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DOE awards $4M to two DME projects

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Renewable DME significantly reduces emissions and carbon intensity when used in place of traditional fuels in three applications: As a blending agent with liquified petroleum gas (LPG, or propane); As a diesel replacement in compression ignition engines; and. As an energy-dense, cost-effective means to transport and store renewable hydrogen.

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FedEx Express fleet exceeds 2020 fuel improvement goal of 20%; sets new goal of 30% improvement compared to 2005

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Approximately 35% of the FedEx Express diesel vehicle pickup and delivery fleet has already been converted to more efficient and cleaner emission models that comply with 2010 US Environmental Protection Agency diesel emission standards.

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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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Kia’s new turbocharged engine, developed in-house at the company’s Namyang R&D center in Korea, features a high-pressure direct injection system, advanced engine cooling and an integrated exhaust manifold for cleaner emissions and efficient packaging. Available on GT Line models equipped with the 133 PS 1.6-liter Like the new 1.0-liter

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Ford introduces second-generation 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Diesel for F-Series Super Duty; Gen 1 hits 500,000 mark

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Other benefits include cleaner emissions and a reduction in the buildup of fuel deposits on the valves over time. Further enhancements to Ford Power Stroke diesel include: Ford-designed and -engineered 6R140 TorqShift six-speed transmission uses a new torque converter to manage increased horsepower and torque.

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