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BluE Nexus’s first eAxle adopted on Toyota’s bZ4X EV

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BluE’s first eAxle has achieved excellent dynamic performance and downsizing and helps vehicles increase their electric mileage. AISIN has developed and produced more than 5 million electric units since the launch of its first hybrid transmission in 2004. Earlier post.)

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Ford focusing NA growth plans on “super segment”

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As recently as 2004, super segment sales were only 35% of the market. Ford expects more growth in the super segment, as baby boomers continue to downsize their vehicle purchases and first-time millennial buyers enter the market. Last month, Ford’s hybrid and EV sales captured 17% of that segment, up from 5% in February 2012.

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CAM/PwC name Volkswagen Group most innovative global automotive company, Mercedes-Benz most innovative brand

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The CAM/PwC study highlighted such optimization measures as downsizing in combination with turbocharging and cylinder deactivation. Along with hybrid models from Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen, the Group also offers a number of natural gas powered models. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, who founded the institute in April 2004. and the e-Golf.

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Achates OPGCI project targeting 50% fuel efficiency gains over downsized GDI engine at reduced cost

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The engine should yield fuel efficiency gains of more than 50% compared to a downsized, turbo-charged gasoline direct injection engine, while reducing the overall cost of the powertrain system, said Fabien Redon, Vice President, Technology Development at Achates Power. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Fabien Redon.

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SwRI simulations indicate Scuderi split-cycle engine consumes 25% less fuel than comparable conventional engine in Cavalier; 36% reduction with hybrid configuration

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two split pairs) operating in a 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would consume 25% less fuel under the FTP (Federal Test Procedure) than the comparable standard gasoline engine, while matching power and torque. A naturally aspirated Scuderi Air-Hybrid configuration consumes 30-36% less fuel under similar drive conditions, the simulations found.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", No announced plans.

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Achates Power opposed-piston diesel for TARDEC will demonstrate multi-cylinder configuration

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Achates Power was formed in 2004 to modernize the opposed-piston engine, and is specifically targeting the commercial and passenger vehicle markets. a high-speed generator in hybrid drive applications. The A48 engine in Achates’ test cell was developed on an 80mm bore, Johnson said; the TARDEC application will be a bit downsized.

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