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UK Technology Strategy Board Awards More Than 12M to 22 Projects to Speed Up Development of Low-Carbon Technology for Vehicles; Includes Gas Turbine Range Extender and Li-S Battery Cells

Green Car Congress

The aim of this project is to develop an ultra-lightweight, gas turbine powered, electric vehicle range extender that will enable vehicle weight savings of 100 kg or more and a modest reduction in CO 2 emissions on the UNECE101 drive cycle. Other projects include: TSB Low-Carbon Vehicle Technology Awards. Title Partners. EDS TurboClaw.

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Ford introduce the EcoBoost petrol engine

Green Cars News

The primary benefits delivered by the Ford EcoBoost approach include: optimised engine efficiency – fuel consumption and CO2 emissions reduced by up to 20 per cent. greater driving enjoyment – strong low-end torque and responsive performance across the full rev range. “With the 2.0-litre “With the 2.0-litre

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