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MARCH 15, 2013

Adjusted CO 2 emissions and adjusted fuel economy, MY 1975-2011. The report finds that CO 2 emissions rates and fuel economy values reflect a very favorable multi-year trend beginning in MY 2005. Preliminary projections for MY 2012 are 374 g/mi CO 2 emissions and 23.8 Source: EPA. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy 284

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MAY 31, 2017

A joint study by Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) and Austria’s Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) into 48V diesel mild hybrid technology verified a 9% reduction of NO x in raw engine-out emissions, while retaining the fuel economy and CO 2 benefits of diesel engine technology.

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MAY 16, 2019

In a paper presented at the 2019 Vienna Motor Symposium this week, Delphi Technologies will unveil a new 500+ bar GDi system that can reduce particulate emissions by up to 50% compared to state-of-the-art 350 bar system without expensive engine design modifications. Delphi 500+ bar GDi pump. Delphi 500+ bar GDi injector.

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fuel economy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013.

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

The project aims to deliver full hybrid equivalent fuel economy and performance with less than 70 g/km CO 2 emissions as measured over the European Drive Cycle, but at a significantly lower cost. version of its vehicle (a 2009 Ford Focus) but with fuel economy and CO 2 emissions approaching those of a Prius.

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MAY 19, 2017

In the UK, the Latitude project is researching advanced boosting technology, integrated with an engine combustion system, incorporating leading edge fuel injection equipment and controls, for application in future Jaguar Land Rover products.

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JULY 14, 2016

The upside of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines is widely seen as being improved fuel economy coupled with an increase in specific power (especially with turbocharging), enabling significant downsizing. CO 2 vs. BC) to ensure that integration of GDI vehicles will result in a net reduction of CO 2 -equivalent emissions.

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AUGUST 8, 2011

Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed a new piston ring coating that delivers a direct improvement in fuel economy and CO 2 emissions by reducing ring friction by up to 20% as compared to nitride or other commonly used coatings. It is highly stable due to its non-metallic nature.

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Fuel Economy Economy Emissions CO2 210

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MARCH 11, 2012

While engine size has been decreasing slightly in recent years, overall engine horsepower has continued to increase, with the notable exception of MY 2009. Nearly all engines now have multiple valves (approximately 85%) and variable valve timing (projected to approach 95% in MY 2011). share for MY 2011, up from 3.8% in MY 2009.

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Fuel Economy 2011 EPA Economy 236

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MARCH 7, 2012

liter i-DTEC engine in the new Civic will deliver CO 2 emissions of 95 g/km, according to Honda Motor Europe’s President, Manabu Nishimae, in his presentation at the Geneva Motor Show. This is a 15-gram drop (13.6%) from the 110 g/km emissions of the enhanced 2.2L liter diesel engine. liter i-DTEC. Click to enlarge.

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Honda Emissions Diesel CO2 299

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

The Scuderi Group released findings from a computer simulation study measuring the performance of the Scuderi split-cycle engine modeled against the European class of “high economy” vehicles. The data showed that a turbocharged/air-hybridized Scuderi Engine ( earlier post ) can achieve at least 64 mpg US (3.7

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MPG San Antonio Emissions Engine 236

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APRIL 2, 2016

The researchers had earlier demonstrated a novel route to develop engineering components of β-titanium alloys using a low-cost TiH 2 powder feedstock. The segregation of Fe results in the formation of inhomogeneous β structures also known as β flecks, which is detrimental to the mechanical performance of the alloy. —Devaraj et al.

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DECEMBER 21, 2021

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing the federal greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for passenger cars and light trucks for Model Years (MY) 2023 through 2026. EPA is planning to initiate a separate rulemaking to establish multi-pollutant emission standards under the Clean Air Act for MY 2027 and later.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Representing the vehicle and engine manufacturers from around the world, the Worldwide Fuel Charter Committee has presented the Fifth Edition of the Worldwide Fuel Charter. The Fifth Edition introduces Category 5 for markets with highly advanced requirements for emission control and fuel efficiency. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Emissions Fuel Economy CO2 199

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JUNE 2, 2022

The road transport sector could still reach net-zero emissions by 2050 through electrification, but urgent action would be required from policymakers and industry participants, according to research company BloombergNEF’s (BNEF) latest annual Long-Term Electric Vehicle Outlook (EVO). Last ICE in 2038.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2010

For 2009, the last year EPA has final data from automakers, the average CO 2 emissions from new vehicles were 397 grams per mile and the average fuel economy value was 22.4 The report confirms that average CO 2 emissions have decreased and fuel economy has increased each year beginning in 2005. mpg (10.45

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Fuel Economy 2009 2010 EPA 210

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MARCH 6, 2013

i-DTEC diesel engine. The CR-V is available in two-wheel drive with manual transmission and will feature 300 N·m of torque and 120 PS with CO 2 emissions of 119 g/km. The British built CR-V is the next model in the Honda line-up to receive the new Earth Dreams Technology 1.6 earlier post ).

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Honda Diesel Emissions CO2 210

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NOVEMBER 1, 2011

variant but with fuel economy of a strong hybrid. HyBoost achieves this by combining aggressive 50% downsizing of the engine with an electric supercharger for transient low-speed performance, and a micro-hybrid stop-start and energy recuperation systems, Boggs said. Click to enlarge. Downsizing the 2.0-liter Click to enlarge.

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Downsizing Prius Hybrid Emissions 230

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

PM emissions from current vehicles in Beijing could be reduced by approximately 19% by simply blending 20% synthetic diesel with currently available diesel, according to a new study by Tsinghua University, the Desert Research Institute in Nevada and Greyrock Energy, a developer of gas-to-liquids technology.

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Diesel Emissions Gas Sacramento 150

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Aerodynamic improvements, weight savings and engine enhancements have reduced fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions across the range. Toyota anticipates a 1/3 full hybrid, 1/3 gasoline, 1/3 diesel engine mix. When the first generation Auris was launched in 2007, the average emissions were 152 g/km. Powertrains.

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Gasoline Toyota Diesel Emissions 252

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AUGUST 18, 2010

(SAIC Motor) are expanding their partnership to develop a new small-displacement gasoline engine family and an advanced transmission. When combined, these technologies can provide up to a 20% improvement in CO 2 emissions, compared to engines and automatic transmissions in production in China today. liters to 1.5

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GM Gasoline Engine Emissions 199

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MARCH 3, 2014

The new TT and TTS models will be available with three different four-cylinder engines with turbocharging and direct injection. Standard fuel consumption is 4.2 liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph); fuel consumption of 6.8

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Audi Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 310

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MARCH 10, 2011

A collaboration between research teams at Shell and Gordon Murray Design (GMD) recently led to the development of an innovative concept engine lubricant capable of achieving a 6.5% improvement in fuel efficiency on an urban cycle, and a 4.6% 25 city car as the test bed, Shell engineers formulated an ultra low viscosity 0W-10 motor oil.

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Fuel Economy Concept Engine Fuel 210

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JUNE 14, 2011

Based on the results of the study, CAR believes the economic risk to the auto industry connected to mandating permanent fuel economy standards in the long run is “ very serious ” The group recommends periodic review to assess the rate of technology development and cost reduction of advanced technologies leading up to 2025.

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JULY 21, 2014

to demonstrate the potential of alternative fuels for carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) reductions in medium-duty commercial vehicles. engine is designed specifically to use E-85 (85% ethanol and 15% gasoline). Kirk, vice president of product engineering for Allison Transmission. Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. The Cummins ETHOS 2.8L

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Engine Gasoline-Electric 2000 Fuel Economy 218

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APRIL 19, 2013

A study by a team from Ford Motor Company and AVL has concluded that a mid-level ethanol blend—greater than E20 but less than E40—appears to be attractive as a long-term future fuel for the US for use in engines optimized for the higher octane blend. Fuel efficiency. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Delphi Technologies, a global provider of propulsion technologies, is pairing vehicle electrification advances with existing and emerging automated and connected vehicle systems to boost fuel economy, lower emissions, and extend driving range.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

In automotive and transportation, aluminum helps advance greener mobility by improving fuel economy, reducing CO2 emissions, increasing electric vehicle range, and improving safety. Recycling scrap is critical to the aluminum life cycle. Constellium will provide regular updates on this important strategic initiative.

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Europe Fuel Economy CO2 Waste 207

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MAY 15, 2014

2050 well-to-wheels (WTW) transportation sector CO 2 emissions in 11 world regions for a number of vehicle types. The researchers used a four-step process in their study: Determining the relative change in global, all-sector CO 2 emissions required for CO 2 stabilization at 450 ppm. Because of the high LDV emissions in 2000?2010,

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

IEA fuel economy readiness index status, 2010. New propulsion systems requiring new fuels, such as plug-in electric vehicle systems and fuel cell systems, are beyond the scope of this technology roadmap and are treated in separate roadmaps. Average fuel economy and new vehicles registrations, 2005 and 2008.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

New Emissions Standards for Fleet Vehicles While the transition to electric fleets may have once been just a trend, it is now a necessity. Medium- and heavy-duty trucks, from delivery vans to tractor-trailers, are major fuel consumers and greenhouse gas (GHG) emitters. One of the ways to lower truck emissions is to switch to EVs.

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OCTOBER 13, 2014

A choice of four engines will be offered including the new 77kW/105ps Skyactiv-D 1.5 litre diesel with headline low emission figure of 89g/km CO2 and fuel economy of[.]. The new Mazda2 supermini is on its way to the European market, with details now revealed on the new car’s drivetrains and equipment.

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JULY 29, 2012

Vehicle efficiency improvements via effective standards and policies could reduce annual CO 2 e emissions from the US, China, and the EU by 1.3 The US, China, and the EU could reduce their combined annual CO 2 emissions by 1.3 Similar policies can trigger comparable innovations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, they suggest.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Volkswagen presented its latest technologies for reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions—which includes the first 10-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG)—in an Innovation Workshop for the media at the Ehra-Lessien test track facility near Wolfsburg. and coasting with engine off. VW’s “Strategy 2018”, earlier post.)

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Emissions Fuel Range Fuel Economy 199

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FEBRUARY 18, 2013

The hybrid, optimized for fuel efficiency accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 8 seconds, and has very low CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. It is a power unit which combines a 3-cylinder gasoline engine and its EGC (Electronic Gearbox Control) gearbox with an electric motor and a battery taken directly from the endurance programs.

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MARCH 31, 2014

CO 2 emissions of the C 180 in comparison to its predecessor [t/car]. For CO 2 emissions—and likewise for primary energy consumption—the use phase dominates with a share of 78 and 74% respectively. Production of the new C-Class results in a higher CO 2 emissions than in the case of the predecessor (7.3

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JUNE 7, 2011

Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle. The US Department of Energy reports that aggressive driving decreases fuel economy by up to 33 percent. Crew Chief works by receiving information from the engine computer.

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