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AUGUST 23, 2013

During his presentation at the TDI Efficiency Rally, UMTRI researcher Bruce Belzowski first presented a summary of his analysis of the total cost of ownership of diesels with a comparison to that of their gas vehicle counterparts. Changes in the exhaust manifolds and turbo from Gen 1 to Gen 2. Earlier post.). marketshare in 2012 to 1.25

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

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APRIL 23, 2015

The second-generation “Voltec” extended range electric powertrain applied in the MY2016 Chevy Volt ( earlier post ) marks a significant evolution in the electric drive technology platform from its first-generation origins. High Extended Range: Efficient operation at higher speeds for highway cruising. Click to enlarge.

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Volt GM 2016 Extended Range 150

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NOVEMBER 7, 2016

the capability to adjust intake temperature, pressure, and dilution level through the use of an intake air heater, supercharger, and Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) rate modulation, respectively. This fuel economy improvement is reduced to 3% in comparison to a modern CI (i.e. the addition of a port fuel injection system.

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PHEV Engine Fuel Economy Economy 218

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JULY 17, 2015

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. Appendix B: Car of the Future: A Comparison of Alternative Vehicles. The impetus for this change came from a study by the US Idaho National Lab [ 2 ]. by Professor Andrew Alfonso Frank. Conclusions. slow charge.

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PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150