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Hyundai technology boosts power and fuel economy

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Very often fuel and emission savings mean a loss of power for engines – however, at the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai has announced new technology that manages to offer the best of both worlds. The new direct injection technology for its Lambda V6 engine and a new 5.0l

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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?", Showed BlueZERO E-CELL PLUS series PHEV concept in December 08. Ford Escape PHEV-40 around 2012.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

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"On some products, the costs, particularly in advanced technologies, are high," he said in a lengthy interview with Automotive News (free subscription required). It will appear in Europe next year as the Opel Ampera and in Australia as the Holden Volt in 2012. " President Obamas auto task force doesnt see it that way.

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