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2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Review – Still Got It

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But otherwise, the LC 500 convertible feels as fresh as ever. Usually, convertible versions of sports coupes suffer from chassis flex and wind/road noise and the like, but this car doesn’t, at least for the most part – you might get some chassis flex when hitting a severe enough bump, but it’s rare.

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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. The cylinder head, injection system, turbocharger and catalytic converter were modified accordingly for the CNG engine. The A3 Sportback 30 g-tron 1.5 lb-ft) of torque between 1,400 and 4,000 rpm.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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87 mph, when the maximum speed of the electric motor would be reached at approx. Electric drive mode: all-electric driving from a standstill up to 81 mph, the combustion engine always remains switched off. Individual drive mode: individual customization of the drive, transmission, AMG DYNAMICS, chassis, steering and exhaust system.

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Mercedes-AMG Brings Entry-Trim SL 43 to America

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Let’s be clear: this so-called ‘entry’ model of the tremendous SL roadster still costs six figures and has just 14 fewer horsepower than the vaunted R129-era V12 convertible – despite having precisely one-third the number of cylinders. turbocharged engine breathed upon by AMG and featuring an electric exhaust gas turbocharger.

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. The two overhead camshafts actuate 16 intake and exhaust valves. 20 mph (32 km/h).

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GM details 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid powertrain design and operation

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The new engine is fitted with an exhaust gas heat recovery (EGHR) system. The engine—dedicated to the hybrid system—features cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)to reduce pumping losses, and incorporates a hybrid dedicated combustion system with relatively high compression ratio of 11.5:1. Features of the new 1.8-liter

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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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It includes a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, an electric water pump, a low-friction distribution chain, an intake manifold made of a composite material and a compact exhaust manifold. In addition, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines. liter Prius engine and also 17 kg (37.5

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