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MARCH 28, 2012

The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is based on the E 250 CDI, yet has a higher output and approximately 15% lower fuel consumption. This diesel hybrid will be available in the European market as a Saloon and Estate from the third quarter 2012. In 2009, Mercedes-Benz introduced the S 400 HYBRID. Electric range. Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 1, 2011

variant but with fuel economy of a strong hybrid. HyBoost achieves this by combining aggressive 50% downsizing of the engine with an electric supercharger for transient low-speed performance, and a micro-hybrid stop-start and energy recuperation systems, Boggs said. Click to enlarge. Downsizing the 2.0-liter Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 24, 2016

Honda will introduce the new 5-passenger, hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell sedan by the end of 2016, beginning with retail leasing to customers through its expanded network of 12 approved fuel cell vehicle dealerships located in select California markets.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2009

The diesel-powered E350 BlueTEC and hydrogen fuel-cell-powered F-Cell will be making their North American debuts at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show. liter V6 diesel with 210 hp (157 kW), 400 lb-ft (542 N·m) of torque and approximately 30% better fuel economy than a comparable gasoline engine.

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JANUARY 12, 2011

gasoline, hybrid and natural gas. The gasoline-engined lineup includes a sedan, coupe and two Si performance versions. The Civic’s family of engines with intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (i-VTEC) technology becomes more fuel efficient for 2012.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

The technically recoverable unproved shale gas resource is 827 trillion cubic feet (as of 1 January 2009) in the AEO2011 Reference case, 474 trillion cubic feet larger than in the AEO2010 Reference case, reflecting additional information that has become available with more drilling activity in new and existing shale plays. Source: EIA.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

Together the partners have sought to demonstrate an extremely cost-effective, ultra-efficient gasoline engine in a C-segment passenger car delivering the performance of a baseline 2.0-liter liter model but with significantly reduced real-world and drive cycle CO 2 emissions, and comparable improvements in fuel-economy.

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JUNE 14, 2012

In New Zealand, diesel and electric-powered vehicles pay for their road use through road user charges. Since some 36% of diesel is used off-road, such as on farms, by manufacturing, industrial and commercial ventures, and boats, a fuel tax for road use would impose an unfair burden onto these sectors, the government says.).

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APRIL 2, 2010

Yesterday, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National High Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly established increasingly stringent greenhouse gas emission standards under the Clean Air Act for 2012 through 2016 model-year vehicles and fuel economy standards under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy program, respectively.

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APRIL 18, 2013

In 2012, sales of hybrid-electric vehicles passed the one million mark. Emerging economies are stepping up their efforts to promote and develop clean energy. Fuel economy levels for new passenger light-duty vehicles LDV vary by up to 55% from country to country, demonstrating enormous scope for improving efficiency through policy.

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MARCH 27, 2012

Ford says that the new Transit, which begins production in Kansas City in 2013, will achieve at least 25% better fuel economy than current E-Series vans. Ford also has developed a specialized new tool to help optimize fleet purchases based on specific fuel types and operating locations. EcoBoost V6. Earlier post.)

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FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Optional low-rolling-resistance tires developed especially for the Panamera help this hybrid performance sedan deliver its NEDC fuel economy figure. With standard performance tires, the Panamera S Hybrid’s fuel consumption is 7.1 Official US EPA fuel economy estimates will be available closer to the car’s on-sale date.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Toyota anticipates a 1/3 full hybrid, 1/3 gasoline, 1/3 diesel engine mix. This fell to 142 g/km in 2009, and then down to 125 g/km in 2011 after the pioneering full hybrid version was introduced. This has been achieved within the new Auris gasoline engine range through the use of high, 11.5:1 Valvematic gasoline engine.

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AUGUST 28, 2012

In 2003, the state fleet consumed 38,559,715 gallons of petroleum-based fuel (gasoline and diesel), according to the report. In 2010, the fleet consumed 33,509,180 gallons of petroleum fuel (-13%) as well as 3,793,904 gallon of alternative fuels, comprising: 3,253,548 gallons of biodiesel (86%).

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 30, 2009

In 1975, General Ernesto Geisel, then-president of Brazil, ordered the country’s gasoline supply mixed with 10% ethanol. The level was raised to 25% over the next five years, which was intended to maintain a constant Brazilian gasoline supply for an ever-increasing demand. These were arguably the first flex-fuel vehicles.

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AUGUST 6, 2009

In early testing, the plug-in hybrid is capable of electric-only propulsion for more than 10 miles at low speeds. The yet-to-be-named Buick crossover will launch in late 2010, offering a family of fuel-efficient direct-injected gasoline engines, followed in 2011 by the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model. V-6 flex-fuel engine.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2010

. ‘Starting Wednesday, the 2010 Roadster, which competes against exotic sport cars like the Porsche 911, will be available on a three-year, 30,000-mile lease based on the manufacturer’s price of $111,005, Tesla said. In the past, the Roadsters were only available for an outright purchase. all-electric car across the U.S.,

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MARCH 11, 2009

estimates that the new vehicles will save 49 million gallons of gasoline and reduce carbon emissions by 211,000 metric tons over the 10-year deployment period. Over the next five years, AT&T will replace about 8,000 gasoline-powered service vehicles with vehicles powered by domestically available CNG.

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MAY 16, 2009

Energy sources, paths, storage media, and propulsion systems available or in development. FCEV” refers to all fuel cell vehicles, including E-REVs and fuel cell hybrids. The paper was presented by authors Ed Tate and Peter Savagian at last month’s SAE 2009 World Congress in Detroit. Adapted from Tate et al.

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JANUARY 12, 2012

Of the energy output of fuel in a car engine, 33% is spent in exhaust, 29% in cooling and 38% in mechanical energy, of which friction losses account for 33% and air resistance for 5%. By comparison, an electric car has only half the friction loss of that of a car with a conventional internal combustion engine. million TJ/a.

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MARCH 3, 2010

In addition to the hybrid model, the Auris 2010 powertrain line-up also offers three gasoline and three diesel engines offering the performance and economy-enhancing benefits of Toyota Optimal Drive. Combined cycle fuel consumption is calculated to be 3.8 liter diesel or gasoline hatchback. Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Electricity Regulated Party Revisions. The markets for electric vehicles (EV) and EV fueling infrastructure have evolved and continue to evolve. Energy Economy Ratios. Since the regulation went into effect [15 April 2010], regulated parties have operated under the LCFS program with no significant compliance issues.

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OCTOBER 12, 2009

BMW dedicated a portion of its recent Innovation Days 2009 event to the topic of Intelligent Heat management as a mechanism for reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. A great deal of thermal energy is generated while driving and is available after coming to a stop—energy stored in components such as the engine and transmission.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2009

Following the steep decline in US industry sales in December 2008 and January 2009, GM responded by further lowering its forecast for 2009 US industry sales to 10.5 GM Fuel Economy plans. million units (57.5 million units globally) for viability planning purposes. Click to enlarge. GM Restructuring Plan.

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JANUARY 11, 2010

(The first of these will be the new Ford C-MAX and Ford Grand C-MAX—unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show—for launch in Europe in the second half of 2010. Duratec I-4 unit while contributing to projected fuel economy gains of more than 10%. liter I-4 was examined to identify ways fuel economy could be improved.

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JUNE 7, 2010

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. Specific engine-mapping aimed at reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. New TCe gasoline engine family.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

For the study, they define EVs as including both battery-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. Only in the case of high EV market share and a high renewable electricity standard (RES) do EVs make a material contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions, they found. Credit: ACS, Choi et al.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The 43 winning proposals were submitted by transit agencies from across the country as part of a nationwide competition for the $100 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds. billion have been made available for transit improvements throughout the US. The DOT is making $48.1 Of that, $26.5

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AUGUST 13, 2009

The ActiveHybrid X6 will reach US BMW Centers in fourth-quarter 2009, and the ActiveHybrid 7 will arrive in the US in Spring 2010. The ActiveHybrid 7 is a mild-hybrid application, and offers approximately a 15% reduction in fuel consumption. The electric motor receives its supply of energy from a compact, 400 Wh lithium-ion battery.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2009

In the first part of 2009, Volkswagen will simultaneously bring three fuel-efficient Passat versions with low emissions to the market: the second generation of the Passat BlueMotion, the Passat BlueTDI and the Passat TSI EcoFuel. Fuel consumption is expected to be less than 9.0L/100km All-electric drive mode.

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AUGUST 29, 2013

In 2009, Gen 2 introduced a number of measures to optimize friction. The goals of the current Gen 3 were to: significantly improve the engine’s already good power, torque and fuel efficiency; reduce the weight of the unit, while maintaining at least equivalent comfort attributes; and. Click to enlarge. now can get up to 36 mpg (6.5

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APRIL 21, 2009

The breakthrough could revolutionize electric car battery technology and pave the way for ultra-fast charging electric vehicles in as little as two years. Write For GO About Advertise Contact Login Explore GO Media: News & Opinion Family & Lifestyle Business & Technology Gas 2.0 Like this post?

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FEBRUARY 19, 2009

CPI) shortly after GM selected CPI and its parent LG Chem as the provider for the Li-ion batteries for the Extended Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) Chevy Volt. (GM Right now that is not that big of a deal because most houses don’t have the electrical infrastructure to support a 10 minute fast charge. Click to enlarge. “

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AUGUST 7, 2009

The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 The results were averaged for an estimated range of 431 miles, with an average fuel economy of 68.3

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JANUARY 22, 2014

Aluminum sheet alloys from 5xxx and 6xxx series are finding increased use in vehicle structures; however the maximum available strength from these alloys limits their applications on the vehicle. AOI 6: Multi-Speed Gearbox for Commercial Delivery Medium0-Duty Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicles. ($3M)

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APRIL 16, 2014

Hyundai introduced the Theta II GDI, its first Gasoline Direct Injection engine, in 2009. Further performance gains were made possible by incorporating Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (DCVVT) which improves engine breathing on the intake and exhaust sides for better fuel economy and lower emissions. Theta II GDI.

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