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APRIL 18, 2017

XL Hybrids has received a California Air Resources Board Executive Order (CARB EO) allowing aftermarket conversions of gasoline-powered Ford Transit cargo vans and passenger wagons to be upgraded with the XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive System. XL Hybrids had earlier received CARB Executive Orders on General Motor cargo vans and wagons.

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JULY 24, 2012

says it has been granted Part 79 ( Title 40 CFR Part 79 ) registration for its Renewable Gasoline Blendstock 5 ( earlier post ) by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The registration, required by manufacturers of motor vehicle fuels by the EPA, must be completed prior to the sale of the product.

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AUGUST 2, 2022

The media can write reviews, and dealers can walk prospective owners through the differences between a car, truck or SUV powered by electricity versus gasoline, but far more that needs to be done. General Motors has come up with a program that should go a long way to clearing-up those unknowns. Observations: General Motors EV Live.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2017

Lightning Systems announced that its LightningHybrids hydraulic hybrid system has received an Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) allowing aftermarket conversions of gasoline-powered 2016 model year Ford E-450 vehicles. In doing so, fuel is saved, and all-round vehicle efficiencies are increased.

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OCTOBER 14, 2014

has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order (EO) #D-731-1 allowing aftermarket conversions of gasoline-powered 2012-2014 model year General Motors 2500 and 3500 vans, Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans into hybrid electric vehicles. XL Hybrids, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Conversely, a country is a net exporter if it exports more of a commodity than it imports. Since 2010, the United States has exported more refined petroleum products, including distillate fuel oil, hydrocarbon gas liquids, and motor gasoline, among others, than it has imported. million b/d. million b/d in 2022 and 3.8

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 21, 2010

AC Propulsion will launch the conversion program by developing the electric propulsion system and conversion process for the full-size vans that are used by service fleets nationwide. The project will include the conversion of three vehicles that will be evaluated by service industry partners to be announced in the coming year.

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MARCH 7, 2014

Fractional collection of the fuel product allows for the different fractions to be used as blend-stock for gasoline, diesel, or jet fuel. The resulting liquid can be blended at various concentrations into gasoline, diesel and jet fuels without negatively affecting engine performance. the limitation on ethanol content in gasoline].

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JUNE 11, 2014

ZAP, over the last few years has been pursuing the EV fleet market in the US, and developed a custom designed power train for a US delivery fleet with the goal of becoming a supplier for the electric powertrain which will replace the gasoline ones currently being used.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2017

At the 38 th Vienna Motor Symposium Volkswagen is introducing a new, more fuel-efficient “Coasting - Engine off” micro hybrid system—which shuts off the engine completely—as well as a new, compact three-cylinder natural gas engine for the Polo. —Friedrich Eichler, Head of Volkswagen Powertrain Development. The compact 1.0

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JANUARY 20, 2010

AC Propulsion and AutoPort , an automotive conversion, restyling and processing company, will partner in engineering, development and conversion to provide an Electric Vehicle conversion prototype and report for the United States Postal Service. AutoPort will convert the vehicle on-site at its facilities in New Castle, Delaware.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

In April this year, Preem, Sekab and Sveaskog entered into a collaboration to develop a gasoline fuel based entirely on forest resources with support from the Swedish Energy Agency. bio-based gasoline derived from bio-isobutene. bio-based gasoline derived from bio-isobutene. —Ann-Britt Edfast, R&D Manager at Sveaskog.

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DECEMBER 21, 2009

Additionally, although no formal order has been made, AT&T has requested that BAF procure on AT&T’s behalf CNG cylinders for 463 additional conversions to be completed in the third quarter of 2010. BAF anticipates completing the 600 van conversions awarded by AT&T to BAF during 2009 by year end. Earlier post.).

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JUNE 10, 2009

Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp. kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. Ewert Energy Systems video (handheld) of driving a Prius PHEV conversion at highway speeds.

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APRIL 23, 2020

Like DSF for gasoline engines, dDSF uses individual cylinder deactivation control strategies to meet torque demand at optimal fuel and aftertreatment efficiency. The reduction of tailpipe NO x is achieved primarily by optimized exhaust temperature control, resulting in significantly improved conversion efficiency of the aftertreatment system.

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MARCH 4, 2015

At the Geneva Motor Show, Toyota introduced the facelifted Auris. With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. 1.2T: an all-new direct injection turbo gasoline engine. turbo and 1.6

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APRIL 21, 2010

It also has physical and chemical properties that make it attractive as an additive and extender for motor fuels. The vapor pressure of this fluid is relatively low when compared with ethanol; thus the fluid, when mixed with gasoline, will result in lower VOC emissions in storage, since it serves as a “keeper”. —Bruno et al.

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Gasoline Diesel Wisconsin Fuel 170

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AUGUST 15, 2016

Infiniti will introduce a production-ready variable compression ratio engine VC-T (Variable Compression-Turbocharged) at the 2016 Paris Motor Show (Mondial de l’Automobile) in September. Infiniti said that the new four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline VC-T engine has been in development for more than 20 years. Hiyoshi et al.

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MARCH 4, 2020

The Touareg R can be driven at up to 140 km/h using electric power; above this speed, the turbocharged V6 gasoline engine (TSI) supplements the electric drive motor. The current Touareg product lineup offers one turbocharged gasoline engine (TSI) model and three turbocharged diesel engines (TDI).

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AUGUST 17, 2012

The registration, required by manufacturers of motor vehicle fuels by the EPA, must be completed prior to the sale of the product. In July, KiOR had received Part 79 registration for its Renewable Gasoline Blendstock 5. In July, KiOR had received Part 79 registration for its Renewable Gasoline Blendstock 5. Earlier post.).

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APRIL 25, 2009

Dynamotive Energy Systems Corporation has successfully produced renewable gasoline and diesel from biomass at its research facility in Waterloo Ontario through a novel two-stage upgrading process of its pyrolysis oil, BioOil. Commercial hydrotreating catalysts are available that can steer the product towards diesel/gasoline/jet fuel etc.

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Gasoline Renewable Diesel Oil 186

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JULY 28, 2009

Electric vehicle manufacturer Think Global and Ener1, one of its battery partners, are supplying a fully integrated electric drivetrain powered by a lithium-ion battery system to Japan Post for the conversion of delivery vehicles as part of a comprehensive road-testing program. Tags: Conversions Electric (Battery) Fleets Japan.

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JUNE 14, 2010

Cash for Conversions” will start by fixing many of our 100 million trucks, vans, and buses. Pioneering companies now have designs to turn gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles into all-electrics or plug-in hybrids, depending on how they’re built and the range their drivers need. Tags: Conversions Perspective Plug-ins.

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JULY 16, 2009

The third phase of a SDG&E multi-year in-use study on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles showed that plug-in hybrids offer significant improvements in gas mileage and reductions in emissions when compared with standard hybrid-electric and gasoline internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Tags: Conversions Hybrids Plug-ins.

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

million for five projects to develop advanced biofuels and bioproducts that will help drive down the cost of producing gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel from biomass. Fractional collection of the fuel product allows for the different fractions to be used as blend-stock for gasoline, diesel, or jet fuel.

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APRIL 19, 2016

Continental will present an innovative close-coupled annular catalytic converter that supports near-complete NO x conversion in downsized turbocharged gasoline engines at the 37 th Vienna Motor Symposium next week. For downsized turbocharged gasoline engines, this presents two challenges. Click to enlarge.

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JULY 12, 2016

has received approval from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for the first California Heavy Duty Voucher Incentive Project ( HVIP ) vehicle eligibility allowing significant discounts for aftermarket conversions of gasoline-powered General Motors 2500 and 3500 passenger and cargo vans into hybrid electric vehicles.

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JULY 3, 2023

A new or used EV might be an easier choice If you’re undeterred and want to proceed with a conversion anyway, keep in mind that certain types of cars lend themselves to the process better than others. Likewise, lighter vehicles make better candidates for conversions given that less weight translates into greater range.

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AUGUST 18, 2009

Mazda Motor Corporation will exhibit freshened CX-7 SUVs with European specifications at the 63 rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from 15-27 September. Even with the added components, the diesel powered CX-7 offers the same 455 liters of luggage space as gasoline engine models. Mazda CX-7 equipped with a MZR-CD 2.2-liter

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

Then towed the vehicle back to our hometown at the cost of $200 in rental and gasoline. Removed intake manifold, starter motor, and all remaining accessories. 9/19/2011: Bought 1993 Plymouth Laser for $300. 10 hours of work, $500 spent, starting weight of vehicle: 2531 pounds. 9/20/2011: Cleaned car.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Toyota Motor Corporation has developed a new continuously variable transmission (CVT) featuring a launch gear; a new 6-speed manual transmission; a new 2.0-liter liter hybrid system; and new 4WD systems—one for gasoline-engined cars, one for hybrids—based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA). liter class.

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DECEMBER 17, 2020

The Gen 4 model achieves 61 MPGe on certified dyno testing, compared to 13 MPG for the gasoline version. Lightning eMotors Credit and Ford Motor Credit financing is available along with electric vehicle vouchers and incentives, which are accessible in many states.

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MARCH 16, 2011

Valvoline, a leading independent marketer of motor oil, has introduced its NextGen line of motor oils, featuring the inclusion of 50% recycled base oil. There have been earlier, generally unsuccessful attempts at marketing recycled motor oil; NextGen marks the first entry of such a product delivered by a major motor oil marketer.

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MAY 15, 2014

The Odyne system provides consistent power conversion throughout the entire range of the battery charge. An Odyne hybrid system reduces fleet operating and maintenance costs, and depending on duty cycle, enables large trucks to obtain fuel economy improvements of up to 50% compared to traditional diesel or gasoline engines.

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AUGUST 28, 2019

Researchers at MIT and the Ford Motor Company have found that depending on the location, lightweight conventional vehicles could have a lower lifecycle greenhouse gas impact than electric vehicles, at least in the near term. Their paper is published in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology. Di Wu, Fengdi Guo, Frank R.

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JANUARY 1, 2011

A 1966 article in ACS’ Chemical & Engineering News described a General Motors press conference at which the automaker outlined research work being done on non-gasoline-based automotive power sources, with a heavy emphasis on the electrical. Electrovan—a hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell-powered GMC van. 24, page 55).

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FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Conversely, encouraging shortened vehicle lifetime via vehicle replacement schemes can result in higher total-induced greenhouse gas emissions, the authors found. emissions attributable to motor vehicle manufacturing. —Kagawa et al. fuel combustion), and CO 2 emissions generated throughout the supply chain.

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