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Mazda announces SKYACTIV-X: gasoline Spark Controlled Compression Ignition

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Compression ignition combined with a supercharger will improve fuel economy while delivering tremendous engine response and increased torque of 10–30% over the current SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine. the greatest contribution to reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Yamasaki, Y., Umahashi, S.,

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Kia unveiling new cee’d GT line with new 1.0L T-GDi and 7-speed DCT at Geneva

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liter T-GDi engine produces 120 PS (118 hp, 88 kw) and 172 N·m (127 lb-ft) torque, and has been engineered to deliver lower CO 2 emissions than the 1.6-liter As well as scavenging clean air for the engine to re-use for combustion, it is able to open the wastegate at the same time to improve waste air flow. Kia cee’d GT Line.

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Choosing an Eco-friendly Vehicle: Hybrid vs. Electric Cars

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On the other hand, hybrids that don’t plug in draw their battery power from the engine and when the battery is drained, the car simply switches to gas power. They also often use a system called regenerative braking to stop, which decelerates the car as soon as you remove your foot from the gas pedal. Check coolant levels.

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