Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2009

For the first time, a transmission cross beam has been manufactured of the plastic polyamide and used as standard in the new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 550i. The first transmission cross beam made of plastic (front) was developed by ContiTech in close cooperation with BMW and BASF. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

The TEG technology, which converts waste heat from gas exhaust into electric energy and has the potential to improve passenger car fuel efficiency by as much as 5%. With the addition of this project, Gentherm adds the US Army Tank Automotive, Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) to its passenger car key partners Ford and BMW.

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Fuel Economy Energy Waste Vehicles 341

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2015

BMW presented an initial selection of technology highlights for the next generation of the BMW 7 Series model range featuring developments in lightweight design, driving dynamics, comfort, intelligent connectivity and operation. PreDrive BMW 7 Series camouflaged. BMW 7 Series body-in-white / carbon. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Carbon Concept Standards 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Tenneco and Gentherm (formerly BSST/Amerigon) are part of a US Department of Energy (DOE) consortium actively developing a thermoelectric generator (TEG) for capturing waste exhaust heat in vehicles and converting it to electrical energy to be used to power electrical systems within the vehicle. —Gentherm President and CEO Daniel R.

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Fuel Economy Waste Economy Fuel 218

Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2014

In order to meet the requirements placed on the unit and its integration in the cylinder head, we worked closely with the BMW Group starting from the simulation phase—an indication of trust that we greatly appreciate. Second, cooling of the exhaust flow reduces the thermal load on the catalytic converter, meaning it hardly ages at all.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2022

Papers from BMW and Hydrogen Energy Research Lab show that sufficiently lean hydrogen combustion in properly designed combustion chamber results in close to zero NO x. OP engines utilize direct injection after ports closure to avoid the risk of fuel short circuiting out the exhaust. Fuel Injection. Mahle Powertrain, Plymouth, MI.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 8, 2015

European vehicle manufacturers and their suppliers, in cooperation with the refining industry, lead the world in the development of state‐of‐the‐art diesel engine technology. We have introduced high‐efficiency diesel engines and diesel particulate filters that eliminate almost all particle emissions from the exhaust tailpipe.

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Diesel Fleet Renewable Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 2, 2017

million currently approved Euro 5 and 6 diesels in the country, according to the outcome of the “National Diesel Forum” held in Berlin today between the automotive industry and the German Federal and state governments. The German KBA will also test exhaust emissions even with approved vehicles. At Wednesday’s National Diesel Forum.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Exeed is a luxury brand that intends to compete with Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. I’ve been writing about the automotive industry for years and, before that, I was doing research on behalf of automakers. They were sized all wrong, often underpowered, and featured things like fake exhaust tips. No quality issues, or anything.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

To mark this occasion the automotive and motor trading industries have launched an online clean diesel campaign to raise awareness among consumers and policy makers about clean diesel—a three-part solution comprising cleaner diesel fuel, advanced engines and effective emissions control technology. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The list of powertrains (note we can’t say engines anymore) was fairly exhaustive—39 vehicles were evaluated with 18 of those electrified models. The final list recognizes the shift the auto industry is making towards electrification, which is currently encompassing all of the pathways recognized in the list. 0L Turbo four-cylinder.

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Engine Plug-in F-150 Hyundai 68

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Such a standard will be necessary for the global automotive industry to achieve the economies of scale demanded by original equipment manufacturers. The three-day conference showcased technological advances being achieved by the European industry in the development of 48V mild hybrids. Click to enlarge. The conference. Earlier post.).

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Standards International Vehicles Hybrid 257

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2017

BMW has established solid electrification credentials. With BMW i, the BMW Group was the first German manufacturer to make a clear commitment to electromobility, notes BMW AG Management Board Chairman Harald Krüger. In addition to these measures, the BMW Group is preparing an EU-wide fleet-renewal campaign.

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BMW Diesel Exhaust 2017 150

Baua Electric

MAY 14, 2024

Jeremiads lamenting China’s takeover of the global auto industry are everywhere these days. Retreating behind tariff walls or outright bans will further isolate America’s auto industry into a Galapagos market of ridiculous trucks sold at nosebleed prices.” Three recent accounts stand out from the pack. Williams asks.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2016

The 2017 BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) is in production and will arrive at US dealerships in August starting at $89,100 plus $995 Destination and Handling. With its eDrive technology, the BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance can be driven in all-electric mode up to 75 mph (120.7

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. Road Test: 2016 BMW X5 xDrive40e Plug-in Hybrid. News: BMW iX EV.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 15, 2024

This is one area where GM is an industry leader, and after the initial service plan expires, it is well worth renewing. The tail continues with vertical LED tail lights, twin rectangular chrome-tipped exhaust ports, and the hands-free power lift gate.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you order the performance exhaust or go for the Z51 package, those numbers go up to 495 and 470. The LED tail lights sit wide above the two sets of dual chrome exhaust tips, making for an almost menacing look. News: BMW Adds iPeformance. Premium fuel is required to get the full 490 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2015

The auto industry has known for a long time that business-as-usual was literally unsustainable. Globally, the automotive industry is being driven to provide more fuel efficient, less polluting and more electrified vehicles primarily by regulatory pressures, although consumer demand is playing its part as well.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 28, 2021

What you will see is a sharp design with a great stance that rivals its Mercedes-Benz CLA, BMW 2-Series, and the Audi A3 competitors. with the 10-speed automatic smoothly accelerating through the gears while making a pleasant rumble from the twin exhaust. Under $34,000. In 286 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 27.2

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 11, 2021

Competing with the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5-Series , Kia Stinger , Genesis G70 , Polestar 2 and the Lexus ES , the CT5 brings credible performance with the base engine, and has an overall attractive design that grabs attention. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive. liter engine or 550 horsepower. Road Test: 2021 Polestar 2.

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Cadillac MPG Fuel Economy Clean 92

Cars That Think

MARCH 29, 2022

Michael Leiters , who was Ferrari’s chief technology officer (he recently left the company), says there’s no denying that electrification in the car industry is largely being driven by the need to comply with strict emissions regulations, including for carbon dioxide. liters of displacement, for an industry-record 221 hp per liter.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. Andrew Frank is a significant industry dignitary credited as being the “Inventor” (or “Father”) of the modern day Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. by Professor Andrew Alfonso Frank. CTO Efficient Drivetrains Inc.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

A full charge on an industrial outlet thus takes less than two-and-half hours. To further promote these standards worldwide, Audi co-founded the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) with BMW, Daimler, Opel, Porsche and Volkswagen, connector manufacturers Mennekes and PhoenixContact, and the TÜV SÜD inspection authority in May 2015.

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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