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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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An intelligently designed power transfer plays a major part in this: the unique AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed sports transmission combines dynamism with economy, and includes a new stop-start function in the “Controlled Efficiency” driving mode. The wet start-up clutch replaces a conventional torque converter, and helps to save fuel.

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Audi using supplementary port fuel injection to address particulates from gasoline direct injection

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In part-load operation, the indirect injection supplements direct gasoline injection to improve fuel economy and to reduce the output of particulates from the engine. The EU has set a standard for 6 × 10 12 number/km limits between 2014 and 2017, tightening to 6 × 10 11 number/km. Earlier post.). Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Could E85 be a cheaper alternative to diesel?

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The compression ratio can then be increased and the resulting higher BMEP levels mean the engine can be downsized at equivalent vehicle performance. According to Robert Stein, the vehicle owner enjoys high fuel economy because the petrol, with its greater eating value per volume, is the fuel primarily used.

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Volkswagen Group introducing Modular Transverse Matrix this year; new engine families, lighter weight construction, powertrain flexibility

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The Modular Transverse Matrix standardizes many vehicle component parameters across brands and vehicle classes. liter) – are also setting new standards in the Modular Transverse Matrix for energy efficiency, lightweight construction and high torque performance. At the same time, it offers access to new technologies.

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Audi to debut three vehicles at Frankfurt

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TFSI: Part of Audi’s philosophy in addressing efficiency is downsizing and so it’s no surprise to see a new turbocharged petrol direct injection 1.2 Both versions can reach 118mph and have an average fuel economy of 42.8mpg while emitting 127g/km of carbon dioxide (CO2). It can reach 62mph in 5.4

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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The XHT is a new generation of plug-in hybrid drive train ready to multiply the gas mileage of any SUV or any standard sedan." ( Company PressRelease ) BYD Auto top 2/3/08 BYD Auto Co., But I can tell you that this is a top priority program for GM, given the huge potential it offers for fuel-economy improvement." ( GM ).

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