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AUGUST 4, 2011

Extreme compression ratio rather than downsizing. Although downsizing—i.e., The S-VT system is supported by the adoption of a compact electronic variable-pressure oil pump. In order to push out the excess air, the intake S-VT keeps the intake valves open when the piston starts to move upward during the compression stroke.

Mazda 322

Mazda Engine Gasoline Diesel 322

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Infiniti connects an electric motor to the Harmonic Drive reduction gear with a connecting control arm. The multi-link system means the piston connecting rods are almost vertical during the combustion cycle, rather than moving wider laterally as in a traditional crankshaft rotation.

Infinity 150

Infinity Engine Fuel Exhaust 150

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JANUARY 28, 2014

The fundamental challenge is to convert as much of the chemical energy in the fuel, into mechanical energy, as efficiently as possible at the prescribed flow rate. The rest of the energy is recovered by the MGU-H (for ‘Heat’); an electrical machine connected to the turbocharger. This requires thinner, faster flowing oil.

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2014 Mercedes Fuel Power 252

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APRIL 10, 2013

Focused on meeting a growing customer demand for ‘downsized’ engines offering strong power with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, the new gasoline and diesel powertrains are being progressively introduced across the Opel product range. The new Cascada mid-size convertible is the first Opel model available with the new engine.

Engine 287

Engine 2016 Fuel Economy Fuel 287

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

On the diesel side—now available solely as BlueTEC units with SCR aftertreatment technology) , the focus is on downsizing and the new version of the V6 CDI engine. The two turbochargers are connected in series, and each has a turbine and a compressor driven by this turbine. BlueTEC diesel units. Earlier post.)

Mercedes 220

Mercedes SUV Fuel Energy 220

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FEBRUARY 1, 2012

TSI from 54 to 48 mm; the crankshaft itself was lightened by 20%, while the weight of the connecting rods was reduced by 25%. The advantage is significantly accelerated pressure build-up, which leads to very responsive downsized engines. NO x storage catalytic converter or selective catalytic reduction system (SCR).

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Engine Exhaust Diesel Gasoline-Electric 294

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Low-friction lubricants: low viscosity and advanced low friction lubricants oils are now available with improved performance and better lubrication. Similar to other start-stop technologies, additional enablers, such as electric power steering, accessory drive components, and auxiliary oil pump, might be required. Engine technologies.

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA 210

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JULY 17, 2015

The combination of harvesting whole forests and burning long-sequestered carbon sources such as coal or oil has impaired the Earth’s carbon cycle at an increasing pace. Human culture, with its voracious desire for heat and energy—combined with a population expanding exponentially—poses a catastrophe without historical parallel.

PHEV 150

PHEV Plug-in Renewable Energy 150

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APRIL 21, 2009

Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. Several aftermarket companies and organizations have converted hundreds of Priuses -- see Where PHEVs Are.) 1,000 pre-orders for small production runs in 2009 and 2010starting 4th quarter 2009.

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45