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U.S. sales advance 8% as Nissan, Ford, Chrysler set pace
He cited Colorado's improving economy and Colorado Spring's stable military presence as factors driving volume. Fuel economy also remains a top priority for consumers, Gonzales said, which is helping to drive sales of the Ford Focus small
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Reuss: Rapid Malibu redo shows new GM mind-set
recently launched Impala. GM also is adding an engine shut-off system for stop-start traffic, which should boost fuel economy 5 percent in city driving. And to address a key complaint about the 2013 Malibu, GM used several tricks to squeeze
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Cruze woos VW fans with 46-mpg diesel
to tempt some mainstream buyers who simply want good fuel economy . If that happens, GM probably would add a less expensive ..... for cost-conscious buyers more interested in good fuel economy than in being an early adopter. The 27 mpg rating in
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Chrysler Group offers dealers more training on diesels
work expands at the dealership. "There is no question that the future of vehicles in the country that have improved fuel economy will be diesel, but it also takes a special talent to work on these vehicles," Miller said. The store, which averages
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Bosch sees opportunity in automated driving
Richard Truett. Q: Can automated cars improve fuel economy ? A: Driver assist does have a fuel economy potential. One study in Europe showed that ..... hard as some drivers would do it -- brings fuel economy up 3 percent. Now if we add more sophisticated
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Malibu's Urgent Overhaul (5/31/13)
boulder grill it resembles the one on the new Chevry Impala the targets a stop start system and with it better city fuel economy . And GM added an inch and a quarter of these base in the backseat. Typically auto makers mid cycle enhancements come
Impala the targets a stop start system and with it better city fuel economy . And GM added an inch and a quarter of these base in the backseat. Typically auto makers mid cycle enhancements come three -
Chevy's rushed redo boosts Malibu space, mileage for 2014
recently launched Impala. GM is also adding an engine shut-off system for stop-start traffic, which should boost fuel economy 5 percent in city driving. And to address a key complaint against the 2013 model, GM used several tricks to squeeze
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Rechtin Examines the Acura MDX
cargo area. Under the and it's no use 3.5 liter 290 horsepower or streams the sixth mean to a six speed automatic. Fuel economy has jumped to 20/20 MPG for we will try to set up an 1827. All wheel drive. Along the front MacPherson strut suspension
290 horsepower or streams the sixth mean to a six speed automatic. Fuel economy has jumped to 20/20 MPG for we will try to set up an 1827. All wheel drive. Along the front MacPherson strut -
Ford Sees Growth in SUVs (5/30/13)
that's not the only reason sitting above traffic. And putting people in the view goods but the real breakthrough was fuel economy . Also eating Ford the launch of the escape called the cougar outside North America in China. The US Consumer Financial
people in the view -- -- goods but the real breakthrough was fuel economy . Also eating Ford the launch of the escape called the cougar outside North America in China. The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau -
Ford small SUVs going global in bet that growth continues
looking for both cargo space and fuel economy . Diminutive utilities are making ..... But the real breakthrough was the fuel economy ." Global deliveries of SUVs ..... only with more room and similar fuel economy . Merkle said: "The world's
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GM unwraps Sierra Denali; pegs 6.2-liter engine at 420 hp
liter V-6, will roll out by fall. GM said that prices for the Denali, as well as official horsepower, torque and fuel economy ratings for the 6.2 liter engine, will be announced later. For the first time on the Sierra Denali, the 6.2
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Jaguar's 3-series fighter
recently. The sedan, which may be called the XS or the Q-Type, is expected in 2015. Jaguar likely will use a new lightweight aluminum architecture to save weight and improve fuel economy . A coupe and convertible have been rumored.
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Mercedes gives Sprinter safety tech
combined with a seven-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy is expected to be 18 percent better than today's standard ..... and is available only with a five-speed automatic. Fuel economy for the current lineup varies depending on the model
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F1: Turbo tutorial for Honda?
high expectations." Honda engineers have said adding turbochargers is expected to be the next step in improving the fuel economy of Honda's new line of direct fuel-injected Earth Dreams engines. They considered using a downsized turbo on the
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Indy engines shrink, just like those in showrooms
president of product development. "The technology of turbocharging and downsizing can help us meet CAFE and customer fuel - economy expectations," St. Cyr said. Racing engines run on a blend of E-85 fuel that is close to what is sold at many
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A good GM diesel car ... has hell frozen over?
different breed. But after driving it, I think Chevy has a much broader opportunity: anyone who wants really good fuel economy that actually meets or exceeds the EPA rating. The Cruze diesel is rated at 27 in city driving and 46 mpg on the highway
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Clues to the next Wrangler: See the want ads
at highway speeds and increase fuel economy . I would also look for the Wrangler ..... and with it, the Wrangler's fuel economy . In many ways, the next Wrangler ..... tightening corporate average fuel economy standards. It's going to be
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U.S. auto sales will bounce back this month, forecasters say
car buyers and lessees has increased only 3 percent," he said. "Consumers can purchase new vehicles with improved fuel economy , safety and technology at an affordable monthly payment."
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Michael Stanton, longtime D.C. advocate for automakers, to retire in 2014
a lead negotiator on behalf of automakers regarding fuel - economy rules. He spearheaded automakers' successful push ..... infrastructure technology under development. And of course, fuel economy rules will continue to be an important topic; the administration
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Lutz's VL Automotive, Chinese supplier bid for Fisker, report says
ground-breaking and soon to be adopted by many of the leading manufacturers as they seek to meet stringent CO2 and fuel economy rules. "Introduced at the height of the 'green car' craze, fueled by 'reliable' predictions of 'peak oil' and