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Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

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Continuing to emphasize a downsizing approach, Volkswagen presented two new engines at the at the 30 th Vienna Engine Symposium (7-8 May): the 1.2-liter Both engines will be available to order for the new Polo and the Golf this year. Downsizing is rigorously being developed in the volume segments with the 1.2 Click to enlarge.

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Downsized 4.0 TFSI for Audi S8 cuts fuel consumption 23% compared to predecessor; cylinder deactivation and start-stop

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Audi’s principle of downsizing: “ Forced induction replaces displacement ” One twin-scroll turbocharger per cylinder bank compresses the fresh air. Because there is no coolant flow at all through the engine, the oil reaches its operating temperature more quickly, shortening the phase in which high frictional losses occur.

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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter The transmission has been upgraded significantly since its introduction with the original Sonata Hybrid and now uses an electric oil pump, which helps improve efficiency. Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%.

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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The familiar V6 diesel is available as an option. Maximum torque is available right from low engine speeds and over a broad engine speed range. This downsizing enables lower fuel consumption, accompanied by low emissions and optimum weight. Click to enlarge. The engines attain both a high specific power output and high torque.

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Audis A1 to Launch With Four Engine Options; Energy Recuperation and Stop-Start Standard

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This downsizing concept coupled with energy recuperation and stop-start technologies from the Audi modular efficiency platform give them fuel consumption ranging from 3.8 The newly developed four-cylinder exemplifies the Audi’s downsizing strategy of substituting turbocharging for volume. mph) while consuming an average of 3.9

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Citroën introduces first members of new 3-cylinder gasoline engine family; 1.0L and 1.2L PureTech reduce fuel consumption about 25%

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To achieve these results, PureTech development called for a number of changes, chief among which were: Downsizing. The regulated, variable-capacity oil pump continually provides optimal lubrication pressure. Top speed is up 7 mph (11 km/h), and fuel economy is also improved by up to 1.5 Three cylinders. liter unit it replaces.

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Lexus NX compact utility arrives in North America

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To keep the engine oil clean, the intake system creates a syphon which draws carbon vapors away from the crankcase allowing for 10,000 miles between oil changes similar to aspirated engines. Package efficiency improvements include downsizing the Power Control Unit (PCU) with a double-sided inverter cooling system. Drivelines.