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2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA-rated at 84 MPGe in electric-only mode; role of eFlite dual-motor/one-way clutch strategy

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(As examples of SUV/MPV-style electric vehicle fuel efficiency, the 2016 Tesla Model X AWD - 75D is EPA-rated at 93 MPGe combined city/highway; the Model X AWD - P90D is EPA-rated at 89 MPGe; and the 2016 BYD e6 compact MPV is EPA-rated at 72 MPGe. All figures from fueleconomy.gov.). The MSRP of the non-hybrid Pacifica minivan is $28,595.

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Improving performance of 2-methylfuran as alternative SI fuel using cooled EGR

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In the Tianjin study, the team explored the impact of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) rates from 0% to 15% and compression ratios (CRs) of 8, 9, and 10 on the combustion characteristics and emission performance of 2-methylfuran (MF) and gasoline. —Pan et al. 2014.04.054.

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Split injection Miller cycle with boost decreases knock tendency and increases torque in downsized engine

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In this context, many experimental and numerical investigations have been conducted to suppress the knock occurrence by adopting various methods such as exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), low compression ratio (CR), transforming the combustion chamber shape, alternative fuels, and delayed ignition timing (IT). —Wei et al. 2017.11.006.