Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2023

They are set to make their public debut at the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show in Munich, with deliveries commencing in December 2023. Its BMW TwinPower Turbo technology includes an upgraded turbocharging system with electrically operated blow-off valve and indirect charge air cooling, along with a cross-bank exhaust manifold.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 5, 2024

The internal-combustion engine Mustang seems safe, at least in the short term. The Charger won't only be available in all-electric models. Available drive modes will include Donut, Drift, Sport, Track, Drag, Wet/Snow, Auto, Eco, and two race modes. An adaptive damping system that uses dual valves will be available.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Daimler announced that findings from a new internal investigation have raised questions on the safe usage of R-1234yf as a replacement refrigerant in mobile air conditioning (MAC) systems. This was determined by numerous laboratory and crash tests carried out by international vehicle manufacturers and independent institutions.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2014

In-use testing of three light duty diesel vehicles—certified to US-EPA Tier2-Bin5 and California LEV-II ULEV emissions limits— found a wide variation in real world emissions performance relative to the regulatory limits. Kappanna (2014) “ In-use emissions testing of light-duty diesel vehicles in the US ”. diesels and one 3.0L

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2012

Their paper was presented at the ASME Internal Combustion Engine Division 2012 Fall Technical Conference by Marcello Canova, assistant professor at OSU; lead author was Philipp Skarke, from the University of Stuttgart Institute for Internal Combustion Engines and Automotive Engineering. Exhaust gas exergy map of EcoCAR engine.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

—Michael Ruth, Director/Technical Project Leader, Advanced Light-Duty. A dual loop Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system with both low- and high-pressure circuits and switchable valve timing improve light load emissions output and allow for increased power density of the engine. Cummins Inc. met the U.S.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In much of the world, December is a month of twinkling lights. Whether for religious or secular celebrations, the variety and functionality of lights have exploded in recent years, abetted by cheap and colorful LEDs and compact electronics. But decorative lights aren't new. His tree now boasted 120 lights and more colors.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2020

The world première of the pioneering electrified Jeep SUVs took place during the 2019 Geneva International Motor Show. It is based on a modular structure and is available for the 4xe versions in the four-cylinder configuration with two output levels: 130 (Limited version) or 180 hp (Trailhawk and S). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2019

Even for consumer light-duty vehicles, particularly larger size passenger vehicles, limited access to charging infrastructure and/or the substantial recharge time may drive continued demand for alternatives. However, the researchers note, a simple source-to-tank cost analysis neglects the key issue of power generation onboard the vehicle.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2014

Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of the redesigned 2015 Jetta sedan at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. The maximum torque of 236 lb-ft (230 N·m) is available from 1750 rpm up to 3000 rpm. A complex exhaust gas recirculation system is also used. 2015 Jetta. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 16, 2024

However, according to the World Resources Institute , “EVs need to account for 75 percent to 95 percent of passenger vehicle sales by 2030 in order to meet international climate goals aimed at keeping global warming to 1.5 For more on what other countries’ plans are, check out the International Energy Agency’s Global EV Policy Explorer page.)

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Power delivery and torque build-up occur very spontaneously and without delay: as in Formula 1, the electric support of the exhaust gas turbocharger eliminates the turbo lag of the combustion engine, while at the same time the electric drive pushes powerfully from a standstill. Operating strategy: electric power always available.

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APRIL 21, 2019

Rapide E’s range is more than 200 miles under the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), while the model is capable of charging at a rate of 1851.2 Aston Martin’s design and engineering teams worked in partnership to extract the optimal aerodynamic performance available from the Rapide’s form.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Ultra-Light Door Design, Manufacturing and Demonstration (Area of Interest 2). Vehma International of America. This project will design, develop, and demonstrate an ultra- light hybrid composite door and utilize predictive engineering (PE) to identify robust material and process design cycles. TPI Composites. Clemson University.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Called Firefly, the PEMS provides continuous analysis of diesel or internal combustion engine emissions. Global MRV is deploying Firefly technology to measure, report and verify the operations of light- and heavy-duty vehicles operating in normal driving conditions. Data availability in a ready-to-use format. Rapid deployment.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

The analysis indicates 8%–10% greater efficiency improvement is available and cost effective for vehicles by 2025, compared to the latest US regulatory analysis. EPA estimated the associated costs of cooled exhaust gas recirculation at approximately $216 per vehicle. Previous costs of compliance have been greatly overestimated.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2014

Audi is presenting an Audi TT offroad concept at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. The exhaust manifold is integrated into the cylinder head—the foundation for the high-performance thermal management system. Full system output is available in Sport mode. Audi TT offroad concept. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 17, 2015

ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo and in the new Opel Astra at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt (IAA) in September. The four-cylinder turbocharged unit with central direct fuel injection will be available in two outputs, 92 kW/125 hp and 110 kW/150 hp. GM will premiere the new 1.4 Earlier post.) The aluminum 1.4 Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Mitsubishi Fuso, 90% owned by Daimler AG, has improved the performance of its Fuso Canter light-duty truck. With 140,000 units produced worldwide, the Fuso Canter is an international hit in the light-duty-truck sector and easily the best-selling truck model at Daimler Trucks. Fuso Canter 7C15 Eco Hybrid, box body.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2013

The resulting increase in internal trade and transportation of merchandise will also lead to a significantly more prominent role for diesel, Bosch says. Bosch expects this market share to increase significantly in the future due to the expanding range of available diesel models.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2013

Key features of the GTD engine include its variable valve timing (VVT), dual-loop exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), intercooler integrated in the intake manifold, the common-rail system that now operates at 29,000 psi (2,000 bar) instead of 26,000 psi (1,800 bar), and a new turbocharger. Variable Valve Timing. Dual-loop EGR system.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2014

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) announced preliminary test results of its Dedicated-Exhaust Gas Recirculation (D-EGR) demonstration vehicle ( earlier post ) at the SAE 2014 World Congress in Detroit. With D-EGR, one or more cylinders have their exhaust connected directly to the intake system. Overall, the engine offered a 13.1%

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2018

Toyota unveiled the new fifth-generation Avalon at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Avalon comes in four available grades: the athletic XSE (all-new) and Touring, as well as the more opulent XLE and Limited. liter V6 (2GR-FKS), and, a 2.5-liter Hybrid grades include XLE, Limited, and XSE. 2019 Avalon Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2014

GMZ has been using TG8 modules in developing vehicular thermoelectric generators for the Bradley Fighting Vehicle (1 kW TEG) as well as to design and to integrate a light-duty vehicle TEG into a Honda Accord as part of a DOE-funded project. Internal Resistance (Ω). Earlier post.). Peak Power (W). Voltage at Peak Power (V).

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APRIL 23, 2014

The project uses the Dearman Engine, a highly-efficient liquid nitrogen or air (LiN) engine ( earlier post ) that harvests low-grade heat sources and, in this configuration, is most effective in urban duty cycles, working with the internal combustion engine (ICE) as a hybrid powertrain. Earlier post. ). The IDP10-funded project will cost £3.25

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will optimize fuel-based control of novel combustion strategies in light- and heavy-duty vehicles to enable diesel-like efficiencies with ultra-low engine-out emissions. Light-weighting materials. Increased availability of magnesium can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel efficiency. 10,000,000.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

The idea is to take as little energy as possible from the internal combustion engine. We then multiplied the sources of electrical energy for power units by adding solar panels and installing an exhaust gas heat energy recovery system based on the Rankine cycle. The more energy there is available at low cost, the more it will be used.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2018

liter diesel engine now available with Kia’s new eight-speed automatic transmission, and—in certain markets—48-volt mild-hybrid power ( earlier post ). The Sportage is also available with an all-new 1.6-liter The 2018 Sportage is available in Europe and Korea with Kia’s new 1.6-liter, New ‘SmartStream’ 1.6-liter

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2016

By rightsizing engines with available technologies, automakers are able to continue applying the benefits of smaller turbocharged engines while fine-tuning powertrain systems to further optimize fuel economy, emissions and performance. Turbocharged diesel engines will continue to be in demand on light-duty trucks. liters and 1.7

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

If all of this wasn’t enough, Dodge is equipping the Charger Daytona SRT with something called a Fratzonic Chambered Exhaust system where an amplifier and speaker, located in the rear end, produces a 126 dB roar that mimics the Dodge SRT Hellcat. Pricing and Availability. An End to Silent EVs.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2009

The remaining two-thirds are lost as waste heat going into the environment through the car’s exhaust emissions and through the radiator. Making some of that waste heat energy available through intelligent heat management offers significant potential for reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions, BMW said. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 6, 2013

The Fuso Canter Eco Hybrid, which was unveiled at the International Motor Show in Hanover in September 2012, is the first series production hybrid light-duty truck in Europe. During the day, only trucks with gas engines and with exhaust systems complying with the Euro VI standard or higher are permitted.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

DOE also announced up to $35 million to advance fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, including enabling the early adoption of fuel cell applications, such as light duty fuel cell electric vehicles. This new funding opportunity announcement will be available in early February. less than a baseline structure.

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My Electric Car

MAY 19, 2019

The advent of the internal combustion engine eliminated the ‘horse manure crisis’ of the eighteen hundreds but replaced it with something more sinister. The legacy of the internal combustion engine includes polluted cities, premature deaths, externalised health costs, oil wars and carbon emissions.

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JANUARY 13, 2014

Ford introduced the all-new Ford F-150 at its press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. liter EcoBoost and design an engine with compact structure and high strength and light weight. All-new aluminum cylinder heads feature water-cooled integrated exhaust manifolds. The available 5.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2018

Cooling air is drawn from inside the truck and vented via the built-in cabin exhausters. liter HEMI V-8 will also be available without the eTorque system. A cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system enables improved fuel economy and emissions performance at higher loads. liter Pentastar V-6. The Pentastar V-6 uses an 11.3:1

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Unlike conventional internal combustion engines, the same electric motors can be used in both high-power/continuous use (trucks) as well as high power/transient use (sportscars). The motors are light—approximately 40 lbs (18 kg)—and high power, delivering up to 250 hp (186 kW).

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