Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This year, sustainability reporting and sustainable finance are among the top trends in international businesses. Investing in EV vehicles , controlling fuel costs and fleet downsizing are other green means that benefit this industry.

Transportation 61

Transportation Green Waste Fleet 61

Green Car Congress

JUNE 28, 2010

The presence of low-speed pre-ignition is considered a major impediment to automobile manufacturers’ efforts to aggressively downsize engines to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. This problem was important enough to the automotive industry that SwRI chose to fund the work internally through our internal research and development program. —Dr.

Engine 186

Engine Fuel Economy Gasoline Emissions 186

Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2013

The company is also the thermodynamic efficiency of gasoline engines using a suite of technologies that include downsizing, turbocharging, direct injection, variable valve timing and cylinder deactivation. Earlier post.). In 2012, GM invested more than $7.3 Note that the 2010 base year has been adjusted from 0.88 to reflect this change.

GM 275

GM MPG Manufacturer 2017 275

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

The White Paper was published by the US Coalition for Advanced Diesel Cars, a national organization focused on promoting technology neutral policies and the energy efficiency and environmental benefits of advanced clean diesel technology. The vast majority of the American fleet.will continue to be powered by internal combustion engines.

Standards 247

Standards Transportation Fuel Economy MPG 247

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2012

Citroën is introducing the first members of its new PureTech family of three-cylinder gasoline engines on the C3, DS3 and C-Elysée (for international markets) ranges. The design brief for the new-generation PureTech engines called for a clean break in powertrain development. Reduced internal friction. PureTech 3-cylinder engine.

Engine 281

Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology.

Diesel 186

Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2013

The report—“International comparison of light-duty vehicle fuel economy: An update using 2010 and 2011 new registration data”—was published for the GFEI by the International Energy Agency (IEA) which is a partner in the initiative. —“International comparison of light-duty vehicle fuel economy”. Engine power.

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 2005 170

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 31, 2016

A new white paper published by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), in collaboration with Eaton, Ricardo, JCI, BorgWarner, Honeywell, and the ITB Group, analyzes current turbocharged, downsized gasoline engine technology developments and trends. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge.

Downsizing 150

Downsizing EPA Engine Eaton 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2015

The engine should yield fuel efficiency gains of more than 50% compared to a downsized, turbo-charged gasoline direct injection engine, while reducing the overall cost of the powertrain system, said Fabien Redon, Vice President, Technology Development at Achates Power. Earlier post.) Fabien Redon.

Downsizing 150

Downsizing Engine Fuel Gasoline 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2011

As a result, BCG concludes, the electric car faces stiff competition from ICEs (internal combustion engines) and, based solely on total cost of ownership (TCO) economics, will not be the preferred option for most consumers. BCG finds that ICE technologies can reduce CO 2 emissions up to 40% at a cost as low as $50 per percentage of reduction.

CO2 246

CO2 Electric Cars 2020 United States 246

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2022

liter V6 internal combustion engine designed, developed and manufactured by Honda Performance Development [HPD]—the racing arm for Acura Motorsports in North America. The MGU is contained in a common transmission casing and gearbox internals provided by Xtrac.

Acura 293

Acura Cars North America Concept 293

Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2015

Local incentives may also be available; for example, the clean vehicle rebate in California is an additional $1,500 and Sonata Plug-in Hybrid is eligible for California’s Green Clean Air Vehicle Decals that allow access to the HOV lanes. Sonata PHEV is expected to deliver 93 MPGe combined in EV mode based on internal estimates.

PHEV 150

PHEV 2016 Hyundai Plug-in 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2010

This study, released by the International Council on Clean Transportation ( ICCT ), focused on the use of lightweight materials and efficient design and demonstrated substantial mass savings. Lotus Engineering has conducted a detailed study to develop a commercially viable mass reduction strategy for mainstream passenger vehicles.

2020 230

2020 Engine Vehicles 2017 230

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Kia Motors Europe will unveil a new Kia cee’d GT Line specification at the 85 th Salon International de l’Automobile in Geneva on 3 March. In addition to a range of visual upgrades, the new cee’d GT Line features the debut of Kia’s all-new downsized 1.0-liter liter GDi engine.

Kia 150

Kia Downsizing Fuel Economy Cleaner Emissions 150

EV Central

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ram mid-sized ute Ram has comfirmed it will produce a new mid-sized EV pick-up truck (ute) to be released between 2024 and 2026 Ram is known for its big American pickup trucks, but the brand that was spun off from Dodge is set to downsize with a new mid-sized ute to take on the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux.

F-150 93

F-150 Hummer Australia Silverado 93

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2018

The new concept follows two other design studies revealed by Infiniti in the last 12 months: the Prototype 9 and the Infiniti Q Inspiration Concept ( earlier post ), unveiled at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Infinity 170

Infinity Concept Electric Electrical 170

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2017

The researchers suggest that there are engine architectures that can provide higher thermodynamic efficiencies than available from modern internal combustion engines; however, new fuels are required to maximize efficiency and operability across a wide speed/load range. Higher fuel laminar flame speed expands dilute or lean operation.

Engine 150

Engine Fuel Downsizing Gasoline 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Hyundai Motor’s new downsized 1.0 Honeywell unveiled its annual survey in advance of the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). The unit features a six-hole GDI injector, pressured to a higher-than-average 200 bar, securing a clean combustion and improving fuel economy and emissions to fulfill Euro 6 emission standards.

Hyundai 150

Hyundai Engine Fuel Economy Downsizing 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 28, 2009

Audi will unveil three new vehicles at Frankfurt’s International Motor Show (IAA): the efficient A3 1.2 TDI clean diesel quattro, and the S5 Sportback. Downsizing is a key element of Audi’s efficiency strategy. TDI clean diesel quattro. TFSI, the low-emission A4 3.0 Audi A3 and A3 Sportback 1.2 Audi debuted the 3.0

Audi 170

Audi MPH Diesel MPG 170

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2015

Aeristech’s 48v eSupercharger has already been demonstrated by MAHLE Powertrain UK in a D-segment appraisal vehicle using its downsized turbocharged 1.2 This patented control architecture delivers a controller efficiency in excess of 95% with low internal switching frequency and low-cost internal components. Source: Aeristech.

Gasoline-Electric 150

Gasoline-Electric Electric Electrical Engine 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

A 2025 CO 2 target of an average 70 g/km for new cars in the EU could be met with very little electrification and with an average payback period of less than 4 years, according to a new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT).

CO2 150

CO2 Cars 2014 Exhaust 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Achates used CFD (computational fluid dynamics) studies correlated with single-cylinder engine test results to develop a clean and efficient combustion system. Cutaway of power module concept, showing internal gear train. The power cylinder system comprises pistons, cylinders, cylinder liners, port designs and fuel system.

Diesel 334

Diesel Power Powered Exhaust 334

Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2014

They found that at all loads, GDCI was remarkably clean, with the potential for no aftertreatment for NO x and particulate emissions. Throughout the world, many efforts are being made to improve the thermal efficiency of internal combustion engines. FSN (smoke number). CNL (combustion noise). load & speed dependent.

Gasoline 304

Gasoline Engine Fuel Wisconsin 304

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

They use cheap, clean, and domestic electricity for short trips and daily commutes, displacing or eliminating oil consumption and CO2 pollution. This number represents the electric propulsion range of the PHEV before it must depend upon its internal combustion engine for motive power. In English-system (vs. it is in miles.

PHEV 49

PHEV Prius Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 49

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2011

The Commission is currently revising existing policies and the report will feed into the initiative on clean transport systems, to be launched later this year. The initiative intends to develop a consistent long-term strategy for fully meeting the energy demands of the transport sector from alternative and sustainable sources by 2050.

Alternative Fuels 236

Alternative Fuels Fuel Europe Gas-Electric 236

Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2013

Focused on meeting a growing customer demand for ‘downsized’ engines offering strong power with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, the new gasoline and diesel powertrains are being progressively introduced across the Opel product range. Multiple injections also make the combustion process clean, smooth and quiet. l/100 km (58.8

Engine 287

Engine 2016 Fuel Economy Fuel 287

Green Cars News

AUGUST 30, 2009

Three strikes and Audi is definitely IN at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. TFSI: Part of Audi’s philosophy in addressing efficiency is downsizing and so it’s no surprise to see a new turbocharged petrol direct injection 1.2 TFSI; the low-emission A4 3.0TDI; and the S5 Sportback.

Audi 36

Audi Vehicles Fuel Economy Downsizing 36

Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

He was formerly with the University of Wisconsin and Rockwell International, and holds a Ph.D. Most drivers of BEVs will need two cars: the electric car for economical short range commuting, and a separate conventional liquid-fuel internal combustion vehicle for long distance travel. Smaller and lighter, it requires less liquid fuel.

PHEV 150

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

is likely to unveil a prototype plug-in hybrid at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit as part of its company-wide focus on "electrifying" the car, GM officials said Thursday. told the Nikkei International Automotive Conference in Tokyo. We hope Ford will, and then move ahead! 11/11/06 General Motors Corp. Bloomberg ).

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45