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mpg and 199 g/mile CO 2 in 2026. These innovative technologies include catalytic and evaporative emissions controls, advanced fuel injection, downsized GDI engines, turbochargers, cooled-EGR systems, dynamic cylinder deactivation, OBD systems as well as hybrid and fuel cell powertrain systems, batteries, electric components and controls.

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JUNE 13, 2012

GM says that the choice to use a small-displacement turbocharged engine for a more powerful Verano model is consistent with Buick’s effort to downsize its powertrains without sacrificing performance. Fuel economy numbers are not final, but the Verano Turbo is expected to be in line with Buick’s other turbocharged models.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

of torque at 4,000 rpm, with a targeted combined fuel economy of 28 mpg with front-wheel drive. A multi-disc and individually controlled hydraulic channel torque converter improves responsiveness by expanding the direct connection band, while a downsized oil pump and double ball bearings minimize frictional losses.

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MAY 20, 2015

will supply 5,000 W/kg high power density prismatic lithium-ion battery cells for the new MY 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ). Featuring a new full-hybrid powertrain which leverages technology from the Chevrolet Volt, the 2016 Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22

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JULY 28, 2014

To meet the increased fuel economy requirements for new vehicles, automakers have made major investments in engine downsizing, vehicle lightweighting, and vehicle electrification. Relatively modest incremental fuel economy improvements of 2 mpg to 3 mpg per vehicle can have significant impacts on global oil demand.

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JULY 24, 2011

The company anticipates that it will be the only gasoline-powered vehicle delivering fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter (equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 and the downsizing of the particles sprayed from the injector. L/100km) in JC08 mode. This new mini vehicle will have an entry price of less than ¥800,000 (US$10,200).

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AUGUST 3, 2011

The auto industry’s current materials portfolio will need to be augmented to meet new 2025 fuel economy standards, according to a WardsAuto and DuPont Automotive survey conducted in late July. 49% of respondents thought that powertrains would see the greatest percentage of material changes as a result of proposed 2025 CAFE standards.

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JANUARY 9, 2012

liter EcoBoost is expected to deliver non-hybrid fuel efficiency of 26 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway. liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder gasoline engine, significantly downsized from the previous 2.5-liter This powertrain is anticipated to deliver best-in-class fuel economy of 47 mpg (5.0L/100km)

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MARCH 31, 2014

l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4 mpg) at the time of discontinuation in 2013 to between 5.5 and 47 mpg)—depending on the tires fitted. l/100 km (56 mpg to 58.8 mpg)—depending on the tires. l/100 km (36.8 l/100 km (42.8

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

liter ELC-Hybrid to downsized 1.4L VTES + SpeedStart. CPT and AVL’s most recent work assesses the potential of a VTES equipped downsized ELC-Hybrid vehicle in combination with the CPT SpeedStart Integrated Starter Generator ( earlier post ) and the UltraBattery. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 26, 2009

Battery range of this innovative vehicle was more than sufficient to exceed our performance target of 40 miles in all-electric mode. In fact the H3E drove over 50 miles using only approximately 60% of the battery pack. A liquid-cooled, 41 kWh lithium-ion battery pack operates at 700V and provides the energy storage.

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Hummer All-Electric Miles Range 231

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MARCH 14, 2010

mpg US) (NEDC combined consumption, provisional figure)—a fuel savings of 25% compared to the current S63 AMG. The improved fuel economy is also in large measure due to the standard stop-start function. Debuting in the new Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG, the new V8 biturbo consumes 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers (22.4

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JUNE 25, 2012

The testing process compares fuel economy performance from the vehicle in its original condition with the performance using XL Hybrids’ charge-sustaining hybrid system. XLH engineers have already designed the next-generation release, in which the battery pack is downsized to 1.5 The company had been targeting a 20% reduction.

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APRIL 2, 2010

Yesterday, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National High Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly established increasingly stringent greenhouse gas emission standards under the Clean Air Act for 2012 through 2016 model-year vehicles and fuel economy standards under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy program, respectively.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The sleek tractor-trailer combination boosted fuel efficiency by 70%—exceeding 12 mpg, with some test runs showing more than 13 mpg—in road tests, and powertrain brake thermal efficiency reached 50%. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2010

mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 193 g/km. When drivers adopt an anticipatory style of driving, this has a direct and positive impact on fuel economy. Regenerative Braking : During braking, the E-Motor recovers kinetic energy, which is then stored in the high-voltage NiMH battery pack. The new Touareg Hybrid combines a 3.3-liter

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JANUARY 14, 2011

Ford is focused on lightweighting as a key enabling technology for lowering fuel consumption in combustion-engined vehicles (ICE) and for extending the range—and the size—of battery electric vehicles (EVs). Taking the displacement down gets you on a percentage basis the best fuel economy value versus other technologies.

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Ford Fuel Emissions Vehicles 252

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JUNE 29, 2012

For the 2013 XF and XJ lineup, Jaguar is adding two new downsized forced induction gasoline powerplants: 3.0-liter The supercharged V8 gasoline engine has fuel economy gains of up to 11% with emissions reductions of more than 8%, while the naturally-aspirated V8 sees economy improvements of up to 8% with emissions down by more than 6%.

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Gasoline Engine 2013 MPH 225

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FEBRUARY 10, 2010

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 mpg US), which corresponds to 119 grams of CO 2 /km (191.5 mpg US), respectively, in the EU test cycle. mph) and offers fuel economy of 3.8

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

mpg US) and CO 2 emissions range from 99 to 107 g/km. To achieve these results, PureTech development called for a number of changes, chief among which were: Downsizing. Top speed is up 7 mph (11 km/h), and fuel economy is also improved by up to 1.5 mpg US), while CO 2 emissions are a full 38 g/km lower at 99 g/km.

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

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JANUARY 16, 2012

With five models, four of which are equipped with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel range starts at 87g/km of CO 2 (delivering fuel economy of 69 mpg US or 3.4 mpg US or 4.3 The rectification of the alternator current to battery current (AC/DC) is realized with field-effect transistors instead.

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MAY 26, 2015

Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers will be eligible for a $2,500 fixed federal tax credit and a variable federal tax credit based on battery capacity that will also be over $2,000. Combined fuel economy (mpg). In charge sustaining mode, the Sonata PHEV is expected to return 40 mpg (5.88 Battery charge mode. 40 93 MPGe.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2009

Bubble chart of plausible mainstream PHEV buyers’ battery requirements (light and dark gray circles) and experts’s requirements overlaid on a Ragone plot of NiMH and Li-ion batteries. Based on the game results, battery pack requirements would be equal to or less than 2 kWh. Source: Ken Kurani. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 27, 2015

mpg (19.26 The Freightliner SuperTruck uses a downsized and downsped 10.7-liter The SuperTruck also incorporates Predictive Hybrid Control, which optimizes hybrid battery-charging strategies to the terrain of the road ahead. This reduces friction, and increases efficiency and fuel economy. Click to enlarge. Powertrain.

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

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DECEMBER 11, 2009

This CO 2 level is comparable to that emitted by equivalent sized full hybrid vehicles, yet avoids their need for high voltage and the significant impact a hybrid’s large batteries and traction motors have on overall vehicle cost, mass and packaging.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2012

With the Generation 3 HEV system, Ford decided to downsize the engine from a 2.5L Atkinson to improve fuel economy. In-house engineering was a key enabler and included all controls, the battery pack, transmission and eDrive system, Gray said. All of that contributes to the overall fuel economy improvement, Gray noted.

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

Growth is led by developing regions such as China, India, Africa and other emerging economies. The vast majority will be hybrids that use mainly gasoline plus a small amount of battery power; these will make up more than 40 percent of the global fleet by 2040. L/100 km) by 2040. L/100 km) by 2040. —ExxonMobil Outlook.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

On 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1 mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.).

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JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7 mpg by 2025. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7

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FEBRUARY 14, 2011

It achieves gasoline equivalent fuel efficiency of more than 70 mpg US (3.36 In addition to improving the fuel economy and range of the powertrain, Hyundai has also created a more compact power source for the Tucson ix FCEV. 21 kW (battery). fuel economy. liter Nu engine delivering 40 mpg highway for the Elantra.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

kWh Lithium Ion Polymer battery is located underneath the rear seat. Because the high-voltage battery is both power and energy dense, engineers were able to use the downsized gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and reduce emissions. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7

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APRIL 21, 2009

GM has announced plans for public sales in 2010, and almost every carmaker now says it will sell PHEVs or highway-speed battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sometime after 2010. Batteries not ready. Hyundai Partnering with Korean battery companies for hybrids. 2010 Prius designed to be manufactured with NiMH or Lithium batteries.

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