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NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Biosynthetic Technologies has received ILSAC GF-5 certification on both SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 grade passenger car motor oil (PCMO) formulations using its Biosynthetic Base Oil. A key component of the ILSAC GF-5 designation is demonstrated fuel economy improvement.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy comparison. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. Source: NREL. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Mated with a responsive new transmission, the 2022 Rogue delivers improved power, best-in-class gasoline-engine fuel economy, most standard torque of any gasoline engine in its class and a more thrilling driving experience. Rogue also maintains the most standard safety technology in its class for 2022. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 28, 2016

Seventeen trucking fleets operating more than 62,000 tractors and 217,000 trailers recorded a 3% increase in fuel economy in 2015, saving an accumulative $501 million on fuel when compared to the 2015 national average fuel spend of 1.7 million over-the-road class 8 trucks. Investing in efficiency technologies is the new normal.

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JUNE 21, 2023

At an Investor Day event in Seoul, Hyundai Motor said that it will accelerate its transition toward becoming a smart mobility solution provider by securing a large-scale investment of KRW 109.4 It encompasses nearly all vehicle classes, ranging from small and large SUVs to pickup trucks, along with the flagship models of the Genesis brand.

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OCTOBER 1, 2013

XL Hybrids’ third-generation inline post transmission motor and system components. developer of a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1 to 4 commercial fleet use ( earlier post ), unveiled its third-generation XL3 product release for model year 2014 vehicles. Click to enlarge. XL Hybrids, Inc.,

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

division, maker of the Delo brand of heavy duty engine oils, lubricants and coolants, unveiled a new category of heavy duty motor oil designed to address the growth of severe duty applications in on- and off-highway markets. Improved fuel economy over SAE 15W-40 conventional oils. Chevron Products Company, a Chevron USA Inc.

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MARCH 5, 2022

Researchers at the University of Michigan and Ford Motor Company have conducted a cradle-to-grave life cycle GHG assessment of model year 2020 ICEV, HEV, and BEV sedans, sports utility vehicles (SUVs), and pickup trucks in the United States. The lower and higher limits of each range are results for base and premium models, respectively.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Capstone Turbine Corporation successfully completed track testing of a Kenworth Class 7 hybrid electric work truck using its 65kW microturbine as an on-board range extender. The Kenworth Class 7 work truck features a Capstone C65 microturbine that is installed onboard and operates on compressed natural gas. Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 22, 2011

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) announced it is in talks with Suzuki Motor Corporation towards OEM supply of a minicar-class light commercial electric vehicle based on the MINICAB-MiEV. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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JUNE 1, 2023

Combined fuel economy is 29 MPG. kWh lithium-ion battery that drives a 90-kW electric motor on the rear axle with 184 lb.-ft. Total output is a best-in-class 285 horsepower and 347 lb.-ft. The all-new Alfa Romeo Tonale ( earlier post ) has completed final US EPA testing with an electric range of 33 miles and MPGe rating of 77.

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JANUARY 20, 2014

In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation launched the completely redesigned Voxy minivan through Netz dealers, and the completely redesigned Noah minivan through Toyota Corolla dealers; hybrid models are scheduled for release on 14 February. Motor model. Maximum motor output. Maximum motor torque. Click to enlarge. Both the 1.8-liter

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

Toyota’s next generation fuel cell electric technology is now powering a new set of Class 8 heavy-duty trucks. A more compact hydrogen storage cabinet behind the cab houses six hydrogen tanks with the same capacity as previous prototypes while a new, more powerful lithium-ion battery helps smooth out the power flow to the electric motors.

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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 second-generation e-POWER system features an all-new electric motor and inverter. Electric motor torque was increased by 10% and output by 6%.

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DECEMBER 24, 2013

Hyundai Motor America and Kia Motors America have entered into settlement agreements with current and former owners and lessees of vehicles affected by the Hyundai/Kia November 2012 lowering of fuel economy ratings. Assuming preliminary approval is granted, notices will be sent to individual class members. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 24, 2021

Bye Aerospace announced an eight-seat all-electric twin turbo-prop class airplane, the eFlyer 800. Safety features include two wing-mounted electric motors, each with dual redundant motor windings, quad-redundant battery packs and a full airplane parachute. The ENGINeUS 45 motor has a continuous power of 45kW.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2013

million kilometers (2 million miles) of experience with the Mercedes-Benz B-Class Fuel Cell fleet as well as the main technical targets envisioned for the next generation fuel cell electric car. The B-Class F-Cell vehicle represented Mercedes-Benzs second-generation fleet experience. Earlier post.). million miles) in fleet testing.

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MARCH 14, 2013

The new SuperTruck achieved a 54% increase in fuel economy. and Peterbilt Motors Company, a division of PACCAR, released test results showing their demonstration SuperTruck tractor-trailer achieved a 54% increase in fuel economy, averaging nearly 10 mpg US (23.5 Click to enlarge. Cummins Inc.

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MARCH 6, 2015

(EDI) announced the availability of a Class 3 utility truck based upon its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) drivetrain that reduces emissions and fuel use by up to 80%. EDI’s utility solution set is expansive, now spanning Class 3 light duty, Class 4-6 medium duty, and Class 7-8 heavy-duty commercial work trucks.

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JANUARY 20, 2020

Toyota Motor Europe reported 2019 sales of 1,089,422 Toyota and Lexus vehicles, an increase of +5.2% It is also on course to deliver best-in-class CO 2 emissions and fuel economy: Toyota’s pre-homologation, WLTP-standard data indicates CO 2 output of less than 29 g/km.

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MAY 21, 2013

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will launch its next-generation global compact sedan, to be named Attrage, in the Thai market this July. MIVEC engine, the Attrage is projected to deliver fuel economy of 22 km/liter (51.8 The car has a drag coefficient (CD) of 0.29, among the best in its class. Powered by a 1.2L mpg US, 4.5

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MARCH 31, 2014

The C 180 (115 kW) with manual transmission was taken as the base variant of the new C-Class at market launch for the lifecycle analysis; it was compared with the corresponding preceding model. Production of the new C-Class results in a higher CO 2 emissions than in the case of the predecessor (7.3 The new C-Class.

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JUNE 30, 2014

(EDI), a producer of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and continuously variable transmission (CVT) solutions ( earlier post ), is partnering with Greenkraft , CALSTART, and the California Energy Commission (CEC) to develop a Class-4 vehicle that combines the benefits of compressed natural gas (CNG) and PHEV technology. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 16, 2013

Protean Electric introduced its production in-wheel motor at the 2013 Society of Automotive Engineers World Congress in Detroit. The motors reside in the space behind the wheel. Other features of Protean’s in-wheel motors include: Mass of only 31 kg (68 lbs) per motor. Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. 2016 Sonata Hybrid offers best-in-class cargo volume at 13.3

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APRIL 1, 2021

This is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-and-Trade dollars to work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen the economy, and improve public health and the environment—particularly in disadvantaged communities. The new Gen 2.0 The new Gen 2.0

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

General Motors revealed its new-generation ECOTEC 1.0T Fuel economy has been improved by up to 10% compared to the engines powering the popular Buick Excelle GT. dual injection engines that are being launched in China. They will power Buick and Chevrolet models built and sold in the Chinese domestic market starting later this year.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2014

Motor Trend named the Volkswagen Golf family—Golf 1.8T, Golf TDI Clean Diesel, Golf GTI and e-Golf models—as the 2015 Motor Trend Car of the Year. —Motor Trend. Motor Trend ’s Car of the Year program is open to any all-new or substantially upgraded 2015 automobile. Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

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AUGUST 31, 2020

Toyota Motor Corporation has released the Yaris Cross, a new-model compact SUV. Furthermore, the hybrid variant achieves world-class, top-level fuel economy for its class (2WD, 30.8 The Yaris Cross will be available through Toyota dealers nationwide from 31 August. km/L in WLTC mode) (3.25 l/100km, 72.4

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Topic 2: Electric Motor Research Increasing Power Density 8x (up to $3.5 Potential technologies in response to this AOI include, but are not limited to, the following: Printable magnetic materials for motors – Instead of laminations, one approach to building high power density, high-speed motors is using solid 3D printed materials.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Polestar 2 Single and Dual Motor A Major Update with More Power and Range Polestar recently invited the automotive media to get behind the wheel of its revised Polestar 2 single and dual motor sedan, what Polestar says is a “5-door electric performance fastback.” For brevity, we will stick with sedan.

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MARCH 4, 2009

American Honda Motor has introduced a Class 8 hybrid diesel electric truck into its truck fleet at its parts center in Alpharetta, Ga—the first such in the auto industry. Honda uses Class 8 trucks to transport service parts between its parts centers and dealerships.

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AUGUST 16, 2023

Next up will be the Polestar 2 with a larger single electric motor and then the company’s first SUV, the Polestar 3. Power and Range The 2023 Polestar 2 Dual Motor Performance Plus, built in Luqiao, China, has electric motors on each axle, producing a total of 476 horsepower and 502 pound-feet of torque. kWh per 100 miles.

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AUGUST 27, 2016

For 2017, the Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup offers an all-new V-6 engine and class-exclusive eight-speed automatic. According to Stan Ludlow, chief engineer for the 2017 Colorado, the engine and transmission were calibrated to emphasize performance and refinement while optimizing fuel economy. —Stan Ludlow.

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JUNE 11, 2021

An electric portal axle with hub motors provides fast and efficient propulsion for the Enviro500EV CHARGE with 2×125kW peak power output. A class-leading 648 kWh of energy storage is provided by batteries that are integrated in the chassis and the rear of the vehicle for a low center of gravity and great stability.

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MAY 16, 2013

Mercedes-Benz’s new generation flagship S-Class, introduced at an elaborate event at Airbus in Finkenwerder, marks a number of technology firsts in numerous areas from comfort, to driver control, to efficiency. The gasoline engine develops 225 kW (306 hp) and the electric motor adds another 20 kW. New S 400 HYBRID. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 1, 2012

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will launch the all-new Mirage global compact car at dealerships throughout Japan on 31 August at an MSRP ranging from ¥998,000 to ¥1,288,000 (US$12,800 to $16,500). With AS&G (Auto Stop & Go, i.e., a stop-start system) and other technologies applied, the M and G trim levels achieve fuel economy of 27.2

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