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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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The final SuperTruck demonstrator ran a five-day, 312-mile (502-kilometer) roundtrip route on Texas Interstate 35 between San Antonio and Dallas, at a weight of 65,000 lbs (29,484 kg) GVWR at a speed of 65 mph (105 km/h), where it achieved an average result of 12.2 mpg (19.26 Detroit rear axles were upgraded for the Freightliner SuperTruck.

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Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

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On a 68-mile run, setting the adaptive cruise control at 65 mph and after fully charging the battery, we averaged 58 mpg. If you want extra oomph, select the Excite mode and expect 0-60 mph times of 6.6 The bumper, with a flat top, sits above the dual exhaust chrome tips. A capable and efficient engine. A family resemblance.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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If you want extra oomph select the Sport mode where we were able to get 0-60 mph times of 8.3 The bumper, with a flat top and a skid-resistance surface, incorporates dual exhaust tips. The drive and power modes described above present several options for tailored driving. A contender in a crowded field.

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VW introducing 1.8L EA888 Gen 3 engine in 2014 Jetta, Passat and Beetle; driving impressions

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Key advances for Gen 3 are in weight reduction, friction reduction, and the internal exhaust cooling system. now goes from 0 to 60 mph in a manufacturer estimated 7.3 Like its predecessor, the engine has a cast-iron cylinder block and an aluminum-alloy cylinder head which now has the exhaust headers cast integrally. MQB and MLB.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy 2.5T AWD

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The “wet” part of the Santa Fe’s DCT means it uses oil to improve lubrication and cooling. A “dry” DCT does not use oil, but is the more fuel efficient of the two types. We did a bit better on a 110-mile freeway run, with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 30.7

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Aviat, Aviation Foundation unveil concept CNG-fueled single-engine aircraft

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The 200 hp Lycoming four-cylinder engine power the aircraft with a cruise speed of 143 mph. Engine oil remains significantly cleaner therefore improving engine life, while aircraft performance is enhanced as CNG typically burns 138 octane versus the current 100 octane of aviation gasoline. pilot and 70 lbs. Aviat Aircraft of Afton, Wy.,

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