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Simulation study suggests ORC waste heat recovery system could deliver potential 7% improvement in fuel consumption in a PHEV on highway

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The analysis used the Ohio State University EcoCAR, a student prototype PHEV, as the basis for the preliminary fuel economy evaluation. kW and about 27 kW at constant velocity of 65 mph. of the fuel energy on the NEDC cycle. of the fuel energy for storage as electric energy in the battery. Skarke et al.

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Study Finds That Higher Ethanol Blends Result in Improved Energy Efficiency in Flex-Fuel Engines, Partially Offsetting Reduced Energy Density of Fuel

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BTU per hp hr at 65 mph for the four ethanol blends. A study of flex-fuel vehicles operating on different ethanol blends (E10, E20, E30, and E85) found that higher ethanol blend ratios provide better energy conversion within the engine. The E85 fuel blend consumed fewer BTUs per mile than all other ethanol fuel blends evaluated.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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If you are looking for comfort, versatility, great looks, a very accommodating and large interior, some innovative features and surprisingly good fuel economy, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is for you. Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Fuel economy for the 3.0L It did not disappoint. liter Duramax turbodiesel engine.

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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approximately 45% peak thermal efficiency for light duty and greater-than 50% peak thermal efficiency for heavy duty). AOI 3: Demonstration Project for a Multi-Material Light-Weight Prototype Vehicle as part of the Clean Energy Dialogue with Canada. Subtopic 6A: Solid State Thermoelectric Energy Conversion Devices.

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Road Test: 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Plug-in Hybrid

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The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. Clean Fleet Report, on an all in-town test loop, never exceeding 45 mph, and encountering many stop lights, achieved 46.2

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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The 4-cylinder Sprinter features a 7-speed automatic transmission with torque converter—the only 7-speed automatic transmission to feature in a van—is refined for maximum fuel economy. Collision Prevention Assist is operational from a speed of approximately 12 mph (19 km/h). 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT

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seconds with a top speed of 194 mph are plenty fast for just about everyone. The EPA rates the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray fuel economy at 15 city/27 highway/19 combined. mpg, but in two 100-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph, we achieved 30.1 But the base engine turning 0-60 runs in a quick 2.9