

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The Gen III Prius offers an EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy of 50 mpg (now revealed to comprise 50 mpg city and 49 mpg highway). An exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system has also been added. Nominal pack voltage of the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery remains at 201.6 Battery pack.

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BMW Provides Update on ActiveHybrid X6

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BMW has provided some additional detail on its two-mode ActiveHybrid X6, as well as updating some of the figures released for the introduction of the production model at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. mpg US mpg), with a CO 2 emission rating of 231 grams/kilometer. Output and torque diagrams, BMW ActiveHybrid X6.

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Toyota completely revamps the Crown; coming back to US with HYBRID MAX powertrain

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liter inline 4-cylinder turbo engine tuned to hit peak torque between 2000-3000 rpm, with a front electric motor that helps maximize torque production. HYBRID MAX has a manufacturer-estimated 28 mpg US combined city/highway fuel economy rating. HYBRID MAX combines a 2.4-liter

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Volkswagen targeting 5% of Jetta sales in US with new sporty Hybrid model; expected 45 mpg combined

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The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2 —Rainer Michel, Volkswagen VP product marketing and strategy. liter supercharged V6 direct injection gasoline engine; a hybrid module integrating a 35 kW electric motor and disengagement clutch; an 8-speed automatic transmission; and a NiMH battery pack.

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Toyota details powertrain advances in Gen4 Prius; available E-Four system for all-wheel drive

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Extensive changes to the transaxle, engine and combined hybrid system, generate an expected improvement in EPA estimated MPG on core models of up to 10% (i.e., up to ~55 mpg US combined), with an Eco model that will achieve an even greater improvement. Although the new 2016 Prius retains the established 1.8-liter Earlier post.)

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