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JUNE 14, 2011

Based on the results of the study, CAR believes the economic risk to the auto industry connected to mandating permanent fuel economy standards in the long run is “ very serious ” The group recommends periodic review to assess the rate of technology development and cost reduction of advanced technologies leading up to 2025.

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JANUARY 13, 2012

The direction for the US was underscored by the unveiling of the XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept at the show. The rear axle of the XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept is driven by an electric motor producing 70 hp (52 kW) and 200 N·m (148 lb-ft). The 2012 XC60 carries an EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg US (11.8

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FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Porsche will unveil the Panamera S Hybrid, its second production hybrid model, later this year. The new 4-door Panamera model produces 380 hp (283 kW) with fuel consumption of 6.8 L/100 km (35 mpg US) on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), making it the most fuel-efficient Porsche yet. Panamera S Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 4, 2010

Hyundai Motor America, currently the leading fuel economy auto manufacturer in the US according to EPA ratings, plans to achieve a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) rating of at least 50 (mpg) by 2025 for its lineup of passenger cars and light duty trucks. Forecasts show a 2009 model-year fuel economy rating of 30.1

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

Transportation sector gasoline demand declines. The US Energy Information Administration released its Annual Energy Outlook 2013 (AEO2013) Reference case (the Early Release ), which highlights a growth in total US energy production that exceeds growth in total US energy consumption through 2040. quadrillion Btu in 2011 to 14.0

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The diversified manufacturer also said that in addition to boosting engine performance, its superchargers can provide up to a 5% fuel savings and reduce emissions compared to competing technologies. 136 kg], which translates into improved fuel economy and enhanced performance and safety for the end consumer. New Engine Valves.

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AUGUST 6, 2009

The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.

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JULY 12, 2013

Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile. Earlier post.). In 2012, GM invested more than $7.3

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APRIL 18, 2013

In 2012, sales of hybrid-electric vehicles passed the one million mark. Emerging economies are stepping up their efforts to promote and develop clean energy. million, up 43% from 2011. Alongside these grim messages there are also positive developments. HEV sales broke the one million mark in 2012, and reached 1.2

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MARCH 22, 2018

California can reduce carbon emissions by more than 70 million metric tons by 2030—akin to taking 15 million gasoline-powered cars off the road in one year—by adopting a higher target for its Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), according to an analysis released by the UK-based research firm Cerulogy.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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APRIL 10, 2014

In 2011, Odyne introduced an innovative plug-in hybrid power system which interfaces with the Allison family of commercial vehicle transmissions. The Odyne hybrid power system combines reliable electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology. Allison Transmission, Inc.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

The refreshed 2012 Mazda3, making its debut at the 2011 Canadian International AutoShow, will offer the option of Mazda’s new SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine and SKYACTIV-Drive automatic transmission ( earlier post ) when it is launched later this fall. SKYACTIV-G gasoline direct injection engine. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

Together the partners have sought to demonstrate an extremely cost-effective, ultra-efficient gasoline engine in a C-segment passenger car delivering the performance of a baseline 2.0-liter liter model but with significantly reduced real-world and drive cycle CO 2 emissions, and comparable improvements in fuel-economy.

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JUNE 2, 2011

liter EcoBoost three-cylinder engine—the first three-cylinder engine Ford has built for a regular production car—and an new eight-speed automatic transmission to its line-up. Ford had previewed the small EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection unit, and had confirmed it for production, at Auto China 2010 in Beijing.

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MARCH 5, 2010

The technology architecture of the A8 hybrid previews that of the production Q5 hybrid, due to reach the market in late 2010/early 2011, Audi said. A production version of the A8 hybrid is due in late 2011/early 2012 (orders will start in late 2011). Average fuel consumption amounts to 6.2

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APRIL 2, 2010

Yesterday, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National High Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly established increasingly stringent greenhouse gas emission standards under the Clean Air Act for 2012 through 2016 model-year vehicles and fuel economy standards under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy program, respectively.

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JUNE 22, 2013

Brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC) curves for a 5.7L VCR 4-cylinder engine (projected data) from a 2011 report by Envera. Envera specializes in the development of advanced technologies for improving automotive fuel economy. Engine downsizing is a key tool in improving fuel economy. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Mazda Motor Corporation has launched its SKYACTIV next-generation technologies—including engines, transmissions, vehicle bodies and chassis—that will begin appearing in Mazda products from 2011. The Mazda Demio SKYACTIV-G will achieve fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter (70.6 Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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MARCH 27, 2012

Ford says that the new Transit, which begins production in Kansas City in 2013, will achieve at least 25% better fuel economy than current E-Series vans. Ford also has developed a specialized new tool to help optimize fleet purchases based on specific fuel types and operating locations. EcoBoost V6. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 28, 2012

In 2003, the state fleet consumed 38,559,715 gallons of petroleum-based fuel (gasoline and diesel), according to the report. In 2010, the fleet consumed 33,509,180 gallons of petroleum fuel (-13%) as well as 3,793,904 gallon of alternative fuels, comprising: 3,253,548 gallons of biodiesel (86%).

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MARCH 29, 2010

Leveraging this agreement, Mazda plans to combine the hybrid system with its next-generation SKY direct-injection gasoline engine that is currently under development ( earlier post ) and intended for launch in 2011, and to develop and to manufacture a hybrid vehicle in Japan. Earlier post.). Power split device. Power electronics.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. has received a $30-million purchase order for supplying key components and subsystems related to Quantum’s proprietary Q-Drive powertrain systems for the Fisker Karma production program under the terms of its supply agreement. million in April 2010. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 9, 2012

Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options. 2013 Ford Fusion. Click to enlarge. The next-generation Fusion 1.6-liter

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AUGUST 4, 2011

the step-by-step introduction of electrification to SKYACTIV internal combustion engines: stop-start, followed by regenerative braking, followed by electric motor drive technologies. SKYACTIV at Powertrains, Fuels & Lubes. From a powertrain frame of reference, Mazda is planning a building block strategy—i.e.,

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Click to enlarge.

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JULY 20, 2010

Honda Motor Company will introduce a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and a new plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) to the US market in 2012, said President & CEO Takanobu Ito in his mid-year address in Tokyo, Japan. The City of Torrance will also receive a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for evaluation by the end of 2010. Plug-in hybrid.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Toyota is unveiling its new Auris for the European market ( earlier post ), representing its first step in a product offensive in the European C-Segment. Aerodynamic improvements, weight savings and engine enhancements have reduced fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions across the range. Powertrains. 1.33l Dual VVT-i.

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MAY 17, 2013

Relative changes in vehicle energy efficiency (VEE) (km/MJ) on ethanol/gasoline blends over those on gasoline for different blending levels. Several recent highly cited LCAs that have incorporated vehicle efficiency differences between gasoline and ethanol/gasoline blends could potentially be misleading. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

The growth reflects an expected 90% increase in electricity use, led by developing countries where 1.3 billion people are currently without access to electricity. billion, as the world’s population grows and more people in developing economies are able to afford cars. Transportation fuels. Transportation.

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AUGUST 6, 2013

Aspirational targets among seven countries participating in the Electric Vehicle Initiative would see growth from just under 2 million EV and PHEVs to just under 20 million by 2020. Source: “Electric Vehicle Grid Integration”. Spain has set a goal of 250,000 electric vehicles on the road by 2014. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2009

Ford also said that the first product in Ford’s new electric vehicle plan announced in January( earlier post ) will be a battery electric-powered version of the Transit Connect commercial vehicle. Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010.

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JUNE 7, 2010

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. It is a Renault-Nissan Alliance joint development and is due to be introduced in 2011. New TCe gasoline engine family.

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MAY 13, 2010

series hybrid) CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Hybrid System for transit buses, with production units expected to be available in 2011. ISE currently delivers gasoline, diesel and fuel cell series hybrid systems for the transit industry. —Senior VP of Sales and Marketing Alex Bernasconi.

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MARCH 3, 2009

The Ampera goes on sale in Europe in 2011, the Spark in early 2010. The Ampera is an extended range electric vehicle based on the Voltec technology used in the Chevrolet Volt. An on-board gasoline/E85-fueled engine-generator extends the Ampera’s range to more than 500 km (311 miles). Opel Ampera. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 22, 2016

The Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle with Long Electric Range (PHEVLER - pronounced “fevler”) is a new category emerging in the electric vehicle marketplace. PHEVLERs are defined as PHEVs with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. [ and UC-Davis Emeritus and Bruce R.

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APRIL 5, 2011

RPS policies as of March 2011. In contrast, China’s 12 th five-year plan, March 5, 2011, requires 11.4 percent of energy consumption to come from non fossil fuels [ earlier post ]. In Germany, renewable electricity generation will be 35 percent by 2020, and 50 percent by 2050. Perspective by The Townsend Company.

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