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ITF launches global initiative to decarbonize transport

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The International Transport Forum (ITF) at the OECD has launched a major global initiative towards carbon-free transport. Transport activity currently contributes 23% of global CO2 emissions from fossil fuels, with the share expected to rise.

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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of a larger electric motor. Sonata Hybrid SE has preliminary internal estimates of 39 mpg (6.03 The heart of the 2018 Sonata Hybrid is a 2.0-liter

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis G90 Performance

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After 2025 they will come out with no new internal combustion engine models and, by 2030, will only sell cars and SUVs powered by a battery. Turbocharged+Supercharged Under the hood–power and surprising fuel economy The potent power from the turbocharged and electric supercharged 3.5-liter The G90 did not disappoint.

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EV gameplan: Strategic tie-ups, fund raising, the way forward | Autocar Professional

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For the global head of an international automaker to devote so much time to one market may seem unusual, but for the Czech brand — that has been around in India for 20 years — the stakes in this country have never been higher. Klaus Zellmer, the global CEO of Skoda Auto, has visited India thrice in the past 18 months. billion in 2021.

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Volkswagen showcases inductive charging w/ “power lift”, autonomous and semi-autonomous capabilities & gesture control at CES

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inch Control Center screen with touch feedback located beneath it for vehicle climate control and media functions (resolution: 800 x 480 pixels); and a 12.3-inch Internally, the developers distinguish between the “small stage” and the “large stage”. The Golf R Touch is equipped with three displays: the 12.8-inch The screen of the 12.3-inch

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Hyundai introduces 2017 Elantra with two new powertrains; up to 35 mpg combined with new 1.4L TGDI

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Finally, piston cooling jets are added to cool down the piston by spraying oil at the lower position of the piston resulting in knock stability and fuel economy improvements. increase in efficiency for optimized fuel economy, and up to an EPA fuel economy rating of 29 city / 38 highway / 33 combined mpg (for the Elantra SE with 6-A/T).

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New 7th-generation Hyundai Sonata updates design, tweaks powertrain

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Hyundai introduced its seventh-generation 2015 Sonata mid-size sedan at the New York International Auto Show. Further performance gains were made possible by incorporating Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) which improves engine breathing on the intake and exhaust sides for better fuel economy and lower emissions.

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