Downsizing and Future

Volvo introducing new downsized 4-cylinder engine range, with fuel economy improvements up to 35%; hybrid and flywheel drive systems

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2011

The Volvo Car Corporation is introducing a new, downsized engine range consisting solely of four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines. It proves that downsized engines can go hand in hand with our customers’ expectations on luxury and driving pleasure. It’s time to stop counting cylinders. Earlier post.).

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Downsizing Fuel Economy Volvo Economy

HyBoost concept achieving close to Prius-level CO2 emissions; aggressive downsizing with advanced boosting and micro-hybrid system

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NOVEMBER 1, 2011

HyBoost achieves this by combining aggressive 50% downsizing of the engine with an electric supercharger for transient low-speed performance, and a micro-hybrid stop-start and energy recuperation systems, Boggs said. Downsizing the 2.0-liter Click to enlarge. —David Boggs. Micro-hybrid market. million units per year by 2020.

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Downsizing Prius Hybrid Emissions

FEV to Display Extremely Downsized Engine at 2010 SAE World Congress

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APRIL 8, 2010

FEV’s 698 cm 3 Extremely Downsized Engine. will show its Extremely Downsized Engine (EDE) at next week’s 2010 SAE World Congress in Detroit. Click to enlarge. The engine delivers a specific power of more than 100 kW/L and offers enhanced part load efficiency with significant improvements in low-end torque.

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Downsizing Congress 2010 Engine

Ricardo to assist Lifan in development of 1.2L turbocharged DI gasoline engines for downsizing applications

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MAY 31, 2011

Ricardo will assist Lifan Automobile Group based in Chongqing, China, with the development of a family of highly downsized gasoline engines capable of meeting future Chinese and international fuel economy and emissions regulations.

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Downsizing Gasoline Engine Fuel Economy

Consumer Reports survey shows high fuel costs cause downsizing, less driving; 73% would consider alt fuel vehicle

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MAY 22, 2012

The survey, conducted by the Consumer Reports National Research Center, found that car owners were open to different ways of saving at the pump, from downsizing to looking at hybrids, electric cars, or models with diesel engines.

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Downsizing Fuel Alternative Fuels Minivan

EPA official: the future of the internal combustion engine is bright and clear

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OCTOBER 5, 2011

Even while projecting to the future and talking about batteries and electric vehicles, he said, “ when you look at our actual analysis and you look to our projections for the future, 95% or more of the vehicles, all of the heavy-duty vehicles in our analysis are relying on IC engines. Earlier post.)

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International Engine Future EPA

Study Finds Strong Synergy Between Spark Ignition Engine Downsizing and Low-to-Moderate Alcohol Blend Fuels

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MAY 1, 2009

A study by engineers from Mahle Powertrain Ltd and BP found strong synergy between spark ignition (SI) engine downsizing and fuel containing low-to-moderate amounts of alcohol, including ethanol and butanol. The team presented a paper on their work at the recent SAE 2009 World Congress in Detroit. Cairns et al. SAE 2009-01-0138).

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Alcohol Blend Downsizing Engine Fuel

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

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JUNE 18, 2013

At the company’s 61 st Automotive Press Briefing in Boxberg, Germany, Bosch senior executives outlined the company’s view on the general future of automotive technology—“ efficient and increasingly electrical ”, and provided a thumbnail of the way they see—and thus are developing products for—sector-specific technology trends.

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Future Gasoline-Electric Vehicles Gasoline

Federal-Mogul lean tool steel offers an easily-machined, durable, valve seat material for downsizing and alt-fuel engine demands

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DECEMBER 10, 2010

Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed a cost-effective new material for valve seat inserts that helps manufacturers meet the durability demands of engine downsizing and alternative or high-octane blended fuels. This new material has the potential to become the foundation of our future portfolio of valve seat materials.

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Downsizing Engine Fuel Corporation

Hyundai outlines future powertrain strategy

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OCTOBER 25, 2012

Hyundai Motor Group this week outlined its latest powertrain technologies and future plans at the 12 th Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference, held near the Hyundai Motor Group R&D Center in Korea.

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Hyundai Future Gasoline Exhaust

Ford / AVL study concludes mid-level ethanol blend attractive as a long-term future fuel for use in optimized engines in US

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APRIL 19, 2013

A study by a team from Ford Motor Company and AVL has concluded that a mid-level ethanol blend—greater than E20 but less than E40—appears to be attractive as a long-term future fuel for the US for use in engines optimized for the higher octane blend. Downsizing/downspeeding. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Engine Fuel Ford Future

Valeo acquires electric supercharger business from Controlled Power

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

Highly efficient at low engine revolutions, electric superchargers make it possible to downsize engines. Our automotive customers wanted clarity about future plans for the VTES product and a sale to Valeo was the best solution to enable our VTES technology to reach its full potential. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Power Powered Downsizing Electrical

Roskill: Japanese steel industry is poised for a major downsizing in the years to come

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MARCH 1, 2021

The Japanese steel industry will increasingly have to rely on technology (hydrogen/DRI) to comply with future regulations, according to Roskill—a task even more difficult for Japan as 75% of its steel production comes from the BOF (Basic Oxygen Furnace) route.

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Downsizing Industrial Industry Japan

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

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OCTOBER 10, 2016

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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Downsizing Charging Engine Belgium

Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

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MAY 14, 2009

Continuing to emphasize a downsizing approach, Volkswagen presented two new engines at the at the 30 th Vienna Engine Symposium (7-8 May): the 1.2-liter liter TDI engine will serve as a basis for all future four-cylinder diesel engines of Volkswagen. Downsizing is rigorously being developed in the volume segments with the 1.2

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Downsizing Engine MPG Exhaust

Nissan 1.5L, 3-cylinder 400 hp engine to complement electric Le Mans ZEOD RC powerplant

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JANUARY 27, 2014

With the entire concept of the Nissan ZEOD RC focussing heavily on downsizing and efficiency, Nissan turned to new lubricants partner Total to help develop the engine. We’re aiming to maintain our position as industry leaders in focussing on downsizing. Engines Lubricating Oils Motorsport'

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Nissan Engine Downsizing Gasoline-Electric

GKN develops two-speed eAxle; in production on BMW i8

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NOVEMBER 10, 2014

GKN’s two-speed eAxle also enables the motor and all associated systems to be downsized, reducing mass and further increasing efficiency. Two-speed eAxles will help manufacturers enhance hybrid and electric drivetrains and support the trend to downsize eMotors to reduce weight and cost. —Theodor Gassmann.

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BMW Downsizing Production Hybrid

KIT researchers developing low-pressure carbonitriding process for hardening steel with methylamine; applications in downsized engines

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NOVEMBER 23, 2015

Steels hardened in this way are suited for use in components subjected to high mechanical and thermal loads in downsized, energy-efficient and low-emission engines of the future. Combustion engines still have potential to save energy and reduce emissions; a current trend is to use downsized engines of the same or even increased power.

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Downsizing Kits Engine Carbon

KPMG survey finds global auto execs expect ICE dominance for some time; ICE downsizing and PHEVs to receive greatest investment over next 5 years; mobility-as-a-service in cities

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JANUARY 10, 2013

Even in the BRICs, ICE downsizing has become a big deal. The survey found that most companies are hedging their bets and spreading funding across a wide range of areas, with ICE downsizing and plug-in hybrids expected to receive the greatest investment over the next 5 years. —“14 th Annual Global Automotive Executive Survey”.

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Downsizing Global Auto Brazil

New 4-cylinder 2.3L EcoBoost on Lincoln MKC small SUV; future EcoBoost prospects

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NOVEMBER 17, 2013

Ford is currently slightly past the midpoint in a 4-year, $30-million project ($15 million from the US DOE) with Michigan Technological University (MTU) to demonstrate a 25% fuel economy improvement in a mid-sized sedan using a downsized, advanced gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine with no or limited degradation in vehicle level metrics, (..)

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Louisville Fuel Economy Exhaust Future

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

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JANUARY 9, 2010

Peugeot continues to improve engine efficiency with a downsizing strategy for its gasoline and HDi FAP diesel engines. Through the Peugeot SR1, the Marque is revealing the stylistic design trends for its future models. Included in its product strategy are: Cleaner engines. The Marque is also developing a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine.

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Downsizing Plug-in Hybrid Concept

EIA: trends in downsized engine design leading to increased demand for higher-octane gasoline

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APRIL 6, 2016

This trend of increasing demand for higher octane gasoline is likely driven by changes in fuel requirements for light-duty vehicles (LDV) in response to increasing fuel economy standards, which will have widespread implications for future gasoline markets, according to EIA analysts.

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Downsizing Gasoline Engine Design

Controlled Power Technologies Packages Its Switched Reluctance Systems in ‘RegEnBoost’ System for Enhanced Support for Downsizing

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DECEMBER 11, 2009

This crucial difference means the technology is perfectly suited to maintaining vehicle performance and driveability—widely recognized as a critical marketing issue for any car maker contemplating radical engine downsizing. Unlike hybrids these technologies do not require a change in the vehicle or engine architecture.

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Downsizing Powered Power Exhaust

Mitsubishi Motors introducing 2 PHEV and 1 hybrid concept SUVs at Tokyo Motor Show

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NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Incorporating a new design, the three concepts point to the direction MMC’s development and manufacturing will take in the near future. The Mitsubishi Concept XR-PHEV is a compact SUV featuring a front engine, front-wheel drive layout PHEV system that is configured with a downsized 1.1-liter Click to enlarge.

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Mitsubishi PHEV Concept Motor

Hyundai showcasing new downsized turbo engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; i40 48V Hybrid, i30 CNG

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

As the 48V Hybrid technologies are cost effective, have compact dimensions, apply a minimal weight penalty (just 46 kg), and can be easily introduced alongside existing powertrains, they could have far-reaching potential application in future production cars, Hyundai suggested. New Generation i30 CNG.

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Downsizing Hyundai Engine Hybrid

Delphi Powertrain Study Concludes 3-Cylinder Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Offers a High-Value NOx and CO2 Solution for Cost-Sensitive Vehicle Segments

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APRIL 20, 2010

The Delphi study assessed the technology of downsizing and turbocharging; GDI fueling and its synergies with turbocharging; and an analysis of downsized 3-cylinder versus 4-cylinder engines. Downsizing can be accomplished via reduction in the number of cylinders, and/or a reduction in the displaced volume of each cylinder.

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Gasoline Downsizing Engine CO2

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

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DECEMBER 20, 2009

The development and deployment of current and future generations of EcoBoost and other technologies are not alternatives to electrification of the powertrain, Kapp said. “ As we go into the mid-term ,” Kapp said, “ we have the opportunity to weight reduce the vehicle, enabling additional downsizing. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Downsizing

Ricardo Launches Consortium to Evaluate Lubricant Challenges of Future Low Carbon Engine Technologies

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JULY 30, 2009

The work of the consortium will be structured into a series of modules, the first of which will focus on the effect of downsized light duty gasoline and diesel engine technologies on lubricant soot levels and engine wear. The drive towards thinner, lower viscosity lubricants for reduced friction.

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Engine Future Downsizing Carbon

Subaru showcases hybrid Advanced Tourer Concept at Tokyo Motor Show

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DECEMBER 2, 2011

The C-segment class car combines a downsized, direct-injected turbocharged 1.6L Subaru said that the downsized direct fuel injection turbo engine is one of its principal engine technologies for the future. Among its exhibits, Subaru is showcasing its hybrid Advanced Tourer concept at the Tokyo Motor Show.

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Concept Motoring Motor Motors

Strategy Analytics report finds ridesharing may not negatively impact future vehicle purchases

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JUNE 13, 2017

A new report from the Automotive Connected Mobility (ACM) service at Strategy Analytics has found that ridesharing usage may not negatively impact the future vehicle purchase intention of current vehicle owners. Alternatively, they may choose to downsize their fleet from three vehicles to two.

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Purchase Future Vehicles Downsizing

Continental to supply turbochargers for new Ford 1.0L EcoBoost engines

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OCTOBER 15, 2011

Developed for the latest 1-liter downsized gasoline engines. The successful collaboration with Ford resulted in a turbocharger design that meets the particular technical challenges posed by small, downsized engines. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) The first two engines will generate 74 and 88 kW from a displacement of just one liter.

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Engine Ford Supplies Downsizing

Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

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MAY 8, 2013

Especially with increased production volume of renewable fuels and optimized powertrain solutions for flexible fuel vehicles, there is a chance for combustion engines to not only remain in the market but also be sustainable for future vehicle. —Wheeler et al. The project team is replacing a 3.6L I4 Ecotec engine. Wheeler, J.,

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Engine

Continental XL3 solenoid injector in production in 1.5L GDI engine; looking ahead to Euro 6c

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JULY 25, 2013

Compliance with future emissions standards such as Euro 6b (from 9/2014) and Euro 6c (from 9/2017) will call for further improvements in engine combustion processes. The fast-response, high-precision solenoid injector technology prepares the ground for future Euro 6c applications, the company says.

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Engine Production Emissions Downsizing

Honeywell Global Turbo Forecast projects 49M turbocharged vehicle sales, $12B revenue per year by 2019

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Automakers are turning to downsized turbocharged engines to satisfy more stringent global fuel economy and emission regulations and customer demand for better-performing vehicles. In addition to improving fuel efficiency, downsized turbocharged engines also reduce harmful exhaust emissions.

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2019 Global Sale Downsizing

Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

The optically-bonded display enables future safety and automated solutions as it is easily integrated with advanced driver assistance technologies. At NACV 2017, Bosch is also showcasing several future-focused powertrain concepts engineered to save fuel and money while extending the lives of fleets. Powertrain concepts. Control unit.

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Connected Connect Commercial Future

Toyota and Denso develop SiC power semiconductor for power control units; targeting 10% improvement in hybrid fuel efficiency

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MAY 20, 2014

Toyota intends to leverage the benefits of high frequency and high efficiency of SiC power semiconductors to enable PCU downsizing of 80%. Right :PCU with SiC power semiconductors (Future target). The high frequency control of SiC allows the downsizing of coils and condensers within the PCU. ???Source: Click to enlarge.

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Toyota Power Powered Hybrid

Next Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT May Have Downsized, Electrified Powertrain

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APRIL 20, 2022

The manufacturer seems convinced electrification is the future and it sees the end of the V8 is in sight.

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Downsizing Jeep Future Manufacturer

McMaster team reviews progress on hybrid-specific engine technologies

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DECEMBER 31, 2021

To find the current research status and provide insights on future research opportunities, this paper gives a comprehensive review of these four technological solutions from perspectives of benefits, challenges, and future prospects. Future research work should focus on seeking new high-performance, cost-effective alternative fuels.

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Engine Hybrid Fuel Economy Alternative Fuels

Cummins ETHOS 2.8L optimized E-85 engine demonstrates 50-80% reduction in CO2 emissions in medium-duty truck

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JULY 14, 2014

In 2012, Cummins came back to the CEC with a request for a 6-month extension (although with no change in funding), to accommodate a reduction in the size of the downsized engine to the current 2.8L Although not in high-volume production today, cellulosic ethanol represents a promising production pathway for future fuels. Earlier post.)

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Engine Emissions CO2 Gasoline

New Delphi Technologies 500+ bar GDi system cuts gasoline particulate emissions by up to 50%, reduces fuel consumption

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MAY 16, 2019

Reducing the number of exhaust gas particulates, including those smaller than 23 nm, will help manufacturers meet increasingly stringent future global emissions standards. Delphi 500+ bar GDi pump. —Walter Piock. Delphi Technologies’ 500+ bar system can help vehicle manufacturers meet both challenges.

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Emissions Gasoline Fuel Exhaust

China’s JAC collaborating with Ricardo on advanced thermal engineering for vehicle development

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NOVEMBER 7, 2013

Under the contract placed by JAC—officially the Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co Ltd (JAC) of Hefei, Anhui Province—Ricardo is providing advanced thermal simulation and test guidance to support the development of a passenger vehicle with a downsized gasoline engine.

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Engine Downsizing Vehicles Asia

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

Infiniti unveiled the Q80 Inspiration concept car at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, it what it called a signal of its intent to break into the top tier of the premium sedan category; the concept will lead to a future model. The powertrain incorporates a new aluminum-based downsized twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter L/100 km (42.8

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Infinity Fuel Economy MPG Concept

CPT developing 48-volt electric supercharger for micro-mild hybrids

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

At 48 volts, a VTES electric supercharger will transform 7kW of battery power into a highly boosted charge of air for downsized gasoline and diesel engines. The torque response of these future VTES equipped vehicles will be equivalent to the best mass market vehicles on the road today.

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Volt Hybrid Downsizing Lead Acid

GM, Ford R&D execs stress importance of improved, advanced fuels for future engine efficiency gains, GHG goals

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APRIL 3, 2017

In separate presentations at the 2017 SAE High Efficiency IC Engine Symposium in Detroit, R&D executives from GM and Ford each stressed the importance of improved, advanced fuels—among other technology developments—for their future engine efficiency gains and for long-term CO 2 emissions goals. An enabler is more reactive fuels.

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Engine GM Fuel Future

Volvo introducing new downsized 4-cylinder engine range, with fuel economy improvements up to 35%; hybrid and flywheel drive systems

HyBoost concept achieving close to Prius-level CO2 emissions; aggressive downsizing with advanced boosting and micro-hybrid system

FEV to Display Extremely Downsized Engine at 2010 SAE World Congress

Ricardo to assist Lifan in development of 1.2L turbocharged DI gasoline engines for downsizing applications

Consumer Reports survey shows high fuel costs cause downsizing, less driving; 73% would consider alt fuel vehicle

EPA official: the future of the internal combustion engine is bright and clear

Study Finds Strong Synergy Between Spark Ignition Engine Downsizing and Low-to-Moderate Alcohol Blend Fuels

Bosch sees future requiring multiple powertrain technologies; the larger the vehicle, the more the electrification

Federal-Mogul lean tool steel offers an easily-machined, durable, valve seat material for downsizing and alt-fuel engine demands

Hyundai outlines future powertrain strategy

Ford / AVL study concludes mid-level ethanol blend attractive as a long-term future fuel for use in optimized engines in US

Valeo acquires electric supercharger business from Controlled Power

Roskill: Japanese steel industry is poised for a major downsizing in the years to come

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

Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

Nissan 1.5L, 3-cylinder 400 hp engine to complement electric Le Mans ZEOD RC powerplant

GKN develops two-speed eAxle; in production on BMW i8

KIT researchers developing low-pressure carbonitriding process for hardening steel with methylamine; applications in downsized engines

KPMG survey finds global auto execs expect ICE dominance for some time; ICE downsizing and PHEVs to receive greatest investment over next 5 years; mobility-as-a-service in cities

New 4-cylinder 2.3L EcoBoost on Lincoln MKC small SUV; future EcoBoost prospects

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

EIA: trends in downsized engine design leading to increased demand for higher-octane gasoline

Controlled Power Technologies Packages Its Switched Reluctance Systems in ‘RegEnBoost’ System for Enhanced Support for Downsizing

Mitsubishi Motors introducing 2 PHEV and 1 hybrid concept SUVs at Tokyo Motor Show

Hyundai showcasing new downsized turbo engines and 7-speed dual-clutch transmission; i40 48V Hybrid, i30 CNG

Delphi Powertrain Study Concludes 3-Cylinder Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Offers a High-Value NOx and CO2 Solution for Cost-Sensitive Vehicle Segments

Ford Making Aggressive Push With EcoBoost and Technologies Such as Ti-VCT for Improved Fuel Economy; Roadmap for Future Generations of EcoBoost Highlights Role as Company Strategy as Well as Product

Ricardo Launches Consortium to Evaluate Lubricant Challenges of Future Low Carbon Engine Technologies

Subaru showcases hybrid Advanced Tourer Concept at Tokyo Motor Show

Strategy Analytics report finds ridesharing may not negatively impact future vehicle purchases

Continental to supply turbochargers for new Ford 1.0L EcoBoost engines

Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

Continental XL3 solenoid injector in production in 1.5L GDI engine; looking ahead to Euro 6c

Honeywell Global Turbo Forecast projects 49M turbocharged vehicle sales, $12B revenue per year by 2019

Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

Toyota and Denso develop SiC power semiconductor for power control units; targeting 10% improvement in hybrid fuel efficiency

Next Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT May Have Downsized, Electrified Powertrain

McMaster team reviews progress on hybrid-specific engine technologies

Cummins ETHOS 2.8L optimized E-85 engine demonstrates 50-80% reduction in CO2 emissions in medium-duty truck

New Delphi Technologies 500+ bar GDi system cuts gasoline particulate emissions by up to 50%, reduces fuel consumption

China’s JAC collaborating with Ricardo on advanced thermal engineering for vehicle development

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

CPT developing 48-volt electric supercharger for micro-mild hybrids

GM, Ford R&D execs stress importance of improved, advanced fuels for future engine efficiency gains, GHG goals

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