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Hertz introduces CNG vehicle rentals in US; Civics and Yukons

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Hertz will begin renting eight CNG Honda Civics and two CNG GMC Yukons at Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City early next month. As more low emission, fuel efficient vehicles become available for general use we will continue to expand our rental fleet, reflecting our dedication to offering sustainable travel options.

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Report: Parts Availability for General Motors’ 6.2-Liter V8 Becoming Major Issue

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liter L87 motor (found in late-model Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevy Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade) is presently under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for defects. Due to limited parts availability, parts may have quantity limiters in effect.

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LPG system provider Icom earns 17 new EPA certifications For GM vehicles

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The GMC-brand vehicles include Sierra, Yukon and Savana vans. Icom’s JTG II system is now available for more than 400 vehicle platforms, the most of any liquid-injection system in the US market. The EPA certifications allow Icom to convert these popular fleet vehicles in the US market for propane/autogas bi-fuel use.

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2015 Chevrolet and GMC pickups, SUVs to offer eight-speed transmission with EcoTec3 V-8

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Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L EcoTec3 V-8 (L86) ( earlier post ). With 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 460 lb-ft (624 N·m) of torque, the 6.2L

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GM to Introduce 2010 GMC Terrain at New York Show

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Also available will be a 3.0L GMC will also introduce a two-mode hybrid version of the Yukon Denali, joining the Yukon and Sierra two-mode hybrids in the GMC lineup. The four-cylinder models are also equipped with a rack-mounted electric power steering system to further enhance fuel efficiency.

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GM offering magnetic ride control on Sierra Denali pickup

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V-8 (355 hp) or the available 6.2L More than 675,000 Denali models have been sold since the introduction of the 1999 Yukon Denali. Magnetic ride control provides more precise body motion control that correlates with a more refined ride while maintaining payload and trailering capability. and 5’8” box).

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UCS Hybrid ScoreCard Dings Automakers for Forced Features in Hybrid Offerings

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With a sticker price of less than $20,000, the Insight is one of the most affordable hybrids available. But muscle hybrids, such as the GMC Yukon Hybrid and Lexus LS 600h L, which emphasize power over increased mileage and reduced emissions, have much lower hybrid value, according to the group.

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