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Second-generation Audi A7 Sportback features standard 48V MHEV system with gasoline or diesel engines

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TFSI (gasoline) or a 3.0 The new three-liter V6 exhaust end lies inside the 90° vee; the short gas paths and the twin scroll charger, which prevents unwanted interactions between the gas columns, guarantee spontaneous throttle response. The exhaust manifold is integrated in the cylinder head and bathed in coolant. lb), the 3.0

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Volvo introducing Pilot Assist II semi-autonomous drive tech as standard on MY2017 XC90

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When the driver accelerates rapidly, a valve opens and the compressed air is released into the exhaust manifold, feeding the turbo and creating an instant spool-up. PowerPulse takes fresh air via the air filter, compresses it and stores it in the tank. The air in the tank is topped up automatically. 60 Series cars.

Volvo 150
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DOE FY17 SBIR Phase I Release 2 topics include fuel cells, EV batteries, engines

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personal device—portable emergency hydrogen refueler that can be carried onboard the fuel cell electric vehicle, such as in the trunk, easily handled by the driver, and able to provide hydrogen to at least one stranded vehicle. Tech transfer: NO x Catalyst. The second is a.

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TNGA-based 2019 Toyota Avalon features new hybrid system

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The VVT-iW system is employed on the intake cycle, with VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing - Intelligent) activated on exhaust. inches) and high compression ratio (14:1); multi-hole direct fuel injectors; a variable cooling system; cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system; and a full variable oil pump. Drive personality.

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Rare Rides Icons: The Lincoln Mark Series Cars, Feeling Continental (Part XLVII)

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When the Mark VIII debuted for the 1993 model year with a daring and sleek new body and an interior to match , it was indicative of the forward-looking, modern direction of Lincoln’s personal luxury coupe. Instead focus was on a generous helping of luxury features, high-tech doo-dads, and a singular trim level. Sorry, Mr. Bill Blass.

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Toyota introduces new 2020 Highlander and hybrid at New York International Auto Show; TNGA-K platform

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Arriving in Toyota dealerships in winter, the Highlander gasoline model will arrive in December 2019 and the Highlander Hybrid will make its way to customers in February 2020. The gas engine employs Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and VVT-i on the exhaust camshaft.

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Road Test: 2023 Ranger Rover Sport Autobiography Plug-In Hybrid

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Smooth, Powerful, Efficient Plug-in hybrid engine technology uses a 105-kW electric motor in conjunction with the gasoline engine, but unlike a traditional hybrid, it can run solely on electricity. liter PHEV is rated at 21 mpg combinimg gasoline and electricity. All the luxury and tech you’d expect The Range Rover Sport has 8.5-inches

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