Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2013

In a fairly bleak assessment of global progress towards low-carbon energy, the International Energy Agency (IEA) concluded that, despite a few bright spots such as the rapid expansion of renewable technologies and the growth of hybrid and EV sales, the progress is far below that required to achieve a 2 °C pathway—i.e., Source: IEA.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2014

Re-emphasizing the general technology points that have emerged over the past few months at different events while adding a bit more detail, Yoshikazu Tanaka, Product General Manager of the Product Planning Group, said at the Geneva show that Toyota’s current fuel cell (FC) system features an output power density of 3.0

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2011

Ford made a splash at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit with the introduction of 10 C-segment cars, including a new hybrid and plug-in hybrid based on the C-MAX ( earlier post )—this following on the roll-out the prior week of the Ford Focus Electric ( earlier post ). .; Hydrogen is farther out.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

In the event of slippage it instantaneously engages a hydraulic power supply to transfer extra torque to the wheel with the most traction by modulating the differential from fully open to fully locked, and anywhere in between, depending on driving conditions. —Dave Genise. Tiggo, 1.3S A3 and Riich 1.3S Volkswagen’s 2010 1.4L

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MAY 1, 2012

At the same event, Delphi also revealed a new common rail system for small, one- to four-cylinder diesel engines, including non-automotive applications. This concept system is expected to be ideal for heavily downsized applications and developing markets. New high pressure heavy duty common rail systems. Crossley, D.

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JUNE 4, 2010

For example, the report notes the promise of cylinder deactivation, turbocharging and downsizing. The committee estimated costs for turbocharging and downsizing to range from close to zero, when converting from a V6 to a four cylinder engine, to almost $1,000 when converting from a V8 to a V6.

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MARCH 29, 2018

In addition, Kona Electric energy efficiency is internally-estimated at 117 MPGe, superior to Nissan Leaf (112 MPGe), Tesla Model S (104 MPGe), and Tesla Model X (93 MPGe). cubic feet of rear cargo volume, exactly the same volume as the Kona with an internal combustion engine. Battery pack energy density is 141.3 Active safety.

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Green Cars News

DECEMBER 2, 2009

The eyes of the automotive world continue to focus on the Los Angeles Auto Show, and it’s no surprise after another vehicle made its debut at the event. Known as Powershift, it is a dual dry clutch transmission that operates with sealed internal lubrication that reduces fuel consumption by limiting the friction.

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JANUARY 27, 2014

liter, three-cylinder turbo gasoline engine weighing only 40 kg (88 lbs) as the companion internal combustion engine for its electric ZEOD RC which will debut at Le Mans this year. Our engine team has done a truly remarkable job with the internal combustion engine. The 400 hp DIG-T R race engine. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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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.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Although the main applications covered by BMT have been focused on Internal Combustion Engines (timing gear sets or balancing shafts systems) over the last 3 decades, BMT, following the trend of the automotive market, is now involved in the manufacturing of complex parts for Electric Vehicle gearboxes (e-Drives).

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

The eCharger can spin at speeds of up to 80,000 rpm and uses Aeristech’s patented switching technology to reduce the frequency of internal switching events by 60% compared to conventional motors, meaning a significant reduction in heat and improved efficiency on the basis of like-for-like electrical switchgear cost.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2011

Turbocharging and downsizing can also yield fuel consumption reductions. Downsizing is an important strategy applicable in combination with technologies that increase engine torque, such as turbocharging or supercharging. Part of the gain from advanced-level CI diesel engines comes from downsizing.

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Fuel Downsizing Fuel Economy Diesel 210

Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2015

The second-generation hybrid system has been thoroughly enhanced from its predecessor: The downsized GDI engine features an aluminum block and head, a compression ratio of 13.5:1, Sonata PHEV is expected to deliver 93 MPGe combined in EV mode based on internal estimates. l/100 km) combined based on internal testing.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Two-stroke engines offer fuel efficiency advantages compared to four-stroke engines—the amount of fuel per cylinder displacement injected for each combustion event can be reduced to roughly half for the same power as a four-stroke engine. Cutaway of power module concept, showing internal gear train. Source: Achates.

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JUNE 27, 2017

The core element of the new engine is a new combustion process combining short intake events with a high compression ratio. Put another way, the rightsizing approach combines the fuel economy benefits of downsizing with the power of a larger-displacement unit. 4Motion with Active Control all-wheel drive system is optional.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

Jaguar Land Rover showcased a number of the other collaborative research projects it is leading at the Low Carbon Vehicle (LCV) 2013 event. These projects include the extreme downsizing of internal combustion engines; efficient management and storage of heat energies; and weight reduction of engines through innovative new design concepts.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2014

Throughout the world, many efforts are being made to improve the thermal efficiency of internal combustion engines. For this reason, GDCI is a good candidate for aggressive downsizing, downspeeding, and boosting, which is a proven strategy for high vehicle-level fuel economy. FSN (smoke number). CNL (combustion noise).

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MAY 11, 2010

Our customers are downsizing their engines to meet stringent CO2 requirements. The system in the Polo BlueMotion can deliver up to six injection events per combustion cycle. Delphi says that the common rail system will suit future generations of downsized engines in a range of vehicle classes.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Antonov will showcase its new and advanced 2-speed and 3-speed technology ( earlier post ) at the UK’s low carbon vehicle event LCV2010 being held at Millbrook Proving Ground on 15-16 September 2010. Detailed 3D stereolithographic models will be on display of both the 2-speed and 3-speed transmission technologies.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

This number represents the electric propulsion range of the PHEV before it must depend upon its internal combustion engine for motive power. What does the number after the PHEV represent, how do we measure their mileage and performance? In English-system (vs. metric) countries like the U.S, it is in miles.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2014

The initial discussions between the FIA and the engine manufacturers were focused on delivering a more efficient internal combustion engine and more potent Hybrid systems. Measures must be taken to ensure that, in the event of failure of the turbine wheel, any resulting significant debris is contained within the car.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

The new high-powered TDCi diesel engine follows the downsizing trend we’ve led with our EcoBoost petrol technology. liter EcoBoost engine was in 2014 named International Engine of the Year for a third time in a row, and will join the Mondeo engine line-up in early 2015 with 125 PS (92 kW) and CO 2 emissions of 119 g/km.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Based on these engine studies, they installed a downsized four-cylinder 1.6-liter report on their investigation of double injection strategies with straight-run naphtha in a single-cylinder diesel engine from low to high loads in a paper in the International Journal of Engine Research. Leermakers, C., Somers, L., de Goey, L.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 30, 2009

Three strikes and Audi is definitely IN at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. The car maker has lined up three new vehicles to make their debut at the event: the efficient A3 1.2 TFSI; the low-emission A4 3.0TDI; and the S5 Sportback. Let’s take a look at each one: Audi A3 and A3 Sportback 1.2

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. todays answer is "Yes -- but not yet."

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