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Iveco begins deliveries of heavy-duty Euro VI natural gas trucks

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The engine is coupled to a 16-gear manual ZF transmission or 6-speed Allison automatic transmission with hydraulic torque converter. Along with the CNG version, for medium- and long-range missions the Stralis Natural Power is available also with LNG for a cruising range of 750 km (466 miles).

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BMW and Total begin field tests of AdBlue pumps in Germany

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AdBlue, used in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) NO x aftertreatment systems for modern diesels, is stored in an auxiliary tank in the car. The BMW Group’s basic technology for diesel exhaust aftertreatment to attain Euro 6 emissions is a maintenance-free NO x storage catalytic converter (NSC). Click to enlarge.

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Volkswagen introduces new Coasting 2.0 micro hybrid system and new natural gas engine at Vienna Motor Symposium

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This results in an increase in range in the NEDC cycle from 190 km (118 miles) previously to now up to 300 km (186 miles). A key factor in its low emissions is the optimum conversion of the methane in the exhaust gas. e-gas is ideal for making renewable power usable for the transport sector and for storing it.

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Porsche unveils 2017 version of 919 Hybrid Le Mans prototype

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Two different energy recovery systems—a braking energy recovery system on the front axle plus an exhaust energy recovery system—feed a lithium-ion battery, which in turn powers an electric motor capable of supplying additional power of more than 400 hp (294 kW) to the front axle on demand. liters of fuel to do so.

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US charges Audi manager with conspiracy to cheat US emissions tests; sacrificing NOx control for a sound system

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As part of the SCR technology, exhaust stream emissions were dosed with a mist of a urea substance, commonly known as “AdBlue,” which converted NO x into nitrogen, water, and small amounts of carbon dioxide. The dosing strategy varied injection levels of AdBlue into the exhaust system depending on whether the vehicle was being tested.

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Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

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The benefit is being able to drive many miles on pure electricity, and then have “unlimited range” when heading-out on the open road with a fuel-efficient gasoline engine and hybrid system. A 37-mile range EV Electric and Gasoline Power The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter

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Audi’s mild-hybrid systems: 12V for 4-cylinders, 48V for 6- and 8-cylinders

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US gal per 62 miles) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), for example. The 12-volt system is connected to the main electrical system via a DC/DC converter. In this vehicle, the alternator still operates on a 12-volt basis, and a DC converter couples the 48-volt electrical subsystem. liters per 100 kilometers (0.2

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