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MAY 23, 2017

Only nine years after its first significant use in the market, GDI penetration has climbed to 48.5% market share. Many auto manufacturers have used the combined benefits of GDI and turbocharging for increasing power output from downsized engines. First significant use generally represents a production threshold of about 1%.).

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JUNE 29, 2017

Ricardo has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with China-based startup Future Mobility Corporation (FMC) to provide engineering support in the development of a family of state-of-the-art electric vehicles, aimed at offering affordable quality and performance to customers in Asia, North America and Europe.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Honda unveiled the new 10th-generation 2016 Civic Sedan, slated for sale in the US this fall. The 2016 Civic will feature two all-new engines, including the first application of Honda turbo engine technology in the US. Both engines are targeted to receive EPA highway fuel economy ratings in excess of 40 mpg.

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APRIL 2, 2015

At the New York International Auto Show, Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Spark—a completely redesigned and more sophisticated execution of the brand’s global minicar. The 2016 Spark is powered by an all-new 1.4L engine that is part of GM’s new, global family of Ecotec small-displacement engines.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2019

The recent increase in natural gas or dual-fuel capable reciprocating internal combustion engine units has been driven in part by advancements in engine technology that increase operational flexibility and by changes in natural gas markets that have generally provided ample supply and relatively stable fuel prices, EIA said.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 3, 2024

Bringing Google Home to market When Amazon announced in 2014 it was developing smart speakers with AI assistive technology, a gadget now known as Echo , Google decided to develop its own version. encouraged him to apply for a software engineering job there. Kim saw a role for his expertise in the endeavor—he has a Ph.D.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2016

the largest heavy-duty transit bus and motor coach manufacturer and parts distributor in North America, is adding the 2016 Cummins Westport ISL G Near Zero engine ( earlier post ) to its Xcelsior bus family. LA Metro operates the largest natural gas engine transit vehicle fleet in North America. Flyer of America Inc.,

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OCTOBER 3, 2016

At the Paris Motor Show, Carlos Ghosn and Dieter Zetsche said that the strategic partnership between the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG is maturing as it enters its seventh year in 2016. This means smart is the first brand to offer its entire portfolio with both a combustion engine and also battery-electric drive.

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JULY 28, 2015

is introducing its new 2016 ISB6.7 liter MidRange, factory-built, dedicated natural gas engine ( earlier post ), to the Type C School bus market at the North American School Bus Show – STN Expo Conference and Trade Show in Reno, Nevada. G natural gas engine is based on the Cummins ISB6.7 diesel engine platform.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2018

A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has analyzed the fuel efficiency of 20 airlines operating nonstop flights between the mainland United States and East Asia and Oceania in 2016. This lateset report extends the previous work on airline efficiency to the transpacific market.). Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 13, 2023

Nuvera Fuel Cells, LLC, a provider of heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell engines for on- and off-road mobility, signed a memorandum of understanding with Netherlands-based clean technology engineering company Urban Mobility Systems (UMS). Nuvera currently offers 45 and 60 kW systems. Nuvera is a subsidiary of Hyster-Yale Group, Inc.,

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MAY 24, 2024

The used car industry is generally three to five years behind the trends in the new car market. New Delhi: The Indian used car market is poised for continued expansion, fuelled by a burgeoning middle class with rising disposable income, a growing desire for personal mobility and shorter vehicle replacement cycles. million units.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The system delivers more powerful and smooth acceleration with less engine noise. Nissan first introduced a Serena e-POWER model in 2018 ( earlier post )—the second second model with the e-POWER system, which was first introduced in the Nissan Note in Japan in 2016. Serena e-POWER Engine. Serena e-POWER Engine / Battery.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2017

According to a new report from Navigant Research, sales for plug-in electric buses increased 40% from 2016 to 2017, as the technology on offer from bus companies has improved in performance and in price. Highlights of the report include: The market for new buses represents approximately 17% of the overall sales of new commercial vehicles.

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AUGUST 16, 2022

This Panel will focus on the agency’s development of a rule that proposes to set a new phase of greenhouse gas requirements for heavy-duty engines and trucks that would apply beginning in Model Year 2030. EPA first adopted GHG requirements for heavy-duty vehicles in 2011.

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MARCH 29, 2017

The number of vehicles that Scania sold that run on alternative fuels and hybrids increased by 40 percent in 2016. In total, close to 5,000 such vehicles were sold in 2016. Almost 40,000 of Scania’s customers’ drivers were trained in fuel-efficient driving in 2016. This is a year-on-year increase of 30%.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2019

The European car market remained stable during 2018, as 15.6 It was the best result since 2007, when the market peaked with 16.02 Strong results in Q2, where the market was up by 4.8%, and Q3, where the market was up by 1.1%, were enough to offset the large decline posted in Q4, where the market dropped by 7.5%

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JUNE 15, 2021

e-POWER uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. The onboard gasoline engine used to generate electrical energy is also more efficient, resulting in both increased power and better fuel economy. The new inverter is 40% smaller and 30% lighter.

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APRIL 13, 2022

Unreal Engine 5 , released on April 5, is among the leaders. Its creator, Epic Games, is best known for its megahit game Fortnite , but the company’s engine expertise has deep roots. The engine spun off from the 1998 shooter Unreal and seized an early lead when Epic licensed it for use in over a dozen games from 1999 to 2001. “I

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AUGUST 2, 2016

The Volkswagen BUDD-e battery-electric microbus concept ( earlier post ) has been named “2016 Concept Truck of the Year” at the 15 th Annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards. More than two dozen jurors participated in the selection process of the 2016 North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards.

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OCTOBER 29, 2014

The City of Indianapolis will upgrade 425 non-police-pursuit sedans in its muncipal fleet to plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles by early 2016, cut the size of the fleet by 100 vehicles, and save $8.7 The City will replace 100 vehicles by the end of this year and 425 vehicles by the beginning of 2016. million over ten years.

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JULY 7, 2015

will offer dedicated liquid propane systems for 2016 Ford 5.0L This new liquid propane system will be offered in addition to Westport’s compressed natural gas (CNG) package for 2016 Ford F-150 trucks. Designed to transport passengers and cargo, the 2016 Ford F-150 offers a 5.0 Westport Innovations Inc. F-150 trucks.

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DECEMBER 20, 2022

The start of production of 5 th -generation hybrid engines and transmissions follows the upgrade of seven production lines supported by new investments of €77 million and €541,000 at the plants in Poland and the UK respectively. liter gasoline engine produced at TMUK to form the 5 th -generation hybrid electric powertrain.

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JANUARY 10, 2023

2016 – David Howell, DOE, Vehicle Technologies Office, 2017 Annual Merit Review, Electrochemical Energy Storage R&D Overview , 20 June 2017, PowerPoint presentation, p. 2008–2015 – National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine 2017. Review of the Research Program of the US DRIVE Partnership: Fifth Report.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2015

The 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is arriving in select dealerships in 10 states this week with an EPA-estimated 27-mile (43.5-kilometer) The 2016 Sonata Plug-in is EPA-rated at 99 MPGe combined, with 34 kWh/100 miles, and 40 mpg combined for charge sustaining (conventional hybrid) operation.

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JANUARY 12, 2017

Deliveries of New Flyer of America zero-emission buses (ZEBs) in 2016 reached their highest level in company history, delivering 213 equivalent units (EUs) in 2016. of New Flyer’s total heavy-duty transit bus production in 2016. of New Flyer’s total heavy-duty transit bus production in 2016.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Carlos Ghosn, Chairman and CEO of Renault, has decided that Renault will return to Formula 1 with its own team for 2016 season. Particular attention was paid to competing successfully with its own team in a financially sound way starting in 2016. After a detailed study, I have decided that Renault will be in Formula 1, starting 2016.

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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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DECEMBER 11, 2015

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid LT ( earlier post ) will be available this spring with a starting price of $28,645. With an all-new, hybrid powertrain that uses a slightly modified drive unit and electric motors used in the 2016 Chevrolet Volt, the Malibu Hybrid offers a GM-estimated 48 mpg city, 45 mpg highway, and 47 mpg combined (4.9,

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JANUARY 29, 2014

Pinnacle Engines, developer of a highly efficient 4-stroke, spark-ignited (SI), opposed-piston, sleeve-valve architecture engine ( earlier post ), named Phil Murtaugh as the newest member of its board of directors. —Ron Hoge, Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle Engines.

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APRIL 27, 2011

The inaugural study examines attitudes of US consumers toward four primary alternative powertrain technologies: hybrid electric vehicles; clean diesel engines; plug-in hybrid electric vehicles; and battery electric vehicles. Diesel engine vehicles: 31%. By the end of 2016, J.D. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles: 37%.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Wolfspeed, A Cree Company, a leading global supplier of silicon carbide (SiC) power products, won a 2016 R&D 100 Award for its high-temperature, wide-bandgap (WBG) underhood inverter for hybrid and electric vehicles.

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JANUARY 19, 2016

F-150 trucks for Model Year (MY) 2016. is the only half-ton pickup in the market with CNG and LPG capable engines offered by an original equipment manufacturer. The F-150 is available with a 2016 MY 5.0L Westport Innovations Inc. This marks the first time that Ford has offered gaseous prep in the 5.0L The F-150 5.0L

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FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Nissan announced a breakthrough in engine efficiency, reaching 50% thermal efficiency with its in-development, next-generation e-POWER system. Nissan’s e-POWER system utilizes an on-board gasoline engine to provide electrical energy to the e-powertrain battery pack. 2) with a multi-cylinder engine. The STARC concept.

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JANUARY 15, 2018

China Yuchai International Limited, a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines for on- and off-road applications in China through its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited (GYMCL), launched 14 new engines compliant with China’s more stringent National VI emission standards.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2014

The new 2016 Ford Explorer SUV is making its global debut today at Los Angeles Auto Show with a new available 2.3-liter liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine that delivers more horsepower and torque than the 2.0L liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine will deliver at least 270 hp (201 kW) and at least 300 lb-ft (407 N·m) of torque.

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DECEMBER 15, 2016

Toyota Motor Corporation and its fully owned subsidiary Daihatsu Motor intend to officially establish their internal company responsible for compact vehicles for emerging markets (announced on 4 October 2016) on 1 January 2017. The new internal company is to be called the “Emerging-market Compact Car Company”.

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