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Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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One will be a PHEV version of the new Chrysler Town & Country minivan to be introduced in 2016; the second will be a PHEV version of a new full-size crossover vehicle to be introduced in 2017. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements. —Bob Lee. FCA powertrain directions. ?

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Nissan launches Note e-POWER NISMO S in Japan

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With a maximum power of 100 kW and 320 N·m of torque, the model is a higher-spec version of the Nissan Note e-POWER NISMO, released in December 2016. Also offered on the Nissan Serena minivan, the e-POWER system is a key part of Nissan’s electrification strategy. a series hybrid.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling breaks ground for new R&D center and proving ground

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It is expected to be completed by December 2016. The Wuling Rong Guang created China’s large-size minivan segment. SAIC-GM-Wuling manufactures a range of Wuling brand mini-trucks and minivans as well as a growing family of Baojun brand passenger cars. In 2013, SAIC-GM-Wuling had record domestic sales of 1,584,920 units.

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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. Preliminary MY 2013 adjusted values are 370 g/mi CO 2 emissions and 24.0 Final values for MY 2013 will be published in next year’s report.

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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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Among the top-level findings was that Model year 2013 vehicles achieved an average of 24.1 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. MY 2013 adjusted fuel economy is 24.1 l/100 km)—a 0.5 Source: EPA.

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Chrysler Group files S-1 for IPO; snapshot of R&D priorities; exploring a light-duty hydraulic hybrid

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liter, 4-cylinder Tigershark engine available in the 2013 Dodge Dart GT. This transmission is being used first in 2013 for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee, and in other future vehicles. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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Achates Power building 2.7L opposed-piston light-duty engine; exceeding CAFE 2025, Tier 3 targets at lower cost

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The EPA’s draft Technical Assessment Report released in 2016 forecast cost increases to integrate fuel saving technology. Top: Incremental technology costs from a 2016 baseline to deliver 2025 CAFE compliance for a gasoline engine. Source: Achates Power. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). The Achates 2.7-liter displacements, said Redon.

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