2017, Downsizing, Future and International

HyBoost concept achieving close to Prius-level CO2 emissions; aggressive downsizing with advanced boosting and micro-hybrid system

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

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. Downsizing the 2.0-liter Click to enlarge. —David Boggs. Micro-hybrid market. million units per year by 2020.

Downsizing

Downsizing Prius Hybrid Emissions

Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

The optically-bonded display enables future safety and automated solutions as it is easily integrated with advanced driver assistance technologies. At NACV 2017, Bosch is also showcasing several future-focused powertrain concepts engineered to save fuel and money while extending the lives of fleets. Powertrain concepts.

Connect

Connect Connected Commercial Future

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

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JUNE 18, 2013

At the company’s 61 st Automotive Press Briefing in Boxberg, Germany, Bosch senior executives outlined the company’s view on the general future of automotive technology—“ efficient and increasingly electrical ”, and provided a thumbnail of the way they see—and thus are developing products for—sector-specific technology trends.

Future

Future Gasoline-Electric Vehicles Gasoline

GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Earlier post.). Note that the 2010 base year has been adjusted from 0.88

GM

GM MPG Manufacturer 2017

ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

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JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology. —Isenstadt and German (2017). Isenstadt and German (2017).

Diesel

Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017

NREL announces $18M investment in 9 new projects to advance medium- and heavy-duty natural gas vehicle technologies

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MARCH 7, 2019

Projects selected through this solicitation will complement DOE’s Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) research started in FY 2017. Downsized, Optimized, High Efficiency, Spark Ignited Natural Gas Engine. This research will enable development of mono-fuel natural gas internal combustion engine technology.

Gas

Gas Vehicles Exhaust Engine

Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility vision builds on electrification, autonomous drive and vehicle intelligence

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MARCH 1, 2016

Nissan outlined its Intelligent Mobility vision at the Geneva International Motor Show. Our Intelligent Mobility vision is a framework to move customers around the world towards a safer and more sustainable future. In 2017, the Nissan Qashqai will become the first Piloted Drive vehicle available in Europe.

Nissan

Nissan Building Vehicles Japan

Honeywell Transportation Systems Forecast: turbocharged vehicles to account for 48% of annual global sales by 2021; electric boosting emerges

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2016

This annual sales estimate, combining both passenger and commercial vehicles, would add more than 232 million turbocharged vehicles globally between 2017 and 2021—an increase of 35% from today. Regional highlights include: In North America, more engine downsizing is expected. The current average engine size is a 3.0-liter

Global

Global Sale Transportation Vehicles

Lotus Engineering Study Concludes Vehicle Mass Improvement of 38% by 2020 vs a Conventional Current Vehicle Can Be Achieved at Only 3% Cost

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APRIL 27, 2010

This study, released by the International Council on Clean Transportation ( ICCT ), focused on the use of lightweight materials and efficient design and demonstrated substantial mass savings. We believe that this approach will be commonplace in the industry for the future design of vehicles. —Dr. Mass and Cost Summary.

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2020 Engine Vehicles 2017

SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

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APRIL 27, 2016

Like Toyota, Hyundai, GM (Honda’s partner in future fuel cell development), and other OEMs, Honda sees a role for both battery-electric as well as hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, depending upon application. Earlier post.). Earlier post ). kW/L–approximately a 60% improvement. The fuel cell powertrain was made as compact as a Honda 3.5L

Fuel

Fuel Honda Hydrogen Production

2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

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JUNE 27, 2017

3 B-Cycle gasoline engine is the first example of Volkswagen’s “Rightsizing” strategy—an engine development strategy that looks to for the optimal balance of displacement, output, torque and efficiency based on vehicle class and real-world operating conditions, rather than just seeking to downsize. 2017 Toyota RAV4.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG

NRC report finds Federal analysis to set LD CAFE and GHG standards generally of high quality; some technologies and issues should be re-examined

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JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. only the MY 2017-2021 CAFE standards are final. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7

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Standards Fuel Economy Economy EPA

Infiniti unveils electric Prototype 10 at Pebble Beach

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AUGUST 24, 2018

Following the ground-breaking Prototype 9 concept first revealed at the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance ( earlier post ), Infiniti has “looked back to go forward” with the Prototype 10. A future vision realized by Infiniti designers, Prototype 10 evokes the spirit of early Californian speedsters.

Infinity

Infinity Concept Electric Electrical

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

The development and deployment of current and future generations of EcoBoost and other technologies are not alternatives to electrification of the powertrain, Kapp said. “ As we go into the mid-term ,” Kapp said, “ we have the opportunity to weight reduce the vehicle, enabling additional downsizing. Click to enlarge.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy Ford Downsizing

EV Driven

HyBoost concept achieving close to Prius-level CO2 emissions; aggressive downsizing with advanced boosting and micro-hybrid system

Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

NREL announces $18M investment in 9 new projects to advance medium- and heavy-duty natural gas vehicle technologies

Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility vision builds on electrification, autonomous drive and vehicle intelligence

Honeywell Transportation Systems Forecast: turbocharged vehicles to account for 48% of annual global sales by 2021; electric boosting emerges

Lotus Engineering Study Concludes Vehicle Mass Improvement of 38% by 2020 vs a Conventional Current Vehicle Can Be Achieved at Only 3% Cost

SAE technical experts: fuel cell technology has advanced significantly, FC vehicle production has begun, further cost reductions & infrastructure development required

2018 VW Tiguan and new 2.0 TSI B-cycle engine gives VW a strong offering in compact SUV segment

NRC report finds Federal analysis to set LD CAFE and GHG standards generally of high quality; some technologies and issues should be re-examined

Infiniti unveils electric Prototype 10 at Pebble Beach

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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