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Schaeffler supplying modular hybrid transmission to 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Lincoln Aviator

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Rear-wheel-drive-equipped Explorer Limited Hybrid has an EPA-estimated rating of 27 mpg city /29 mpg highway/28 mpg combined, while a four-wheel-drive version has an EPA-estimated rating of 23 mpg city/26 mpg highway/25 mpg combined. Explorer Limited Hybrid featuring a 3.3-liter liter EcoBoost engine.

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Acura introduces three new vehicles at Detroit show; two hybrid powertrains

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and manufactured in Ohio, at a yet-to-be-named facility. Utilizing an unique 2 Electric Motor Drive Unit with a bilateral torque adjustable control system, the all-new hybrid all-wheel-drive system can instantly generate negative or positive torque to the front wheels during cornering. L/100km) and 28 mpg on the highway (8.4

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Parker Hannifin gaining traction with RunWise HD hydraulic hybrid; developing CNG-based HD system, next-gen MD system

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The brake energy recovery system converts the vehicle’s kinetic energy into stored energy by compressing nitrogen gas in a storage device called an accumulator. The hydraulic hybrid system consists of: Two high-pressure hydraulic pump/motors. As motors they accept high-pressure oil and deliver mechanical energy to drive the vehicle.

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Road Test: 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD Prestige

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Silent Propulsion The all-wheel drive GV70 EV comes with twin electric motors, front and rear, each producing 160 kW of power for a combined 429 horsepower (hp) and 483 pound-feet of torque. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. Added speed (and a thrill!)

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Details on GM’s new efficient top-end 8-speed automatic

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The resultant on-axis transmission architecture utilizes a squashed torque converter; an off-axis pump; and four close-coupled gearsets. In the 2015 Corvette Stingray, the new 8-speed enables a class-leading 29-mpg (8.1 Unique clutch and torque converter specifications matched to the torque capacity of the Stingray’s LT1 6.2L

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Chevrolet introduces new Cruze; new 1.4L EcoTec turbo, new 1.6L diesel coming to US in 2017

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turbocharged direct injection engine (for North America) helps enable a General Motors-estimated 40 mpg (5.88 A variable-flow oiling system helps maximize fuel efficiency, contributing to GM’s estimated 40 mpg highway. The 6T35 will be built at GM’s transmission facility in Toledo, Ohio. A new, standard 1.4L

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Proposed Changes to the Federal EV Tax Credit Passed by the House of Representatives

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To date, two manufacturers — Tesla and General Motors — saw the tax credit phaseout completely. The credit is not available for Tesla vehicles acquired after December 31, 2019 and General Motors EV purchased after March 31, 2020. Option to Convert the Tax Credit to a Time of Purchase Rebate. Effective Date: Jan 1, 2022.