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AUGUST 4, 2011

This corresponds to a 23% reduction in fuel consumption and, therefore, CO 2 output.). Even after 120 years of non-stop development, the internal combustion engine still fails to utilize even close to the majority of the energy contained in the fuel. Extreme compression ratio rather than downsizing. Although downsizing—i.e.,

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The SKYACTIV-X combines the benefits of a spark-ignition gasoline engine—expansiveness at high rpms and cleaner exhaust emissions— with those of a compression-ignition diesel engine—superior initial response and fuel economy. The ideal (stoichiometric) air-fuel ratio is 14.7:1 In a vehicle with a 2.0L

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AUGUST 14, 2012

One locomotive in this series of 25 will be based in Roseville to test the combined use of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), and diesel particulate filtering (DPF). In 2008, EPA estimated the social cost of the new program (rail and marine) will be approximately $740 million in 2030. Earlier post.)

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California Emissions EPA Mariner 231

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JUNE 2, 2011

unit features: An offset crankshaft that helps improve fuel economy. Faster cylinder block warm-ups save fuel, especially in cold weather. An exhaust manifold cast into the cylinder head. The one-piece assembly lowers the temperature of the exhaust gases. It was Ford’s largest small car month since May 2008.

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JUNE 26, 2013

To generate a higher fuel injection pressure, DENSO redesigned components and used new materials. These changes allowed the fuel to atomize into finer droplets, which improved fuel ignition and combustion efficiency, resulting in increased fuel economy and cleaner exhaust emissions. Earlier post.).

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In that study, they found that fuel economy and power output can both be improved by increasing the compression ratio and applying exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) under low loads and by lowering the compression ratio and applying higher boost pressure under high loads. (In Croguennec, S. Hiyoshi, R., Takemura, S.,

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Infinity Engine Motor Motors 150

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

This initial application of Mazda’s SKYACTIV engine and transmission technologies—their first application in a production vehicle—will realize higher torque at low- and mid-range engine speeds resulting in better drivability with less fuel consumption in everyday driving. SKYACTIV-Drive AT. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

liter concept Theta turbocharged gasoline direct injection (GDI) four-cylinder engine capable of developing as much as 286 hp (213 kW) while and delivering more than 30 highway mpg at the Los Angeles Auto show in 2008. Theta II GDI, a high pressure fuel pump injects the fuel at pressures of up to 150 bar, in precise amounts and intervals.

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Hyundai Gasoline Engine Production 210

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AUGUST 20, 2011

The transmission is significantly more efficient than traditional torque-converter automatics, resulting in fuel economy levels and CO 2 emissions which are very close to those achieved with a manual gearbox. Helps to reduce fuel consumption by allowing lower engine speeds without unwanted NVH. These include: Hill Start Assist.

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Ford Europe Fuel Economy Sweden 225

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JULY 14, 2009

The system also adds continuous valve timing control on the exhaust side to conventional intake-side control, improving heat efficiency, reducing pumping losses and raising fuel efficiency by up to 4% (compared with Nissan gasoline-powered engines in the same class) in sync with the dual injectors.

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Nissan Engine Fuel Gasoline 150

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JANUARY 16, 2012

With five models, four of which are equipped with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel range starts at 87g/km of CO 2 (delivering fuel economy of 69 mpg US or 3.4 L/100km) and doesn’t exceed 99 g CO 2 /km. The 208 also introduces a new range of 3-cylinder gasoline engines, 1.0- mpg US or 4.3 208 gasoline range.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine France 236

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JUNE 25, 2009

According to statistics compiled by the German Motor Vehicle Registration Authority cited by BMW, the average fuel consumption of all BMW and MINI vehicles registered in Germany in 2008 is 5.9 Both figures are significantly lower than the average of all vehicles registered in Germany in 2008. Aerodynamic Test Center.

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BMW 2009 Engine Gasoline-Electric 199

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AUGUST 10, 2009

Many improvements in fleet fuel economy in Europe have been achieved through increased diesel market share, with the diesel market share in Europe now above 50%. That’s one of the reasons you get better scavenging, better scavenging of course gives you more fresh air that you can burn with the fuel. Direct injection fueling.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine Emissions 150

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JANUARY 11, 2010

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. Duratec I-4 unit while contributing to projected fuel economy gains of more than 10%.

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The National Academies have released a third review of the 21 st Century Truck Partnership (21CTP); the review follows the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reviews by the National Research Council in 2008 and 2012 ( earlier post ) and assesses the progress the partnership has made. In terms of fuel economy, the truck achieved 10.7

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MPG Miles 2009 Fuel 150

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Delphi Automotive has begun production of its advanced common rail technologies for heavy-duty diesel fuel injection equipment (FIE) that will meet the requirements of Euro VI and other demanding global emissions standards. The systems were previewed as a development project at the IAA in 2008. billion (US$4.7

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Production Diesel Engine Fuel 268

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AUGUST 30, 2009

Under this test program, Renergie will use variable blending pumps, not splash blending, to precisely dispense hydrous ethanol blends of E10, E20, E30, and E85 to test vehicles for the purpose of testing for blend optimization with respect to fuel economy, engine emissions, and vehicle drivability. C in the anhydrous state.

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MARCH 2, 2009

The Gen III Prius offers an EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy of 50 mpg (now revealed to comprise 50 mpg city and 49 mpg highway). This is about a 10% improvement in EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy over the older generation. An exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system has also been added. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 10, 2009

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. Tags: Engines Fuel Efficiency Fuels. Displacement. Compression ratio. 1] Coltman, D.,

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Fuel Economy Engine Light Fuel 218

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AUGUST 11, 2010

Each engine delivers improved fuel economy. liter EcoBoost engine joins the lineup early in 2011 ( earlier post ), the 2011 F-150 will have up to 20% better fuel economy compared with the outgoing 2010 F-150. Fuel economy improves up to 20% versus 2010 model year F-150 5.4-liter year-on-year.

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F-150 2011 2010 Ford 210

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With this in mind, Mazda is working on the comprehensive improvement of base technologies using SKYACTIV drive and promoting its Building-Block Strategy in order to meet the company’s stated goal for 2015 of raising the average fuel economy of Mazda vehicles sold worldwide by 30% compared with 2008 levels. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

On 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1 mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.). mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016.

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA 210

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million sold since it went on sale in 2008. They also feature an integrated aluminum cylinder head/exhaust manifold, which further reduces weight—an attribute that contributes to increased vehicle efficiency and a more favorable front-to-rear weight balance, for a more responsive driving experience. Cruze stats.

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Chevrolet Diesel 2017 Oil-Sands 150

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MAY 3, 2009

In this study, BMW focused on Rankine A (exhaust gas only) and Rankine B (exhaust gas and coolant). Test results presented in 2008 showed that in 100 kph (62 miles/hour) constant-speed driving, the use of the Rankine cycle improved the thermal efficiency of the engine by 3.8%. Adapted from Ringler et al. 2009) Click to enlarge.

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Waste BMW Power Powered 150

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

The two overhead camshafts are driven by toothed belts; the intake camshaft is variable, further reducing emissions and fuel consumption and improves the power curve in the lower rev range. The engine’s dual-circuit cooling system and integrated water-cooled exhaust manifold enable short engine warm-up times.

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JANUARY 28, 2009

The following lists are not exhaustive or fully comprehensive, but we have tried to include a representative list of resources for each category. 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? Batteries Included $142,000 Grant 2006 Archive GM Plug-in Series Hybrid?

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JANUARY 5, 2010

Newly developed for the next-generation global mini, the S-TEC II engine—a 4-cylinder, 16-valve 1199cc DOHC engine—delivers fuel economy of 18.6 Tags: Fuel Efficiency India. mpg US, 5.4 L/100km), with peak power of 80.5 PS (79 hp, 59 kW). The Beat in India comes in three trim levels of 1.2, 1.2LS and 1.2LT. Earlier post.).

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APRIL 29, 2009

At the same time overall fuel economy has been improved by 10 per cent, new Prius returning 72.4mpg in combined cycle driving. litre engine reduces the rpm during high-speed driving to give a 10 per cent gain in long-haul cruising fuel efficiency. As a result the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines.

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MAY 3, 2009

Honda is also looking into use of a Rankine cycle co-generation unit in an effort to boost efficiency of a hybrid vehicle by capturing waste heat exhaust. It presented test results in 2008 that showed that at 62mph consistent driving speed, the use of the Rankine cycle improved thermal efficiency by 3.8 per cent. . per cent and 31.7

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JUNE 14, 2007

It is anticipated that approximately 6000 Air Cars will be cruising the streets of India by 2008. If the manufacturers have no surprises up their exhaust pipes the car will be practical and reasonably priced. 18% Alternative fuel hybrid. 37% Higher fuel economy. Refueling is simple and will only take a few minutes.

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