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GM expanding into new commercial applications for its HYDROTEC fuel cell systems

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A palletized MPG to power military camps and installations quietly and efficiently. A palletized MPG to power military camps and installations quietly and efficiently. They could also back up or temporarily replace grid-sourced electricity for residential and small commercial enterprises at times of power disruption.

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Audi presents latest SQ5 TDI diesel; 48V MHEV & electric compressor

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Audi has introduced the latest version of the SQ5 TDI diesel. The SQ5 TDI was first introduced in the fall of 2012 as the first Audi S model powered by a diesel engine. This offers the advantage since exhaust gas cleaning responds more quickly. Two SCR catalytic converters interact: the exhaust gas aftertreatment.

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In Europe, Ford introduces Mondeo hybrid wagon, 2.0L EcoBlue diesel for Mondeo

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At the same time we are introducing an all-new diesel powertrain with SCR (selective catalytic reduction) technology to meet and exceed the latest Euro 6d Temp emissions standards, with an all-new 8-speed automatic transmission available. liter Atkinson cycle gasoline engine; electric motor; generator; 1.4 l/100 km (53.4

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Two new generation TwinPower Turbo diesels in BMW 518d and 520d; up to 57.4 mpg

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liter four-cylinder diesel engines in the 5 Series which boost the output of the new BMW 518d and new BMW 520d by another 5 kW apiece. mpg US) (European cycle) and CO 2 emissions to 109 g/km; this marks a reduction in consumption and CO 2 emissions in the EU test cycle by as much as 0.4 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 114–124 g/km.

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Facelifted Mercedes-Benz B-Class with diesel, gasoline, natural gas and electric drives debuting at Paris show

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Buyers have a wide choice of powertrains: five diesel models with fuel ranging from 3.6 to 47 mpg US); four gasoline engines at between 5.4 mpg US); alternative drive systems (B 200 Natural Gas Drive and B-Class Electric Drive); as well as optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive. B-Class diesels. B 160 CDI.

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ORNL study finds best current use of natural gas for cars is efficient production of electricity for EVs

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However, they also noted, high PTW efficiencies and the moderate fuel economies of current compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs) make them a viable option as well. If CNG were to be eventually used in hybrids, the advantage of the electric generation/EV option shrinks. Their open access paper is published in the journal Energy.

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Nissan introduces new 1.5L diesel in Juke in Europe; 56 mpg US

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liter dCi diesel engine in the Juke in Europe. l/100 km (56 mpg US)—an 11% reduction in consumption from the 4.72 mpg US) of the outgoing 1.5L In addition, a closed-loop low-pressure exhaust gas recycling (EGR) system has helped ensure the unit is compatible with forthcoming Euro6 emission regulations. l/100 km (49.8

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