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Porsche simulates hydrogen V8 for virtual Nordschleife run; 440 kW, 261 km/h, near-zero NOx

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In a recent simulation study reported in Porsche Engineering Magazine , Porsche Engineering examined the potential of hydrogen combustion engines. We have therefore developed a hydrogen combustion engine that aims to match the power and torque of current high-performance gasoline engines as a concept study. —Vincenzo Bevilacqua.

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Could Future Mazda Engines Emit Less CO2 Than Electric Cars?

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Is it possible to make a gasoline engine so efficient that it would emit less carbon dioxide per mile than is created by generating electricity to run an electric car over that same mile? In an interview published last week with the British magazine Autocar, Mazda claimed that its next generation of SkyActiv.'

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Audi sets new lap record for diesels on Sachsenring; electric compressor overcomes turbo lag, enhances sprint performance

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results of a gasoline-fueled 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. The highlight is an electrically driven compressor. The record time was set by race car driver Nicki Thiim as part of Sachsenring Record Day, which was organized by Auto Bild Sportscars magazine and the tire manufacturer Michelin. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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When Should You Dump Your Gas Guzzler?

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Questions & Answers from our Friends at EarthTalk What are the environmental and other pros and cons of ditching the gas guzzler for an electric vehicle (EV)? EVs also benefit the environment by eliminating tailpipe emissions and having better fuel economies than gasoline-powered cars. See more at E Magazine. — S.H.,

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What’s the Most Environmental Thing To Do When a Car’s Engine Dies

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The manufacturing of new cars, even electric ones, generates heavy emissions, contributing to pollution. Or Become a Convert Another possibility is to convert your gasoline-powered engine to electric. If your car is truly beyond repair, buying a hybrid or electric vehicle is likely the best option. See more at E Magazine.

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EVs Bring More Problems Than Other Vehicle Types

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A recent JD Power reliability study shows users find electric vehicles far more troublesome than gasoline and hybrid vehicles.

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Volkswagen Group receives 2015 KS Energy and Environment Prize for the Golf GTE and Audi A3 e-tron PHEVs

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liters gasoline per 100 km (157 mpg US) and electrical consumption of 11.4 They can be driven up to 50 km (31 miles) in all-electric mode. This was the eighth time the Volkswagen Group has won the tradition-rich KS Energy and Environment Prize for its brands. kWh per 100 km. This equates to CO 2 emissions of just 35 g/km.