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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. city car achieves combined fuel consumption of 1.1 liters per 100 km (214 mpg US ) (NEDC), with corresponding CO 2 emissions of 27 g/km. gallon) fuel tank. Another method for improving fuel efficiency is in gear selection of the automatic 7-speed DSG. Introducing the twin up!

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Plug-in MPG Plug Concept 297

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JANUARY 2, 2014

Audi Sport quattro laserlight concept. Audi will present the Audi Sport quattro laserlight plug-in hybrid concept at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) from 6 to 10 January in Las Vegas. The coupe represents a new evolutionary stage of the Sport quattro concept ( earlier post ). Click to enlarge. l/100 km (94.09

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 310

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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). Fuel consumption is 1.9 Audi TT offroad concept.

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Audi Plug-in Concept Plug 385

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Citroën Cactus concept with Airbumps (not related to the Hybrid Air powertrain). At the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, Citroën will showcase its Cactus C-segment concept car, featuring, among other technologies, the Hybrid Air powertrain co-developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and Bosch. l/100 km (81 mpg US ) (69 g of CO 2 /km).

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Concept Hybrid Energy Storage MPG 294

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MARCH 2, 2012

The Energy dCi 110 diesel offers fuel consumption of 3.5 L/100km, equivalent to 67 mpg US. Renault is introducing three new Energy engines ( earlier post ) in its Mégane Collection 2012: the new turbocharged, gasoline direct-injection Energy TCE 115 di; the Energy dCi 130; and the Energy dCi 110, with NEDC fuel consumption of 3.5

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Fuel Economy MPG 2012 Engine 278

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MARCH 6, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the FT-Bh (Future Toyota B-segment Hybrid), a lightweight, next-generation small gasoline-electric hybrid concept car at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show. By pursuing weight reduction, a more-efficient powertrain and reduced air resistance, the FT-Bh offers fuel consumption of 2.1

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Plug-in Hybrid Toyota MPG 317

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Audi crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept car. Audi introduced its crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept at the Paris Motor Show, saying that the vehicle provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, and automotive and drive concepts. Fuel consumption is 1.1 Click to enlarge. grams per mile). Click to enlarge.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 273

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NOVEMBER 27, 2014

Combining a four-cylinder TwinPower Turbo gasoline engine from the new Efficient Dynamics engine family with an electric motor, the BMW 3 Series plug-in hybrid prototype offers performance on a par with a conventionally powered BMW 3 Series six-cylinder model, combined with a significant reduction in fuel consumption. 3 Series PHEV concept.

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Plug-in BMW Plug Hybrid 388

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

The Audi Sport quattro concept. At the upcoming 2013 IAA in Frankfurt am Main, Audi will present the Audi Sport quattro concept show car—a coupé plug-in hybrid with a system output of 515 kW (700 hp). seconds with fuel consumption of 2.5 Click to enlarge. System torque is 800 N·m (590 lb-ft).

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 257

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APRIL 1, 2012

BMW i8 Concept Spyder. Following on the presentation of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 Concept coupé at the Frankfurt show in 2011 ( earlier post ), the BMW Group has introduced a third i Model: the BMW i8 Concept Spyder. Like the i8 coupé concept, the BMW i8 Concept Spyder with eDrive is a plug-in hybrid.

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Concept BMW Plug-in Hybrid 303

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Fuel consumption has been reduced on average by around 10% compared with the previous models. mpg US) when paired with the manual transmission. Average fuel consumption is 4.2 liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 108 grams per kilometer (174 g/mile). Average fuel consumption is 4.9

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Audi MPG Plug-in Diesel 281

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AUGUST 29, 2011

Peugeot is also staging the worldwide debut of the six-seat multipurpose HX1 plug-in diesel-electric hybrid concept at the show. HDi FAP diesel engine and electric motor on the rear axle, and offers a choice of four HYbrid4 modes (Automatic, “Zero Emissions Vehicle”, Sport or 4WD) and exceptional fuel economy (4.0 emissions of 83 g/km.

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Diesel Plug-in Hybrid Plug 322

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MAY 10, 2013

Fuel economy targets for the vehicle are 22.4 mpg US (10.5 mpg US (6.9 The upfitted Titan was tested on a chassis dyno to establish baseline emissions, performance and fuel economy for FTP-75, LA-4 and HFET drive cycles. CR engine further helped in reducing fuel consumption by 3% when compared to 16.5 Earlier post.)

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Light Diesel Fuel Fuel Economy 319

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MARCH 28, 2012

Mercedes-Benz is introducing the new E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID; the luxury-class diesel hybrid offers fuel consumption of 4.2 L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is based on the E 250 CDI, yet has a higher output and approximately 15% lower fuel consumption. Earlier post.)

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Hybrid Mercedes Diesel Fuel Economy 321

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Audi unveiled the V10 TDI diesel nanuk quattro concept show car prior to the the IAA in Frankfurt. seconds, and top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph), the nanuk quattro averages fuel consumption of 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers (30 mpg US ). liters per 100 kilometers (30 mpg US ). Click to enlarge. in) higher.

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Concept MPG Diesel Audi 199

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Fuels Lubr. Weigert, E.,

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing 357

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JULY 2, 2013

Biofuel advocacy group Advanced Biofuels introduced the concept of “E30 Capable” vehicles as part of its comments to the the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) recently proposed Tier 3 motor vehicle fuel and emission rulemaking. For example, “E30 capable/E30 optimized regular” fuel. Earlier post.). Earlier post.)

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EPA USA Fuel Concept 236

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JUNE 26, 2013

Volkswagen’s third-generation Golf TDI BlueMotion, introduced as a concept at the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris last September( earlier post ), is rated with fuel consumption of 3.2 mpg US) on the NEDC—equivalent to 85 g/km CO 2. This represents a 15% improvement in fuel consumption compared to the previous model.

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MPG Fuel Diesel Water 249

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Citroën will unveil its new C4 Cactus AIRFLOW 2L concept at the Paris Motor Show. The production C4 Cactus already ships with a range of features designed to reduce fuel consumption. With the C4 Cactus AIRFLOW 2L concept, Citroën went further. l/100 km (76 mpg US). Hybrid Air.

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Concept Hybrid Parts Carbon 290

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AUGUST 15, 2013

The GLA 200 CDI develops 100 kW (136 hp) and maximum torque of 300 N·m (221 lb-ft), with fuel consumption of 4.3 mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). seconds, with a top speed of 235 km/h and a combined fuel consumption figure of 7.1 Diesel Driver Assistance Systems Fuel Efficiency'

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

Volkswagen is presenting a concept car of the newly developed Golf Sportsvan in a world premiere at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. TDI BlueMotion with 110 PS has an estimated fuel consumption of 3.7 l/100 km (64 mpg US ), equating to 95 g CO 2 /km—the best value in the field of compact minivans.

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Concept Minivan Fuel Production 225

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Powertrain of the CrossBlue SUV PHEV concept. Volkswagen unveiled the CrossBlue SUV concept at the North American International Auto Show. Built off of the MQB Modular Transverse Matrix components set ( earlier post ), the CrossBlue offers a manufacturer-estimated 35 mpg (6.72 The CrossBlue concept. Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in Concept SUV Diesel 284

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MAY 8, 2013

Especially with increased production volume of renewable fuels and optimized powertrain solutions for flexible fuel vehicles, there is a chance for combustion engines to not only remain in the market but also be sustainable for future vehicle. The intake manifold was modified for high pressure EGR feed and port fuel injection (PFI).

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Engine 278

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NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Two MMC cars will make their world premiere at the show: the fuel-efficient Mirage and the Concept PX-MiEV II plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. MMC has targeted top-of-class fuel efficiency (Japan market version) of 30 km per liter (70.6 mpg US, 3.33 Concept PX-MiEV II. The Mirage features a 1.0L

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Mitsubishi i-MiEV Plug-in Concept 218

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JUNE 12, 2011

Audi is presenting the Audi e-tron Spyder concept plug-in diesel hybrid car ( earlier post ) against the backdrop of “Le Mans vers le futur,” an event held in Le Mans as a venue for manufacturers to showcase innovative drivetrain technologies. The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 Click to enlarge.

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Audi Plug-in Hybrid Concept 329

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OCTOBER 24, 2012

At the 2012 São Paulo International Motor Show in Brazil, Volkswagen presented the world premiere of a newly developed compact SUV concept: the Taigun. Its combined fuel consumption is 4.7 mpg US), equivalent to 110 g/km CO 2. The concept vehicle, with a weight of 985 kg (2,172 lbs), accelerates to 100 km/h in 9.2

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Concept SUV South America Downsizing 247

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MARCH 14, 2013

BMW will introduce the Concept Active Tourer plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show on 27 March. The Concept Active Tourer features a 1.5-liter liter 3-cylinder gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor which allows for nearly 95 mpg (2.48

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New York BMW Concept International 231

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OCTOBER 1, 2012

A Romanian team—Dan Scarlat (automotive journalist), Marian Cilibeanu (designer) and Cristian Ionescu (engineer)—are proposing the SCI hyMod modular concept car. Fuel consumption is less than 6 l/100 km (39 mpg US) and the range surpasses 600 km (373 miles). Click to enlarge.

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Engine Concept Hybrid Battery 287

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

Among its many offerings at the Paris Motor Show, Audi is unveiling the Audi TT Sportback concept—a car that leverages but elongates the design idiom of the classic TT. Dr. Hackenberg noted that the “ TT Sportback concept unites two concepts to form a new member of a potential TT family. ” wheel drive. Click to enlarge.

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Audi Concept MPG Engine 210

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Renault has presented EOLAB, a new prototype which explores ways to deliver ultra-low fuel consumption. EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. This lower drag coefficient results in a significant fuel consumption reduction at higher speeds.

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Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug 370

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

At an evening event at its N Hollywood Advanced Design Center on the eve of the LA Auto Show press days, GM introduced the Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept, a design study exploring a new type of vehicle that offers a luxury experience in a diminutive size. The Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept. Click to enlarge.

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Cadillac Concept GM MPG 218

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JANUARY 11, 2010

The FT-CH concept. Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) USA unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Within the next 10 to 20 years, we will not only reach peak oil we will enter a period where demand for all liquid fuels will exceed supply. Click to enlarge.

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Prius Toyota Concept Hybrid 218

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JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Fuel Efficiency Lifecycle analysis Manufacturing' Earlier post.).

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017 275

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Ulrich Hackenberg, Member of the Board of Volkswagen Brand Technical Development, in front of the Volkswagen Concept Car L1 in Frankfurt. Volkswagen unveiled the L1, its second-generation one-liter class concept car, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The earlier, first-generation 1-Litre concept. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Diesel Concept Design Hybrid 296

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OCTOBER 28, 2010

Porsche is consistently targeting improving fuel economy with each model change. L/100 km respectively, is attributable to the switch to direct fuel injection and the introduction of the seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) instead of the five-speed automatic torque converter transmission Tiptronic S. l/100 km (24 mpg US).

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Fuel Economy Cayenne Porsche Economy 236

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JANUARY 11, 2010

Volkswagen introduced its New Compact Coupe (NCC) hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The car, positioned between the Scirocco and the CC, offers combined fuel consumption of 4.2 L/100 km (NEDC), or 45 mpg US with an EPA rating. The New Compact Coupe. Click to enlarge. seconds).

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Concept Hybrid Li-ion Lithium Ion 246

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JANUARY 4, 2012

XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept. At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. The engine in the XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept has no conventional starter motor or alternator. L/100 km, 102 mpg US). Click to enlarge.

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