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ICCT: decline in diesel sales will have negligible impact on attainment of European CO2 emission standards

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MARCH 19, 2018

The current decline is ales of diesel light duty vehicle in Europe does not put EU CO 2 targets out of reach of automakers, according to a new analysis by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT). In addition, vehicle manufacturers increasingly use electric motors to complement conventional combustion engines in cars.

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Diesel CO2 Standards Emissions

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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MARCH 25, 2015

The engine also features Chevrolet’s first application of Exhaust Gas Heat Recovery, or EGHR, technology, which uses exhaust heat to warm the engine and cabin. Additional fuel economy benefits come from Exhaust Gas Recirculation, or EGR. kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the Hybrid system.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt

Ford Applying 2.0L Flex-Fuel Capable Direct Injection Ti-VCT Engine in 2012 Focus

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

liter engine will be one of the first on the market to combine gasoline direct injection (DI) with twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) and E85 flex fuel capability. liter DOHC I-4 engine with twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), direct gasoline injection and E85 flex fuel capability. Click to enlarge.

Engine

Engine 2012 Ford Fuel

Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

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AUGUST 4, 2011

the step-by-step introduction of electrification to SKYACTIV internal combustion engines: stop-start, followed by regenerative braking, followed by electric motor drive technologies. Ultimately, the compression ratio ended up playing a central role among these factors in both gasoline and diesel engines, although in different directions.

Mazda

Mazda Engine Gasoline Diesel

EPA Proposes to Streamline Approval Process for Fuel Conversion Systems

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MAY 7, 2010

Conversion systems allow vehicles to run on alternative fuels; most conversions involve switching gasoline or diesel vehicles to operate instead on a gaseous fuel such as natural gas or propane; an alcohol fuel; or electricity. MY 2009, 2010, 2011 and < useful life mileage. Exhaust, Evap, and OBD testing 2.

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Conversion EPA Fuel Clean Alternative

Mazda Launches Next-Generation SKYACTIV Technologies

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Mazda Motor Corporation has launched its SKYACTIV next-generation technologies—including engines, transmissions, vehicle bodies and chassis—that will begin appearing in Mazda products from 2011. L/100km) on the 10-15 cycle without any assistance from an electric motor. It features a short stroke and light shift feel.

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Mazda Fuel Economy Engine Gasoline-Electric

Bosch overview of global diesel markets; optimistic about US, China

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AUGUST 7, 2013

According to Bosch, a realistic estimate is that diesel will be able to capture a 10% share of the light vehicle market by 2018. A recent example is the Chevrolet Cruze, for which Bosch supplies the diesel fuel injection system along with the exhaust-gas treatment system, engine control system, ceramic spark plugs, and sensors.

Diesel

Diesel Global Market China

More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

2011 Lexus CT 200h. Toyota has released more detail on the powertrain of the new Lexus CT 200h premium compact dedicated hybrid ( earlier post ); Toyota plans to introduce it to the US market in early 2011. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines. Click to enlarge.

Lexus

Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust

Audi Chairman says 5 key innovation areas will determine the future of mobility; e-tron master plan calls for 6-figure sales by 2020 with an e-tron in every segment

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MARCH 4, 2012

to the Annual Press Conference 2012 in Ingolstadt, Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management of Audi AG, said that the company believes that five key innovation areas will determine the shape of future mobility: design; lightweight construction; connected vehicles; mobility services; and electric mobility. In his speech.

Audi

Audi Future 2020 Sale

Toyota Introduces Hybrid Version of the Auris 2010, Optimal Drive for Gasoline and Diesel Units

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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. Toyota plans to sell 101,000 Auris models in 2010 and, in 2011—the first full year of sales with all engine variants available— 130,000 units.

2010

2010 Gasoline Toyota Diesel

Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

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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.

Gasoline

Gasoline Toyota Diesel Emissions

Audi launches next-gen A4 with new Millerized TFSI engine; g-tron model w/ Audi e-gas

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JUNE 29, 2015

The standard, start-stop system has also been further improved and comes with new features to reduce fuel consumption further: When the driver stops at a red light, the engine can already be deactivated below 7 kilometers an hour (4 mph); 3 km/h for the A4 3.0 The entry-level gasoline engine is the 1.4 TDI with tiptronic (1.9

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Audi Gas Engine MPH

Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

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JANUARY 11, 2010

liter gasoline engine designed for the North American market that features direct injection (DI) and Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) for enhanced performance and fuel efficiency. Pistons are cast aluminum as well, with the light weight helping to reduce reciprocating mass. Battery-electric. Earlier post.).

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Ford Engine Global Market

UK unveils new plan to cut NO2; sale of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars to end by 2040; focus on local action

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JULY 26, 2017

Among the many policy and funding details in the UK Plan for Tackling Roadside Nitrogen Dioxide Concentrations , produced by Defra and the Department for Transport is the cessation of the sale of all new conventional gasoline and diesel cars by 2040. Source: UK plan for tackling roadside NO 2. Click to enlarge.

Gasoline

Gasoline Diesel Pollution Legal

BMW Enhances the 2011 3 Series; Direct Injection Twin-scroll Turbo I-6 for the 335i

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JANUARY 17, 2010

BMW N55 inline six-cylinder gasoline engine with TwinPower Turbo and High Precision Injection and Valvetronic. BMW has announced substantial enhancements to the 2011 3 Series Coupe and Convertible, including style updates for 328i and 335i models and an all-new direct gasoline injection turbocharged engine with Valvetronic for 335i models.

2011

2011 BMW Exhaust Convert

NRC report finds significant number of near-term technologies could greatly reduce fuel consumption in passenger cars

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JUNE 16, 2011

To address this request, the NRC formed the Committee on the Assessment of Technologies for Improving Light-Duty Vehicle Fuel Economy. Spark-ignition (SI) engines will continue to be the primary source of propulsion for light-duty vehicles in the United States over the time frame of the report (next 15 years).

Fuel

Fuel Downsizing Fuel Economy Diesel

Hyundai Adds a Twin-Scroll Turbo to Sonata

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APRIL 1, 2010

In addition to the debut of the 2011 Sonata Hybrid ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled its first four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engine with the Sonata 2.0T A twin-scroll turbo recovers even more energy from the exhaust than a single-scroll turbocharger thanks to a divided manifold. Click to enlarge.

Hyundai

Hyundai Exhaust Waste Fuel Economy

Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

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AUGUST 23, 2011

The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter But in todays’ market, 2011, and for the foreseeable future, mid-size is where the majority of the vehicles are.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Camry Hybrid Economy 2012

NHTSA Modeling and Technology Projections Underlying the Proposed CAFE Target of 34.1 mpg by MY 2016

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

On 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1 Three of the NHTSA scenarios for penetration of technologies for light trucks for MY 2016. Data: Preliminary Regulatory Impact Analysis. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA

Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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JULY 17, 2015

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In About Dr. Frank.

PHEV

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy

Volkswagen’s Golf Alltrack challenges the Subaru Outback; directions for 4MOTION and vehicle dynamics

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

The all-wheel plug-in hybrid system of the Tiguan GTE Active Concept—with a turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engine and one electric motor on each axle—is rear-wheel-drive dominant (the Golf Alltrack is front-wheel-drive dominant). In normal driving situations, propulsion comes via the electric motor on the rear axle.

Vehicles

Vehicles Connect Connected Standards

Mitsubishi to begin offering customers test drives of North American spec i-MiEV in November

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OCTOBER 10, 2011

Mitsubishi’s North American-spec i-MiEV battery electric vehicle ( earlier post )—available in either an ES base model or upgrade SE trim package —will be available to test drive at US dealerships beginning in November 2011 with the first scheduled customer vehicle deliveries set to commence in early 2012. The N.A.

i-MiEV

i-MiEV Mitsubishi Lithium Ion Batteries

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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DECEMBER 20, 2009

As part of an aggressive deployment strategy for improving fuel efficiency across its product line-up in the near-to medium-term, Ford will offer its first-generation turbocharged, gasoline direct-injection EcoBoost engines ( earlier post ) in 90% of its product lineup by 2013. Electrical cooling fan duty cycle. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy Ford Downsizing

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ICCT: decline in diesel sales will have negligible impact on attainment of European CO2 emission standards

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Ford Applying 2.0L Flex-Fuel Capable Direct Injection Ti-VCT Engine in 2012 Focus

Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

EPA Proposes to Streamline Approval Process for Fuel Conversion Systems

Mazda Launches Next-Generation SKYACTIV Technologies

Bosch overview of global diesel markets; optimistic about US, China

More Details on the Lexus CT 200h Hybrid Powertrain; 42 mpg US Combined

Audi Chairman says 5 key innovation areas will determine the future of mobility; e-tron master plan calls for 6-figure sales by 2020 with an e-tron in every segment

Toyota Introduces Hybrid Version of the Auris 2010, Optimal Drive for Gasoline and Diesel Units

Toyota reduces fuel consumption and emissions across the new Auris range; 13% average reduction in CO2 compared to predecessors; gasoline, diesel and hybrid

Audi launches next-gen A4 with new Millerized TFSI engine; g-tron model w/ Audi e-gas

Ford Unveils Next-Generation Global Focus at NAIAS; Features New 2.0L DI Engine with Powershift Dual-Clutch Transmission for NA Market

UK unveils new plan to cut NO2; sale of new conventional gasoline and diesel cars to end by 2040; focus on local action

BMW Enhances the 2011 3 Series; Direct Injection Twin-scroll Turbo I-6 for the 335i

NRC report finds significant number of near-term technologies could greatly reduce fuel consumption in passenger cars

Hyundai Adds a Twin-Scroll Turbo to Sonata

Toyota introduces 7th generation Camry for 2012 with improved fuel economy and performance across all models; ~39% jump in EPA city cycle fuel economy for the hybrid

NHTSA Modeling and Technology Projections Underlying the Proposed CAFE Target of 34.1 mpg by MY 2016

Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

Volkswagen’s Golf Alltrack challenges the Subaru Outback; directions for 4MOTION and vehicle dynamics

Mitsubishi to begin offering customers test drives of North American spec i-MiEV in November

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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