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[World Auto News & Reviews] Carbon to use BMW turbodiesel for E7 cop car - World Auto News ...: Carbon Motors does not offer an exact fuel economy figure for their vehicle, but highway fuel economy reaches 36 miles per gallon in the BMW 335d - meaning the E7 should report something in the 30 mpg realm for the highway rating. BMW will also provide a six-speed automatic transmission with each diesel engine, and suggests a zero-to-60 mph time of approximately 6.5 seconds - going on to finish a quarter mile in 14.5 seconds.

[Automotive Digest] Automotive Digest: Sporty Fuel Sipping Versions of Focus and ...: Ford's European performance team also produced 225 hp Focus ST, which hits 62 mph in 6.8 seconds with normally aspirated version of RS engine

[Car SKY] Carbon Motors to use BMW diesel in new E7 police car | Car SKY: To optimize emission management, Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance incorporates an oxidation catalyst placed just downstream of the exhaust manifold with a diesel particulate filter housed in the same unit and a Selective Catalytic Reduction catalyst with urea injection. In addition to filtering out even the smallest particles from the flow of exhaust gases, this combination ensures effective reduction of nitric oxides (NOX) by way of a chemical reaction within the exhaust system initiated by the injection of a small dose of urea referred to as Diesel Exhaust Fluid.

[PROLIFIK-ONE] Lexus CT200h Confirmed for U.S. Release « PROLIFIK-ONE: CT 200h, with visible links to the LF-Ch compact hybrid concept that debuted at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show, was designed to be a fun-to-drive luxury vehicle that achieves high fuel efficiency.  The overall design combines sportiness, and elegance.  The low center of gravity design combines short front and rear overhangs with a lowered edge of the rear roof allowing the CT 200h to cut through the wind.  The grille and headlamps with standard LED daytime running lamps illustrate airflow with their three-dimensional arrowhead-shaped design cues, and strongly emphasize the unique, dynamic face of the CT 200h.  Like all Lexus hybrids, the CT 200h has a blue “L” logo in the center of its grille.

[egmCarTech] 2010 New York Preview: Lexus CT 200h to go on sale in the U.S. in ...: This layout positions functional equipment such as Remote Touch, the shift lever and steering wheel mounted audio controls close at hand, allowing the driver to operate them without having to change posture or divert attention from the road. The instrument panel, center cluster and console all make up what Lexus designers call advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI).

[Car Body Design - News] Valentin Technologies IngoCar preview: Wisconsin-based Valentin Technologies has released some design sketches that preview the IngoCar, a project of a five-seater mid-size vehicle with an innovative hybrid gasoline/hydraulic drive system that is claimed to achieve a 170 mpg fuel efficiency.

[Long-Term Road Tests] 2009 Mini E: Hugging Big Boxes for Miles: By comparison, when I drove from the mall to Carlsbad the previous day, I kept the Mini E at 80 mph almost the whole time I was on the I-5, going with the flow of traffic in the number-one lane. Adjusting for the time I spent off the freeway, I calculate I'd have averaged 84 miles on a full charge had I spent all my time on the freeway.

[Cars Reviews 2010] Best Diesel Powered Cars - car review: We recommend you don’t get the standard six-speed transmission as it simply does not pay either in better fuel mileage or drivability. Buy the automatic unit, which you can control with paddle shifters if you feel the need to exercise your decision making.

[CleanMPG.com - News Feed] Journalists Squeeze 2011 Ford Super Duty For Impressive Fuel ...: During the program, Ford challenged these reporters to a contest to see who could achieve the best fuel economy while driving the Ford-built 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 on an 80-mile stretch of surface roads and highways. The winning media team on the first round achieved 29.2 mpg and the second an astonishing 34 mpg!

[Car News Gossip] New Carbon Motors E7 Cop Car to use BMW Diesel Power | Car News Gossip: The start-up automaker has already announced that it will assemble the E7 at a facility in Connersville, Indiana, and says it already has received more than 10,000 production slot reservations from around the country for the police cruiser, which isn't expected to go into production until 2012 at the earliest. The car is outfitted with a number of police-specific features such as an automatic license plate recognition system, integrated light bars, an integrated, touch-screen computer system, rear hinged rear doors, and a rear seat that can be hosed out as needed.

[The Thrifty Mamaâ™] Will Driving Slower Use Less Gasoline?: However if you read the owners manual that came with your car it will tell you which speeds are best for the car you own since each is designed differently. If I keep me van between these speeds I average great milage but if I get hevy footed or use overdrive I can literally watch the gas gauge drop dramatically.

[Consumer Reports Cars Blog] Consumer Reports Cars Blog: Government report projects increasing ...: Today, automakers are looking to introduce the next wave of alternative-fuel cars, required by the upcoming CAFE standards that will raise average fuel economy requirements to 35.5 mph by 2016. With these improvements in fuel economy, .

[The Blog of Record] New Fuel Injection System Could Improve Cars' Fuel Efficiency by ...: Related posts: The Dead End of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars Fuel cell cars seem to have quietly .Obama Wants to Burden Auto Industry with Tougher National Fuel Economy Standards He also wants to allow states to set more stringent vehicle emissions and fuel efficiency standards than required by federal law.

[Reed Brothers Automotive Blog] Tips on How to Save Gas and Money « Reed Brothers Automotive Blog: Cost Savings: 19 cents, by reducing speed from 70 mph to 65 mph. Drive More Smoothly The more smoothly you accelerate and decelerate, the better your gas .

[Internetautoguide Blogs] 2011 Audi A8 Hybrid Sedan sets the Efficiency Standard | Auto News ...: The engine compartment cover with its high-gloss finish and the glass cover of the battery in the trunk also provide visual links to hybrid technology. And the illuminated doorsteps bear the “hybrid” insignia as an elegant touch to underscore the electric aspect whenever the doors are opened - using LED technology to minimize energy consumption.

[patsyracine] patsyracine » Archivo del Blog » How My Toyota Prius Performs: It’s how a hybrid car works that allows it to be so fuel efficient and that is the selling point in this era of higher gas prices, and in view of such menacing specters as global warming. With all that as the basis for creating hybrid cars in the first place and with all the emphasis on fuel economy, you would think that would be the first thing people ask about.

[The Car Connection] Frugal Shopper: Five Most Miserly Models - The Car Connection: Chevrolet Aveo LSMSRP, including destination: $12,685 (sedan)EPA Fuel Economy (city/hwy mpg): 27/35--The 2010 Chevy Aveo is far from one of TheCarConnection.com's favorite vehicles, but it's one of the best bargains for those looking for cheap, fuel-efficient transportation and a new-car warranty. Overall, the Aveo is an acceptable pick for those who plan to drive mostly in the city, but the ride becomes busy on the highway.

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