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ORNL-led team developing breakthrough high-temperature, high-strength Al alloy for advanced light-duty engines

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A team led by researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is developing a lower-cost cast aluminum (Al) alloy capable of at least a 50 ˚C temperature increase over the current cylinder head alloys 319 and 356 for use in light duty engines. Materials for exhaust and energy recovery. Earlier post.).

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Volkswagen 2.0 TDI diesel for Euro 6d; SCR twin-dosing

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With SCR twin dosing technology in the exhaust gas system, the diesel unit now undercuts the Euro 6d emission standard limits while also running quietly and smoothly, according to the company. Despite the severe business and political ramifications of the event, Volkswagen persevered with its diesel engine development, and in 2018, the 2.0L

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Rare Rides Icons: The Cadillac Eldorado, Distinctly Luxurious (Part XIII)

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All Cadillacs breathed easier via a new dual exhaust in 1957. There was also a new intake manifold, exhaust manifold, a higher output alternator, a larger radiator, starter motor, and finally a new location for the battery so it didn’t get so hot. The public focused on that last part, the lack of frame rails.

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ICCT-sponsored study of in-use testing of 3 Tier2-Bin5, CA LEV-II light-duty diesels finds wide variation of emissions against the limits

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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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Neste Oil’s Diesel regenerativ to be run again on the Nürburgring circuit

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The ADAC 24-Hour Race held at the Nürburgring circuit in Germany is an annual endurance event open to both sports and production cars. mile) circuit in this year’s event. NExBTL renewable diesel was used for the first in the event last year. HEICO Sportiv has entered a Volvo C30 for the event.

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Iveco to supply 115 natural gas Daily Vehicles to TNT Express Italy

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Iveco contracted to deliver 115 Daily Natural Power light commercial vehicles to TNT Express Italy by 2013. The methane gas-powered vehicles will be used by TNT for its express courier activities in the Rome area as well as other parts of Central Italy. Iveco Daily Natural Power vehicles awaiting delivery. Click to enlarge.

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New diesel Volkswagen Golf GTD heading for the US; first driving impressions

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The GTD bodyshell now has 28% of parts in ultra-high-strength, hot-formed steel, up from 6% on the Golf A6. The new dual-loop EGR system consists of a cooled low-pressure EGR system (LP-EGR) on the exhaust side and an uncooled high-pressure EGR system (HP-EGR) on the induction side. inches lower (56.8 inches high), 2.2 New EGR system.

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