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AUGUST 7, 2013

Opel will introduce the first in an all-new modular family of small-displacement three- and four-cylinder gasoline direct injection engines at the upcoming Frankfurt International Motor Show next month. Another major contributor to refinement is the installation of a balance shaft in the oil sump. Click to enlarge. liter displacements.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 236

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DECEMBER 5, 2013

The cylinder head features an integrated exhaust manifold that separates the inner and outer pairs of cylinders into each inlet passage to the turbo. Keeping the exhaust pulses separated from the next cylinder in the firing order eliminates mixing losses and maximizes pulse energy to the turbine wheel. Larger exhaust valves.

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Ford Exhaust Fuel Economy Engine 355

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NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Four engine control modes were evaluated with the goal of reducing NO x and minimizing fuel economy impact. Fuel economy impact is. reduction in fuel economy. When the entire vehicle costs around $700, that’s a significant difference. An 80% reduction in NO x from MBE to 0.05 g/km (Euro 5/6) looks possible with 10% COV.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fuel 231

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MAY 6, 2012

The thermal management system ensures that the engine comes up to its operating temperature rapidly after a cold start—this shortens the phase of elevated friction losses due to viscous oil, and the car’s interior warms up faster as well. The oil pump, with its two-stage control, is designed for energy efficiency. liters (0.11

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Audi Engine Exhaust Oil 334

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FEBRUARY 7, 2014

liter, four-cylinder engine of the new CLA 250 is a member of the BlueDIRECT family of gasoline engines, and was first applied in combination with exhaust-gas turbocharging and external high-pressure exhaust gas recirculation in the E 250 Coupé introduced last year ( earlier post ). (It l/100 km (43.6 Source: Vent et al.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes Diesel Fuel 236

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JULY 22, 2014

All-new aluminum cylinder heads feature water-cooled integrated exhaust manifolds. Variable displacement oil pump reduces internal engine friction to improve fuel economy. Intake and exhaust variable cam timing that improves torque while helping lower emissions. Lightweight, durable composite intake manifold.

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F-150 Ford 2015 Exhaust 199

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MAY 12, 2012

The goal of the partnership is to leverage the complementary missions of deployment and commercialization (DOE) and fundamental research and education (NSF) to address the efficiency of the internal combustion engine (ICE). Liquid fuels have dominated transportation systems for over a century and will continue to do so for decades to come.

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Fuel Economy Engine Economy 2014 240

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MAY 5, 2009

Internal GM testing of the new 2010 Equinox indicates that the front-wheel drive models with the direct-injected 2.4-liter At 32 mpg, the 2010 Equinox will offer best-in-segment highway fuel economy and have a highway driving range of up to 600 miles. liter I-4 engine will offer an EPA estimated 32 mpg on the highway and 22 mpg city.

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Fuel Economy 2010 MPG Chevrolet 150

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JANUARY 15, 2018

Cooling air is drawn from inside the truck and vented via the built-in cabin exhausters. The newest Pentastar V-6’s advanced technologies, such as wide-range variable valve timing and two-step variable valve lift, deliver an optimized blend of power and fuel economy, based on the driver’s demand. The Pentastar V-6 uses an 11.3:1

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2019 Hybrid Fuel Economy Volt 240

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AUGUST 4, 2011

Mazda’s roadmap to the ideal internal combustion engine. the step-by-step introduction of electrification to SKYACTIV internal combustion engines: stop-start, followed by regenerative braking, followed by electric motor drive technologies. Energy balance in an internal combustion engine. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Mazda Engine Gasoline Diesel 322

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NOVEMBER 30, 2009

engine delivers 19 mpg US city/30 highway—a 19% improvement on city fuel economy and a 25% improvement on highway fuel economy compared to the 2010 model (16 mpg city/24 highway). fuel economy improvement over non-VCT-equipped engines, according to Ford. fuel economy improvement over non-VCT-equipped engines, according to Ford.

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2011 Fuel Economy Exhaust MPG 230

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

They feature an aluminium crankcase with thermally joined cylinder liners (to reduce internal friction) and integrated balancer shafts, turbochargers with variable intake geometry and optimized efficiency, and further developed common rail direct injection systems. lbs) over the outgoing engines. Steptronic.

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BMW MPG Diesel Exhaust 255

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MAY 30, 2012

A supercharger with a magnetic clutch compensates for the disadvantage of the small displacement engine with the Miller cycle without sacrificing fuel economy. Partly to address that issue, Nissan adopted the direct injection system and additional cooling items such as a piston oil jet and high thermal conductivity piston ring.

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Gasoline Engine Nissan Exhaust 240

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APRIL 19, 2023

Electric vehicles with the greatest public health benefits include school buses and other forms of public transport since people usually breathe in exhaust fumes from conventionally powered vehicles while waiting to board. That makes them much better for the environment than traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

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Vehicles Tax Credit Arizona Pollution 84

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Direct injection improves fuel economy and performance by delivering the precise amount of gasoline right into the combustion chamber. liter I-4 uses two camshafts: one to open the intake valves and one to open the exhaust valves. The overlap control via Ti-VCT helps us eliminate compromises in the induction and exhaust systems.

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Engine 2012 Ford Fuel 220

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MARCH 5, 2014

We wanted to improve performance, as well as economy. Diamond-like Carbon (DLC) valve lifters and a twin-tank oil pan further contribute to reduced internal resistance. What was already one of the lightest engines of its type was made even lighter by fitting a cylinder head with a built-in exhaust manifold.

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota 287

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

LiquidPiston will be developing its X4 test rig: a prototype 30 kW diesel X-engine, with targeted brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC) of 186 g/kWh (better fuel efficiency than heavy duty truck engines, and twice the fuel economy of a gasoline engine over a typical drive cycle). Water may be injected to internally cool the engine.

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Engine Exhaust 2014 Diesel 150

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JANUARY 13, 2014

Ford introduced the all-new Ford F-150 at its press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. All-new aluminum cylinder heads feature water-cooled integrated exhaust manifolds. Variable displacement oil pump reduces internal engine friction to improve fuel economy. 2015 F-150.

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F-150 Ford Engine Fuel Economy 329

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JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter Full-time 4x4 models have fuel economy figures of 20 city and 28 highway. Piston-cooling oil jets.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

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APRIL 14, 2014

Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of the redesigned 2015 Jetta sedan at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. l/100 km); its combined fuel economy is projected to be around 37 mpg (6.36 Energy efficiency has also been optimized by using an oil pump with volumetric control and two pressure levels. 2015 Jetta.

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New York 2015 Diesel Exhaust 220

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DECEMBER 19, 2012

fuel-specific oil consumption. Achates Power has made excellent progress overcoming the challenges commonly associated with two-stroke engines: emissions, fuel economy, oil consumption and durability. Similar engine-out emissions levels. Less than 0.1% Reduced weight and complexity. brake thermal efficiency.

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Engine Power Powered 2011 225

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APRIL 28, 2016

Volkswagen is presenting the latest generation of the EA211 TSI evo at the 37 th International Vienna Motor Symposium. The improvements in fuel economy take effect across a wide range of the engine map—i.e, The proven concept of the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head has been retained. TSI (92 kW).

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Engine Exhaust Re-Charge Gasoline-Electric 150

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JANUARY 10, 2011

Chevrolet displayed the all-new subcompact 2012 Sonic—called the Aveo in other parts of the world ( earlier post )— at the North American International Auto Show. The fuel economy ratings are still TBD. Piston-cooling oil jets and integrated oil cooler. Variable-flow oil pump. The 2012 Sonic.

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Chevrolet 2012 Detroit Auto 210

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, the adoption of the Atkinson Cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

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FEBRUARY 15, 2010

The new Duramax turbodiesel delivers up to 11% greater highway fuel economy than the outgoing vehicle. The internal elements that help enhance strength and durability include: The main bearing profiles are changed to enhance oil film thickness. Oil pump flow is increased for more pressure at low speeds.

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Silverado Emissions Fuel Power 186

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APRIL 10, 2009

Hyundai introduced its Nuvis concept crossover vehicle at the New York International Auto Show. 6-speed automatic transmission with an improved-efficiency electric oil pump. Fuel economy is further optimized through the latest electric motor-assisted steering system which reduces power drain and low resistance tires.

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Hyundai Hybrid Concept Power 199

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MARCH 10, 2010

EcoMotors International, a Khosla-funded startup working to commercialize an opoc (opposed-piston, opposed-cylinder) engine family ( earlier post ), showcased its EM100 (100mm cylinder bore) base module implementation at the ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit in Washington DC last week. The EM100 base module showcased at the ARPA-E summit.

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Engine Emissions Fuel Fuel Economy 270

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The all-new electronic limited slip differential, Ultra Posi is designed for front and rear-wheel drive vehicles, performs comparably to four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive systems and provides up to a 10% savings in fuel economy, Eaton says. The system comprises a deactivation rocker arm and oil control valve. —Dave Genise.

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Eaton Emissions Fuel Range 218

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JANUARY 11, 2010

The next-generation Ford Focus 5-door hatchback, revealed at the 2010 North American International Auto Show. Ford unveiled its strategically important next-generation Ford Focus in both four-door sedan and five-door hatchback styles at the 2010 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Click to enlarge.

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Ford Engine Global Market 199

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

The new Auris’ powertrain line-up, which now features a choice of an improved full hybrid or two gasoline and two diesel engines offering the performance- and economy-enhancing benefits of Toyota Optimal Drive. 1 compression ratios, Valvematic, the refinement of intake port and combustion chamber design and piston cooling by oil jet.

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Gasoline Toyota Diesel Emissions 252

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

Citroën is introducing the first members of its new PureTech family of three-cylinder gasoline engines on the C3, DS3 and C-Elysée (for international markets) ranges. The exhaust manifold is integrated directly in the cylinder head, which reduces the number of parts and overall weight. Reduced internal friction. l/100km (52.3

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

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JUNE 28, 2010

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has successfully demonstrated that its HEDGE (High-Efficiency, Dilute Gasoline Engine) technology, using cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and advanced ignition systems, suppresses low-speed pre-ignition in turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engines. Earlier post.).

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Engine Fuel Economy Gasoline Emissions 186

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JUNE 7, 2013

The Corolla Eco-badged models will achieve an estimated highway fuel economy rating of more than 40 mpg (5.88 Valvematic offers a broader range of continuously variable valve timing (lift and phasing) to provide optimal intake valve (not on exhaust side) operation relative to engine demands. The 2014 Corolla offers two 1.8-liter,

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North America 2014 Toyota MPG 313

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JANUARY 12, 2012

The study appears in the journal Tribology International. Of the energy output of fuel in a car engine, 33% is spent in exhaust, 29% in cooling and 38% in mechanical energy, of which friction losses account for 33% and air resistance for 5%. This equals 360 million tonne oil equivalent per year (Mtoe/a) or 7.3 million TJ/a.

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Fuel Exhaust MPH Finland 186

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APRIL 4, 2012

Nissan staged the world debut of the 5 th -generation Altima Sedan at the New York International Auto Show. liter engine option has a targeted fuel economy of 27 mpg city / 38 mpg highway / 31 mpg combined (8.7, Fuel economy for the V6-equipped model is expected to be 22 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, 25 mpg combined (10.7,

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MPG 2013 Nissan Fuel Economy 230

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JANUARY 16, 2018

Toyota unveiled the new fifth-generation Avalon at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The VVT-iW system is employed on the intake cycle, with VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing - Intelligent) activated on exhaust. Close ratios at the mid-range gears improve passing power. inches; bore remains at 3.44

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2019 Toyota Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 207

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

A die cast, structural aluminum oil pan adds further stiffness and provides further noise reduction. Continuously variable valve timing is featured in all engines on both inlet and exhaust sides, except the 1.6-liter The coolant thermostat and the oil pump are electronically controlled to improve engine heat up. liter turbo.

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Exhaust MPG Gasoline-Electric Engine 199