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SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Automakers are turning to downsized turbocharged engines to satisfy more stringent global fuel economy and emission regulations and customer demand for better-performing vehicles. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, downsized turbocharged engines also reduce harmful exhaust emissions.

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JULY 28, 2014

In contrast, energy consumption will grow in developing regions, particularly in Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. gasoline and diesel) represent the bulk of energy consumption throughout the forecast period. Source: Navigant Research. Click to enlarge. Conventional fuels (e.g.,

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

The B-MAX will deliver best-in-class fuel economy in both gasoline and diesel versions, according to Ford. For the first time on Mondeo, a diesel all-wheel drive variant will also be offered. The Edge—a larger, more premium crossover that is a success in North America and other markets—also will come to Europe.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2014

Combining a modular approach with a scalable thermoelectric heat exchanger design, GMZ Energy will eventually integrate multiple 200W blocks into a single 1,000 W diesel engine waste heat recovery solution. down-speeding, downsized engine, etc.), In June, GMZ successfully generated 270 watts from a TEG as part of $1.5-million

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2016

Specific to diesel, it also has the potential to significantly reduce pollutant emissions, like mononitrogen oxide (NO x ), and help meet more stringent regulations including the Real-Driving Emissions test in Europe. Regional highlights include: In North America, more engine downsizing is expected. liter six-cylinder.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2010

Develop and demonstrate a highly efficient and clean diesel engine, an advanced waste heat recovery system, an aerodynamic Peterbilt tractor and trailer combination, and a fuel cell auxiliary power unit to reduce engine idling. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC. 38,831,115. 39,559,868. 14,458,572. Cummins Inc. 15,000,000. 15,000,000.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2014

Compared to new diesel engines, the Delphi team found that BSFC for GDCI at light loads was comparable or better, and at high loads was about 5% higher. A high octane fuel was injected late on the compression stroke of a boosted diesel engine operating with high EGR. Background. Earlier post.) —Sellnau et al. 2014-01-1300.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2013

Engine downsizing and weight reduction represent around 30% of that potential collectively. Vehicle downsizing has enabled considerable efficiency improvements, particularly in OECD regions and since 2005. Global biofuels production—including bioethanol and biodiesel—was static in 2012.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

At the same time, EcoBoost engines will deliver the off-the-line power and performance comparable to diesels. liter Ford EcoBoost engine will be available globally, launching in North America in 2010 and for its first rear-wheel drive application in the Ford Falcon in Australia from 2011. The all-new EcoBoost 1.6-liter liter and 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2010

liter unit in Europe and a choice of advanced and improved Duratorq TDCi common-rail diesel engines—all of which offer reductions in fuel consumption of between 10 and 20% compared to the outgoing models. “People downsize cars, not expectations. Asia, Africa and South America production will follow.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2010

The new Touareg will offer a range of conventional gasoline and diesel engine options, an eight-speed transmission and, on the majority of models, Stop-Start technology. The hybrid drive replaces the previous V8 gasoline engines in Europe and America and carries on Volkswagen’s downsizing strategy.

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AUGUST 16, 2016

Daimler Trucks North America LLC will develop and demonstrate a tractor-trailer combination using a suite of technologies including active aerodynamics, cylinder deactivation, hybridization, and the electrification of accessories. Plug In America. Daikin America, Inc. Navistar, Inc. General Motors. HRL Laboratories, LLC.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

This range includes the first four-cylinder engine with cylinder deactivation (ACT)—and the modular diesel engine system (MDB) with the also new EA288 engine series (66 kW / 89 hp to 140 kW / 188 hp). The advantage is significantly accelerated pressure build-up, which leads to very responsive downsized engines.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2011

EVs will likely account for approximately 8% of new car sales in Europe by 2020, supported by consumers’ higher willingness to pay for green technologies, the region’s high emissions standards, and high gasoline and diesel fuel taxes. BCG sees fewer levers available for diesel-fueled ICEs, which are already optimized.

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JUNE 27, 2017

Volkswagen of America is in the process of rolling out its all-new long wheelbase 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan ( earlier post ). The new Tiguan is an important introduction for Volkswagen of America from several perspectives. 2018 Chevy Equinox diesel. Significance of the 2018 Tiguan. Source: Volkswagen. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2011

Whereas future US gasoline demand is expected to be flat for the next 20 years, diesel fuel demand is expected to grow, necessitating changes in refinery operations. kW believed sufficient by Delphi and 5 kW of typical diesel APUs; limited demonstrated durability; 2- to 5-hour warm-up time to the 750°C operating temperature; and high cost.

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EV Central

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ford F-150 Lightning It’s all about adventure and work for the Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck The biggest-selling pick-up truck in America is the F-150 and in 2022 – the F-150 Lightning production line started rolling in September 2021 – it added a battery electric version called the F-150 Lightning.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Its dive into the financial doldrums was short-lived however, and on July 10, 2009, the company bounced back with the formation of a new, downsized GM (see article ). However, the new GM has chosen to turn its back on diesel technology and has tabled plans for a 4.5l diesel engine for light trucks.

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APRIL 21, 2009

Visionary Vehicles Team w/Malcolm Bricklin (who brought the Subaru and the Yugo to America) aims for luxury PHEV. Blue Concept PHEV Van with diesel or hydrogen fuel cells and rooftop photovoltaic. Bob Lutz, Vice Chairman, Product Development, and Chairman, GM North America in GMs interviewed by Carlist.com ). Detroit News ).

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