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EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fuel economy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013.

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BMW Outlines Intelligent Heat Management Applications for Reducing Fuel Consumption and CO2; New Thermoelectric Generator Unit Integrated with EGR

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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. BMW engineers are working on largely avoiding cold start conditions through intelligent heat management and significantly shortening the warm-up period.

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2010 BMW 1 Series Offers Two Additional Engine Variants; Brake Energy Regeneration and Start Stop Standard

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The MY2010 BMW 1 Series Coupé will offer two additional engine variants, one in the BMW 120i Coupé, the other in the BMW 118d Coupé. The new models will go on sale in September 2009. The new BMW 120i Coupé is powered by a 2.0-liter The new BMW 120i Coupé is powered by a 2.0-liter L/100 kilometers (35.6

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BMW focuses on efficient dynamics

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Where does the future lie for BMW? Well if it’s Technology Day 2009 is anything to go by, then the focus is firmly on its EfficientDynamics development strategy. km (40mpg) with an average CO2 rating of 158g/km. Tags: BMW Green cars Latest news efficientdynamics VALVETRONIC engine.

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ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Offers Modular Design Adapted for Different Drive Configurations, Including Hybrids

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When compared to the second-generation 6-speed automatic transmission, ZF’s new 8-speed automatic transmission not only has a higher gear ratio of 7.05, it also provides for considerably improved performance and fuel economy. optimizes fuel consumption by lowering the speed level. Initial production start-ups in summer 2009.

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Toyota Prius named WhatGreenCar of the Year

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The title of WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2009 has been awarded to the ‘next generation’ Toyota Prius, due to be launched in the UK on 1 st August 2009. The judging was completely independent and showcased the most innovative green cars available to drive in the UK during 2009. litre petrol engine in place of the 1.5-litre

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Frankfurt Motor Show goes green. The Green Piece

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August 25 2009. As the automobile industry moves ever closer to the age of green cars, manufacturers are lining up some innovative concepts that place the emphasis firmly on fuel economy and cutting carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The Green Piece.

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