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AUGUST 19, 2022

When it comes to your ICE vehicle, you want it to be running at its best, and that includes having the right exhaust system. Here are five tips to help you pick the right exhaust system: Exhaust for good looks & performance. They are usually lighter and more efficient and can improve horsepower and fuel economy.

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Exhaust Vehicles Fuel Economy Economy 52

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JULY 5, 2017

The defect leads to lower fuel economy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. When the SCR system breaks down, the filter gets clogged, requiring more fuel to be injected to burn it off, according to the complaint.

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Fuel Economy Chrysler Diesel Emissions 170

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

Both intake and exhaust camshafts feature continuously variable valve timing, and the exhaust camshaft further adds variable valve lift and duration through the use of two distinct camshaft lobe profiles. This placement allows for rapid warm up and greater thermal management of the exhaust stream, increasing efficiency.

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Engine Exhaust Hungary MPG 397

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AUGUST 7, 2013

SIDI Turbo (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) generates more torque throughout its operating range than equally powerful, higher displacement engines, while fuel efficiency is improved by 20% compared to Opel’s current 1.6-liter The engine produces low-end torque of 166 N·m (122 lb-ft) all the way from 1,800 to 4,700 rpm.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 236

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FEBRUARY 7, 2013

2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel engine. Assembled in Lordstown, Ohio, the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel has demonstrated an estimated 42 mpg (5.6 Final fuel economy ratings and power specs will be released closer to the on-sale date. This Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel represents a new era in diesel performance for American cars.

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Chevrolet Diesel Clean Cleaning 239

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JULY 26, 2019

EPA-estimated fuel economy for four-wheel drive models is 29 mpg highway/23 city. As such, engineers had a clean sheet to leverage the efficiency and balance of an inline-six-cylinder architecture. The truck draws on innovative technologies to deliver impressive fuel economy and a refined customer experience.

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Silverado MPG Chevrolet Diesel 207

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JUNE 24, 2014

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) announced funding for a new joint research projects to advance clean emission technologies. One of the main groups of pollutants resulting from fuel combustion is the oxides of nitrogen, or NO x.

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San Antonio Exhaust Clean Emissions Fuel Economy 287

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

g/bhp-hr NO x , which is 90% below today’s standards, with better fuel economy. Penetration of fuel saving technologies into the heavy-duty fleet has been spurred by EPA’s Heavy-Duty Greenhouse Gas Phase 1 Standards, and EPA envisions further penetration of these technologies in order for trucks to meet future Phase 2 requirements.

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Emissions Fuel Economy Diesel 2019 221

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OCTOBER 26, 2022

liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine that adds direct fuel injection and Honda’s new fourth-generation two-motor hybrid-electric system, featuring a pair of electric motors now arranged side-by-side in a parallel axis layout. It also allows for a higher sustained top speed, improves fuel economy and enables up to 1,000 pounds of towing.

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North America Honda America Hybrid 259

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JULY 6, 2010

outlined the range of fuel-saving technologies—including 3- and 4-cylinder engines, CVT transmission with stop-start system and new hybrid system ( earlier post ) to be introduced on new models to be launched in fiscal year 2010. class not including hybrid vehicles) fuel economy and CO 2 emissions. Click to enlarge.

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Nissan Engine Hybrid Fuel 252

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JULY 4, 2017

The order for Wärtsilä engines, hybrid exhaust cleaning scrubber systems, and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems was booked in 2016, while the order for the Wärtsilä integrated navigation systems was booked in March 2017. The ships will be built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.

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Engine Emissions Miami Fleet 170

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OCTOBER 31, 2023

As gas and diesel prices continue to spiral, improved fuel economy in your truck is becoming even more of an imperative than before. Finding ways to improve your truck’s fuel efficiency can save money while minimizing environmental impact. Maintaining the correct tire pressure is paramount to ensuring fuel efficiency.

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Gas Maintenance Fuel Economy Economy 71

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

When equipped with optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, its fuel mileage numbers are 42 mpg (5.6 No other diesel sedan offers a better EPA fuel economy highway estimate, Mercedes-Benz notes. Fuel pressure for the BlueTEC direct fuel injection system is 2,000 bar, which makes possible even more power and lower exhaust emissions.

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MPG Mercedes 2014 EPA 230

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Audi of America introduced four new TDI clean diesel models for the US market this year—the Audi A8, A7, A6, Q5—along with an updated Q7 TDI, all equipped with a second-generation 3.0L ” One of our primary goals and objectives is to level the playing field for clean diesel vehicles. Audi''s Gen 2 3.0L Earlier post.)

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

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MARCH 19, 2010

This technology enables the elimination of exhaust aftertreatment and provides a cost-effective, durable and high fuel economy solution for mid-range off-highway engine customers. The Twin Vortex Combustion System is capable of meeting Tier 4 interim/Stage 3B legislation without the need for any form of exhaust aftertreatment.

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Exhaust Emissions Engine Fuel Economy 199

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AUGUST 8, 2017

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. SKYACTIV-X even equals or exceeds the latest SKYACTIV-D diesel engine in fuel efficiency. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Mazda Gasoline Fuel Economy Gasoline-Electric 186

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DECEMBER 8, 2017

and will increase fuel economy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The XL3 hybrid-electric system which is being used on the vans saves fuel through regenerative braking, a process by which the XL3 electric motor helps slow the vehicle when the driver brakes, charging the battery.

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New York City New York Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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JUNE 21, 2024

Clean Fleet Report drove the G70 Sport Prestige with rear-wheel drive powered by the twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 18 mpg city/27 highway/21 combined. Using the same 8-speed automatic, the fuel economy is 22 mpg city/28 highway/24 combined.

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Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning Fleet 47

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JANUARY 18, 2014

long term clean energy goals for the US, and in that context has established multi?year Temperature Combustion (LTC), (2) Dilute Gasoline Combustion, and (3) Clean Diesel Combustion. Technologies that enable LTC operation with either gasoline or diesel fuel, including control methodologies and technologies, especially for mixed?mode

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

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FEBRUARY 11, 2020

From May 2020, the new BMW X5 xDrive40d (combined fuel consumption: 6.4 – 5.9 l/100 km; combined CO 2 emissions: 167 – 154 g/km) and the new BMW X6 xDrive40d (combined fuel consumption: 6.2 – 5.8 With up to 10 injections per cycle, the injectors feed fuel to the combustion chamber at a pressure of up to 2,700 bar.

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BMW Diesel Engine Hybrid 248

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JULY 8, 2015

A 2015 Golf TDI Clean Diesel has set a new Guinness World Records achievement for the “lowest fuel consumption—48 US contiguous States for a non-hybrid car” with an 81.17 of Shell Diesel fuel, the Golf beat the previous mark of 77.99 of Shell Diesel fuel, the Golf beat the previous mark of 77.99 l/100 km) performance.

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MPG 2015 Diesel Exhaust 150

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic). liter diesels currently fitted in Audi and Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel models. Fuel economy improvement. The EA288 under the hood. Click to enlarge.

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2015 Diesel Power Powered 262

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AUGUST 15, 2017

GM expects that number to top the segment in highway fuel economy, with greater highway mileage than the 2017 Toyota RAV4 hybrid (30 mpg) and Nissan Rogue hybrid (35 mpg FWD). is a clean-sheet redesign developed entirely within General Motors, including the engine control system. turbo-diesel engine. Earlier post.). The engine.

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MPG Diesel EPA Exhaust 150

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The sleek tractor-trailer combination boosted fuel efficiency by 70%—exceeding 12 mpg, with some test runs showing more than 13 mpg—in road tests, and powertrain brake thermal efficiency reached 50%. This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.). for the D13.

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Volvo Fuel North America Waste 150

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JULY 8, 2015

We have introduced high‐efficiency diesel engines and diesel particulate filters that eliminate almost all particle emissions from the exhaust tailpipe. The very latest generation of diesel technology combines clean diesel fuel, advanced engines and effective emissions control mechanisms.

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Diesel Fleet Renewable Fuel 150

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MARCH 5, 2014

This compact and lightweight clean diesel engine is designed for combustion efficiency, just like the larger displacement SKYACTIV-D 2.2. The advent of stricter emissions regulations leads to a delay in combustion until after TDC (with a lower cylinder pressure and temperature), although this causes fuel economy to worsen.

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Mazda Diesel Concept Exhaust 262

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JUNE 8, 2010

Highly efficient electrical motors driving the rotors, combined with OPOC (Opposed Piston, Opposed Cylinder) diesel engines ( earlier post ), reduce fuel consumption and emissions by up to 50% relative to a conventional twin-turbine powered helicopter. The pistons are connected to a short crankshaft, located between the two opposed cylinders.

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Diesel Concept Engine Hybrid 275

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

DE-FOA-0002420 ) This funding opportunity supports priorities in batteries and electrification, advanced engine and fuel technologies, materials, and new mobility technologies. Advanced Combustion Engines and Fuels (Up to $5 million). Similarly, there are benefits to be gained with advanced combustion engine research. million).

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Lithium Sulfur Vehicles Energy Storage Affordable 199

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JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2 Very European.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter Full-time 4x4 models have fuel economy figures of 20 city and 28 highway. Click to enlarge.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

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JUNE 29, 2013

Rolf Reitz of the University of Wisconsin found that reactivity controlled compression ignition (RCCI) ( earlier post ) in a light-duty engine can meet Tier 2 Bin 5 NO x levels without aftertreatment, while offering a 4% improvement in fuel consumption and 7.3% Earlier post.). Sage L Kokjohn and Rolf D.

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Light Engine Wisconsin Fuel Economy 207

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DECEMBER 15, 2015

This direct measurement method is superior to existing sensors as it improves the control and diagnostics of after treatment systems, and enables both fuel economy and diagnostic improvements. Particulate filters become saturated frequently, and must be cleaned.

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New York City MIT Clean Cleaning 150

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AUGUST 6, 2013

liter TDI Clean Diesel engines fitted in Audi and Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel models. packaging the exhaust after-treatment components close to the engine by combining the DPF with the SCR Catalyst. packaging the exhaust after-treatment components close to the engine by combining the DPF with the SCR Catalyst.

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Diesel America 2014 Exhaust 207

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MARCH 19, 2015

The smaller size enables better heat management and retention for improved fuel economy capability, while the simple single-pass exhaust flow design delivers low back pressure, meeting the needs of end-user customers. A typical filter consists of an array of small channels for exhaust gas to flow.

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Emissions Exhaust South Africa Diesel 150

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APRIL 14, 2014

liter 150-horsepower (112 kW) EA288 TDI Clean Diesel engine offered in the 2015 Jetta already conforms to the upcoming LEV3/Tier 3 emissions standard ( earlier post ) in the USA. The Jetta TDI Clean Diesel with a manual transmission delivers a manufacturer-estimated 32 city/45 highway mpg (7.35/5.23 Timing on US emission regulations.

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New York 2015 Diesel Exhaust 220

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MARCH 14, 2009

Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory’s Center for Transportation Research have devised new variable combustion strategy for hydrogen-fueled engines using the Lab’s Modular Automotive Technology Testbed (MATT). Henning Lohse-Busch. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy doi: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2008.07.099.

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Hydrogen Engine Fuel Fuel Economy 150

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JUNE 26, 2018

Leveraging particulate filters in gasoline systems is an important engineering advancement for clean-vehicle technology in Europe as gasoline vehicles grow in popularity. Advanced gasoline engines, including high-performance gasoline-direct-injection (GDI) engines, offer consumers better fuel economy without sacrificing engine performance.

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Gasoline Production China Exhaust 186