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Fallbrook Technologies Inc. developing variable speed supercharger drive using its CVP technology

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NuVinci prototypes designed for use in an OEM application have also passed automotive class durability testing by the tier one supplier. The demonstration car is a 2008 Mustang Bullitt, equipped with a ProCharger supercharger, and a NuVinci DeltaSeries continuously. Simulated performance of downsized 2.0L Click to enlarge.

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California ARB amends diesel rules to reduce cost of compliance

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Approved in December 2008, this regulation will clean up emissions from the nearly one million heavy duty diesel trucks that operate in California. Expand credits for fleet downsizing, adding cleaner vehicles ahead of any regulatory requirements, and for installation of early retrofits. —ARB Chairman Mary D.

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Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

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The new Focus will be one of up to 10 unique models to be built from Ford’s new global C-car platform, which is expected to generate total sales in all regions of 2 million units annually by 2012—a doubling Ford’s 2008 C-car volumes. “People downsize cars, not expectations.

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Lotus Omnivore Engine Shows Up To 10% Better Fuel Economy Than Spray-Guided GDI Engines; Achieves HCCI At Extremely Light Loads

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A multi-cylinder version is practical for a wide variety of vehicles and offers greatest benefit to C and D class passenger cars which can take advantage of the low cost architecture and significantly improved fuel economy and emissions. 1] Coltman, D., Turner, J.W.G., Holland, B., Pearson, R.J., and Nuglisch, H. Luckert, A. Waltner, E.

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NRC releases second report on 21st Century Truck Partnership

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The Phase 2 review follows on the original NRC Phase 1 review of the Partnership conducted in 2007 and resulting in a report issued in 2008. Three projects have been selected for awards under the DOE’s SuperTruck program ( earlier post ) to improve the fuel efficiency of Class 8 long-haul freight trucks. Earlier post.). Finding 6-4.

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