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Nissan introduces new 1.5L diesel in Juke in Europe; 56 mpg US

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Other changes include a new thermostatically-controlled variable displacement oil pump which reduces internal friction by adapting automatically to the engine’s needs and oil viscosity. The unit’s overall power output and performance figures (109 mph maximum speed, 0-62 mph in 11.2 seconds) are unchanged.

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Fact or Fiction: Electric Vehicle Charging in 2022

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With an output of up to 50 amps, the HQ 200 can connect to your wi-fi, and communicate with all your talkative home smart devices like Alexa, Google Home, or Siri. Meanwhile, the Mach-E goes from 0-60 MPH in just 3.5 And, it can do things a gas vehicle can’t, like power your entire house for days in case of an emergency!

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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The transmission uses an electric oil pump, which helps improve efficiency. It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain. Sonata Hybrid’s Nu engine produces 154 hp and 140 lb-ft (190 N·m) of torque.

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New BMW 3 Series includes a new 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo, 8-speed automatic and start-stop; ActiveHybrid 3 model in 2012

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The new BMW 328i accelerates from 0 to 00 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds, on its way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). This sedan model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.0 seconds and hits a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). liters per 100 km (36.8 Fuel consumption is 4.1

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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The A3 e-tron can cruise at up to 80 mph in all-electric mode; a spec we confirmed—with enjoyment—last week during a media drive in the San Francisco Bay Area. Top speed for the A3 Sportback e-tron is 130 mph. The coolant loop for the TFSI also incorporates the oil cooler for the S tronic. Driver Assistance.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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The 6-speed AT features a high-voltage electric oil pump for improved efficiency. EV mode, or all-electric battery charge depleting mode, can handle speeds up to approximately 75 mph (121 km/h). Maximum EV speed (mph). Torque output is the same for PHEV and HEV: 205 N·m (151 lb-ft) @ 0-1,1770 rpm. Click to enlarge.

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Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe

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The electro-hydraulic steering was light, which resulted in the front end wandering when on the highway at 70 mph. The all-weather subwoofer and a 552-watt amplifier powered an Alpine audio system that includes AM/FM/CD/MP3 HD radio, SiriusXM, Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto. A very nice feature is the 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

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