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Shell/AirFlow Starship hyper-fuel efficient Class 8 truck to make cross-country run

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This next-generation concept truck features a custom, aerodynamic design and aims to demonstrate improvements in fuel economy for Class 8 trucks. Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Bespoke design, elongated flaps fit. and ending in Jacksonville, Fla.

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Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

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Its turbocharger with variable turbine geometry makes optimal use of the exhaust gas energy for early and harmonious torque development. With its abbreviated compression phase and long expansion phase, it was designed specifically for operation at partial load. Operation with the knock-resistant fuel CNG enables a higher 12.5:1

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Road Test: 2023 McLaren GT

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The mid-engine design has outstanding steering, generous sight lines, confident racing-type braking and the type of power a car aficionado expects from McLaren. But if interested, the EPA estimates fuel economy to be 15 mpg city/22 highway/18 combined, running on 91 octane. Talk about drawing a crowd! cubic feet of luggage space.

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Altair Enlighten Award for weight reduction in full vehicle category; Toyota, Faurecia and AP&T module, technology winners

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Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica.

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Solvay Specialty Polymers launches new wear-resistant Veradel polyethersulfone; improved powertrain efficiency

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The new Veradel grade is a tough, high-performance resin designed to meet growing global demand for advanced polymers that can improve automotive powertrain efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. This high-performing polymer also delivers good dimensional stability and strong resistance to oil and exhaust gases.

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

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Sample topic areas that might address one or more of these barriers include: Novel cell, module or pack designs that significantly improve the thermal or safety performance, or significantly reduce the weight, volume, and cost of non? burn and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)?diluted Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials.

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US DOE awards more than $175M to 40 projects for advanced vehicle research and development

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This project will develop boron-based lubricant additives to achieve higher fuel economy, longer durability, and better environmental compatibility in future and legacy engines. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy. Plasan Carbon Composites.