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Classic Mini EV Conversion in Los Angeles

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Alas, I'm moving out of my garage, and the Mini is getting caught up in the downsize! It is a 1992 JDM import (Japanese SPi/MPi) that is currently registered and insured to my LLC in Montana with a clean Montana title. It is currently in my personal garage in Hollywood, CA.

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Volkswagen of America bringing in downsized 1.8L EA888 engine to displace 2.5L; all vehicles E15 capable

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Volkswagen predicts fuel highway fuel economy will improve by up to 17% with the downsized engine. liter gasoline trims, all TDI Clean Diesel models will offer VW Car-Net (below), a relocated MDI cable (now in the center console), and new independent rear suspension. The Beetle and Beetle Convertible 2.5-liter s hydraulic setup.

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ICCT-led analysis of turbocharged, downsized engine tech finds lower costs and greater benefits than 2012 EPA/NHTSA analysis; 48V, e-boost, Miller

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A new white paper published by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), in collaboration with Eaton, Ricardo, JCI, BorgWarner, Honeywell, and the ITB Group, analyzes current turbocharged, downsized gasoline engine technology developments and trends. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge.

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VW Premieres New Polo GTI; Textbook Downsizing Results in 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption from Predecessor

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The new Polo GTI, in what Volkswagen is calling “textbook downsizing”, is powered by a new 1.4-liter The new Volkswagen Polo GTI. Click to enlarge. Volkswagen is premiering the new Polo GTI. liter TSI with gasoline direct injection plus turbo- and supercharging. The GTI variant in the Polo model range is sporty and safe.

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Clean powertrain company Punch Powertrain acquires power electronics specialist Apojee

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Furthermore, the ICE can be downsized using a larger but slower turbo to retain power requirement. The combination of hybridization and engine downsizing can increase the total fuel saving up to 20%. As a result, the battery size of the system can be reduced, since the flywheel absorbs most of the energy peaks.

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ITM Power and Hardstaff Group to develop hydrogen-CNG fuel system for heavy-duty vehicles

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UK clean fuel and energy storage company ITM Power and The Hardstaff Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop and market a Hydrogen Compressed Natural Gas (HCNG) fuel system for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs). ITM Power designs and manufactures hydrogen energy systems for energy storage and clean fuel production.

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FEV showcasing plug-in hybrid transmission at SAE World Congress

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The transmission is targeting the needs of transmission developers who are being asked to provide higher levels of capability in a smaller package that can be used in a downsized engine compartment, while at the same time reducing mechanical complexity and increasing robustness.

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