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2018 Toyota AYGO mid-lifecycle update features enhanced 1.0L engine; Euro 6d-TEMP-compliant; up to 61.8 mpg

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But we also had to take into account the increased number of competitors which make the A-segment an even more challenging environment. As a result, combustion efficiency is further enhanced, improving both fuel economy and exhaust gas performance. Through significant improvements to the 1.0-liter,

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Two-year study in Canada finds large trucks disproportionately contribute to higher levels of black carbon pollution

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This was in part due to differences in wind and proximity to the road but, surprisingly, the number of vehicles didn’t make that much of a difference. Research consistently links traffic emissions to negative effects on both the environment and human health. The study is published in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology.

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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The only incentive that TDI vehicles receive—and it isn’t doled out by the US government—is almost consistently best-in-class fuel economy, reduced CO 2 emissions and clean diesel drivers knowing that they are doing their part to reduce the impact on the environment. marketshare by 2018—i.e., marketshare in 2012 to 1.25

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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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The new six-cylinder in-line engine comes with an intelligent form of turbocharging: assisted by the ISG at start-off, the electric auxiliary compressor (eZV) guarantees immediate high torque when driving off and accelerating, bridging the time before the large exhaust turbocharger cuts in. Almost imperceptible restart of the engine.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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The controller continuously monitors the engine’s operating conditions as well as the external environment, and uses an on-board computer to determine the most efficient course of action during real-world operation. The aftertreatment system features additional insulation to retain maximum heat energy in the exhaust. Aerodynamics.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Because EVs run on electricity, the vehicle emits no exhaust from a tailpipe and does not contain the typical liquid fuel components in ICEVs. EV MYTH ONE: Manufacturing EVs is just as bad for the environment as ICEVs. EV MYTH TWO: Producing electricity for EVs is just as bad for the environment as using ICEVs.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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Covered in greater detail in an earlier post , the battery-electric e-tron quattro concept provides a very close foreshadowing of the production model to follow in 2018. Alternatively they can serve as buffers for renewables such as wind and solar power—whether as part of the grid or as home installations.

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