Hybrid cars surge as auto shows push green power
The piece details rising hybrid sales led by Toyota Prius with 107,887 U S units in 2005, surpassing Suzuki and Isuzu combined and nearing Mitsubishi totals. It notes Detroit and LA shows shaping demand, Ford and GM hybrid plans, Audi and Honda models, and the benefits and costs of hybrid tech.
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Ask About Coasting Shifts Cylinder Deactivation and Tuning
Reader asks about coasting in gear to stop and its effect on brakes and economy. Answers say coast in gear for mild engine holdback, downshift on long grades for extra torque, and use brakes for level stops to save transmission. Cylinder deactivation boosts economy under low load with minor roughness masked by mounts and noise cancellation. device indicators and customer feedback suggested to DaimlerChrysler. Contact DaimlerChrysler online or by 800 number with suggestions.
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Vehigee Tyres onnn Engine Features Power and Efficiency
The vehicle lists a 5 liter V6 engine producing 201 horsepower and 216 pound feet of torque. Fuel economy estimates are 18 miles per gallon city and 25 mpg highway.
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