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JANUARY 25, 2011

L/100 km (261 mpg US), according to VW. The XL1’s body electrical system is supplied with the necessary 12 Volts through a DC/DC converter. With the goal of reducing emissions, exhaust gas recirculation and an oxidation catalytic converter as well as a diesel particulate filter are used. Equipped in this way, the 0.8

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

liters per 100 km (214 mpg US ) (NEDC), with corresponding CO 2 emissions of 27 g/km. An exhaust gas recirculation system, oxidation catalytic converter and diesel particulate filter are used to reduce emissions values. Equipped with a plug-in hybrid system from the super-efficient XL1 ( earlier post ), the four-seater based on the up!

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Estimated highway fuel economy is 40 mpg US (5.88 The transmission’s torque converter locks in all gears for quicker, more direct shifts and greater fuel efficiency. If a potential frontal collision is detected, an audio/visual alert and braking assistance are designed to automatically activate. High-compression (12.0:1)

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MARCH 4, 2013

liters of fuel per 100 km (157 mpg US), which corresponds to CO 2 emissions of 35 grams per km (56 g/mile). The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron uses a parallel hybrid design. The disc-shaped electric motor is integrated into a newly designed six-speed e-S tronic, which transfers the power to the front wheels. A3 Sportback e-tron.

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JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Earlier post.). MWh per vehicle.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

mpg US) (European cycle) and CO 2 emissions to 109 g/km; this marks a reduction in consumption and CO 2 emissions in the EU test cycle by as much as 0.4 mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 114–124 g/km. mpg US) with CO 2 emissions of 109–119 g/km, depending on the tire format fitted. l/100 km (57.4 l/100 km (52.3 – 57.4

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NOVEMBER 1, 2012

The company anticipates EPA-rated combined mileage of around 45 mpg US (5.2 This design generates maximum torque of 184 lb-ft (249 N·m) at 1600 rpm. Although not designed for long-range, all-electric driving, the car can remain in this mode for more than a mile, given the appropriate conditions. Hybrid module.

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Four samples of the first proposed label design with the letter grade. The proposed rule seeks public comment on label design options and related issues. EPA and DOT are proposing two new label designs for comment. Mpg-e converts kilowatt-hours of electricity to gallons of gasoline based on energy equivalency.

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MAY 24, 2013

mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US). mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. These changes have resulted in different torque relationships in the lock- up torque converter. l/100 km (53.4 NEDC testing indicates combined cycle fuel consumption of 3.1 l/100 km (75.9

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APRIL 23, 2018

Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) combined to 44 mpg (5.34 The PCU’s DC-DC converter—which converts a direct current from one voltage level to another—is optimized to reduce overall power consumption.

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MAY 16, 2011

The reduced complexity of the design of the new integrated exhaust manifold cylinder head ( bottom ) compared to the old ( top ). Reducing mass helps improve fuel economy; the 2012 Camaro 2LS model is EPA-estimated at 30 mpg US (7.8 Due to less surface area, the new design contributes to a 1 decibel reduction in engine noise at idle.

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JULY 29, 2014

With double overhead camshaft and direct injection the turbocharged four-valve engine is an advanced design with crossflow cylinder head, low-friction coating for the cylinder liners and steel pistons with stress-relieved, and therefore low-friction, piston rings. An almost square design with 80 mm bore and a stroke of 79.5 t and 3.05

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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 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 l/100 km) for a vehicle of that size.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2012

Each pixel in each 3d contour represents a design which plots an attribute against a design feature or a design feature against another design feature to identify optimum combinations to deliver desired effects. It’s a simple mechanical arrangement, Gray said, noting that there are no clutches, and no torque converter.

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JULY 24, 2011

The company anticipates that it will be the only gasoline-powered vehicle delivering fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter (equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 A CAE simulation and a wind tunnel test were conducted in the design phase to improve the forms of the front corners and slow the underfloor flow. L/100km) in JC08 mode.

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JUNE 21, 2015

km/liter (JC08 mode) (48 mpg US, 4.9 A specially designed Lineartronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) incorporates hybrid drive motor. Reduced friction and modified torque converter fluid characteristics have enhanced fuel economy while providing more direct driving sensation. Fuel economy is 20.4

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Japan MPG Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

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Prius MPG 2016 Toyota 150

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MAY 31, 2012

liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine (2AR-FXE), the ES 300h is expected to earn EPA fuel economy ratings of approximately 40 mpg city, 39 mpg highway and 39 mpg combined (5.88, 6.03 The beltless design helps improve fuel economy and overall reliability. Featuring the Lexus Hybrid Drive with a 2.5-liter

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Lexus 2013 Hybrid Fuel Economy 252

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JANUARY 15, 2013

liters per 100 kilometers [55 mpg US], while delivering total system power of 162 kW [217 hp]. The IS 350 RWD features the eight-speed, Sport Direct Shift (SPDS) automatic transmission from the IS F high performance sedan with quicker shifts, full torque converter lockup and throttle blips in manual mode.

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APRIL 9, 2014

mpg) and a 9.2% The D-EGR demonstrator is a converted 2012 Buick Regal with a 2.0-liter An SwRI-designed and patented mixer is used to improve cylinder-to-cylinder and temporal EGR imbalance. Power and torque curves for the stock LEA engine and the converted D-EGR engine. Overall, the engine offered a 13.1% 2014-01-1190.

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MAY 8, 2014

The crankcase and the newly designed cylinder heads have separate coolant loops. Also, for the first time, a NO x storage catalytic converter has been combined with a diesel particulate filter and SCR injection in a single assembly. mpg US), 194 g CO 2 per km (312.2 mpg US) [85 grams CO 2 per km (136.8 l/100 km (31.8

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Designed and developed in partnership with AISIN AW, the new system delivers fast, smooth gear changing, with an advanced converter ensuring effective drag reduction. Efficiency is improved by reduced internal friction and the use of lock-up clutch converters to prevent slippage. l/100 km (51 mpg US) and 105 g/km of CO 2.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine MPG 225

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MAY 15, 2013

The design merits continued development for automotive application. liter, 3-cylinder design of the Pinnacle engine, as well as a downsized, turbocharged 750cc Pinnacle design. mpg US (6.3 mpg US (8.0 mpg US, 5.8 mpg US, 6.3 mpg US, 6.1 —FEV analysis. Fuel economy. Friction Reduction.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Downsizing 230

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

GM introduced the 2014 Cruze Diesel in early summer 2013 in the US with an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 46 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined (8.7, At that time, the MY2014 Cruze Diesel was going up against the MY2014 Jetta with fuel economy of 30 mpg city, 42 mpg highway, 34 mpg combined (7.8,

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Diesel Fuel Economy MPG Economy 311

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The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 The exhaust gas heat recovery unit is attached at the outlet side of the catalytic converter. The basic layout is an on-axis design which is similar to GM’s 6T40/45 family of small-car front-wheel drive automatic transmissions.

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Malibu Hybrid 2016 Chevrolet Design 150

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JANUARY 22, 2013

The hydraulic components (motor and pump) recover and store the energy generated by the internal combustion engine and by braking and deceleration (kinetic energy); kinetic energy from braking that would otherwise be lost as heat is converted into hydraulic energy and stored in a pressure accumulator. Certified fuel consumption stands at 2.9

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Hybrid 2016 Gasoline-Electric Fuel 391

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Built off of the MQB Modular Transverse Matrix components set ( earlier post ), the CrossBlue offers a manufacturer-estimated 35 mpg (6.72 l/100km) combined (37 mpg highway and 33 mpg city), 89 mpge (2.64 A DC/DC converter supplies the vehicle’s electrical system with the 12V power it needs. The CrossBlue concept.

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Designed at Maserati headquarters in Modena, Italy, and built at the Maserati Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy, the GranCabrio Folgare is on the exclusive list of convertible electric cars that deliver performance in style, grace and elan. I couldn’t blame their curiosity as I, too, would stop and just look at its sleek gorgeous design.

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MARCH 22, 2012

This new line will offer more choices to fleet managers who seek to convert their fleets to plug-in electric hybrid. ALTe road tests showed that this E350 cutaway chassis prototype can drive approximately 25 miles in an all-electric mode and then deliver nearly 15 mpg in a charge-sustained mode.

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Range Fuel Economy MPG Fleet 210

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

mpg US) and CO 2 emissions range from 99 to 107 g/km. The design brief for the new-generation PureTech engines called for a clean break in powertrain development. Reduced weight and more compact design. Citroën developed two different capacity versions: 1.0-liter liter and 1.2 l/100 km (51.1 Reduced internal friction.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2015

The new engine family is based on an all-aluminium core unit designed for ultra-low friction. The close-coupled location of the catalytic converter and the electrically controlled boost pressure control valve—or wastegate—also have a positive impact on the emissions of the gasoline engines. BMW 220i Gran Tourer.

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It offers the newest iteration of Cadillac’s design language featured on the Escala concept. turbocharged engine—one of GM’s eighth-generation Ecotec engines—is based on an optimized single-cylinder architecture design and integrates highly intelligent electrically enabled technology. liters/100 km (33 mpg US).

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Designated V9X, Infiniti’s new V6 diesel develops 175 kW (238 hp) and 550 N·m (406 lb-ft) of torque. To manage the high loads on the engine structure commensurate with the power and torque outputs, the overall stiffness of the engine structure was optimized at the design stage by incorporating a number of specific features.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

mpg US )—equivalent to 169 CO 2 /km—a small improvement on the 6.5 l/100 km (36 mpg US) of the standard earlier 250 hp model. mpg US ) with optional low rolling resistance tires. The Gran Turismo with the new engine offers NEDC fuel consumption of 6.4 liters/100 km (36.8 That model delivered 6.3 l/100 km (37.3

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APRIL 3, 2012

The third-generation 2013 Boxster, the first all-new design since its debut in 1996, is also on display at the New York International Auto Show along with the Cayenne Diesel. preliminary internal estimates, the Cayenne Diesel SUV will achieve a rating of 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined (11.7,

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Cayenne Diesel 2013 Porsche 218

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JULY 24, 2013

Mercedes-Benz’ new E350 BlueTEC features as standard the new 9G-TRONIC, the first nine-speed automatic transmission with torque converter. The combination of double torsional damper and centrifugal pendulum technology in the torque converter provides drive comfort. Click to enlarge. liters of diesel per 100 km (44.4

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