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    Second Time’s the Charm for Accord Hybrid

    The first Accord Hybrid "pales in comparison" with the new model in terms of technology and fuel economy, Honda's U.S. sales chief says.

    Feb. 3, 2012
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    Honda to Invest $98 Million in Ohio Engine Plant

    The Anna plant will make high-tech pulley components for the new CVT, which the auto maker says is part of its “Earth Dreams” powertrain-technology lineup, set to be deployed for the first time in the U.S. in the ’13 Honda Accord.

    By By WardsAuto Staff • Feb. 1, 2012
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    Small XV Crosstrek Expands Subaru Lineup

    Considering Subaru’s investment in the XV Crosstrek CUV is minimal because up to 90% of its parts are shared with the all-new Impreza, the nothing-to-lose strategy could pay off handsomely.

    Jan. 30, 2012
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    Tata Technologies Touts Engineering Prowess With Tiny eMo Car

    “This is a landmark event for the Indian engineering-services industry,” COO Warren Harris says of the eMo. “It is mature enough to make a major contribution to engineering in the world.”

    By William Diem • Jan. 26, 2012
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    Audi to Position Q5 Diesel for Performance, Hybrid for Fuel Economy

    In the European driving cycle, the Q5 gets better mileage with the 2.0L turbodiesel than its hybrid powertrain, so Audi will market the CUV with the bigger 3.0L V-6 diesel in the U.S. instead.

    By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 26, 2012
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    Subaru BRZ Lives Up to Hype

    The Japanese auto maker’s new RWD model, co-developed with Toyota, is light, fast and fun. But can it break the dreaded sports-car curse and stick around?

    Jan. 23, 2012
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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
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    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
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    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
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    Audi A6 - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    BMW 335i Coupe - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    Introduction - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    Ford Mustang Boss 302 - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    Hyundai Accent - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    Buick Regal - 2012 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ceremony

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    Jan. 12, 2012
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    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
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    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 Jan. 10, 2012
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    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
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    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
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Audi A6 3.0L V-6

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    Jan. 6, 2012
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: BMW 2.0L N20 Turbocharged DOHC I-4

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    Jan. 6, 2012
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: BMW 3.0L N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6

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    Jan. 6, 2012
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Chrysler 3.6L DOHC Pentastar V-6

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    Jan. 6, 2012
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Ford 2.0L EcoBoost DOHC I-4

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    Jan. 6, 2012
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    Ward’s 10 Best Engines: Ford 5.0L DOHC V-8

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    Jan. 6, 2012