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Fuel-Cell Cars: All Ramped Up With No Place to Go?
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.What good is a hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle without hydrogen?The fuel-cell buzz has picked up considerably since Hyundai rolled out its Tucson...
By Jim Irwin • Dec. 18, 2014 -
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Toyota Mirai Mixed Bag
The FCV’s fun-to-drive nature is a surprise, but so is the compressor noise and limited passenger space.
Dec. 18, 2014 -
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Variety Distinguishes 2015 Ward’s 10 Best Engines
WardsAuto editors evaluated 36 all-new or improved powertrains before settling on the winners: two V-8s, a diesel V-6, three 4-cyl. turbos, two 3-cyl. turbos, a battery-electric vehicle and a hydrogen-powered fuel cell.
Dec. 10, 2014 -
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Euro Fuel-Economy, Emissions Tests Get Failing Grade
A transportation group promoting sustainable development claims the difference between real-world fuel consumption and automakers’ claims widened from 8% in 2001 to 31% in 2013 and without action is likely to exceed 50% by 2020.
By Alan Osborn • Dec. 4, 2014 -
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Coming to an EV Near You: Multi-Speed Transmissions
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.GREENVILLE, SC – There aren’t a lot of transmission options for automakers developing a new electric vehicle.In this age of 8- and 9-speed a...
By Tom Murphy • Dec. 2, 2014 -
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Volvo S60 T6 Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2015
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.The Volvo S60 T6 supercharged/turbocharged 2.0L 4-cyl., driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 37 contenders for the 2015 Ward's 10 Best Eng...
Dec. 1, 2014 -
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EVs in Contention for 10 Best Engines
Seven electrified powertrains are in the running for the 2015 Ward’s 10 Best Engines competition. In this Under the Hood installment, we look at the Fiat 500e, Kia Soul, VW e-Golf and BMW i3 EVs, as well as the extended-range i3.
Nov. 26, 2014 -
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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles Next Chip in CO2 Credit Game
In 2017, California’s emissions rules will change and FCVs will carry the traveling credits automakers use to remain 50-state compliant. The rule change could lead to a shift in OEM capital investment.
By James M. Amend • Nov. 24, 2014 -
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Mitsubishi Reiterates Commitment to U.S, Unveils PHEV Concept
The concept shown here, the XR PHEV, has design language that will appear on ’16 Mitsubishi CUVs, including a production model debuting at the 2015 New York auto show.
Nov. 21, 2014 -
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Scion: FR-S Convertible, Turbo Engine Not Happening
Scion: FR-S Convertible, Turbo Engine Not Happening
Nov. 21, 2014 -
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Chevrolet Cruze Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2015
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.The Chevrolet Cruze 2.0L 4-cyl turbodiesel, driven by editor James Amend, is one of 37 contenders for the 2015 Ward's 10 Best Engines compet...
Nov. 20, 2014 -
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GM Says Consumers to Decide Future of Chevy Colorado ZR2
GM says it will study public reaction to the concept before deciding whether the Colorado ZR2 could be added to the Chevy stable, but it would appear a likely candidate to expand the midsize pickup line down the road.
By David Zoia Editor • Nov. 19, 2014 -
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Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Test Drive for Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2015
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.The Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat 6.2L Supercharged V-8, driven by editor Tom Murphy, is one of 37 contenders for the 2015 Ward's 10 Best Eng...
Nov. 19, 2014 -
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New Small Pickups: More Than Just Fuel-Economy Play
How come we are not getting back to levels of the previous LV sales peak in 2006? The best answer to that question is the underperformance of pickups, especially the untapped potential of small pickups.
By Warren P. Browne • Nov. 17, 2014 -
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Toyota Chief Drives Final Leg of Cross-Oz Test Drive
Akio Toyoda calls the 10-week test drive an invaluable learning experience, allowing employees and executives involved in global development of Toyota vehicles to refine their skills so they can create ever-better cars.
By Alan Harman • Nov. 14, 2014 -
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North America Light-Vehicle Production Sets October Record
Several manufacturers reached best-ever results in the month, and light-truck production continues to grow.
By Erin Sunde • Nov. 13, 2014 -
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Kia Sedona Still a Minivan, But a Good One
Kia’s first new Sedona is nearly nine years is an intriguing, modern interpretation of the family workhorse.
Nov. 10, 2014 -
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Ward’s 10 Best Engines Facing Diversity Training
Our pool of 38 nominees for 2015 includes internal-combustion engines powered by three, four, five, six and eight cylinders. We’re looking at five diesels; two hybrids; five electric vehicles; a boxer; a CNG flex-fuel V-6, an extended-range EV and a hydrogen-powered fuel cell.
Nov. 6, 2014 -
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Mercedes Sprinter Van-tastic Off-Road
For ’15, the fullsize cargo van adds 4-wheel drive and improved electronic stability control to mitigate heavy winds and prevent rollover during extreme evasive maneuvers. Mercedes also prepares to launch a midsize van.
Nov. 5, 2014 -
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Ultracap Supplier Maxwell Awarded Stop/Start Development Deal
The 19-month program will focus on creating a 12-volt system that combines lithium-ion batteries and Maxwell’s ultracapacitors and includes the development of a next-generation capacitor.
By WardsAuto Staff • Nov. 3, 2014 -
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JLR Christens New U.K. Engine Plant
Production officially will start with the 2.0L diesel that will roll off the line early next year, destined for the new Jaguar XE.
By Alan Harman • Oct. 31, 2014 -
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GM Goes Clean Sheet in Engineering Chevy Volt’s Second-Gen Powertrain
Placed side-by-side, the new and old systems present a stunning visual. Despite a small increase in the displacement of the gasoline engine from 1.4L to 1.5L the overall package is reduced markedly in volume and has shed about 130 lbs.
By David Zoia Editor • Oct. 30, 2014 -
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What Dealers Should Know About Big Data
Everybody talks about it, but what is it exactly?
By Dan Smith • Oct. 29, 2014 -
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TRW Launches New-Gen Electric Power-Steering Systems
The technology is based on a modular and scalable architecture which allows for greater freedom of packaging and design for a broad range of applications and helps lower lifecycle costs, the supplier says.
By WardsAuto Staff • Oct. 28, 2014 -
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Why $3 Gasoline Problematic
“If gas continues to go significantly below $3 a gallon, it’s not going to make electric vehicles more affordable,” says Ford’s Jim Buczkowski, whose company twice has cut the price of the Focus EV.
Oct. 27, 2014
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