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

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CO 2 emissions of the C 180 in comparison to its predecessor [t/car]. Source: Mercedes-Benz. For CO 2 emissions—and likewise for primary energy consumption—the use phase dominates with a share of 78 and 74% respectively. Emissions of sulfur dioxide are on a par with those of the preceding model.

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Westport unveils proprietary enhanced spark-ignited natural gas system; up to 10% improvement in power and torque over diesel

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The new approach to natural gas combustion technology is designed to provide vehicle and engine original manufacturers (OEMs) with a “downsized” natural gas solution that is cost competitive while providing similar levels of power, torque, and fuel economy to a larger diesel engine. Mercedes-Benz 7.7L Earlier post.).

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Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

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liter V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420 kW (563 hp) and maximum torque of up to 900 N·m (663 lb-ft) from its higher performance variant for entry into the Mercedes-Benz/AMG lineup this summer. Debuting in the new Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG, the new V8 biturbo consumes 10.5 AMG has developed a 5.5-liter The new AMG 5.5-liter

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Next Mercedes-Benz small cars to get even tinier engines

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But times change, and engines of that size will soon be found even in the smallest of Mercedes-Benz luxury cars. It might have been a 3-cylinder, and certainly wouldn't have had even 100 horsepower. DON'T MISS.

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2014 Sprinter van for US standard with new 2.1L diesel; new driver assistance features

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The new MY2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van for the US now features a 2.1L, 4-cylinder diesel with a t-speed automatic transmission as standard. This downsizing enables lower fuel consumption, accompanied by low emissions and optimum weight. Diesel Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Systems' 2014 Sprinter. Click to enlarge.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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The Freightliner SuperTruck uses a downsized and downsped 10.7-liter This reduces friction, and increases efficiency and fuel economy. Drivers can run the AC for more than an hour without turning the engine on, resulting in significant reductions in fuel consumption. DTNA SuperTruck technology elements. Click to enlarge.

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Lotus Omnivore Engine Shows Up To 10% Better Fuel Economy Than Spray-Guided GDI Engines; Achieves HCCI At Extremely Light Loads

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In addition to demonstrating better fuel consumption results than current advanced gasoline engines, the Omnivore engine has successfully demonstrated homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) down to extremely light loads. Emissions results are 20 ppm NO x at less than 2.3 Tags: Engines Fuel Efficiency Fuels.