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• Brake Assist
  '''Brake Assist''' (BA or BAS) is a generic term for an automobile braking technolog ...ass|SL-Class]]. In 1998 [[Mercedes-Benz]] became the first company to make Brake Assist standard equipment on all its models; other brands including [[Volvo
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• Belt Alternator Starter (BAS)
  ...ricity can then be used to restart the engine when the driver releases the brake pedal. ...neuver, the system will kick in and assist the engine in achieving maximum power.
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• Chevrolet Corsica
  | Power ...e V6 engine) gas-pressurized shock absorbers, stabilizer bars, quick-ratio power steering, and 15-inch tires. 1990 Corsicas got all new engines, the 95 hp
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• Manifold vacuum
  ...manifold vacuum is also used as an [[Automobile ancillary power|auxiliary power source]] to drive engine accessories. Manifold vacuum should not be confuse ...nternal combustion engine is an important factor determining the amount of power the engine generates. Most GASOLINE engines are controlled by limiting that
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• Variable geometry turbocharger
  ...sired level at all times. Some VGT implementations have been known to over-boost if a wastegate is not fitted. ...for the sliding vane type of turbocharger is as downstream engine exhaust brake (non-decompression type), so that an extra exhaust throttle valve isn't nee
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• Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)
  ...rcharged Engine|supercharger]], seamlessly kicking in to supply additional power. The motor/generator also functions as a high-speed starter and as a genera ...and it reduces the work required of the gasoline engine. The acceleration boost is important, as it allows the engine to be scaled down to a smaller but mo
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• Hybrid Synergy Drive
  ...Two-Mode-[[Hybrid Cars|Hybrid]] System is similar in that it combines the power from a single engine and two electric motors. To contrast, [[Honda]]'s ''In ...hanical connections of the system allow the computer to convert mechanical power from the engine between three forms: extra torque at the wheels (under cons
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• Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Review
  ...ts expect the new enhancements to this year's 2007 redesigned Silverado to boost interest and sales. The new Silverado is expected to go on sale October 20 ...at this will take away from its top-notch towing and hauling capabilities, power, or fuel economy. The popular 315-[[horsepower]] 5.3-liter [[V8]] is just o
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• Lincoln LS
  ...s to offer an optional [[manual transmission]]. With its available [[V8]] power, [[rear wheel drive]], and near 50/50 weight distribution, the LS was an at ...dates. One notable addition was the first electronic push-button [[Parking brake]] installed in a production car, replacing the traditional center console m
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• Engine control unit
  ...e exact timing of the spark (called [[ignition timing]]) to provide better power and economy. If the ECU detects [[Engine knocking|knock]], a condition whic ...this idle load may come from HVAC systems, power steering systems, power brake systems, and electrical charging and supply systems. Engine temperature and
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• MINI Traveller Clubman
  |Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm ...]]. It will pack the standard 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine with a small boost pressure increase that will see output jump to 192hp from 175hp with peak t
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• Mercedes-Benz R171
  !Model!!Years!!Engine (code)!!Power, torque@rpm *Power-Folding Side Mirrors (limited markets)
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• Chevrolet Corvair engine
  ...out (from 2.6" to 2.94") displacing 164&nbsp;in (2.7&nbsp;L) for [[1964]]. Power output was boosted to 95&nbsp;hp (70&nbsp;kW) for the base model and 110&nb ...a modified vacuum advance device, on the specially curved distributor, as boost pressures built, ignition advance was progressively reduced to preclude det
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• Dodge Caliber SRT4
  | Power Kicker/[[SRT]] Livin' Loud audio system (late availability) at $1,190; power-express open/close sun roof at $795; and 19 x 7.5-inch polished aluminum SR
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• Honda Pilot
  ...Cylinder Management technology, allowing it to utilize all 6 cylinders for power or 4 or 3 pots for economy. This means that although larger and more powerf ...ock braking system (ABS)]] and Electronic Brake Distribution ([[Electronic Brake-Force Distribution|EBD]])
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• Panoz Esperante
  |Power = 320 [[horsepower|hp]] (239 kW) @ 6,000 rpm<br>315 lb-ft (427 N·m) of [[t ...e for the base model. The GTLM, for example, uses a supercharger to boost power from 305 hp to 420 hp, raising performance from 0-62 in 5 seconds to 4 seco
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• Lancia Delta
  |Power = 120 hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm<br><br>150 hp @ N/A ...rs more interested in comfort and convenience than overall performance and power: the acquisition of [[Alfa Romeo]] in 1990 by Fiat meant that there was no
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• Shelby CSX
  |Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm<br>N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm The first Shelby CSX appeared in 1987. Power came from Shelby's intercooled [[Chrysler K engine#2.2 Turbo II|Turbo II]]
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• Mercedes-Benz W221
  | Power ...of the features are evolutions of previous Mercedes developments, such as Brake Assist and Pre-Safe. A short list is presented below.
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• Toyota 4Runner
  * 8-way power driver's seat * 8-way power driver's seat with memory
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