Vehicles: Page 163
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Mazda3 Hints at Things to Come
Mazda3 is the first model to feature the auto maker’s new Skyactiv technology, which it says redefines conventional engineering methods.
By Byron Pope • Jan. 19, 2012 -
KSPG Preps EREV Concept for Summer Test Drives
Power for the concept, developed by KSPG and FEV, comes from a V-2 gasoline engine. Two generators power the battery and feed an electric motor, which drives the wheels.
Jan. 18, 2012 -
Mercedes to Ponder Engine Exports From U.S.
“In the future, we will have more competition between plants,” says Daimler management board member Thomas Weber.
By Eric Mayne 1 • Jan. 17, 2012 -
Audi A6 - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
Introduction - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
BMW 335i Coupe - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
Ford Mustang Boss 302 - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
Hyundai Accent - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
Buick Regal - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony
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Jan. 12, 2012 -
Tigershark Spells End of World Engine
The legendary Hemi’s history puts the V-8 family in a class by itself, but Chrysler watchers should not rule out the possibility that vehicles might someday feature Tigershark badges.
By Eric Mayne 1 • Jan. 11, 2012 -
Big-Engine Builder Bentley Thinks Smaller
The ultra-luxury auto maker debuts two models with V-8 engines meant to expand its customer base.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 10, 2012 -
Chrysler’s Marchionne Hints at Diesel Proliferation
Don’t expect a diesel-powered car, the auto maker’s CEO says. The North American consumer appetite for diesel technology begins and ends with light trucks.
By Eric Mayne 1 • Jan. 10, 2012 -
Fuel Efficiency Drives Schaeffler’s Growth
A Schaeffler executive says the supplier is in advanced development of its electric axle for various customers, likely for production by 2014.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Audi A6 3.0L V-6
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: BMW 2.0L N20 Turbocharged DOHC I-4
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: BMW 3.0L N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Chrysler 3.6L DOHC Pentastar V-6
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Ford 2.0L EcoBoost DOHC I-4
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Ford 5.0L DOHC V-8
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Hyundai 1.6L DOHC I-4
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Mazda 2.0L Skyactiv DOHC I-4
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Nissan 3.5L DOHC V-6 HEV
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Jan. 6, 2012 -
Ward’s 10 Best Engines, Version 2.0
Four of this year’s winning engines are 2.0L in size. With downsizing taking root, the 2.0L displacement soon will be as common as black in a Model T showroom.
Jan. 6, 2012 -
For Most Electrified Vehicles, It’s One and Done
Of the 180 honors doled out over the 18-year history of Ward’s 10 Best Engines, half marked consecutive wins. Of that number, 89 were unencumbered by electric motors.
By Eric Mayne 1 • Jan. 6, 2012 -
2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Quick Hits
A concise pro-and-con review of every engine evaluated as part of the 2012 competition.
Jan. 6, 2012