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diesel from GM’s European lineup (the engine is manufactured in Kaiserslautern, Germany) to challenge Jetta on the basis of highway fuel economy and power, as well as content. Fuel economy background. Chevrolet is positioning the Cruze, which features a US-modified 2.0L l/100 km, respectively). l/100 km, respectively).

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Diesel Fuel Economy MPG Economy 311

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

The new Nissan Fuga Hybrid achieves fuel economy of 19.0 liter VQ35HR V6 engine directly to the transmission, without the use of a traditional torque converter. The new Nissan Fuga Hybrid achieves a 25% improvement in fuel economy over 2010 standards and SU-LEV certification, emitting 75% less exhaust compared to 2005 standards.

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Japan Nissan Hybrid Fuel Economy 225

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JULY 17, 2010

Moreover, the highly compressed and high-temperature air-fuel mixture is cooled by the latent heat of the vaporization of fuel directly injected into the cylinder, and the temperature of the combustion chamber is lowered by adopting a piston-cooling channel and sodium-filled valves to control detonation. km/L (61 mpg US, 3.85

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Gasoline Engine Nissan Fuel 218

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JULY 1, 2010

Unlike vehicles without the Start-Stop system, the BlueMotion Technology models have an extra battery data module (for acquiring momentary battery charge status); a reinforced engine starter; a DC/DC converter; and a durable deep-cycle glass mat battery on board. Combined fuel consumption is 5.71 SCR catalytic converter.

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MPG Fuel Battery Batteries 210

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NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Cruze goes on sale in the US in the third quarter of 2010 but has already logged more than 4 million miles in quality and durability testing worldwide, making it one of the most real world-tested GM products prior to a US launch. Enhanced with its exhaust-driven turbocharger, the Cruze’s Ecotec 1.4L Fuel delivery. fuel economy.

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Chevrolet GM MPG Auto 210

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AUGUST 4, 2011

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. Raising the compression ratio in a gasoline engine increases its thermal efficiency, thus improving fuel economy. Click to enlarge. Although downsizing—i.e.,

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Mazda Engine Gasoline Diesel 322

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FEBRUARY 5, 2014

With stagnating demand for gasoline due to rising fuel economy in the nation’s fleet and other factors, further increases to US ethanol consumption would require the use of higher blends of ethanol, either in conventional vehicles or in flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs) designed to tolerate blends of up to 85% ethanol (E85).

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Gasoline Exhaust Water Fuel 230

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JANUARY 17, 2010

BMW has announced substantial enhancements to the 2011 3 Series Coupe and Convertible, including style updates for 328i and 335i models and an all-new direct gasoline injection turbocharged engine with Valvetronic for 335i models. BMW 3 Series Coupe and Convertible customers have a choice of two inline-6 engines. Click to enlarge.

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2011 BMW Exhaust Convert 199

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

Details about these powertrains will be announced at the 2010 New York Auto Show. GDI offers greater control of the fuel mixture at the optimum moment achieved by direct injection improves efficiency. The fuel is injected by a camshaft-driven, high pressure pump that operates at pressures up to 2,175 psi. 2010 Camry.

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2011 Hyundai Engine Auto 186

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Theta II GDI engine will make its debut in the first half of 2010 starting with the recently launched Sonata. Theta II GDI, a high pressure fuel pump injects the fuel at pressures of up to 150 bar, in precise amounts and intervals. Another major engineering challenge was to reduce internal friction to attain better fuel economy.

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Hyundai Gasoline Engine Production 210

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JULY 27, 2010

Internationally, customers have purchased 140,000 Chevrolet Cruze in the first six months of 2010 and a total of 270,000 since Cruze launched in the spring of 2009 in Europe, followed by other major markets, such as China in summer of 2009. They are matched with fuel-saving six-speed manual and six-speed automatic transmissions.

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Chevrolet Engine Global Exhaust 249

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AUGUST 20, 2011

This is the first application of the advanced dry-clutch PowerShift transmission in Ford’s European product range, and replaces the conventional 4-speed torque-converter automatic which was available with gasoline engines in the previous Focus model. Helps to reduce fuel consumption by allowing lower engine speeds without unwanted NVH.

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Ford Europe Fuel Economy Sweden 225

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AUGUST 31, 2009

Debuting in the next-generation F-Series Super Duty truck, the new diesel engine will deliver improvements in torque, horsepower and fuel economy while adding more fueling flexibility—the engine is sanctioned for up to B20 biodiesel blends—and meeting 2010 emissions requirements. This layout has several advantages.

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Diesel Ford Power Powered 150

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MAY 4, 2009

Conceptual schematic of direct thermoelectric generator mounted in a vehicle’s exhaust stream. The exhaust energy content of Atkinson-cycle engines, which are used in many hybrid powertrains, is lower than conventional IC engines due to the cycle’s inherently higher thermal efficiency. Indirect configurations are also possible.

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Design Ford Energy Exhaust 150

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APRIL 13, 2009

The 2010 Terrain will feature a choice of two new direct injection engines. The newly introduced GMC Terrain ( earlier post ) became the latest GM North American model that will feature a fuel-efficient gasoline direct injection (DI) engine in 2010. These are joined in 2010 by the new Ecotec 2.4L (LAF) and 3.0L

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Gasoline Engine Oil-Sands Saturn 170

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MARCH 24, 2010

The goal of the NSF-DOE partnership is to leverage the complementary missions of deployment and commercialization (DOE) and fundamental research and education (NSF) to develop the critical understanding and technology improvements needed to make the efficient conversion of waste heat in automotive exhaust systems to electricity commercially viable.

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Waste Exhaust Conversion Concept 186

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MAY 6, 2013

Since 2010, all Sprinters in the US have been powered by BlueTEC diesel engines, marking the first use of BlueTEC technology, with its selective catalytic reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment system, in the commercial van market here. The two overhead camshafts actuate 16 intake and exhaust valves.

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2014 Diesel Standards Exhaust 306

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MAY 4, 2015

While piston generators rely on catalytic converters to reduce their emissions by 10x to meet ever-increasing California Air Resources Board standards, the Fulcrum turbine generator is so much cleaner, that it meets emissions standards without adding to its weight and complexity. In other words, fuel economy is a significant problem.

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Range Extended Range Gas-Electric Electrical 150

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JANUARY 22, 2014

At the vehicle level, this results in a reduced thermal burden on the cooling system; simplification of the cooling system hardware; and reduced volume and lower weight for the motor inverter, power converter and associated cooling components. AOI 8: Development of High-Performance Low-Temperature Catalysts for Exhaust Aftertreatment. ($3M).

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Emissions Vehicles Fuel Economy Carbon Fiber 252

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MAY 24, 2011

liter 2ZR-FXE engine, a 60kW traction motor, and a 201V Ni-MH battery pack, which was introduced in the 2010 Prius and subsequently used with minor variations in the Lexus CT200h, Lexus HS250h, and the Europe-only Toyota Auris hybrid. The Prius v carries over the P410 powertrain with a 1.8 L/100km / 5.88 L/100km / 5.6 L/100km).

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Prius Toyota North America MPG 186

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JANUARY 18, 2014

The additional content which includes the motor, inverter, converter, and on?board Technologies that enable LTC operation with either gasoline or diesel fuel, including control methodologies and technologies, especially for mixed?mode burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted derived fuels, drop?in Size Reduction.

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

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MARCH 27, 2015

The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream. The aftertreatment system features additional insulation to retain maximum heat energy in the exhaust. This reduces friction, and increases efficiency and fuel economy.

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

The 2010 Ford Focus ECOnetic. At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford of Europe introduced the new 2010 Focus ECOnetic. This converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electric energy without having to use additional fuel. Click to enlarge. 100km (62 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions as low as 99 g/km. Max power (hp / kW).

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MPG Ford Re-Charge 2010 236

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JANUARY 28, 2014

Compared to the 2010 “Business as Usual” scenario—which includes all adopted emission control measures for the South Coast—NO x levels must be reduced by 65% and by 75% to meet the 2023 and 2032 ozone standards, respectively. To reduce power demand, some accessories can be converted to electric power. Background.

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Climate Gas Emissions California 257

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MAY 29, 2009

It is equipped with a 325 hp Mack MP7 engine and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment technology, the approach that Mack is utilizing to meet US Environmental Protection Agency’s near-zero emissions standards for 2010. The TerraPro hybrid has a rear-loading refuse packer body. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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New York City New York Hybrid Kenworth 150

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MAY 16, 2013

Porsche had unveiled the concept version of the 918 Spyder Plug-in Hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010. The top pipes’ greatest benefit is optimal heat removal, because the hot exhaust gases are released via the shortest possible route, and exhaust gas back pressure remains low. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). Sport Hybrid.

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MAY 15, 2009

Conversely, fuel economy rises and emissions fall to not only meet but exceed the latest Euro V standards. As a result, the new Crafter Euro V BlueTDI range has achieved certification as an EEV (Enhanced Environmentally friendly Vehicle) - meaning it meets the most exacting European exhaust standard for commercial vehicles.

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Exhaust Convert MPG Water 36

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AUGUST 13, 2009

The ActiveHybrid X6 will reach US BMW Centers in fourth-quarter 2009, and the ActiveHybrid 7 will arrive in the US in Spring 2010. The ActiveHybrid 7 is a mild-hybrid application, and offers approximately a 15% reduction in fuel consumption. seconds (preliminary), while delivering fuel economy approximately 15% better than the 750i.

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Li-ion BMW Lithium Ion Parts 231

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DECEMBER 1, 2009

All of these features combine so that the vehicle can now target carbon dioxide (CO2) emission levels at a meagre 99g/km with a combined fuel economy of 74.2mpg. It monitors parameters relevant to optimise fuel consumption including gear shifting, anticipation, and speed. .

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