Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2016

LeMond Composites, founded by three-time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond, has licensed a low-cost, high-volume carbon fiber manufacturing process developed at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The BMW Group is systematically pushing forward with development of hydrogen fuel cell technology as an additional option for locally emission-free individual mobility in the future. The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP).

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2022

While electric cars will remain the largest electric vehicle market for the foreseeable future in terms of battery demand and market revenue generation, most transport sectors are facing a transition. Upcoming IMO policy includes an ‘Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI)’ and the Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII).

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2011

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. UChicago Argonne LLC.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2013

Opel also estimates it will reduce the average carbon tailpipe emissions from its fleet by 27% by 2020. The rollout of these technologies in new GM US models between 2011 and 2016 is expected to improve the fuel economy of our fleet by more than 18 percent, which will translate into a more than 15 percent reduction in CO 2 emissions.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Developing cost-effective technologies to improve new vehicle fuel efficiency and achieve or exceed corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards of 144 gCO 2 /mi (61.6 Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) development of carbon fiber composites for lightweight vehicles. million barrels per day); and.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 22, 2014

parts or components where necessary to realize the benefits of economies of scale. For the specific outreach activities proposed by the applicant, metrics should be provided that illustrate the potential impact on the robustness of the supply chain (economies of scale, etc.).

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2012

In combined mode, which uses the internal combustion engine and electric motor, customers experience sporty driving performance and better fuel economy. Each new future Audi model will be lighter in weight than the previous model. The Q5 hybrid quattro, A6 hybrid and A8 hybrid can drive up to 3 km (1.9 miles) on electric power.

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Audi PHEV Concept China 253

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The new Mirai is one part of an electrification strategy that also includes Toyota’s current and future hybrids and upcoming battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The result is a much higher level of handling precision, giving the second-gen Mirai a distinctly sporting feel to match its future-looking powertrain. Luxury Car Chassis.

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Toyota Design Electric Vehicles Fuel 448

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2015

Made from a carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic material by SABIC, the current model of the Strati takes approximately 44 hours to print 212 layers. Local Motors built a working micro-factory on the show floor, giving a front-row seat of how cars will be made in the near future.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2011

Taking the displacement down gets you on a percentage basis the best fuel economy value versus other technologies. Once you take the weight out, you take the engine down and get substantial deltas in fuel economy. liter EcoBoost I-4, expected to deliver 30% better fuel economy than the 2010 model.

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EV Match

MARCH 19, 2021

At EVmatch, we’re on a mission to build a clean energy future together with industry-aligned partners. is your one-stop-shop for Tesla Accessories like headlight tint, carbon fiber, decals, and more. Once on the road, EV drivers reduce their carbon emissions by up to 80% and save over $1,000/year on fuel & maintenance.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials. Subtopics include: Low-Cost Development of Magnesium.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The SuperTruck powertrain includes a complex Rankine waste-heat recovery system, which converts heat normally wasted in exhaust into torque, boosting fuel economy by helping to power the vehicle. (This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.).

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Baua Electric

MARCH 13, 2024

While India has a position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, its motor vehicle penetration per capita remains significantly lower compared to the global average. Lightweight materials like carbon fiber composites and aluminum alloys improve fuel efficiency and vehicle performance while maintaining structural integrity.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 2, 2022

Clean Fleet Report has tested many Toyota hybrid models and know this fuel economy number can easily be topped, getting in the 40+ mpg range. With the change comes an increase in horsepower from 139 to 169, faster 0-60 mph by two seconds and fuel economy increased to 31 mpg city/40 highway/34 combined. Corolla Sedan and Hatchback.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2015

Both engines have been retuned for fuel economy and better performance and drivability with maximum torque now available at a lower RPM. The transmission optimizes the engine’s responsiveness for a sporty feel that doesn''t sacrifice fuel economy. Also new for the Optima, Michelin tires are available on all trims. Body and chassis.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

In addition to vehicle electrification and lightweighting technologies, the FOA supports technology development to reduce petroleum consumption through fuel economy improvements. The submodels will be made available to CFD software developers (vendors) for inclusion in their future software offerings.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 12, 2015

This is planned to increase in the future. Together, GM and Honda can standardize hardware designs, leverage shared investments, and more quickly achieve scale economies, while building upon one of the strongest patent portfolios in the business. Many of the past obstacles have been largely addressed, leaving only a few focus areas.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Your numbers may differ. The base engine on the GV70 is a turbocharged 2.5L

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2013

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Vehicle Technology Program is seeking public comment on the draft of an upcoming solicitation ( DE-FOA-0000793 ) totaling more than $50 million for new research projects that will develop advanced technologies to improve vehicle performance and increase fuel economy. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Availability in other Polestar markets will be confirmed in the future. Founded by Volvo Cars and Geely Holding, Polestar enjoys specific technological and engineering synergies with Volvo Cars and benefits from significant economies of scale as a result. Availability and pricing for US and Canada are expected in spring 2022.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2014

Earlier this month, Ford unveiled its Lightweight Concept vehicle, which uses advanced materials to explore future weight-reduction solutions that could improve performance and fuel efficiency while reducing CO 2 emissions. A 10% reduction in vehicle weight can result in a 6%-8% fuel economy improvement. Earlier post.).

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Concept Carbon Fiber Vehicles Ford 284

Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2019

These are not simply manufacturing innovations: they are end-to-end, whole-life solutions that address every aspect of the manufacture, use and recycling of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) and the way in which its properties can enable new approaches to vehicle design and manufacture. CFRP is a material of huge promise.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 24, 2010

The three EN-V models unveiled in Shanghai represent three different characteristics that emphasize the nature of future transportation: Jiao (Pride), Miao (Magic) and Xiao (Laugh). Shanghai is expected to become one of the epicenters for the establishment of personal mobility solutions for the future, according to GM.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 2, 2014

US mpg) fuel economy, equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 The brake calipers grip large, carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs, and the tire size is 285/30 R 21. In the dual headlights, a typical quattro feature, Audi is demonstrating future lighting technology by combining matrix LED and laser light technologies.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2014

AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) For the purposes of this AOI, a carbon fiber composite is defined as a composite that combines carbon fiber with polymer resin. Carbon Fiber Composite Targets.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 14, 2014

Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles (Area of Interest 2). This project will develop, integrate and implement predictive models for Carbon-Fiber Reinforced Polymer composites that link the material design, molding process and final performance.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2011

A report prepared by Ricardo earlier this year for, and in collaboration with, the expert membership of the UK’s Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership ( earlier post ) highlighted the increasing importance of accounting for whole life carbon emissions to compare the greenhouse gas emissions of low carbon vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2016

The CatalIST concept underscores the company’s conviction that the innovations achieved through the program will serve as the catalyst for significant improvements in future commercial vehicles. Innovative use of lighter-weight carbon-fiber panels in the upper body, roof headers, back panel, and dash panel. Fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2012

EERE’s Vehicles Technologies Program (VTP) is focused on developing technologies to enable average new vehicle fuel economy of more than 60 mpg (3.9 To meet the demands of future high efficiency engines new low temperature catalyst materials for exhaust after-treatment having the ability to reach 90% efficiency at or below 150 °C are needed.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

Innovative Technology for Emissions-free Driving Mirai translates as future in Japanese. If there was ever a car on the road fitting the bill as future, it is the 2024 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). Exclusively available in California, Toyota sold 2,737 Mirais in 2023.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

This advanced heat-resistant coating is regularly used in Formula One cars and is applied in a plasma spray to the carbon-fiber diffuser to protect it from the exhaust gases. Jaguar is already aiming to reduce the drag coefficient of its future models in order to increase fuel efficiency. Active aerodynamics.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

The smart forvision is intended to showcase technologies for electric mobility of the future. In addition to the tridion passenger cell, further components such as the doors are made of carbon-fiber-reinforced epoxy resin.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 21, 2016

Secretary Moniz also announced that two innovative projects at CALSTART and the National Association of Regional Councils will receive $3 million to develop systems that help companies combine their purchasing of advanced vehicles, components, and infrastructure to reduce incremental cost and achieve economies of scale.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. For example, fuel economy statistics and a graphic display of the electric range is shown on the navigation map. Audi A4 Avant g-tron.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

Frank has spent more than 30 years in breakthrough vehicle development, during which he received two world records for vehicle fuel economy, designed nine generations of PHEVs, and was a four-time winner of US DOE Advanced Vehicle Design competitions. Appendix B: Car of the Future: A Comparison of Alternative Vehicles. Conclusions.

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