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BorgWarner expanding variable cam timing technology for I4 engines; OEM diesel and gasoline applications in 2015

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Each phaser also features an integrated center bolt and spool valve for smaller package size and easier installation. The technology is planned to launch with a major global automaker on diesel and gasoline applications in 2015. The new facility complements a number of existing global facilities producing VCT technology.

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IEA: carbon intensity of global energy supply has barely changed in last 20 years; “window of opportunity in transport”

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In a fairly bleak assessment of global progress towards low-carbon energy, the International Energy Agency (IEA) concluded that, despite a few bright spots such as the rapid expansion of renewable technologies and the growth of hybrid and EV sales, the progress is far below that required to achieve a 2 °C pathway—i.e., Source: IEA.

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Hyundai Introduces i-flow Diesel Hybrid Concept at Geneva; New Blue Drive Vehicles and Technologies

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Hyundai staged the global debut of its i-flow diesel hybrid concept car at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Hyundai’s first diesel-electric hybrid powertrain uses the new U2 1.7-liter The new, downsized 1.0-liter Tags: Diesel Engines Hybrids. The i-flow concept. Click to enlarge. mpg US) and CO 2 output of 85 g/100km.

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U Toronto team assess the climate trade-off between reduced CO2 and increased Black Carbon from GDI engines

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The upside of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines is widely seen as being improved fuel economy coupled with an increase in specific power (especially with turbocharging), enabling significant downsizing. Generally, installing a gasoline particulate filter with a. …. A significant fraction of the GDI PM 2.5

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Testing confirms Torotrak V-Charge variable drive mechanical supercharger enables more ambitious downsizing; 1.0L demo at Aachen

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Independent on-engine test results have verified the simulation predictions that a Torotrak V-Charge variable drive mechanical supercharger enables more ambitious levels of engine downsizing. Next generation downsizing and downspeeding remain the industry’s best near-term solutions for reducing carbon emissions.

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Cummins to reveal battery-electric and range-extended-electric systems for transit buses

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The introduction of our new BEV and REEV systems will complement Cummins’ clean-diesel, near-zero natural gas and diesel-hybrid products to offer the broadest, most energy-diverse power portfolio in the bus industry. Compared to the standard diesel-powered bus, the REEV 4.5-liter

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Largest and most powerful MAN B&W-branded engine makes market debut aboard large container vessel; 103,000 hp

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The largest and most powerful engine from MAN Diesel & Turbo’s portfolio ever designed and built has entered service. The 19,437-teu container vessel is operated by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the global container shipping company. —Ole Grøne, Senior Vice President Low-Speed Sales and Promotions, MAN Diesel & Turbo.

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