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BorgWarner suggests Valve-Event Modulated Boost system can offer 6-17% fuel economy benefit over already downsized and turbocharged engines

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The concentric camshaft features one set of lobes connected to the phaser sprocket, and a second set next to it is connected to phaser. VCD uses Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) phasers with Mid Position Lock (MPL) that can phase the camshafts fast enough with enough range of authority to achieve virtual cylinder deactivation.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. But Fukui said he saw no significant value in researching plug-in hybrid models, which can be recharged by connecting to a power plug. Plans Cadillac Converj, Opel Ampera, other versions.

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