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Major refresh on 2015 Honda CR-V with new Earth Dreams powertrain provides fuel economy gain of up to 12%

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2015 Honda CR-V. Honda has given its 2015 CR-V compact SUV, which launched in US dealerships on 1 October, the most significant mid-model cycle refresh in the 17-year history of the model. The 2015 CR-V features increased EPA fuel economy ratings of 27/34/29 mpg (8.7/6.9/8.1 The 2015 CR-V’s new Earth Dreams Technology 2.4-liter

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Clean Energy Fuels delivered 143M gallons of Redeem renewable natural gas in 2019, up 30% year-on-year

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The contract also includes continued operation and maintenance for the length of the agreement. The City of Tucson, AZ has signed a multi-year maintenance agreement with Clean Energy. Clean Energy also has a ten-year maintenance contract for this station. Homewood Disposal Inc.,

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President’s 2016 Budget requests $29.9B for DOE; 9% boost over FY 2015 enacted; $793M (2.7%) for sustainable transportation

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billion) above the FY 2015 enacted level. billion) above the FY 2015 enacted level. 908 million for Nuclear Energy, $74 million above the FY 2015 Enacted level, for ongoing R&D in advanced reactor and fuel cycle technologies as well as small modular reactor licensing technical support. 42% of the DOE Budget Request ($12.6

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MAN Engines releases first IMO Tier III engines for workboats; low-cost, SCR-only solution

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The modular EAT allows for a wide range of installation possibilities, as the individual SCR catalytic converter components can be positioned differently, enabling flexible system integration tailored to specific customer needs. The essentially maintenance-free exhaust gas aftertreatment system is extremely lightweight, as well.

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Hyundai to offer Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle to LA-area retail customers in spring 2014; Honda, Toyota show latest FCV concepts targeting 2015 launch

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai announced plans to offer its next-generation Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle for the US market for $499 per month, including unlimited free hydrogen refueling and At Your Service Valet Maintenance at no extra cost. In addition, the FC system is equipped with Toyota’s high-efficiency boost converter.

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MAN Engines showcasing D3876 diesel engine for EU Stage V locomotives without exhaust after-treatment systems

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It was also released for agricultural technology applications in 2015 and applications in the construction industry in 2016. Along with its robustness, the flexibility due to the separate positioning of mixers, SCR catalytic converters and particulate filters also offers a significant advantage.

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TfL Board approves production order for 600 new hybrid buses for London

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The first batch of 30 buses, enough to convert a full route, will enter passenger service in April next year. TfL anticipates that the first central London bus route, requiring approximately 30 vehicles, will be converted by the end of April next year. Another route could be converted by next August.

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