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BMW Group presents prototype of i8 plug-in hybrid; first use of new 3-cylinder engine

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Plug-in hybrid system of the i8: 3-cylinder engine in the rear, battery in the center, eDrive unit in the front. liter BMW TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine; and intelligent energy management. liter BMW TwinPower Turbo engine—making its debut in this model—combined with BMW eDrive technology. Click to enlarge.

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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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Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. The combustion engine shuts down and the desired speed is maintained by the electric? In 2009, Mercedes-Benz introduced the S 400 HYBRID. Earlier post.).

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Redesigned Audi A6 launching with choice of five engines; hybrid to come

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Audi’s redesigned executive-class A6 will offer a choice of four- and six-cylinder powerplants at launch in early 2011: two gasoline engines and three TDI units. Each of these engines makes use of technologies from the Audi modular efficiency platform. Key data (with multitronic): 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 7.7

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

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The e:HEV system is newly developed for Jazz and engineered to deliver an enjoyable driving experience. liter DOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine, a lithium-ion battery and an innovative fixed-gear transmission via an intelligent power control unit. seconds and on to a maximum speed of 175 km/h (109 mph).

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Citroën introducing its electric MPV: ë-SpaceTourer

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Maximum speed is 130 km/h (81 mph) in all drive modes (Eco, Normal, Power). Two energy recovery modes under braking are available: Standard for a feel close to that of a conventional engine vehicle, Enhanced for increased deceleration when releasing the accelerator pedal. Available in a choice of 3 lengths (XS: 4.60 m - M: 4.95

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Jaguar Introduces C-X75 Gas Micro-turbine Extended Range Electric Vehicle Concept

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The plug-in, electric drive supercar has an all-electric range of 110 km (68 miles) plus a potential top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph), acceleration from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds, and 80-145 km/h (50-90 mph) in 2.3 Tags: Electric (Battery) Engines Plug-ins. Additionally, up to 50% of the metal content is recycled.

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New Engines for Mercedes S-Class; First 4-Cylinder Engine Delivers 5.7 L/100km Fuel Consumption

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Mercedes-Benz is introducing four new diesel and gasoline engines for its luxury S-Class, including the first four-cylinder engine in its almost 60-year history, the S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY diesel. seconds, and attains a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). seconds, and attains a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph).

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