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New power-dense 2.0L GDI turbo with twin-scroll turbocharger and new combustion system offered in 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

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The Malibu turbo has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 21 city (11.2 Increased efficiency in all of the new Ecotec engines is achieved in part through lower engine friction, which was reduced by up to 16% using new technologies such as a variable-displacement oil pump. Modular balance shaft system in the oil pan.

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Strong Global Sales for Chevrolet Cruze Prior to US Introduction; More Details on Its New Small-Displacement Engines

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turbo is standard on Eco ( earlier post ), LT and LTZ models and helps the Cruze Eco achieve up to an estimated 40 mpg on the highway (with a standard six-speed manual transmission), which is expected to be the best fuel economy in the compact car segment. Connecting rods and pistons. Variable-flow oil pump. The Ecotec 1.4L

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Cadillac twin-turbo V6 and 8-speed transmission debut in 2014 CTS sedan

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GM estimated fuel economy for the CTS with Twin-Turbo is 17 mpg city (13.8 Strengthened connecting rods. Pressure-actuated oil squirters drench the underside of each piston and the surrounding cylinder wall with an extra layer of cooling, friction-reducing oil. greater fuel economy. Large, 38.3-mm

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GM introduces new Cadillac 2013 ATS RWD luxury sport sedan; 2 four-cylinder, one V6 gasoline engine options, with diesel in the works

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GM says the ATS will be able to deliver peak highway fuel economy of more than 30 mpg. Increased efficiency in the new four-cylinders was achieved partly through lower engine friction, which was reduced by up to 16% using new technologies such as a variable-displacement oil pump and, with the 2.5L, an actively controlled thermostat.

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Mercedes-AMG brings cylinder deactivation to 5.5L V8; 30% reduction in fuel consumption

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Distinguishing features versus the M157 include new intake air ducting, new cylinder heads, the modified valve drive, an adapted oil supply system and an optimized crankcase. The cylinder shut-off system is enabled by an engine management system with 16 hydraulic actuators and a complex oil supply system in the cylinder head.

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Cadillac launches new V-6 family; 3.0L Twin Turbo w/ cylinder deactivation and stop/start for CT6

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Twin Turbo is the only six-cylinder engine to combine turbocharging with cylinder deactivation and stop/start technologies to conserve fuel. Cadillac expects the combination to enhance fuel economy by up to an estimated 6%. All-new oiling system moves the pump inside the block for quieter operation. Twin Turbo and 3.6L

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