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

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Although real-world fuel economy improvements from GDI technology alone are close to 1.5%, they can reach 8% by downsizing and turbocharging the engine, which can be achieved on GDI engines without loss of power compared to PFI engines. We estimate ozone and SOA formation potential. engine calibration (spark timing, valve timing, etc.),

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