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Mercedes-Benz investing ~€3B in new engine technology; new diesel family, particulate filters for gasoline engines

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billion) in engine technology to ensure further improvements in fuel consumption and emissions in gasoline and diesel engines in current as well as current vehicles, according to Prof. Exhaust aftertreatment systems. The operating range of exhaust-gas recirculation has been extended towards significantly lower temperatures.

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Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

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There will be world premieres for new advanced technologies, such as the Integrated Starter-Alternator (ISG); the 48 V electrical system; and the electric auxiliary compressor (eZV). The optimization of advanced high-tech engines plays a key role in our road map towards sustainable mobility. Cross-sections of the M256.

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Mercedes-AMG HPP awarded Dewar Trophy for PU106A Hybrid F1 Power Unit

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The successful design, research and teamwork resulted in the Mercedes-Benz PU106A Hybrid Power Unit, which has not only been the dominant powertrain in this first season under the new Formula One rules, but is also arguably among the most thermally efficient gasoline powertrains ever produced, with a claimed thermal efficiency of greater than 40%.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks 4WD

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A throwback but full of modern tech. The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco has two EcoBoost gasoline engine choices. The rear has bold Bronco lettering, dual exhaust and LED tail and license plate lights. All the tech you would expect. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Cherokee.

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

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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. The vehicle topics: Electric Drive Vehicle Batteries. Tech transfer: NO x Catalyst.

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Volvo introducing Pilot Assist II semi-autonomous drive tech as standard on MY2017 XC90

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Among a wide range of updates for model year 2017, Volvo Cars will introduce its latest semi-autonomous drive technology, Pilot Assist II, as standard on the XC90 in selected markets. The system adds an electric compressor and pressurized 2L air tank to the powertrain. 60 Series cars.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD

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Those few more miles from each gallon of gasoline are important, and based on your driving needs, sacrificing some performance of the V6 engine could be worth it. The electric power steering was precise with good feedback, especially when tackling mountain sweepers. Safety tech backs up style. Road Test: 2017 Toyota 4Runner.