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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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In both versions it unites various advanced technologies: additional indirect injection supplementing the direct injection of the FSI; the Audi valvelift system (AVS) to adjust the valve stroke on the exhaust side; and thermal management, which uses a rotary valve module and an exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head.

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? The survey is similar to surveys run by UMTRI on the same topic in 2006 and 2007. Changes in the exhaust manifolds and turbo from Gen 1 to Gen 2. This helps us to make better fuel economy and good emissions. Are these sales incentivized?

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Daimler opens new MB R&D center in Beijing, presents G-Code hydrogen-electric plug-in hybrid all-wheel drive concept

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It is also charged electrostatically by the relative wind or by the natural wind when the vehicle is stationary. Economy is not the only determinant of drive mode; driving dynamics parameters are also incorporated to enhance active safety or boost longitudinal and lateral dynamics in HYBRID sport mode, for example.

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BMW Technology Day 2009: Focus on Aerodynamics, Two New Engines and 8-Speed Transmission

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From 2006 to 2008, BMW’s average fuel consumption and CO 2 ratings decreased by 16%, the average MINI ratings by 20%. Optimized aerodynamics have a direct impact on the car’s fuel economy and emission management; a reduction of air drag by 10% offers a reduction of fuel consumption on the road of more than 2.5%, according to BMW.

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Perspective: The Role of Offsets in Climate Change Legislation

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For offsets to be credible, a ton of CO 2 -equivalent emissions from an offset project should equate to a ton reduced from a covered emission source, such as a smokestack or exhaust pipe. In an “economy-wide” cap-and-trade emissions program, energy sector emissions would likely be capped. 2) Examples of Renewable Energy Projects.

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Dodge introduces new Dart compact, pricing starting at $15,995; 40 mpg unadjusted with 1.4L MultiAir turbo and DDCT

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The last compact model introduced by Dodge was the Caliber, in 2006. “ Preliminary fuel economy estimates (unadjusted, not EPA label) for the Dart with the 1.4-liter Technologies, including the latest generation of MultiAir (MultiAir 2) and turbocharging, provide improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and increased power.

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Prius c hybrid goes on sale in US with entry MSRP of $18,950; new transaxle, motor technology

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Estimated EPA fuel economy ratings are 53/46/50 mpg US city/highway/combined (4.4/5.1/4.7 The adoption of a cooled-EGR system reduces cooling loss and pumping loss; with lower exhaust heat, heat efficiency was enhanced and, consequently, fuel efficiency was enhanced as well. Maximum hybrid system output is 73.6 hp) and 169 N·m (124.6

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