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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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(As examples of SUV/MPV-style electric vehicle fuel efficiency, the 2016 Tesla Model X AWD - 75D is EPA-rated at 93 MPGe combined city/highway; the Model X AWD - P90D is EPA-rated at 89 MPGe; and the 2016 BYD e6 compact MPV is EPA-rated at 72 MPGe. All figures from fueleconomy.gov.). Click to enlarge.

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Split injection Miller cycle with boost decreases knock tendency and increases torque in downsized engine

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Researchers at Tianjin University in China report that combing split injection to the Miller cycle with boost pressure can effectively decrease the knock tendency and increase the engine torque in a downsized spark-ignition engine. The researchers used a Ricardo E6 4-stroke SI engine in the study, with a swept volume of 0.5

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Improving performance of 2-methylfuran as alternative SI fuel using cooled EGR

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In the Tianjin study, the team explored the impact of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) rates from 0% to 15% and compression ratios (CRs) of 8, 9, and 10 on the combustion characteristics and emission performance of 2-methylfuran (MF) and gasoline. —Pan et al. 2014.04.054.

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EADS demonstrating electric and hybrid aviation propulsion; innovative distributed propulsion series hybrid

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EADS has also engineered together with Diamond Aircraft and Siemens an updated series hybrid electric motor glider, the Diamond Aircraft DA36 E-Star 2. With the engines located close to the centre-line of the aircraft, the E-Fan has very good controllability in single-engine flight. Total static engine thrust is about 1.5

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Mahindra Electric’s Greenwashing With SUV Monstrosities | Community Reaction

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For example, take a look at our Kia E6/Ioniq 5 video. Without the need to find a place for an engine, transmission, radiator, exhaust system, and driveshaft, there is a lot more room for people and their stuff inside, so electric cars feel more spacious even if they are the same size as traditional models on the outside.

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