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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Nissan introduced a new Rogue SUV for the 2021 model year; for 2022, Nissan is making its best-selling model more powerful, more fuel-efficient and more fun to drive with an all-new, 1.5-liter Even with the increased power, the 2022 Rogue’s estimated fuel economy is 33 mpg combined—an increase of 3 mpg over the 2021 model.

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JUNE 7, 2013

The 2014 Corolla is available in four distinct grades: L, LE, S, and the new LE Eco grade. The Corolla Eco-badged models will achieve an estimated highway fuel economy rating of more than 40 mpg (5.88 liter unit with VVT-i is available on the L, LE, and S grades and is rated at 132 hp (98 kW). The base 1.8-liter

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JULY 16, 2014

The company’s internal testing shows these products are delivering up to 8% in fuel economy improvement over the previous generation. Our field test customers are seeing positive results, with our new trucks registering significant fuel economy improvements. Navistar, Inc.

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JULY 7, 2014

Lexus has introduced the new Lexus NX compact utility, first unveiled in Beijing ( earlier post ) to North America. The combination of direct fuel injection and additional port fuel injectors, as used on some other Lexus models, ensures ample power and crisp responsiveness at all engine speeds. 2015 Lexus NX 300h.

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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 EcoBoost four-cylinder it replaces, with no compromise in fuel economy anticipated. EcoBoost but with expected same fuel consumption. liter EcoBoost four-cylinder available for the current model.

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MARCH 6, 2012

liter EcoBoost V6 engine in the all-new Transit commercial van debuting in North America in 2013 as a replacement for the E-Series wagon and van. EcoBoost engines are fundamental to the Ford strategy of providing technologically advanced, high-output, smaller-displacement powertrains that deliver improved fuel economy and performance.

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JUNE 24, 2014

liter Tigershark I-4, and Jeep Cherokee customers who choose the available 3.2-liter liter Pentastar V-6, will experience estimated fuel-economy improvements of up to 3%, compared with the conventional vehicle-engine pairings. Availability in the popular Jeep Cherokee is scheduled for third quarter.

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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. liter EcoBoost engine.

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Fuel Economy Europe Ford Economy 261

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

Eaton has introduced Procision, a new line of medium-duty dual-clutch transmissions, that delivers 8 to 10 percent better fuel economy than a similarly equipped vehicle with a torque converter automatic. These features can be disabled for even greater fuel economy if desired.

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

The 2017 CR-V in EX and higher trims will feature CR-V’s first turbocharged engine, a more powerful and fuel-efficient 1.5-liter Combined with the CR-V’s more aerodynamic body, the new turbocharged engine will garner the highest EPA fuel economy ratings in the compact SUV class, Honda claimed.

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JUNE 6, 2014

2015 Ford Transit offers up to 46% better fuel economy than the old E-Series. The all-new 2015 Ford Transit delivers as much as 46% better fuel economy than Ford E-Series. liter V6 engine, and customers also can choose from an available 3.5-liter liter Power Stroke diesel available on Transit is not EPA-rated.

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Fuel Economy 2015 Ford Economy 218

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2011

The types of vehicles consumers select has by far the most dominant impact on on-road fuel economy—the best vehicle currently available for sale in the US is nine times more fuel efficient than the worst vehicle. Average on-road fuel economy in the US for all vehicles in 2008 was 17.4 mpg US (13.5

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MARCH 26, 2015

The Cummins team not only surpassed all fuel-economy targets, but also achieved criteria emissions lower than the stringent Tier 2/Bin 2 levels. The demonstration vehicle, provided by Nissan North America, is a 2010 Nissan Titan originally equipped with a gasoline V8 engine. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg).

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JUNE 9, 2012

The Freightliner Trucks 2014 Cascadia Evolution—powered only by the newly designed Detroit DD15 engine and featuring enhanced aerodynamic specs—delivered fuel economy of 10.67 —Al Pearson, chief engineer, Product Validation Engineering for Daimler Trucks North America. mpg US (22 L.100km)

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DECEMBER 20, 2010

The Ford C-MAX in North America will offer a 1.6-liter Approximately one-third of Ford’s US engine volume is I-4, as customers opt for more fuel economy and lower emissions. Fuel economy also is aided by minimizing weight throughout the engine. The Ford C-MAX. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 19, 2019

ArcelorMittal is adding to its family of advanced high strength steels (AHSS) for the auto industry with the development of Fortiform 980 Extragal (-GI) in North America. This is a crucial advantage as carmakers come under pressure to further lighten vehicles as a part of their strategy to improve fuel economy.

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DECEMBER 27, 2010

Ford will begin applying start-stop technology—currently used in Ford hybrids and some Ford cars in Europe—in conventional cars, crossovers and SUVs in North America in 2012. The fuel-saving system eventually will be offered in all of Ford’s global markets.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Estimated EPA fuel economy for the CX-5 is 26 city/33 highway (9.04 The all-wheel drive version, only available with SKYACTIV-Drive, carries an EPA rating of 25 city/30 highway (9.41 Not just for Zoom-Zoom but for the added benefit of improving fuel economy. L/100km, respectively).

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OCTOBER 8, 2019

Ram Truck announced EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2020 Ram 1500 powered by the new 3.0-liter Ram 1500’s unsurpassed 29 mpg highway fuel economy rating for 4x4 models is significant in that 4x4 models represent more than 80% of the U.S. The 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel also leads all trucks in fuel range.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

The PHEV drivetrain offers high performance (335 bhp/250 kW) combined with excellent fuel economy. Forward Collision Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control are already available on the recently redesigned 7-passenger 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander crossover vehicle. Future Safety Technologies.

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

A further benefit the systems offer is the ability to use longer final drive ratios in the transmission, effectively downspeeding the engine, which can positively affect fuel economy. The EA888 Evo4 engine under either hood can be paired with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG transmission in North America.

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Engine Exhaust Hungary MPG 397

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. The Sonata Hybrid is equipped with a Smartstream G2.0

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But we can all go pound sand in North America, unfortunately. Nevertheless, off-road gearheads in other parts of the world will be able to avail themselves of this tremendously square beast, showing up for duty with a 2.8L Such are the joys – and challenges – of our global marketplace. turbodiesel. inch 4Runner and 193.7-inch

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JUNE 15, 2010

liter TSI with 147 kW (200 PS / 197 hp), which will power the Jetta GLI in North America starting in 2011. The new 115 PS engine has a combined fuel economy of 28 mpg (8.4 Combined cycle fuel economy is estimated to be 34 mpg. Optimized for the new model are the 125 kW (170 PS / 168 hp) 2.5-liter

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

Ford unveiled the North American 2011 Ford Fiesta at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Fiesta—available in four- and five-door bodystyles—will offer North American buyers a new choice of 15 class-exclusive technologies and projected highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and Toyota Yaris and Corolla.

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

Allison Transmission recently introduced its first nine-speed model at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta. The innovative, fully automatic transmission, for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, will be available globally and is targeted for release in 2020. Available in three packages, FuelSense 2.0

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MARCH 22, 2014

liter MultiAir2 four-cylinder engine which produces 184 horsepower (137 kW), 173 lb-ft (235 N·m) of torque, with estimated fuel economy of 35 mpg highway. The benefits of the advanced-technology transmission are numerous, including the estimated highway fuel economy of 35 mpg when coupled with the 2.4-liter

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MARCH 9, 2013

Diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one transportation fuel worldwide by 2020 and continue to increase its share through 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s recently published Outlook For Energy: A View To 2040. Diesel demand accounts for 70% of the growth in demand for all transportation fuels through the forecast period to 2040.

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MAY 16, 2014

is adding optimized axle ratios to its 14X rear-drive axle portfolio to improve fuel efficiency in linehaul applications. ratio will be available for production in June, and a 2.85 With these new axle ratios, drivers will experience a fuel-economy sweet spot at road speeds of 62 to 65 mph. Meritor, Inc. Click to enlarge.

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JULY 16, 2020

A variable cooling system, variable oil pump and a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system all contribute to the engine’s high thermal efficiency and outstanding fuel economy. The Toyota-developed Dynamic Torque Control AWD system is available as a standalone option for the four-cylinder LE, XLE, SE, SE Nightshade and XSE grades.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

The city buses will be deployed in a replacement of 26 standard diesel buses, and will reduce fuel consumption and emissions by more than 40% when compared to their traditional counterpart. With its successful delivery of its China-government-certified drivetrain solutions to electrify 8, 10.5,

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APRIL 4, 2012

For North America, the 2014 Mazda6 will feature a SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine and be available with two transmissions, the SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual and SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic. Best-in-class fuel economy also is targeted, as was achieved on the CX-5 compact crossover SUV.

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JANUARY 12, 2010

liter gasoline engines combine turbocharging and fuel injection technology to deliver greater fuel economy. Ford expects up to 90% of its nameplates sold in North America will be available with downsized direct-injected turbocharged engines by 2013. The direct-injected 1.6-liter liter and 2.0-liter

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NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Cylinder deactivation is more effective at low speeds, improving fuel economy by approximately 20% when driving at a constant 40 km/h (25 mph), and by approximately 5% at a constant 80 km/h (50 mph). Mazda is the only automaker to equip a four-cylinder engine with cylinder deactivation in North America.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

EcoBoost technology combines smaller overall size with turbocharging, direct injection and variable valve timing to deliver significantly improved performance and fuel economy. Ford says its EcoBoost engines deliver up to 20% better fuel economy than larger-displacement gasoline engines. liter three-cylinder; 1.5-liter,

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JULY 17, 2017

Volvo Trucks North America’s new VNL series delivers up to 7.5% improved fuel efficiency when spec’d with Volvo’s available D13 Turbo Compound engine (D13TC). Combined with an additional 1 percent fuel efficiency benefit from the improved aerodynamics of the new VNL series, customers spec’ing the D13TC will see up to a 7.5

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APRIL 8, 2015

In North America, nearly 37% of new light duty vehicles sold in North America are expected to have the feature by 2020, with the rate expected to hit 46% by 2024 and grow steadily. This also offers opportunities for other engine efficiencies such as electric boost. —“ Start-Stop Vehicles ”.

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