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2022 Rogue to feature Nissan’s all-new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo variable compression engine

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Nissan introduced a new Rogue SUV for the 2021 model year; for 2022, Nissan is making its best-selling model more powerful, more fuel-efficient and more fun to drive with an all-new, 1.5-liter Even with the increased power, the 2022 Rogue’s estimated fuel economy is 33 mpg combined—an increase of 3 mpg over the 2021 model.

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GM reveals new-generation ECOTEC 1.0T and 1.3T engines to be launched in China; up to 10% fuel economy improvement

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General Motors revealed its new-generation ECOTEC 1.0T The turbocharged engines were developed as a global architecture with the support of GM’s worldwide manufacturing and supply chain networks. Fuel economy has been improved by up to 10% compared to the engines powering the popular Buick Excelle GT. mpg US) for the 1.3T

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Schaeffler supplying modular hybrid transmission to 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Lincoln Aviator

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Automotive and industrial supplier Schaeffler is supplying its modular hybrid transmission to the 2020 Ford Explorer and Police Interceptor Utility, as well as the 2020 Lincoln Aviator. liter gas engine—and is projected to save taxpayers between $3,500 and $5,700 per vehicle in fuel costs annually. liter EcoBoost engine.

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Chevrolet to offer small number of 2016 Silverados pickups with e-Assist mild-hybrid technology; 13% better city cycle fuel economy

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As a result, Chevrolet can deliver a low-volume, affordably priced hybrid pickup that delivers uncompromised capability and up to 13% better fuel economy in city driving. Silverado already leads the full-size truck segment in V8 fuel economy. The electric motor also enables the Active Fuel Management system on the 5.3L

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Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

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Mercedes-Benz is introducing the new E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID; the luxury-class diesel hybrid offers fuel consumption of 4.2 L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is based on the E 250 CDI, yet has a higher output and approximately 15% lower fuel consumption. Motor output.

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VIA Motors receives $20M contract to supply extended-range electric pickups and vans to >50 fleets

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VIA Motors, a electric vehicle development and manufacturing company, signed a contract worth $20 million to build and to deliver extended-range electric pick-up trucks and vans to more than 50 participating fleets. VIA Motors’ extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) powertrain. Click to enlarge.

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Toyota launches Pixis Epoch minivehicle in Japan; 70 mpg US for <$10K

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Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched the Pixis Epoch—the second passenger minivehicle to be sold under the Toyota brand—in Japan. For a starting price of ¥795,000 (US$9,370), the gasoline-fueled Pixis Epoch offers fuel economy of 30.0 CO 2 emissions are 77 g/km. Pixis Epoch G (Front-wheel drive model).

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