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Volkswagen Group to begin equipping TSI and TFSI engines with gasoline particulate filters from June 2017

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JUNE 23, 2016

The Volkswagen Group will begin equipping the Group’s new TSI and TFSI gasoline direct injection engines with gasoline particulate filters (GPF). liter TSI engine in the new VW Tiguan and the Audi A5 in June 2017. This will reduce particulate emissions from the direct injection gasoline engines by up to 90%.

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Gasoline 2017 Engine Mercedes

Rheinmetall logs €250M order for electric vacuum pumps for PHEVs

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JULY 7, 2020

The electrical vacuum pump has been developed by Pierburg in Germany, where production started in 2017 for another order of the same customer. In hybrids, electric vacuum pumps permit driving purely electrically when the combustion engine is switched off, as full braking power assistance is retained. EVP production in Shanghai.

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PHEV Downsizing Electric Electrical

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.).

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017

Porsche secures third straight FIA WEC Manufacturers’ World Championship title with the 919 Hybrid

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NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Season 2017 Porsche LMP team. Especially in regard to battery technology, downsizing, efficiency improvements with the turbocharged petrol engine and, in particular, for energy recovery systems. Click to enlarge. At the press of a button, the two energy recovery systems mobilize a boost of an extra 400 hp (294 kW). Earlier post.).

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Porsche Manufacturer Hybrid Downsizing

Ford launching major new product push in Europe; fuel economy and 1.0L EcoBoost engine; first Ford full hybrid car for Europe

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

To support the rollout, Ford will rapidly expand the availability of EcoBoost gasoline engine technology, low CO 2 ECOnetic Technologies, vehicle electrification and driver assistance features. liter EcoBoost is the most power-dense production engine the company has ever produced. Fiesta will be available with the 1.0-liter

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Fuel Economy Europe Ford Economy

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

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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. for its hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell vehicle. Regional highlights include: In North America, more engine downsizing is expected.

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Global Sale Transportation Vehicles

Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard. Earlier post.).

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Standards International Vehicles Hybrid

Update on DOE Co-Optima project to co-optimize fuels & engines; goal of 30% per vehicle reduction in petroleum

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NOVEMBER 28, 2016

Thrust 1 builds on the significant amount of work carried out over the past several decades, focused on building advanced boosted, downsized, and downspeeded spark ignition engines. Thrust 2, said Wagner, is facing a decision point in March 2017. Gasoline Compression Ignition (GCI). Low Temperature Gasoline Combustion (LTGC).

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Engine Fuel Vehicles Emissions

Kia introduces 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle, Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid at Chicago

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. That power is transmitted through a newly developed, second-generation six-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT). A compact and lightweight 1.56-kWh Optima Hybrid.

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Hybrid Chicago Plug-in Kia

Center for Automotive Research calls long-run economic risk to auto industry of mandating permanent fuel economy standards very serious; recommends periodic reviews

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JUNE 14, 2011

Power and Associates to project the technology segmentation necessary to achieve anticipated fuel economy mandates in 2025. CAR did not assume any downsizing of the vehicle sales fleet or significant reduction in performance by vehicles in any segment as a means for increasing fuel economy standards by 2025. per gallon gasoline.

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Fuel Economy Economy Auto Industry Standards

Hyundai showcasing new downsized turbo engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; i40 48V Hybrid, i30 CNG

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

Hyundai Motor is showcasing two new turbocharged gasoline direct injected (T-GDI) engines at the Paris Motor Show 2014. liter T-GDI is the first of a new generation of small turbocharged gasoline engines, offering enhanced performance, driving pleasure and efficiency. New engines and transmission. Click to enlarge. liter and 1.4-liter

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Hyundai Downsizing Engine Hybrid

Study: splash blended ethanol fuels with higher ethanol percentage enable higher thermal efficiency in SI engine

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FEBRUARY 3, 2017

A downsized gasoline engine is one of the proven technologies that improves engine thermal efficiency and thus reduces automotive fleet CO 2 emissions, by as much as 25%. Ethanol, a widely used renewable gasoline alternative, has a much higher octane rating than conventional gasoline fuel. and 85 vol.%

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Engine Downsizing Fuel Gasoline

NRC releases second report on 21st Century Truck Partnership

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NOVEMBER 23, 2011

Whereas future US gasoline demand is expected to be flat for the next 20 years, diesel fuel demand is expected to grow, necessitating changes in refinery operations. Recommendation 3-4. The DOE should reinstate its program for advanced petroleum-derived fuels with the objective of maximizing the efficiency of their use. Finding 6-3.

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EPA Fuel Engine Hybrid

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

The all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan—the second-generation of the vehicle—is powered by the latest version of the EA888 four-cylinder engine, the 2.0L Put another way, the rightsizing approach combines the fuel economy benefits of downsizing with the power of a larger-displacement unit. 2017 Toyota RAV4.

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2018 Engine SUV MPG

DOE FY17 SBIR Phase I Release 2 topics include fuel cells, EV batteries, engines

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the 2017 Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) Phase I Release 2 topics , including three subtopics focused on hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. SiC Device Qualification for Electric Drive Vehicle Power Electronics.

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Engine Fuel Hydrogen Batteries

Aeristech develops advanced 12V electric supercharger

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

The new system makes use of Aeristech’s motor control technology to derive maximum pressure charging utility from the power available in conventional 12V vehicle architectures. The product is currently in development, with validation testing set to begin in November 2016 and prototypes available for customer trials from January 2017.

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Downsizing Electric Electrical 2015

Study finds fleet switch from PFI to GDI engines will result in net reduction in global warming

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MAY 12, 2017

A new study quantifying emissions from a fleet of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines and port fuel injection (PFI) engines finds that the measured decrease in CO 2 emissions from GDIs is much greater than the potential climate forcing associated with higher black carbon emissions from GDI engines. May, Greg T. Drozd, Allen H.

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Fleet Engine Global Fuel Economy

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

DOE Co-Optima initiative publishes report reviewing first 12 months; progress on fuels and engines

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JANUARY 16, 2017

Thrust I has concentrated on improving near-term SI engine efficiency and assessing desirable properties for bio-derived or bio-based components (blendstocks) to be blended with petroleum-derived gasoline. The research teams have identified more than 40 promising blendstock candidates. Click to enlarge.

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Engine Fuel Downsizing Gasoline

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. Infiniti’s EV and e-POWER hybrid powertrains offer greater packaging flexibility for Infiniti engineers, and afford new creative freedom in design.

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Infinity Concept Electric Electrical

Delphi Highlighting New Components and Systems for Improving Fuel Consumption in Spark Ignition Engines

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

The new systems are part of Delphi’s broad portfolio of powertrain technologies for gasoline, diesel, hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. By 2017, we expect a 40:60 split in the gasoline market in Europe between port injection and direct injection. Reduced power consumption with compact new brushless fuel pump.

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Engine Fuel Gasoline-Electric Gasoline

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. Planning background. ” First-generation EcoBoost.

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Downsizing

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Volkswagen Group to begin equipping TSI and TFSI engines with gasoline particulate filters from June 2017

Rheinmetall logs €250M order for electric vacuum pumps for PHEVs

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

Porsche secures third straight FIA WEC Manufacturers’ World Championship title with the 919 Hybrid

Ford launching major new product push in Europe; fuel economy and 1.0L EcoBoost engine; first Ford full hybrid car for Europe

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

Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

Update on DOE Co-Optima project to co-optimize fuels & engines; goal of 30% per vehicle reduction in petroleum

Kia introduces 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle, Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid at Chicago

Center for Automotive Research calls long-run economic risk to auto industry of mandating permanent fuel economy standards very serious; recommends periodic reviews

Hyundai showcasing new downsized turbo engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; i40 48V Hybrid, i30 CNG

Study: splash blended ethanol fuels with higher ethanol percentage enable higher thermal efficiency in SI engine

NRC releases second report on 21st Century Truck Partnership

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

DOE FY17 SBIR Phase I Release 2 topics include fuel cells, EV batteries, engines

Aeristech develops advanced 12V electric supercharger

Study finds fleet switch from PFI to GDI engines will result in net reduction in global warming

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

DOE Co-Optima initiative publishes report reviewing first 12 months; progress on fuels and engines

Infiniti unveils electric Prototype 10 at Pebble Beach

Delphi Highlighting New Components and Systems for Improving Fuel Consumption in Spark Ignition Engines

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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