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Ford provides some performance specs for its new 2.7L twin-turbo EcoBoost for the MY2015 F-150

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All-new aluminum cylinder heads feature water-cooled integrated exhaust manifolds. Variable displacement oil pump reduces internal engine friction to improve fuel economy. Intake and exhaust variable cam timing that improves torque while helping lower emissions. Lightweight, durable composite intake manifold.

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Switching to electric cars ‘could increase emissions’

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The idea that a wholesale switch to electric cars would automatically reduce CO2 emissions and dependence on oil is one of a number of myths dispelled by a major new report conducted on behalf of the Environmental Transport Association (ETA). CO2 emissions. Tags: Electric cars emissions ETA reduce switch. Popularity.

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Team from GM, Ford, FCA reviews how to calculate engine efficiency benefits of high octane fuels

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To achieve continued improvement in engine efficiency and CO 2 emissions, it is critical to quantify the roles of fuel octane rating and alcohol content. Davis, Asim Iqbal, Ronald A. Higher octane fuel is a key enabler for improved efficiency based on current engine/vehicle design trends. —Leone et al. Leone, James E.

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Berkeley study identifies diesel as main source of vehicular secondary organic aerosols

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Contribution of gasoline and diesel exhaust to SOA over 0% to 50% diesel fuel use. The study determined that, depending on a region’s fuel use, diesel exhaust is responsible for 65% to 90% of vehicular-derived SOA, with substantial contributions from aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons. Gentner et al. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Developing Fords EcoBoost Combustion System

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V6 engine (the Duratec D35 EcoBoost) delivers up to 12% better fuel economy and 15% lower emissions with comparable torque and power as a 5.4L Deliver PZEV engine-out emissions. Minimize smoke emissions and fuel liner impingement for low oil dilution, to ensure engine durability. port fuel injected (PFI) V8 engine.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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and UC-Davis Emeritus and Catherine JJ DeMauro. The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. He holds more than 35 patents (12 of which belong to UC Davis), has published more than 100 papers, and is an internationally recognized subject matter expert.

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GM provides technical details of the Gen 2 Voltec propulsion system used in the 2016 Volt

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The drive unit contains two newly developed electric motor-generators for propelling the vehicle and other duties; power electronics to supply and control them; a system of gears, clutches, and hydraulic controls to combine and deliver the mechanical power from the motor-generators and the engine; and an electric oil pump. Electric machines.

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