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Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 The engine also features Chevrolet’s first application of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery, or EGHR, technology, which uses exhaust heat to warm the engine and cabin.

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EcoTec3 V-8 engine ( earlier post ) equipped with direct injection, cylinder deactivation (AFM) and variable valve timing to achieve EPA estimates of 16 mpg city (14.7 In addition to highway fuel economy estimates that are 2 mpg higher than a 2013 Ford V8 pickup equipped with a 5.0L 2WD Pickup truck fuel economy comparisons.

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These changes increase Accent’s EPA estimated fuel economy to 33 mpg city, 41 highway, 36 combined, up considerably from the 28 city, 38 highway, 32 combined mpg rating with last year’s 1.6-liter DPI engine include: Fuel injection at the intake stroke decreases wall wetting for improved fuel economy and reduced emissions.

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The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. Our engineers were comprehensive and thorough when it came to evaluating and modifying the aspects of the car’s performance that contribute to fuel economy. Aerodynamics.

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The transient results illustrate the gradual formation of the nucleation mode particles with continuous increase in exhaust temperatures. Current 2010 USEPA emissions standards for NO x and PM are set at 0.20 The team used a MY 2007 Volvo MD11 engine compliant with USEPA 2007 emissions standards. Click to enlarge.

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Exhaust Diesel West Virginia 2007 218

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liter V6 engine in the Ford 2011 F-150 full-size pickup (earlier post) is projected to deliver best-in-class 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. liter V8 is projected to deliver 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. The all-new 3.7-liter liter V6, 5.0-liter

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Solid bars represent low ambient temperature measurements whereas open, dashed bars represent standard temperature measurements. mg/mi at standard temperature to 4.3?4.5 mg/mi at standard temperature to 0.01?0.5 E10 was found to reduce BC emissions from the GDI vehicle by 15% at standard temperature and by 75% at 19 °F (?7

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As reported in a paper in ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology , the results showed that GDI technology has the potential to meet the upcoming California LEV III and US EPA Tier 3 PM mass standard of 3 mg/mi (phasing in over MY2017?2021) Schematic diagram of test vehicle engine & exhaust system and PM sampling systems.

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Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, the EPA gave the all-new minivan a rating of 10 in its Green Vehicle Guide.

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Source of data: US EPA (2019). which are regulated under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) because of their adverse effects on human health and the environment. —“Technology Feasibility for Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks in Achieving 90% Lower NO x Standards in 2027”. Chart: MECA.

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liter engine and next-generation Xtronic CVT with sub-planetary gear, offers combined fuel economy of 34 mpg (6.9 liter engine, which along with the Xtronic CVT with sub-planetary gear helps deliver a 13% improvement in EPA combined fuel economy. Fuel economy is rated at 30 mpg (7.84 2013 Nissan Sentra. Click to enlarge.

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liter V6, while also improving fuel economy. The 2011 Highlander Hybrid receives EPA estimated fuel economy ratings of 28 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (8.4 The 2010 Highlander Hybrid carries an EPA fuel economy rating of 27 mpg city, 25 mpg highway. liter V6 for 2011, replacing the previous 3.3-liter Active Safety.

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Highlander Fuel Economy 2011 Economy 186

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The chart shows heat release from a standard diesel combustion cycle (solid black line), overlaid with the heat release from a TSCi cycle (dashed blue line). TSCi combustion minimizes heat loss to the cylinder walls and in the exhaust. The Syracuse team, for example, is using exhaust gas heat to help bring the fuel to SC states.)

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 297

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Technology changes related to revised emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks are causing an increase in heavy-duty truck engine problems and a decrease in overall satisfaction with the powertrain, according to the JD Power and Associates 2012 US Heavy-Duty Truck Engine and Transmission Study. Overall Scores. Based on scale of 1,000).

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Engine EPA Emissions Power 268

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The PowerCard generates power from exhaust source temperatures ranging from 400-600 °C using Alphabet Energy’s proprietary thermoelectric materials: tetrahedrite and magnesium silicide stannide. connected, semiautonomous) while also achieving fuel efficiency standards (e.g., US EPA CAFE Standards). The PowerCard.

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Data presented as mean ± standard deviation, N=3. The researchers used four fuels: a baseline US EPA Tier 3 E10 fuel; one E10 fuel with higher aromatics content than the baseline E10; an E30 fuel that was splash-blended with the Tier 3 E10; and an E78 fuel. Their paper is published in the ACS journal Energy & Fuels. Yang et al.

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Pollution Fuel Vehicles Emissions 255

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Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L It is a dual-equal cam phasing system that adjusts camshaft timing at the same rate for both intake and exhaust valves. V-8 and 6.2L

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GMC Chevrolet 2015 Yukon 210

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The EcoFit Single Module is designed to be up to 60% smaller and 40% lighter compared to the EPA 2013 solution it supersedes, all while improving emissions reduction performance. EcoFit DPF systems use wall-flow substrates typically made of porous ceramic media that capture exhaust gas and remove PM or soot particles.

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The 2017 Prius Prime offers an EPA-estimated 133 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent)—a substantial 26% enhancement over its predecessor model, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, as a result of greater battery capacity and the improved hybrid system. The EPA-estimated all-electric range is up to 25 miles at up to 84 mph.

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In-use testing of three light duty diesel vehicles—certified to US-EPA Tier2-Bin5 and California LEV-II ULEV emissions limits— found a wide variation in real world emissions performance relative to the regulatory limits. diesels and one 3.0L diesel) over pre-defined test routes exhibiting diverse driving conditions.

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outboards—release one-fifth of the carbon monoxide emissions of a four-stroke engine at idle and are compliant with stringent US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), European Union (EU), and California Air Resources Board (CARB) 3-Star ultra-low emissions standards.

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One locomotive in this series of 25 will be based in Roseville to test the combined use of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), and diesel particulate filtering (DPF). The proposed standards would also yield sizeable reductions in emissions of HC, CO, and other air toxics. Earlier post.)

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California Emissions EPA Mariner 231

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TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic). It is one of the most fuel-efficient engines in its class, and already conforms to the LEV3 emissions standard in the US. Fuel economy improvement. Click to enlarge.

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G is fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG) or renewable natural gas (RNG), utilizing Cummins Westport’s proprietary spark-ignited, stoichiometric combustion with cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (SEGR) technology. greenhouse gas (GHG) and fuel-economy regulations. The ISB6.7 The ISB6.7

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Gas Engine Market Nevada 150

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G will operate exclusively on natural gas (CNG or LNG) utilizing Cummins Westport’s proprietary spark-ignited, stoichiometric combustion with cooled exhaust gas recirculation (SEGR) technology, first introduced with the 8.9-liter g/bhp-hr PM and 2016 US greenhouse gas and fuel economy regulations. The ISB6.7 liter ISL G. The ISB6.7

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Gas Engine North Carolina Exhaust 150

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grams per brake horsepower-hr (g/bhp-hr) NO x ; this represents a 90% reduction from the current EPA 2010 standard of 0.2 g/bhp-hr carbon monoxide (CO) or lower as determined by the heavy-duty engine Federal Test Procedure (FTP)—comparable to the EPA 2010 limits. exhaust after-treatment technologies. g/bhp-hr NO x.

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Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Earlier post.).

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Standard power ratings for those models are 340 and 440 kilowatts respectively. For 2024, both will come standard with a Direct Connection Stage kit already fitted, to allow maximum acceleration from launch. Did anyone ever ask about the fuel economy of a Hellcat?” Did anyone ever ask about the fuel economy of a Hellcat?”

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With its 4-2-1 exhaust system, the 2013 CX-5 delivers 155 hp (116 kW) at 6,000 rpm; torque is measured at 150 lb-ft (203 N·m) at 4,000 rpm and redline is reached at 6500 rpm. Estimated EPA fuel economy for the CX-5 is 26 city/33 highway (9.04 Not just for Zoom-Zoom but for the added benefit of improving fuel economy.

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However, unlike conventional gasoline engines, gasoline direct injection engines produce particulate matter, as do diesels, and emission controls will become an issue the technology must address as standards for particle mass tighten, and also as standards for particle numbers emerge. Ford and GM, will account for 11.5–13.5%

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Gasoline 2020 North America Exhaust 150

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I-4 turbo with variable valve timing that delivers up to an estimated 40 mpg (EPA ratings pending) on the highway with a high-efficiency model. Electric power steering is standard. Enhanced with its exhaust-driven turbocharger, the Cruze’s Ecotec 1.4L Standard on LS models is an Ecotec 1.8L fuel economy.

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BMW estimates that the BMW X3 xDrive28i will provide much improved fuel economy figures with the new TwinPower Turbo 4-cylinder engine over the former 6-cylinder engine it replaces—as it has with other BMW models that have transitioned from 6- to 4-cylinder engines. The new 4-cylinder engines feature twin-scroll turbocharging.

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The 2023 Toyota Crown for the US market is coming with standard AWD and the choice of two electrified powertrains: the standard Toyota Hybrid System (THS) or Hybrid MAX. Hybrid MAX produces powerful torque at low RPM for sporty, exhilarating driving and has an EPA-estimated 30 MPG combined city/highway fuel economy rating.

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Hybrid Toyota Standards Motor 293

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MARCH 17, 2014

Chevrolet expects EPA fuel economy estimates for Colorado this summer. Reflecting the attention to weight savings found throughout the Colorado, the aluminum heads for the V-6 feature integral exhaust manifolds, which save about 13 pounds (5.9 Based on current GM testing, the standard 2.5L four cylinder and 3.6L

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will serve customers in the United States and Canada, and will be certified to US EPA 2013 NO x and PM emissions levels. At launch, it will also meet greenhouse gas (GHG) requirements through 2016, and 2015 California Air Resources Board (ARB) standards, including on-board diagnostics. Cummins ISV5.0 Cummins ISV5.0 Diesel Engines'

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Diesel Light Commercial Vehicles 247

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Fiesta—available in four- and five-door bodystyles—will offer North American buyers a new choice of 15 class-exclusive technologies and projected highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and Toyota Yaris and Corolla. Our fuel economy leader is now a PowerShift automatic. The Ford Fiesta’s 1.6-liter

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The new approach to natural gas combustion technology is designed to provide vehicle and engine original manufacturers (OEMs) with a “downsized” natural gas solution that is cost competitive while providing similar levels of power, torque, and fuel economy to a larger diesel engine. Environmental Protection Agency 2014 standards.

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