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JULY 3, 2019

Hyundai Motor Group has developed the first Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology to feature in future Hyundai and Kia vehicles. T-GDi Engine, a four-cylinder gasoline turbo unit with 180 horsepower and 27.0 The innovation was revealed at Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang on Wednesday alongside the Smartstream G1.6

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JANUARY 20, 2014

Tata Motors launched its REVOTRON Series of next-generation gasoline engines for the passenger vehicle market in India. Tata Motors developed the REVOTRON Series with inputs from global players in the areas of combustion, boosting, friction and calibration.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

Mazda Motor Corporation announced “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030,” a new long-term vision for technology development that looks ahead to the year 2030. As part of the new technology to achieve this vision, the company disclosed plans to introduce a next-generation gasoline engine called SKYACTIV-X in 2019. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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APRIL 5, 2017

Consumption of motor gasoline in the US hit an all-time high in 2016, reaching 9.327 million barrels per day, up 1.6% Early in 2016, EIA had projected that US gasoline consumption would remain below the 2007 peak despite an increase in travel, attributing that expected outcome largely to improvements in light-duty vehicle fuel economy.

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JULY 6, 2013

The Nikkei reports that the hybrid version of Honda’s next-generation Fit, powered by a newly developed engine and electric motor, is capable of delivering fuel economy of about 36 km/l of gasoline (84.7 This would edge past Toyota Motor’s Aqua subcompact, the Nikkei noted. The Aqua posts JC08 fuel economy of 35.4

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Mated with a responsive new transmission, the 2022 Rogue delivers improved power, best-in-class gasoline-engine fuel economy, most standard torque of any gasoline engine in its class and a more thrilling driving experience. which supplies engines and electric motors for all of the company’s US assembled models.

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OCTOBER 10, 2017

Among the exhibits on its stand at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda Motor Corporation will unveil a new concept model powered by the recently announced SKYACTIV-X gasoline spark-controlled compression ignition (SPCCI) engine. Earlier post.).

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AUGUST 1, 2012

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will launch the all-new Mirage global compact car at dealerships throughout Japan on 31 August at an MSRP ranging from ¥998,000 to ¥1,288,000 (US$12,800 to $16,500). With AS&G (Auto Stop & Go, i.e., a stop-start system) and other technologies applied, the M and G trim levels achieve fuel economy of 27.2

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MARCH 8, 2019

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) unveiled a twin-motor, four-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid (PHEV) crossover concept—the Mitsubishi Engelberg Tourer—at the Geneva International Motor Show. gasoline unit designed for the PHEV system. Global sales of the Outlander PHEV increased 64.3% The engine is a 2.4L

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FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Jaguar Land Rover is expanding its Ingenium engine family with a new six-cylinder gasoline engine designed and engineered in-house, and manufactured at its £1-billion Engine Manufacturing Centre (EMC) in Wolverhampton, UK. The new Ingenium engine will be manufactured alongside the current four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines.

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JUNE 15, 2021

e-POWER uses a highly efficient gasoline engine to generate electricity for the electric motor that propels the vehicle. The second-generation e-POWER system features an all-new electric motor and inverter. Electric motor torque was increased by 10% and output by 6%. The new inverter is 40% smaller and 30% lighter.

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DECEMBER 17, 2014

The average US household will spend about $550 less on gasoline in 2015 compared with 2014, as annual motor fuel expenditures are on track to fall to their lowest level in 11 years, according to projections by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Gasoline prices are forecast to go even lower in 2015.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2016

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects that motor gasoline consumption in the US will remain below the 2007 peak despite an increase in travel. EIA attributes the outcome largely to improvements in light-duty vehicle fuel economy. STEO forecasts motor gasoline consumption to average 9.23

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

The project aims to deliver full hybrid equivalent fuel economy and performance with less than 70 g/km CO 2 emissions as measured over the European Drive Cycle, but at a significantly lower cost. version of its vehicle (a 2009 Ford Focus) but with fuel economy and CO 2 emissions approaching those of a Prius.

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MARCH 9, 2022

Mazda Motor Europe unveiled its new crossover SUV, the CX-60. liter in-line four-cylinder Skyactiv-G gasoline engine with a 100 kW electric motor and a 355V, 17.8 liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system. kWh battery pack. liter e-Skyactiv D diesel unit and a 3.0

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DECEMBER 15, 2014

The 28% drop in the US average retail price of gasoline since 23 June may not have much effect on automobile travel, and in turn, gasoline consumption, according to an analysis by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Gasoline is a relatively inelastic product—i.e., per gallon on June 23, to $2.68 Source: EIA.

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MARCH 9, 2013

Diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one transportation fuel worldwide by 2020 and continue to increase its share through 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s recently published Outlook For Energy: A View To 2040. Sources for fuel economy gains in light-duty vehicles. Click to enlarge. Source: ExxonMobil Outlook. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 6, 2016

Since 2013, the share of premium gasoline in total motor gasoline sales in the US has steadily increased to 11.3% The octane rating of gasoline is an indicator of its resistance to spontaneous combustion. Use of higher-octane gasoline can offset the increased risk of engine knock caused by increasing engine compression.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

Tenneco introduced its oval-shaped gasoline particulate filter design at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. The filters are designed for gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines to reduce particulate emissions in compliance with the Euro 6c emissions regulations, which take effect on 1 September 2017.

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OCTOBER 24, 2017

Hyundai Motor Group outlined its future powertrain development strategy at its International Powertrain Conference in Korea. At the conference, Hyundai Motor Group is displaying the first four engines and two transmissions from its forthcoming line-up of new Smart Stream powertrains. Beginning with the introduction of 1.6-liter

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NOVEMBER 19, 2013

L 3-cylinder direct injection gasoline turbo engine. Honda Motor Co., announced that it has newly developed the VTEC Turbo, a direct injection gasoline turbo engine family most suitable for small-to-medium-sized vehicles. 4-cylinder direct injection gasoline turbo engine. Click to enlarge. engines: 2.0L Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 5, 2023

Which are the alternative fuels for cars that could replace gasoline in vehicle? The fossil fuels are highly significant in the global economy. Methanol can be used in internal combustion engines either directly or as a blend with gasoline. FFVs are designed to run on blends of methanol and gasoline in different ratios.

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MAY 16, 2019

In a paper presented at the 2019 Vienna Motor Symposium this week, Delphi Technologies will unveil a new 500+ bar GDi system that can reduce particulate emissions by up to 50% compared to state-of-the-art 350 bar system without expensive engine design modifications. —Walter Piock, chief engineer, Gasoline Systems, Delphi Technologies.

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

decline in energy intensity of the economy (Btu/GDP). Combining these two factors, the overall carbon intensity of the economy (CO 2 /GDP) declined by 3.1%. Transportation increase led by gasoline consumption. Motor gasoline accounted for 56.0% along with a 1.4% from the 2015 level. between 2015 and 2016.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) short-term forecasts of US gasoline consumption, which cover the current and upcoming calendar year, have risen 1.6% The latest Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO) expects 2014 gasoline consumption to be 8.82 over the past year. million barrels per day (135.2 billion gallons).

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

NREL’s Fleet Test and Evaluation Team recently completed a year-long technology evaluation of gasoline hybrid electric (gHEV) FedEx Express delivery trucks compared with conventional diesel vehicles. On a drive cycle representing routes with frequent stops and accelerations, the gHEV trucks exhibited a 20% improvement in fuel economy.

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APRIL 7, 2021

That price increase paired with an increase in gasoline and diesel demand will likely increase the cost of regular gasoline and diesel fuel this summer. EIA expects the retail price of regular-grade gasoline in the United States will average $2.78 EIA forecasts retail gasoline prices to gradually fall to an average of $2.62/gal

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OCTOBER 1, 2017

This drop was offset by an increase in the sale of gasoline engined vehicles. Automakers are cautioning that this shift to gasoline engines—with their higher CO 2 values—will pose additional challenges to meeting future CO 2 reduction targets. Gasoline vehicles now account for 48.5%

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MARCH 27, 2013

Fuel economy is estimated at 26 mpg (9.0 Estimated city fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 liter gasoline engine and an electric motor paired with a compact Li-ion battery. The 15 kW electric motor and gas engine work in tandem to provide performance similar to the conventional Pathfinder. liter V6 models.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will present the global debut of the new Outlander SUV plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at the 2012 Paris Motor Show later this month. liter 4-cylinder MIVEC gasoline engine, has a targeted fuel economy in excess of 61 km/liter (143.5 Twin Motor 4WD System. mpg US, 1.6

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fuel economy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013. Fuel economy.

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JANUARY 29, 2014

mm inverted tooth silent engine timing chains are launching on engines from Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Hyundai, General Motors Korea and one Chinese automaker. improvement in fuel economy based on customer testing. liter gasoline engines for vehicles in Japan, China and Korea. BorgWarner’s next-generation 6.35

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2016

liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine-equipped standard Rogue models, the Rogue Hybrid offers freshened exterior and interior styling, additional safety, security and driving aid technology and a wide range of standard and available comfort, convenience and utility features. Like the MY2017 2.5-liter Like the MY2017 2.5-liter Earlier post.)

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MARCH 28, 2012

Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. Motor output. Motor torque. Motor torque. In 2009, Mercedes-Benz introduced the S 400 HYBRID. Earlier post.). Battery output/capacity.

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MAY 9, 2013

Startup Elio Motors unveiled its prototype 3-wheeler at a press event in Michigan. The car is powered by an inline, 3-cylinder, 1-liter, 70 hp (52 kW) gasoline fuel-injected, SOHC engine and has projected fuel economy of 84 mpg (2.8 l/100km) on the highway and 49 mpg (4.8 l/100 km) in the city.

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MARCH 22, 2016

Honda Motor Co., delivered the first Clarity Fuel Cell, Honda’s new fuel cell vehicle (FCV) ( earlier post ), to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). The hydrogen tank can be refilled in approximately three minutes, realizing ease of use equivalent to that of a gasoline-powered vehicle.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

liter version of the new SKY-G gasoline direct injection engine and achieves fuel economy of 75 mpg US on the Japanese 10-15 cycle. Mazda will exhibit the Mazda SKY-G direct injection gasoline engine, the Mazda SKY-D advanced diesel engine and the Mazda SKY Drive high-efficiency automatic transmission. Click to enlarge.

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