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EVs dominate list of efficient cars in ORNL 2022 Fuel Economy Guide

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The 2022 Fuel Economy Guide, released by ORNL for the DOE/EPA fueleconomy.gov website, provides up-to-date information on fuel economy, environmental and safety data, so consumers can choose the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets their needs. Credit: Andrew Sproles/ORNL, U.S.

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OP engine developer Achates Power closes $29.8M Series D; OGCI Climate Investments comes onboard

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Achates Power, the developer of next-generation two-stroke compression-ignition opposed-piston (OP) engines ( earlier post ) announced that OGCI Climate Investments has invested in the company’s Series-D round. It has proven industry-best fuel economy gains of up to 30 percent and significant emissions reductions.

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News: Top 10 “Engines” Now Mostly Electric

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If you needed a more definitive marker for the imminent end of the internal combustion engine, look no further than Wards 27 th annual 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems. As they noted in announcing this year’s revolutionary list, this is “more about charting where the automotive powertrain world is going, not where it’s been.”.

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2016 Optima midsize sedan gains new 1.6L engine

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The all-new Optima is available with three engine choices, providing a balance between sportiness and fuel efficiency. liter GDI turbo engine, available on the SXL and SX Turbo models. liter four-cylinder turbo engine offered on the LX trim. liter four-cylinder turbo engine offered on the LX trim. Body and chassis.

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New 2013 BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe features upgraded engines, suite of EnergyDynamics technologies; ECO PRO mode

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BMW fine-tuned the inline 6-cylinder engine (N55HP) in the new BMW 640i Gran Coupe. The N55 has been the lead of a new generation of engines in which BMW TwinPower Turbo technology with High Precision Direct Injection and VALVETRONIC variable valve timing plus a twin scroll turbo made its debut. Average fuel consumption lies between 8.6

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BorgWarner showcasing electrification technologies for commercial vehicles; expects 32% CAGR in hybrid and electric CV market from 2017 to 2020

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While environmental impact and fuel economy continue to be key concerns, truck and transit fleets are now confronted with new challenges from a growing list of urban areas where combustion engines are restricted due to zero-emissions zones and noise-sensitive areas, ” he observed.

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2020 Toyota Yaris Hatchback to debut at New York show; 40 mpg highway

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The vehicle gets its high appetite for fun and low appetite for fuel from a 1.5-liter liter inline four-cylinder engine that delivers 106 horsepower. Estimated highway fuel economy is 40 mpg US (5.88 The transmission’s torque converter locks in all gears for quicker, more direct shifts and greater fuel efficiency.

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