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AUGUST 29, 2013

Volvo unveiled the new Volvo Concept Coupé, the first of a series of three concept cars that reveal the design possibilities created by the company’s new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). The concept car features a two-liter high-performance Drive-E gasoline engine ( earlier post ) with a supercharger and turbo.

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APRIL 19, 2014

Audi TT offroad concept. Audi is presenting an Audi TT offroad concept at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition. Like many of the brand''s new production models, the Audi TT offroad concept is also based on the versatile modular transverse matrix (MQB). The Audi TT offroad concept can drive more than 50 kilometers (31.1

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MARCH 20, 2017

At the Geneva Auto Show, the China-based Hybrid Kinetic group unveiled the H600 microturbine range-extended electric vehicle sedan concept, produced together with its vehicle design and engineering partner, Pininfarina. When connected to other vehicles with V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle), H600 can charge other electric vehicles.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

Dodge introduced the Charger Daytona SRT as a “concept,” but by the looks of it, it is ready to go now. The name goes along with the other Dodge high-performance gasoline engine names of Hellcat, Hemi, Redeye and Super Stock in what they call the Brotherhood of Muscle. 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona SRT EV Concept.

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JANUARY 14, 2014

liter EA888 Gen3 engine featured in Audi’s all-road shooting brake plug-in hybrid concept unveiled at the North American International Auto Show this week ( earlier post ) features—as does its production ilk—a dual injection system that combines direct injection with indirect injection into the intake manifold. Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 14, 2018

TFSI (gasoline) or a 3.0 The B-cycle combustion process (a modified Miller cycle, earlier post ), which is designed specifically for part load, makes the V6 gasoline engine particularly efficient. The three-liter gasoline unit produces a subtle and sonorous sound that never becomes intrusive even under load. Digitalization.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2014

The KWID CONCEPT comes with a Flying Companion drone stored on the roof. Renault unveiled the KWID CONCEPT at the Delhi Auto Show—the first Renault concept car unveiled outside Europe. The KWID CONCEPT features a “Flying Companion”—a small drone that can be operated in one of two modes. KWID Concept.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally revealed Ford’s all-new S-MAX Concept vehicle during a keynote at the IFA 2013 consumer electronics show in Berlin. The S-MAX Concept showcases Ford’s vision for a future generation sport activity vehicle featuring new advanced driver assistance systems incorporating car-to-car communication.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV on stage in LA. MMNA) gave the Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV ( earlier post ) plug-in hybrid its North American debut at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. The powertrain features a front engine/front-wheel drive gasoline-powered 1.1-liter Connected car technology. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2018

After recently showing the new Touareg in Europe and China, Volkswagen is now debuting a new version of its Atlas midsize SUV at the New York International Auto Show: the Atlas Cross Sport concept. The Atlas Cross Sport concept uses the same 3.6-liter The Atlas Cross Sport concept uses the same 3.6-liter Powertrain.

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JANUARY 15, 2018

The the Detroit Auto Show, Lexus introduced the Lexus LF-1 Limitless concept—a flagship crossover. The LF-1 concept could be powered by fuel cell, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, gasoline, or even all-electric powertrains. The design language is rooted in the simple yet elegant design concept dubbed “molten katana”.

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JANUARY 24, 2020

million) Platinum-group metals content reduction to enable cost-effective after-treatment for gasoline and diesel engines. Enabling vehicle and infrastructure connectivity. Alternative fuel proof-of-concept in new communities and fleets. Advanced Combustion Engines and Fuels (up to $27.5 Technology integration open topic.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2011

Tests of the concepts will get under way in the first quarter of 2012. The concepts all use three-cylinder flex fuel (gasoline and E85) engines to complement the front-wheel electric drive. Technical concept I. Technical concept I: Volvo C30 with series-connected range extender. Technical concept II.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2014

BMW is also using the show to present the latest version of what it sees as the logical next step towards reducing fuel consumption and emissions in the sports activity vehicle SAV segment: the plug-in hybrid BMW Concept X5 eDrive. BMW Concept X5 eDrive. Earlier post.). The new X3 xDrive28d will feature BMW’s 2.0-liter

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JANUARY 11, 2016

Volkswagen is unveiling the Tiguan GTE Active Concept plug-in hybrid at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Tiguan GTE concept. The Tiguan GTE Active Concept uses a 6-speed dual-clutch (DSG) automatic transmission that was specially designed for hybrid use, with the front electric motor being housed inside the casing.

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APRIL 9, 2014

D-EGR is a SwRI-developed gasoline engine concept that uses in-cylinder fuel reforming to produce CO and H 2 (with Research Octane Numbers of 106 and 130, respectively) and high levels of recirculated gas (EGR) to achieve very high levels of thermal efficiency. liter gasoline direct injection engine. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Concept GC-PHEV. Mitsubishi staged the North American debut of its Concept GC-PHEV (“Grand Cruiser”)—a next-generation full-size crossover plug-in hybrid. The Concept GC-PHEV features a supercharged 3.0-liter Connected Car Technology. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 30, 2011

The Ford Evos Concept previews a new global design language for the next generation of Ford cars, MAVs and CUVs. Ford will unveil the Ford Evos Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. With information from the cloud, the vehicle can provide the same connected lifestyle the driver experiences at home or office.

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JANUARY 6, 2017

Honda unveiled its Cooperative Mobility Ecosystem concept at CES 2017 in Las Vegas, connecting artificial intelligence, robotics and big data to transform the mobility experience of the future. The company also introduced Honda Riding Assist, a concept motorcycle that applies Honda’s robotics technology to maintain balance.

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APRIL 19, 2013

At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen will introduce the “CrossBlue Coupé” concept plug-in hybrid SUV. The automaker introduced the “CrossBlue SUV” concept—developed specifically for the US and Canada—at the North American International Auto Show earlier this year. Earlier post ). Hybrids Plug-ins'

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the Trail’ster e-AWD concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. the two power sources (front gasoline engine and rear electric motor) meet “through the road,” as opposed to inside the transmission with a common mechanical driveline connection. liter gasoline Soul. liter gasoline Soul.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2010

The Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid Click to enlarge. Along with the world debut of the new BMW 5 Series Sedan ( earlier post ) at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, BMW is also presenting the BMW Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid—its first combination of a BMW straight-six with electric drive.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Dr. Martin Winterkorn said that “ The Porsche Mission E and the Audi e-tron quattro concept are nothing less than a quantum leap for our industry ”—both vehicles have an all-electric range of 500 kilometers (311 miles). The Audi e‑tron quattro concept sprints from a standstill to 100 km/h (62.1 Total output is 320 kW.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

The Fit EV concept. President and CEO Takanobu Ito unveiled the Fit EV Concept electric vehicle and the platform for a mid-size plug-in hybrid electric vehicle at the Los Angeles Auto Show. liter gasoline engine. Click to enlarge. Honda Motor Co. The plug-in hybrid also uses regenerative braking to charge the battery.

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APRIL 23, 2010

Ford is previewing its smallest-yet EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine—and confirming it for production—at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. engine is applied in the Ford Start Concept, an exploration into a small, sporty car for first-time buyers and urban drivers in future growth markets. The 3-cylinder, 1.0L

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MARCH 3, 2011

Ford introduced its new new B-MAX concept vehicle at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, providing an early preview of its plans for the European small car market. The key innovation on the B-MAX is the adoption of an integrated B-pillar door concept. liter Ford EcoBoost gasoline engine equipped with the Ford Auto-Start-Stop system.

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MARCH 7, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Audi is presenting the Audi Q8 sport concept, a new performance-oriented take on the Q8 concept study introduced at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show. The drive system of the Audi Q8 sport concept is a major step towards optimizing efficiency and sustainability in large-volume series production.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

Further enhanced dynamics, assistance systems, connectivity and a new and innovative operating system are important new features in the latest generation, in addition to the new, more efficient powertrains. The new 5 Series features TwinPower Turbo gasoline and diesel engines from the modular BMW EfficientDynamics family of power units.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 30, 2016

The new six-cylinder in-line gasoline engine M 256 features a 48 V electrical system. The M 256 is the first member of a new family of premium gasoline engines that have for the first time been systematically designed for electrification from the outset. New four-cylinder gasoline engine M 264. Cross-sections of the M256.

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JULY 17, 2020

Support mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles, as well as innovations in transit. AOI 04: Platinum Group Metals (PGM) Content Reduction to Enable Cost-Effective Aftertreatment for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. Optimization and Evaluation of Energy Savings for Connected and Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Ultra-low Cost, All-SiC Modular Power Converters for DC Fast Charging Equipment Connected Directly to Medium Voltage Distribution System. Development of a Flex Fuel Mixing Controlled Combustion System for Gasoline/Ethanol Blends Enabled by Prechamber Ignition. AOI 8: Natural Gas Vehicle Technology Proof of Concept. John Deere.

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JUNE 15, 2023

Many have claimed a stick-shift electric wouldn’t happen, as it would add cost and needless amounts of complexity for a brand that’s traditionally been averse to both concepts. However, the brand seems to be running with the concept. Some of the surrounding connectivity issues have also been an issue for consumers.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

The new Concept You show car is an example of coming designs based on the SPA. The electrical architecture will enable all future multimedia and connectivity solutions, and forms the backbone of the Volvo Car Corporation’s drive to reinforce its leading position in active safety. Concept You is an excellent example of this.

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MARCH 28, 2012

Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. This diesel hybrid will be available in the European market as a Saloon and Estate from the third quarter 2012. In 2009, Mercedes-Benz introduced the S 400 HYBRID.

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MARCH 2, 2016

Volkswagen Group company Škoda is showcasing its VisionS plug-in hybrid concept SUV at the Geneva Motor Show. It works in a similar way when the hybrid management system deems all-wheel-drive mode to be sensible: then, the gasoline engine at the front and the e-motor at the rear are utilized. In Hybrid Sport mode, the 1.4

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JUNE 6, 2009

Australia-based Revetec is designing what it calls the Controlled Combustion Engine (CCE)—a cam-drive gasoline spark-ignited internal combustion engine that is smaller, lighter, cleaner, less expensive to manufacture and that produces higher torque due to higher mechanical transfer than equivalent conventional engines. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 23, 2009

In the pneumatic hybridization scheme, each cylinder is connected via a fully variable charge valve to a shared pressure tank. Their main disadvantage is poor driveability, which can be tackled with the HPE concept. The hardware concept. The concept engine uses the Bosch electro-hydraulic valve system (EHVS).

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