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Ford Europe bringing 48V mild hybrid tech to Tourneo van; new diesel engines

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A variable-flow oil pump reduces parasitic losses by adapting oil delivery to demand. The engine delivers up to a 6% improvement in fuel efficiency, based on the World Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), while adhering to the latest stringent Euro 6 emissions standards. In addition to the new 185 PS variant, the 2.0-liter

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USCAR helps to develop charging-readiness tools for plug-in & electric vehicles through US DRIVE

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The first tool is a six-page permitting template that can be adapted by local governments to help standardize permitting and inspection procedures for plug-in electric vehicles (PHEVs) between different regions. It covers all aspects of setting up a home charge station.

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Ford unveils new Focus; 10% better fuel economy; focus on tech; gasoline and diesel

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Powertrains are supported by standard Auto Start-Stop for reduced running costs and a six-speed manual and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Particulate emissions are reduced using standard gas particulate filter technology. A belt-in-oil design for the camshaft and oil pump drive belts. Transmissions.

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The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD Is a Horse of a Different Feather

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This limited-edition Mustang is street-legal, though it has been designed in conjunction with the Mustang GT3 race car -- a car that is slated to run at the 24 Hours of Le Mans next year. Other standard or available features include a dry-sump oil system, magnesium wheels, titanium exhaust, and carbon-ceramic brakes.

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ITF: measures to decrease road freight CO2 emissions

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Trucks represent the fastest growing source of global oil demand. They account for 40% of the expected increase in oil demand to 2050 and 15% of the increase in global CO 2 emissions. Trucks will even surpass passenger cars as the major oil consumers. It is critical that these standards include heavy freight trucks.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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The basis for the high performance of the AMG 400 volt battery is the innovative direct cooling: for the first time, a high-tech coolant based on an electrically non-conductive liquid flows around all 560 cells and cools them individually. Every battery needs a defined temperature for optimum power delivery.

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Biden admin finalizes new fuel economy standards to save Americans billions

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The Department of Transportation has finalized its newest Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, requiring an increase in fuel economy that will reduce pollution and save Americans $23 billion in fuel costs, but are nevertheless softer than the administration had originally sought. miles per gallon in 2031.