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

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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 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Lithium-Ion Battery System, 1.8L Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR.

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Volkswagen Millerized 1.5 TSI ACT BlueMotion gasoline engine offers diesel-like fuel economy; derivatives may be applied in hybrid systems

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Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. TSI ACT BlueMotion delivers 96 kW / 130 PS with combined fuel consumption of 4.8 In practice, the temporary engine shut-off reduces fuel consumption by up to 0.4 l/100 km (49 mpg US).

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Toyota boosts 2023 Corolla Hybrid; starting MSRP $1,250 lower than 2022 Corolla Hybrid

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The new Corolla SE Hybrid grades (FWD and AWD) inherit the Gas SE’s sport suspension and the firmer-feel Electronic Power Steering. liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder gas engine with two motor-generators through a planetary-type continuously variable transmission. The EPA combined fuel economy rating is 44 mpg.

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Toyota introduces new XSE Hybrid Grade Camry

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for XSE grade, which uses a dual-outlet exhaust). Most AWD grades have 202 hp, while the Camry XSE AWD grade has 205 hp with dual exhaust. The Camry’s four-cylinder engine uses a very high compression ratio (13:1) and Toyota’s innovative D-4S fuel injection, which employs both direct injection and additional port injectors.

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2019 Ram drops weight, gains 48V eTorque mild hybrid system

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With the engine running, eTorque’s motor generator unit feeds 48-volt current to a 330 watt-hour lithium-ion Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC)-Graphite battery. Cooling air is drawn from inside the truck and vented via the built-in cabin exhausters. The exhaust manifolds are cast integral with the cylinder heads.

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Chevrolet introduces 2016 Malibu; full hybrid option; 8-speed auto

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The Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 The 2016 Malibu is also longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency. EGHR improves engine warm up and ensures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. Earlier post.) An 80-cell, 1.5

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Nissan Outlines Fuel-Saving Technologies Launching in FY2010; New Engines, Transmission, Stop-Start System and Hybrid System

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class not including hybrid vehicles) fuel economy and CO 2 emissions. In Japan, the New March will be launched this month equipped with idling stop technology achieving a 26 km/L fuel economy (61 mpg US, 3.85 L/100km), followed by the Clean Diesel X-TRAIL with automatic transmission and the Fuga Hybrid luxury sedan.

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