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NewsMarch 20, 2014

GM Goes Global With Efficient EcoTec Engines

General Motors developed 11 small-displacement EcoTec engines to power many of the automaker's highest-volume small cars and compact crossovers including the next-generation Chevrolet Cruze specifically tailored to China.

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NewsFebruary 28, 2014

Honda Expands Use of Two-Motor Hybrid System

Honda Motor Co. said it will expand use of its next-generation gasoline-electric hybrid system, following its decision to end production of the Insight Hybrid.

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NewsJanuary 15, 2014

2015 Ford F-150 Engine Optimized for Trucks

The 2.7L V-6 EcoBoost engine arriving in Ford's 2015 aluminum F-150 is a high-output, lightweight powerplant that's designed for the vehicle and provides V-8-level performance with greater efficiency, according to Ford.

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NewsJanuary 8, 2014

VW's Gasoline Mid-Size Sedan Gets 42 MPG

Volkswagen is introducing a mid-size sedan that will get 42 miles per gallon on the highway without burning diesel or using a hybrid powertrain, the automaker announced Wednesday.

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NewsDecember 12, 2013

Diesels Dominate Ward's Top '14 Engines

Three diesels, a 3-cylinder turbo, and a battery electric vehicle appeared on the 2014 Ward's 10 Best Engines list, which was released today.

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Articlesby StaffDecember 5, 2013

Spec'ing Medium-Duty Trucks for Maximum Resale

Fleets should consider engines, transmissions, upfits and color choices to maximize total cost of ownership.

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ArticlesSeptember 7, 2012

Navistar's Engine Plans Include Cummins

The automaker is switching its emissions-reduction strategy, moving to selective catalytic reduction starting with the 12.4L MaxxForce 13 diesel.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMay 7, 2012

Transmissions Drive Medium-Duty Truck Fuel Efficiency

A decade ago, a manual transmission always beat out an automatic, primarily because it was more efficient — but, times are changing.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Lauren FletcherJanuary 1, 2011

Ford’s All-New F-150 Powertrain Lineup Delivers on Fuel Economy

Ford engineers put the new powertrain lineup through a litany of tests to ensure complete compatibility with truck applications and durability.

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