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Multicomponent catalytic system efficiently converts carbon dioxide to methanol

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Methanol is a promising renewable fuel that can be adapted to the current liquid fuel infrastructure. It can be produced from hydrogen and carbon dioxide, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and storing hydrogen in the process. —Rayder et al. —Jeffery Byers.

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Peterbilt Launches Model 320 Hydraulic Hybrid, Full Lineup of Natural Gas Powered Vehicles

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The compressed (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) power platforms join Peterbilt’s family of SmartWay®certified on-highway vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles. This fluid is stored until the driver next accelerates the vehicle which reduces fuel consumption and wear on the engine. Click to enlarge. Model 320 Hybrid.

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DOE issues $10M incubator FOA for batteries, power electronics, engines, materials, fuels and lubricants

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energy storing) materials. burn systems and controls that allow compliance with proposed EPA Tier 3 emissions regulations with smaller penalty in fuel economy. pressure fuel injection, and higher pressure engine operation, for implementing the clean diesel combustion strategy. derived fuels, drop?in active (non?energy

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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Direct Petroleum Displacement by Liquid Alternative Fuels in Vehicle Applications. Only a small percentage of a battery’s weight (approximately 25 to 30%) is due to the active materials that store energy. Subtopic 6A: Solid State Thermoelectric Energy Conversion Devices.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

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The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. Conversely, when on the highway, having the option to turn off the EV mode and run the gasoline hybrid motor will return the most efficient driving.

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Flash Drive: 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup

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We tried it and it works, but needing this technology is another conversation for another day. The all-wheel steering and Crab Walk could come in handy when trying to slip into a tight parking spot at the store, so don’t shy away from using it. At the least, find an empty parking lot and experiment with Crab Walk to see what it can do.

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Tata Takes On Air

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The compressed air technology is basically just a way of storing electrical energy without the need for costly, heavy, and occasionally toxic batteries. 18% Alternative fuel hybrid. 37% Higher fuel economy. So, in a sense, this is an electric car. It just doesn't have an electric motor. 39% Plug-in hybrids.