Green Energy Consumers

MAY 25, 2021

From 1982 to 2016, Green Energy Consumers Alliance focused our attention on building energy fo r homes and businesses. But in 2016, alarmed at the rise in greenhouse gas emissions from cars, we became aware of the potential of vehicle electrification as a measure to reduce those emissions.

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MARCH 22, 2022

naturally aspirated methanol engine providing 97kW (130HP) of power and 175 N·m of max torque together with an electric motor providing 100kW (134HP) of power and 320 N·m for a combined 272kW (364HP) and 495 N·m of torque. methanol engine to operate at peak efficiency and lower emissions. The sedan houses a 1.8L

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Although the timing arguably could have been better, Volkswagen of America proceeded with the planned debut of the restyled 2016 Volkswagen Passat in New York on Monday. The midsize sedan, built in Volkswagen’s LEED Platinum-certified factory in Chattanooga, will offer three engine options—1.8-liter liter TSI gasoline; 2.0-liter

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OCTOBER 20, 2014

liter diesel engines (code-named Panther ) in a wide range of outputs due to be applied in commercial vehicles starting in 2016 and in cars starting in 2018. Ford is creating 318 new jobs connected with this investment. liter diesel engines for Ford commercial vehicles (CVs) globally. Earlier post.) million (US$14.3

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APRIL 1, 2015

Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Malibu—the ninth generation of the midsize sedan which made its debut in 1964. turbo engine option, Malibu is projected to offer 37 mpg (6.35 The 2016 Malibu is also longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency. Earlier post.) l/100 km) highway.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

At a “Go Further with Ford” event in Amsterdam, Ford Motor Company detailed plans for an aggressive product acceleration in Europe, targeting opportunities for growth in the large car, SUV and commercial vehicle segments while emphasizing fuel economy and enabling technologies such as the EcoBoost engines. By 2015, there will be more than 3.5

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DECEMBER 3, 2017

naturally aspirated engine and the turbocharged SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine, first unveiled at the 2015 LA Auto Show for the 2016 CX-9. liter, four-cylinder engine comes with a number of upgrades to reduce internal friction and improve efficiency across all rpm, and also adds a greater level of refinement. Mazda6’s 2.5-liter,

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MARCH 6, 2019

e-POWER, introduced in 2016 in the Note, is a non-plug-in series-hybrid drive system. Unlike the all-battery-electric powertrain of the LEAF, e-POWER adds a small gasoline engine to charge the high-output battery when necessary, eliminating the need for an external charger while offering the same high-output.

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OCTOBER 17, 2015

Toyota gave its Prius c—the smallest of the brand’s eight hybrid models—a major styling and interior upgrade for 2015; for 2016 the big enhancement is the available Toyota Safety Sense C (TSS-C), which equips the car with an array of driver-assist technologies: Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Assist, and Automatic High Beams.

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AUGUST 15, 2016

Infiniti will introduce a production-ready variable compression ratio engine VC-T (Variable Compression-Turbocharged) at the 2016 Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Automobile) in September. Infiniti said that the new four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline VC-T engine has been in development for more than 20 years.

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APRIL 29, 2015

The Jaguar US lineup will expand in 2016 with the addition of the all new, aluminum-intensive Jaguar XE compact sports sedan in 20d (diesel) and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. The engine warms up more quickly, reducing friction and therefore fuel consumption.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Unlike the all-battery-electric powertrain of the LEAF, e-POWER adds a small gasoline engine to charge the high-output battery when necessary, eliminating the need for an external charger while offering the same high-output. The engine is the 1.2-liter, kWh vs 30 kWh), it delivers the same driving experience as a full EV.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2018

GKN Driveline launched its coaxial eAxle in its first application across Volvo’s range of T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrids, picking up an Automotive News PACE Innovation Award in 2016. Earlier post.). In the LEVC TX, GKN’s eAxle is always the primary drive unit, and so uses a more powerful 120 kW e-motor.

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APRIL 26, 2016

The FOA will include the three areas of interest: medium- and heavy-duty plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs); direct injection propane engine; and alternative fuel vehicle community partner projects. Direct Injection Propane Engine. Recent advances in DI technology have enabled higher efficiency spark-ignited gasoline engines.

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AUGUST 5, 2015

US prices for the 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ( earlier post )—the first of many Audi e-tron models destined to come to the US—will begin at $37,900. The 2016 A3 Sportback e-tron features a 1.4 liter TFSI engine with a six-speed S tronic transmission. Dealer sets actual price.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

Further enhanced dynamics, assistance systems, connectivity and a new and innovative operating system are important new features in the latest generation, in addition to the new, more efficient powertrains. The new 5 Series features TwinPower Turbo gasoline and diesel engines from the modular BMW EfficientDynamics family of power units.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

jointly announced that, toward the achievement of carbon neutrality, they will take on the challenge of expanding fuel options through the use of internal combustion engines at the (three-hour) Super Taikyu Race in Okayama on 13-14 November. Continuing to race using hydrogen engines. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.,

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FEBRUARY 3, 2015

President Barack Obama’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9 The FY 2016 DOE Budget Request represents a 9% increase ($2.5 billion, the FY 2016 Budget requests $4.8 billion, the FY 2016 Budget Request provides $5.34 per gallon gasoline equivalent (gge). billion for the US Department of Energy (DOE). Within the $10.7

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MARCH 10, 2016

G natural gas engine. The advanced version engine meets the 2018 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Heavy-Duty On-Board Diagnostics (HD-OBD) requirements and will continue to meet California Air Resources Board’s (CARB’s) Optional Low NO x 0.1 liter stoichiometric spark ignited (SI) natural gas engine now referred to as the ISB6.7

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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

At the SAE 2013 Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Symposium in Anaheim this week, Owen Thunes, Senior Project Engineer, Zero Emissions Research Group at Nissan, provided an updated overview of the company’s development efforts on the upcoming FF (Front-engine, Front-wheel drive) hybrid system. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 31, 2016

The FCC catalyst particles are used in oil refineries to “crack” large molecules that are left after distillation of crude oil into smaller molecules, such as gasoline. Finding new clues about how FCCs age out could be key to improving gasoline production. The results were published in an open access paper in Nature Communications.

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OCTOBER 8, 2013

liter turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine ( earlier post ) at the 22 nd Aachen Colloquium in Germany. The engine will debut in the Opel Adam next year, together with an all-new, six-speed manual gearbox. liter, naturally-aspirated engine, as well as the same 85 kW/115 hp maximum power output. liter engine.

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MAY 17, 2015

With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine. Earlier post.)

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DECEMBER 27, 2014

Audi aims to meet stringent CO 2 limits worldwide with a new generation of extremely economical combustion engines and alternative efficiency technologies as well as new features in the areas of connectivity and driver assistance. As of 2016, for example, the new Audi Q1 will be produced in Ingolstadt.

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MARCH 23, 2016

Two days before the official Prologue for the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Paul Ricard, France, Porsche presented its new 919 Hybrid LMP1 race car for the 2016 season. For 2016, the components of the electric drive have also become more powerful and efficient. The 90-degree V-engine also shed additional weight.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2016

Porsche introduced the fully redeveloped second-generation of the Panamera in the summer of 2016. Porsche is also introducing a new 243 kW (330 hp) V6 turbo gasoline engine as an entry-level option. Power is up by 20 hp from the corresponding engine of the previous Panamera generation.

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MAY 9, 2015

TFSI gasoline engine with an electric biturbo ( earlier post ) that delivers 441 kW (591 hp) and 650 N·m (479.4 The five-cylinder, 2,480 cc engine produces 178 kW (239 hp) and 262 N·m (193 lb-ft) per liter of displacement. engine delivering more than 500 hp (373 kW), or approximately 75 kW/L.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 25, 2024

The Cayman and Boxster be joining the gasoline-powered Macan SUV in the afterlife, which encountered its own regional demise for similar reasons. Meanwhile, a vehicle that’s not connected to a modem would be impossible to hack remotely. But EU regulations effectively require all new vehicles to be connected to the internet.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Three of the NHTSA scenarios for penetration of technologies for passenger cars for MY 2016. mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. Three of the NHTSA scenarios for penetration of technologies for light trucks for MY 2016. Engine technologies. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 1, 2016

Volkswagen unveiled the new Volkswagen Phideon luxury sedan ahead of the Geneva International Motor Show 2016. The future of Volkswagen’s premium segment will go into production in China initially for the China market in the third quarter of 2016. liter V6 turbocharged direct injection gasoline engine that produces 220 kW/295 hp.

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APRIL 23, 2015

liter range extender engine. liter range extender engine. In designing the second-generation system, GM engineers built on the knowledge and data gained from the first-generation Volt. The major components of the propulsion system are the battery pack, the drive unit, and the engine. The range-extending engine is a 1.5-liter

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AUGUST 13, 2018

Territory customers can choose between a fuel-efficient gasoline engine option; 48V mild hybrid with Miller-Cycle technology; and a plug-in hybrid powertrain when it goes on sale in early 2019. Ford has released the first images of the new Territory, a mid-size SUV targeted at new buyers in emerging cities in China.

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JUNE 2, 2017

The next generation of luxury sedans, the Audi A8, will have 48V MHEV systems regardless of engine type. For the four-cylinder engines they are based on the familiar 12-volt electrical system. The new technology is suitable for either diesel or gasoline engines and can reduce consumption of a V6 gasoline engine by up to 0.7

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FEBRUARY 26, 2016

90 Series connectivity updates. Volvo’s in-car connectivity and driver interface system, Sensus, will receive several new native apps across the range for 2016, including Spotify and Park and Pay. The 60 Series cars will receive significant updates for 2016. Volvo On Call.

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JUNE 3, 2016

The new Audi A5 Coupé will launch in Germany with five engines: two gasoline TFSI and three diesel TDI units. All the engines combine high efficiency with sporty power development and smooth running—especially the two 3.0 TDI six-cylinder engines. TDI six-cylinder engines. TDI with front- or all-wheel drive.

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JULY 12, 2017

million to 22 new cost-shared projects to accelerate the research of advanced battery, lightweight materials, engine emission control technologies, and energy efficient mobility systems (EEMS). The three selected EEMS projects will conduct research that evaluates energy savings benefits from connected and automated vehicles.

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APRIL 21, 2016

Following the US launch of the Clarity Fuel Cell in late 2016, the Clarity Electric will go on-sale in 2017. The first of the Clarity Series to launch will be the Clarity Fuel Cell, Honda’s most technologically advanced vehicle ever, slated to begin deliveries to customers in select California markets in late 2016. Accord Hybrid.

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