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Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

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Mazda’s roadmap to the ideal internal combustion engine. From a powertrain frame of reference, Mazda is planning a building block strategy—i.e., From a powertrain frame of reference, Mazda is planning a building block strategy—i.e., Click to enlarge. SKYACTIV at Powertrains, Fuels & Lubes.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", Mazda Ford Partner was reported to be developing Series PHEV based on Mazda 5 MPV platform. No announced plans.

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