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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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GM will introduce a strong hybrid version of the next-generation Malibu. Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR.

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XL Fleet partners with NFI’s ARBOC to offer hybrid electric bus option

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The wheelchair-accessible buses are built on the GM 4500 chassis and are now available for purchase with an installed XL Hybrid system through the ARBOC North American dealer network. XL Fleet Corp. and ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., Through the partnership, 24 ft. Through the partnership, 24 ft.

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Hagens Berman files class-action fuel economy and emissions lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler and Cummins over SCR defect in RAM 2500 and 3500 diesels

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The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. When the SCR system breaks down, the filter gets clogged, requiring more fuel to be injected to burn it off, according to the complaint.

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GM mid-size pickups EPA-rated at 27 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined

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The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon ( earlier post ) will offer segment-leading highway fuel efficiency for four-cylinder mid-size pickup trucks, according to EPA fuel economy estimates. No competitor in the segment offers more payload capacity than the Colorado or Canyon, GM noted. EPA fuel econ estimates.

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2018 Chevy Equinox drops almost 400 lbs; about 10% of mass

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turbo engine offers a balance of fuel efficiency and performance. turbo engine option is available in dealers now, while the 2.0L turbo engine option hits dealer lots later this month. Fuel economy. diesel model offers a GM-estimated 40 mpg highway fuel efficiency. turbo and 2.0L The Equinox’s new 1.6L

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Cash for Clunkers By the Numbers

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The US Cash for Clunkers program (CARS) ended Tuesday night with 690,114 dealer transaction submitted worth $2,877.9 The average fuel economy of the vehicles traded in was 15.8 mpg and the average fuel economy of vehicles purchased is 24.9 Tags: Fuel Efficiency Policy Sales. mpg: a 58% improvement.

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Hyundai doubles IONIQ 5 lease deal with up to $15,000 off

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2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 up to $15,000 off in new lease deal Hyundai (including Kia) surpassed Ford and GM to become the second top-selling EV brand in the US, behind only Tesla in the US through the third quarter of 2023. In a recent memo sent to dealers, Hyundai said the IONIQ 5 is now eligible for up to $15,000 off in savings when leasing.

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