Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

Diesel vehicles have had a rough time penetrating the US light-duty vehicle market, reflecting outdated negative perceptions, higher fuel prices for diesel than for gasoline, the cost of complying with stringent US emission standards, and rapidly improving gasoline engines. A mid-term review will be conducted this year. Background.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 14, 2023

It doesn’t feel quite as light on its feet as the BMW, in part because all-wheel drive adds weight (this car is about 200 pounds more than the 3-Series I tested), but the CT4 is nonetheless a joy to put through its paces. The BMW is a better car for performance driving, but the Cadillac is right there in the conversation.

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Cadillac BMW Conversion Climate 81

EV Central

OCTOBER 4, 2022

There are digital side mirrors, vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality to charge/power your electric devices, active air flaps in the lower bumper, 700 Parametric Pixels (all those cool lights) in and around the car, 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, 12-inch digital driver display and dual colour ambient lighting with choice of 64 different hues.

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Hyundai Re-Charge Light Australia 87

The Truth About Cars

JULY 14, 2023

Conversation with my drive partner ceased and I instinctively got deep into the brakes as Bambi decided that she needed to cross the road right that second, traffic be damned. Perhaps the most notable is an available light bar that spans the grille. There are exterior changes, too, but they’re more subtle.

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MPG Available Light Standards 73

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2012

As a result of Québec’s action, ARB will now be requesting the Governor’s review of proposed linkage and Québec’s program as required under AB 1532. Both Canada and Quebec have also had conversations with other cap-and-trade jurisdictions around the world as they developed their climate regulations.

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California Carbon Market Light 268

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2009

ALTe’s initial focus is on vehicles of light-to-medium duty fleets (such as taxis), which will obtain the greatest benefit of converting older, out-of-warranty vehicles from gasoline-powered engines to the REEV powertrain platform. Earlier post.). LaSorda joined the ALTe Board as ALTe’s Lead Director and investor.

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Chrysler Extended Range Conversion Electric Vehicles 225

Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2015

Conflicting evidence does not support making a firm conclusion on the fuel consumption benefit of catalysed Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), according to a review of current studies by a team at the University of Bath (UK). According to the review, the conversion of HCs, CO, and NO in the exhaust gas by the catalyst can result in up to a 4.5%

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Fuel Exhaust Gas Engine 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

The US Department of Energy released its inaugural Quadrennial Technology Review report (DOE-QTR)—an assessment of the Department’s energy technology research and development portfolios. Recognizing the differences in the fleet, DOE will establish separate technology priorities for heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles. Source: QTR.

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Transportation Fuel Economy Light Fuel 218

Green Car Congress

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 Resources (DOE will publish Merit Review presentations on its website.). Earlier post.). Weigert, E.,

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing 357

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 31, 2011

BAF’s alternative fuel vehicle upfitting capabilities include aftermarket compressed natural gas (CNG) conversions of Ford-manufactured vans, cutaway shuttles, taxis, pick-ups and light-duty trucks. The company’s aftermarket systems ensure that current natural gas vehicles (NGVs) are available for domestic light-duty fleets.

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Ford Design Dallas Taxi 218

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The process has been reviewed by numerous third parties including independent engineers, the US Department of Defense and the US Department of Agriculture. a highly efficient and economic gasification system for the conversion of the MSW feedstock to syngas. Fulcrum has licensed from ThermoChem Recovery International, Inc.

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Indiana Waste Fuel Building 259

Green Car Congress

MAY 11, 2020

Generation 3 avoids the need for the Haber-Bosch process entirely by direct electrochemical conversion of N 2 to NH 3. Ammonia economy roadmap showing current and projected contributions of current and Gen 1 (purple), Gen 2 (light blue), and Gen 3 (green) ammonia production technologies. Note the logarithmic ordinate scale.

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Renewable Economy Hydrogen Water 419

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2010

The goal of the Hub is then to develop an integrated solar energy-to-chemical fuel conversion system and move this system from the bench-top discovery phase to a scale where it can be commercialized. Selection is based on a competitive process using scientific peer review.

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Solar Energy Conversion Fuel 170

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

The first rapid prototype of their Thermoelectric Generator (TEG) for light vehicle applications is on display at Tenneco’s booth at the 2013 Frankfurt IAA Motor Show. For light duty passenger vehicles, the fuel economy improvement must be measured over the US06 cycle. Doug Crane, Gentherm. Fuel Efficiency Thermoelectrics'

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Fuel Economy Waste Economy Fuel 218

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 10, 2024

With a Level 2 charger at hand, we can better replicate the typical experience of a real-world EV owner and bring you more comprehensive report of whatever electric vehicle is darkening our driveway in a particular week instead of turning the review into a vehicle for kvetching about the state of communal charging stations.

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Installation Plug-in Plug PHEV 86

Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2020

This fuel pathway was the first to receive expedited review under ASTM’s D4054 “fast track” review process and benefitted from guidance from a special clearinghouse established by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to help guide SAF producers through the rigorous assessment and approval process.

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Fuel Oil Convert Hydrogen 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Manufacturers continue to optimize diesel emission controls, such as DOC, DPF and SCR, in order to promote uniform catalyst coating, improve NO x conversion efficiency, reduce back pressure on the engine, and reduce thermal mass. Better catalysts and urea dosing systems can achieve high NOx conversion during lower temperature operation.

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Emissions Diesel Engine 2010 291

The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 28, 2023

They also give you the chance to review your driving should you do some spirited back-road running on a weekend. You may want to leave it on so that you can hear your V8 roar or capture any conversations with Johnny Law. Dash cams give you the chance to to protect yourself, in a liability sense, after a collision.

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Plug-in Plug Price Conversion 84

Open Source Civic EV Kit

APRIL 18, 2009

One of the downsides of a home-EV conversion is that most of them don't have air conditioning. Thus, it's often best to get a white (or light colored) donor vehicle to repel the sun's rays during the summer. The conversion vehicle I purchased is dark metallic blue, which get's really hot inside, even on a mild day in the sun.

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Conversion Purchase Light Cost Of 100

EV Central

JULY 5, 2023

Clearly, I was in the midst of a highly unusual, deeply discombobulating experience, and not just because being in an autonomous car was providing me with a disturbing glimpse of a future in which my job of reviewing cars would be either non-existent or incredibly dull.

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Taxi San Francisco Australia Chevrolet 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2010

The exact location of the center is expected to be announced by the end of 2010 following site research, analysis and final business reviews. GE expects EPISCENTER operations to begin in 2012. Vic Bonneau, president of Electric Power for GE Aviation Systems. The Ohio Third Frontier Commission is providing a capital grant for up to $7.6

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Ohio Hybrid Power Powered 186

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 4, 2009

million is slated to go to universities, nonprofit organizations, and private firms, generally on a competitive, peer-reviewed basis. More specifically , the new Joint BioEnergy Institute equipment will enhance two areas of research: the study of conversion of plant biomass to biofuels and the study of sorghum as a bioenergy feedstock crop.

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Fusion Grid Energy Conversion 186

Green Car Congress

JULY 13, 2010

ADEPT is focused on dramatically improving the efficiency and cost of power conversion and switching, among the main causes of electrical efficiency loss across the electrical grid and in electrical applications from cars to computers. Potential additional applications for funding innovative research projects are pending further review.

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Power Powered Arkansas Grid 225

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2015

In a new paper in the journal Technology , Professor (Emeritus) Harold Schobert combined a review of the two decades of development with the novel conceptual approach for near-zero emissions coal-to-liquids. Exact hydrogen consumption depends on the specific coal being processed, and the extent of conversion. Background.

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Coal Emissions Hydrogen Oil 150

EV Connect

JANUARY 9, 2023

This conversion can happen within the charger or in the vehicle, depending on which device is equipped with a converter. Efficiently running this bidirectional conversion process requires smart-charging technology , which manages how and when the car takes or returns energy. Sources Autotrends - What Is Bidirectional Charging?

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Charging Grid F-150 Convert 84

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2010

A key objective was to update life cycle inventory (LCI) databases for soybean production and processing as well as conversion into four key soy-derived feedstocks (methyl soyate, soy lube base stock, soy polyol, and soy resin) used in fuel and industrial products. Four Elements Consulting, LLC performed the life cycle assessment modeling.

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 21, 2024

Like the turbo, the PHEV was punchy, but it seemed easier to summon its power at light throttle. One of us said “Lexus” in conversation and Alexa piped up. It did sound a little cacophonous at full zoot when passing a semi on the freeway, but in around-town driving it was velvety. PHEVs offer up to 26 miles of electric-only range.

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Mazda PHEV Lexus MPG 59

DIY Electric Car

OCTOBER 25, 2010

As my parts have arrived in good condition, I have progressed from selecting, purchasing to installing the electronics for my conversion (phase 3). Thinking of light material I chose 1X2 pine boards as shelving material. After some review, I chose the galvanized steel used in garage doors as my next shelving material.

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Portland Light Installation Purchase 100

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2022

The take-away is there is a whole lot to absorb, which is why this Flash Drive review will hit the high points of the Hummer EV, with a more detailed Road Test review coming later in the year. We tried it and it works, but needing this technology is another conversation for another day. Power and Torque. Story by John Faulkner.

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Hummer GMC All-Electric F-150 97

Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2009

This is followed by the endothermic thermal decomposition of ammonium carbamate, in a concentrated solution, to give a 50-60% conversion to urea.). SSCR is scalable and can be sized to accommodate both light and heavy-duty applications, as well as off-highway and stationary applications. Resources. MTZ Worldwide. Pârvulescu.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The front-wheel drive Mazda MX-5 Miata and Hyundai Veloster R-Spec are wonderful, handle great and are zippy, but are not in the same conversation with the much larger, rear-wheel drive, more powerful and heavier Corvette Stingray. The wide and low stance is enhanced by the LED head lights and daytime running lights.

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Chevrolet MPG Clean Cleaning 88

Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2014

To achieve this first objective, DOE intends to pursue parallel strategies: Advance options for diverse energy resources and conversion devices for power. Batteries Biomass Carbon Capture and Conversion (CCC) Electric (Battery) Engines Fuel Cells Fuel Efficiency Fuels Gas-to-Liquids (GTL) Hydrogen Natural Gas Nuclear Policy'

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2014 2018 Energy Climate Change 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 28, 2009

The US Department of Energy will invest up to $366 million to establish and operate three new Energy Innovation Hubs focused on accelerating research and development in three key energy areas, one of which is developing an effective solar energy to chemical fuel conversion system—i.e.,

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Solar Fuel Energy Water 299

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The Federal Transit Administration reviewed more than $2 billion in applications for these funds. Includes replacement of lighting fixtures, control systems, and roof upgrades at selected facilities. The CNG-Hybrid buses are heavy duty and larger than the current light duty Ford vehicles.

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Emissions Gas Energy Maintenance 256

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Clean Fleet Report, on an all in-town test loop, never exceeding 45 mph, and encountering many stop lights, achieved 46.2 Conversely, when on the highway, having the option to turn off the EV mode and run the gasoline hybrid motor will return the most efficient driving. miles of all-electric driving. All the right touches.

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 80

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2015

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced ( DOE-FOA-0001224 ) up to $35 million in available funding to advance fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, and to enable early adoption of fuel cell applications, such as light duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Subtopics include Microbial Biomass Conversion. Earlier post.).

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Hybrid 150

EV Central

MARCH 29, 2024

Chuck in a panoramic roof ($3370), Sports Chrono pack ($2360), adaptive sports seat upgrade ($800), 4+1 seats ($1000), seat heating ($910), ambient lighting ($890) and Porsche’s electric sport sound ($1050) and it’s a colourful bill. Black, grey and white look the business of a 2023 Porsche Taycan RWD.

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Porsche Re-Charge Buy Charging 101