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PSI team develops web tool for consumers to compare environmental impact of passenger cars in detail

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Depletion of fresh water reserves [m 3 ]. Human toxicity [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Terrestrial toxicity [kg 1,4-DC.-eq.]. Toxicity of marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Toxicity of non-marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Depletion of fossil energy resources [kg oil-eq.]. Ionizing radiation [kg U235-Eq].

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Audi gives S5 models their first diesel and 48V MHEV systems; performance and efficiency

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For the first time, the Audi S5 Coupé/Sportback has a V6 diesel under the hood. TDI in the S5 models is the most powerful version in the Audi V6 diesel engine lineup. liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (37.9 The six-cylinder diesel engine accelerates the S5 Coupé in 4.8 lb-ft) of torque between 2,500 and 3,100 rpm.

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Continental puts first 48V hybrid assist system into production with Renault diesels

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From the end of 2016, diesel variants of the Renault Scénic and Grand Scénic models will be equipped with Continental’s 48-volt hybrid drive—the first application of the 48V “Hybrid Assist” in production vehicles. The first production solution combines an efficient, water-cooled induction motor with an integrated inverter.

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KSPG awarded $342M in contracts for new compact EGR valve

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Among the observable trends is that EGR valves—customarily employed for the reduction of diesel engine emissions since the 1980s—are increasingly being fitted to gasoline engines given the incremental fuel-saving potential of such valves. Diesel Emissions Engines Fuel Efficiency'

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

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The new technology is suitable for either diesel or gasoline engines and can reduce consumption of a V6 gasoline engine by up to 0.7 One of them is a water-cooled belt alternator starter (BAS) on the front side of the engine. The 12-volt system is connected to the main electrical system via a DC/DC converter.

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Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

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Over the entire lifecycle of the C 180, the lifecycle analysis yields a primary energy consumption of 521 gigajoules (corresponding to the energy content of around 16,000 liters of gasoline); an environmental input of approx. The diesel variant also ensures a very high level of efficiency. The new C-Class. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8

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Pierburg GmbH electric compressor for turbos

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The compressor is compatible with both gasoline and diesel engines. The electric compressor has a wear-free, brushless DC motor that was developed using Pierburg’s own longstanding experience in the development and production of electric motors. Initial prototypes are now being tested by various customers.

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