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Toyota introduces 2022 Toyota Tundra pickup with new i-FORCE MAX hybrid option

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With the water-cooled intercooler keeping turbo temperatures down, the V6 engine improves on the outgoing V8 engine in every way. The exhaust valves’ shape has also been optimized to enhance cooling performance. The 24-valve, Dual Overhead Cam V6 is chain-driven and features Dual VVTi systems.

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Audi presents latest SQ5 TDI diesel; 48V MHEV & electric compressor

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The wide engine speed range can be used continuously between 1,750 rpm and 3,250 rpm. An actuator in the exhaust system, as fitted to the first SQ5 TDI, gives the V6 a sonorous sound. The intercooler has been changed over from an air/air cooler in the bumper to an indirect water/air cooler in the inside V of the engine.

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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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Toyota doubles the electric range in the new version of Prius PHEV with 8.8 kWh pack

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km) of all-electric range—twice the electric range of the previous model with its 4.4 kWh pack—and to drive at speeds up to 84 mph (135 km/h). gallon tank of regular-grade gasoline and a full electric charge, the 2017 Prius Prime anticipates a class-leading estimated total driving range of over 600 miles (966 km).

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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87 mph, when the maximum speed of the electric motor would be reached at approx. Conventional cooling systems, which only cool with air or indirectly cool the entire battery pack with water, quickly reach their limits—especially as the requirements continue to increase due to increasingly energy-dense cells. 13,500 rpm.

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Audi reduces fuel consumption 21% in new direct injection 1.8L TFSI; indirect injection in part-load range

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TFSI also uses indirect injection in the part-load range. The Audi valvelift system, which adjusts the lift of the valves in two stages, is active on the exhaust side. This concept benefited from the integration of the exhaust manifold into the water-cooled cylinder head. With a manual transmission, the 1.8

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Ramming Speed: Meet the 2025 Ram RHO

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The fun cut offs at the claimed top speed of 118 mph. Ram claims a water-fording depth of up to 32 inches. Since Ram envisions RHO owners playing in nature's sandbox, there's a hood duct that is setup to drain water and filter out debris. A full-time active transfer case from BorgWarner has a low range of 2.64:1