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Audi at CeBIT in Hanover with new A3 to highlight Audi connect; future role of Car-to-X communication

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There, under the “Audi connect” banner, it is presenting current and future solutions for mobile IT applications at the world’s biggest trade fair for information technology. Audi connect links the vehicle with the driver, the Internet, the infrastructure and with other vehicles. It also accelerates and brakes autonomously.

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Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

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In addition to serving as an energy accumulator for the electric motor, the lithium-ion battery is also connected via the voltage converter to the 12V on-board electrical system, which supplies power to standard power-consuming devices such as the headlamps and the comfort features.

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Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

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External noise has also been minimized by the low A-pillar step and exterior mirrors connected to the body by a stem. mph), and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at speeds of up to 20 km/h (12.4 Particularly rigid window frames prevent the airflow from pulling on the doors at higher speeds, and reduce vibrations.

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Chevy’s Cruze Diesel: a compact diesel contender in the US

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diesel from GM’s European lineup (the engine is manufactured in Kaiserslautern, Germany) to challenge Jetta on the basis of highway fuel economy and power, as well as content. Fuel economy background. turbo-diesel enables 0-60 mph acceleration of about 8.6 Chevrolet is positioning the Cruze, which features a US-modified 2.0L

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ANA and Joby to establish eVTOL ridesharing service in Japan; Toyota joining for ground integration

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With a maximum range of 150 miles (241 kilometers), a top speed of 200 mph (321 km/h) and a low noise profile to allow it to access built-up areas, Joby’s piloted aircraft is designed to make convenient, emissions-free air travel an everyday reality. Joby already has strong connections with Japan, having worked alongside Toyota since 2019.

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New Honda Jazz to be sold across Europe with standard hybrid powertrain

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It comprises two compact, electric motors connected to a 1.5-liter seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph). The hybrid system produces CO 2 emissions from 102 g/km (WLTP) and fuel economy of 4.5 The hybrid system produces CO 2 emissions from 102 g/km (WLTP) and fuel economy of 4.5

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Ford Crew Chief telematics system can improve fuel economy by up to 20% through better fleet management

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The US Department of Energy reports that aggressive driving decreases fuel economy by up to 33 percent. ” The Department of Energy details that fuel economy is reduced by 1% for every mile per hour above 55 mph. Crew Chief is available for F-150, Super Duty, E-Series vans and the Transit Connect.