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Furtive eGT electric sports car hits 240 km/h on the Nordschleife; small production series for 2013

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The racing driver Sabine Schmitz has tested the battery-electric Furtive eGT sports car from Exagon Motors ( earlier post ) on the Nordschleife (north loop) of the Nürburgring, achieving a top speed of nearly 240 km/h (149 mph) on the 20 kilometer long Nordschleife. For reverse gear, the rotational direction of the motors is inverted.

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Chevrolet introduces 2013 Malibu ECO with eAssist

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Chevrolet has introduced the 2013 Malibu ECO, its most fuel-efficient midsize sedan yet. engine features dual-overhead cams, direct injection, continuously variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control, as well as a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and cylinder head. Chevrolet Malibu ECO PowerFlow screen.

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NYC had electric taxis in the ’90s—the 1890s, that is

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The instant torque of electric motors and lack of exhaust noise have also created many a modern EV enthusiast. 2013 Nissan Leaf electric car tested as taxi in New York City, April 2013 However, electric taxis are also responsible for two unfortunate historical firsts.

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Honda updates CR-Z hybrid with more power and Li-ion battery

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The power of both the gasoline engine and electric motor has been increased to 137 PS (128 hp, 96 kW) without compromising fuel economy or increasing exhaust emissions. The revised CR-Z will go on sale in January 2013. The electric motor system has also been improved. The 0-62 mph sprint time falls from 9.7

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Land Rover unveils the diesel Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase in Beijing; first diesel hybrids in China

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Land Rover introduced the Range Rover Hybrid Long Wheelbase at the Beijing motor show. liter SDV6 diesel engine with a 35 kW electric motor, integrated with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. The complete system, including a lithium ion battery pack, inverter and electric motor, weighs less than 120 kg. l/100 km (36.8

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Refreshed 2014 Toyota Yaris features revamped 1.0L engine with switching between Atkinson and Otto cycles; new hybrid

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Europe is the world’s fastest growing hybrid market; sales increased by 34% in 2013, with the region accounting for 12% of total global hybrid sales. The Yaris Hybrid sold 49,774 units in 2013, and the Valenciennes French factory has recently produced its 100,000 th Yaris Hybrid. A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter liter gasoline engine and 1.4-liter

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Chevrolet previews Spark EV Tech Performance concept, other performance concepts including Cruze Diesel for SEMA

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The EV It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 Features include: A Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allow the 1.4L The All-Activity Sonic concept returns for the 2013 SEMA Show with a new performance package with parts from Chevrolet Performance. Earlier post.) Malibu LTZ concept.

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