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2022 Rogue to feature Nissan’s all-new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo variable compression engine

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Nissan introduced a new Rogue SUV for the 2021 model year; for 2022, Nissan is making its best-selling model more powerful, more fuel-efficient and more fun to drive with an all-new, 1.5-liter liter variable compression (VC) Turbo engine across the Rogue lineup. 2022 Nissan Rogue. Earlier post.) New generation Xtronic transmission.

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Engine Fuel Economy Nissan Oil

PNNL team develops onboard fuel separation technology to enable octane-on-demand for improved fuel economy

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MAY 22, 2020

Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have developed an onboard separation system that could support increased fuel economy and lower greenhouse gas emissions as part of an octane-on-demand fuel-delivery system. Unfortunately, these engines exacerbate engine knock.

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GM CEO outlines highlights of fuel economy plan through MY2016: lightweighting; more efficient gasoline and clean diesel engines, electrification

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MARCH 7, 2013

Within his talk about the need for a US energy policy at the IHS CERAWeek 2013 energy conference in Houston, GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson outlined some highlights of the company’s fuel economy plan through the 2016 model year. A good rule of thumb is that a 10% reduction in curb weight will reduce fuel consumption by about 6.5%.

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Ford F-150 fuel economy improves with all-new EcoBoost engine and 10-speed transmission

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OCTOBER 6, 2016

liter EcoBoost engine paired exclusively with the first volume-production 10-speed automatic transmission available from any automaker, 2017 Ford F-150 sees improvement in all three EPA fuel economy label estimates—city, highway and combined ratings—by 1 mpg over 2016 F-150; the 4x4 model improves by 2 mpg combined.

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F-150 Fuel Economy Economy Ford

Toyota implements Atkinson cycle in non-hybrid ESTEC engine; up to 38% thermal efficiency and improved fuel economy

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JUNE 20, 2014

Performance of the new ESTEC engine (1NR-FKE) compared to the current 1NR-FE engine applied in the Yaris. Engineers at Toyota have developed an approach to applying the Atkinson cycle—used in the engines in Toyota hybrids since 1997—for engines in conventional, non-hybrid vehicles. Yamada et al.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Toyota

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. The majority of the emissions and fuel savings from current vehicles, EPA noted, is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies. mpg, or 22%.

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EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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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.

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NREL study finds high-pressure hydrogen pipeline system could potentially make hydrogen cost-competitive with gasoline

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JANUARY 10, 2020

A new study by a team at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) concludes that a high-pressure, scalable, intra-city hydrogen pipeline system could improve the economics and logistics of hydrogen delivery, making it potentially cost-competitive with gasoline. kg—approximately equivalent to a gasoline cost of $2.7/gal

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2021 Jeep Gladiator available with 3rd generation 3.0L EcoDiesel

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JULY 11, 2020

liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine. The expected fuel economy ratings will deliver the highest driving range on one tank of fuel yet for Gladiator. liter EcoDiesel V-6 engine, rated at 260 horsepower and 442 lb.-ft. All-new EcoDiesel engine. 1 to improve fuel economy and reduce engine noise.

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Tata Motors launches REVOTRON family of next-generation gasoline engines

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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. The first engine in the new series, which will include 3- and 4-cylinder models, is the 1.2-liter liter Turbocharged Intercooled Multi-point Fuel Injected (MPFi) Petrol Engine, REVOTRON 1.2T.

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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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APRIL 23, 2018

Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 liter four-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine is more fuel efficient, runs cleaner, and is more powerful than previous iterations, and excels at dissipating thermal inefficiencies. The new TNGA 2.5-liter

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Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

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MARCH 26, 2015

The Cummins team not only surpassed all fuel-economy targets, but also achieved criteria emissions lower than the stringent Tier 2/Bin 2 levels. The challenge was making those significant advancements while ensuring that the engine we produced would be commercially viable. kg) lighter than the original all-aluminum gasoline V8.

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Ford launching major new product push in Europe; fuel economy and 1.0L EcoBoost engine; first Ford full hybrid car for Europe

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

At a “Go Further with Ford” event in Amsterdam, Ford Motor Company detailed plans for an aggressive product acceleration in Europe, targeting opportunities for growth in the large car, SUV and commercial vehicle segments while emphasizing fuel economy and enabling technologies such as the EcoBoost engines.

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Hyundai Motor Group, Aramco and KAUST collaborate on new e-fuel for novel combustion system

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MARCH 30, 2022

Hyundai Motor Group will collaborate with the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco) and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) jointly to research and develop an advanced fuel for an ultra lean-burn, spark-ignition engine that aims to lower the overall carbon dioxide emissions of a vehicle.

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New Piston Ring for Gasoline Direct-Injection Engines Reduces Friction By Up to 15% and Oil Consumption By Up to 50%

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AUGUST 19, 2010

The LKZ oil control ring, unlike conventional or standard oil rings, combines a stepped surface and taper on its contacting edge, or “land,” and reduces oil consumption by up to 50% and friction by up to 15%. The additional benefits of this improved engine performance are fuel economy, CO 2 reduction and longer oil life.

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Oil Engine Gasoline Fuel Economy

Details on Nissan’s I3 1.2L supercharged direct-injection gasoline engine

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MAY 30, 2012

In 2011, Nissan launched a version of the Micra city car equipped with a new supercharged gasoline direct-injection engine (HR12DDR). Nissan recently published an SAE paper outlining the development of the new engine, which was developed as a new concept for achieving low levels of CO 2 emissions. Nissan engine specifications.

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ExxonMobil: diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one global transportation fuel by 2020

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MARCH 9, 2013

Transportation fuel mix in millions of oil-equivalent barrels through 2020. 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. Source: ExxonMobil Outlook.

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Mazda introducing 1.3L direct injection gasoline engine as first SKYACTIV-G unit

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MAY 18, 2011

liter gasoline engine. Mazda will unveil the engine at the Automotive Engineering Exposition that will be held from 18 – 20 May at the Pacifico Yokohama convention center near Tokyo, Japan. features a high compression ratio (for a regular gasoline mass production automobile engine) of 14.0:1

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Mazda Gasoline Engine Japan

Nissan to use mirror bore process on new 2.5L engine for Altima; highest volume application of technique

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APRIL 26, 2019

liter engine. (At engine for the Altima, including the mirror bore coating.). The team in Decherd assembles an engine every 19 seconds and is capable of building about 1.4 million engines a year. The team in Decherd assembles an engine every 19 seconds and is capable of building about 1.4 million engines a year.

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Nissan Engine 2019 Fuel Economy

Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

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MAY 6, 2014

Neither is the result of immediate wide-spread customer demand, noted Bob Lee, VP and Head of Engine, Powertrain and Electrified Propulsion Systems Engineering for Chrysler Group LLC, later in the day: Electrification has been over-blown by the media. FCA is working on consolidating and improving its large and specialty engines lineup.

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Nissan Unveils New 3-Cylinder 1.2L Supercharged Gasoline Direct Injection Engine; Targeting Lowest Fuel Consumption for Gasoline Engine

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JULY 17, 2010

liter direct-injection supercharged engine. liter engine, the HR12DDR, which aims to achieve the lowest level of fuel consumption in the world for gasoline-powered cars while delivering power output equivalent to that of a 1.5L engine and CO 2 emissions of 95 grams per kilometer (New European Drive Cycle).

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Gasoline Engine Nissan Fuel

Renault introducing three Energy engines in the Mégane Collection 2012; fuel economy up to 67 mpg US

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MARCH 2, 2012

Renault is introducing three new Energy engines ( earlier post ) in its Mégane Collection 2012: the new turbocharged, gasoline direct-injection Energy TCE 115 di; the Energy dCi 130; and the Energy dCi 110, with NEDC fuel consumption of 3.5 Average fuel consumption (NEDC combined cycle) is down 25% compared with the 1.6

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Fuel Economy MPG 2012 Engine

Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

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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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IEA: record oil output from US, Brazil, Canada and Norway to keep global markets well supplied

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MARCH 6, 2018

Oil production growth from the United States, Brazil, Canada and Norway can keep the world well supplied, more than meeting global oil demand growth through 2020, but more investment will be needed to boost output after that, according to the International Energy Agency’s latest annual report on oil markets. mb/d in 2017.

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Tenneco’s PRIME 3D simulation cuts engine cylinder component development time by up to 70%

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JUNE 21, 2019

At the 2019 IAA Frankfurt in September, Tenneco’sPowertrain division will present its award-winning PRiME 3D simulation software which has been shown to cut development time for engine cylinder components by up to 70%. PRiME 3D enables the optimization of piston and piston ring performance with an accuracy level close to 95%.

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Toyota introduces facelifted Auris; revamped powertrains including new Otto/Atkinson 1.2L gasoline engine

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MARCH 4, 2015

With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. liter D-4D engine has been substantially upgraded, offering best-in-class CO 2 emissions in the 90 hp category. Click to enlarge.

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Gasoline Engine Toyota Gasoline-Electric

Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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JUNE 15, 2021

The study considers five different powertrains (internal combustion engine, hybrid-electric, plug-in hybrid-electric, fuel-cell-electric, and battery-electric) and 12 cost components (purchase cost, depreciation, financing, fuel, insurance, maintenance, repair, taxes, registration fees, tolls and parking, payload capacity and labor).

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Audi using supplementary port fuel injection to address particulates from gasoline direct injection

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JANUARY 14, 2014

liter EA888 Gen3 engine featured in Audi’s all-road shooting brake plug-in hybrid concept unveiled at the North American International Auto Show this week ( earlier post ) features—as does its production ilk—a dual injection system that combines direct injection with indirect injection into the intake manifold. Credit: Audi.

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Gasoline Audi Fuel Engine

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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MARCH 15, 2013

Adjusted CO 2 emissions and adjusted fuel economy, MY 1975-2011. The report finds that CO 2 emissions rates and fuel economy values reflect a very favorable multi-year trend beginning in MY 2005. The fleet-wide average real world MY 2011 personal vehicle CO 2 emissions value is 398 g/mi and average fuel economy is 22.4

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy

Study finds engines emit exhaust nanoparticles even when not fueled during engine braking

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JANUARY 19, 2014

Exhaust particle size distributions measured by ELPI (color map) and particle concentration measured by CPC (white line) during individual engine braking conditions (speed change from 32 km/h to 0 km/h). The starting point of engine braking is marked by a vertical green line, and the end point is marked by a vertical red line.

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Mazda unveils CX-30 compact crossover SUV with mild hybrid technology

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MARCH 6, 2019

The powertrain lineup consists of Mazda’s latest Skyactiv-X, Skyactiv-G and Skyactiv-D engines. gasoline) and Skyactiv-X (spark-controlled compression-ignition gasoline, earlier post ) will come mated with M Hybrid, Mazda’s compact and efficient mild hybrid system, for enhanced acceleration performance and real-world fuel economy.

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Mazda SUV Hybrid Fuel Economy

Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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JANUARY 13, 2015

Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter

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Fuel Economy Economy Hyundai Hybrid

NSF and DOE form Partnership on Advanced Combustion Engines; goal 25-40% better LDV fuel economy and 55% BTE in heavy-duty engines; $12M in awards for FY 2012-2014

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MAY 12, 2012

The Directorate for Engineering at the National Science Foundation (NSF) has established a partnership with the Vehicle Technologies Program (VTP) of the US Department of Energy (DOE) to address critical fundamental and applied research challenges associated with advanced combustion engine technologies. The potential is significant.

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Fuel Economy Engine Economy 2014

Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

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OCTOBER 30, 2016

billion) in its strategic engine initiative. The optimization of advanced high-tech engines plays a key role in our road map towards sustainable mobility. The new engines] also need to be designed with a view to all current and future requirements. The result is a dynamic engine response with no turbo lag. —Prof.

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Gasoline Mercedes Engine Diesel

Opel launching new all-aluminum 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo for Adam; fuel economy and refinement

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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. The engine produces low-end torque of 166 N·m (122 lb-ft) all the way from 1,800 to 4,700 rpm. The 12-valve 1.0

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OP engine developer Achates Power closes $29.8M Series D; OGCI Climate Investments comes onboard

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OCTOBER 27, 2017

Achates Power, the developer of next-generation two-stroke compression-ignition opposed-piston (OP) engines ( earlier post ) announced that OGCI Climate Investments has invested in the company’s Series-D round. It has proven industry-best fuel economy gains of up to 30 percent and significant emissions reductions.

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Climate Engine Power Powered

Hyundai Unveils Its First Production Gasoline Direct Injection Engine

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NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Theta II GDI, its first Gasoline Direct Injection engine before an audience of engineers attending the Ninth Annual Hyundai-Kia International Powertrain Conference in Korea. Theta II GDI engine will make its debut in the first half of 2010 starting with the recently launched Sonata. Theta II GDI. Click to enlarge.

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Hyundai Gasoline Engine Production

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

The rising fuel economy of LDVs more than offsets the modest growth in VMT, resulting in a 25% decline in LDV energy consumption decline between 2012 and 2040 in the AEO2014 Reference case. Domestic crude oil production increases sharply in the AEO2014 Reference case, with annual growth averaging 0.8 per year, from 21.5

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Oil Light Energy Vehicles

FEV’s two-stage VCR system; 5-7% increase in fuel economy using variable length conrods

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APRIL 22, 2013

Use of a variable compression ratio (VCR) could be one technology approach to reducing fuel consumption in highly boosted (e.g., downsized, turbocharged) gasoline engine, as operating an engine with higher compression ratios at low load can increase fuel economy compared to operating an engine with fixed compression ratio.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Downsizing

New Nissan Qashqai in Europe to offer 12V MHEV and upgraded e-POWER powertrains

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JANUARY 19, 2021

DiG-T gasoline engine equipped with mild hybrid technology, but also e-POWER, Nissan’s non-plug-in series-hybrid electric powertrain in its European debut. liter engine delivers more power and torque than key competitors. This allows engine stop to be extended and fuel consumption lowered as a result.

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2015 Mitsubishi Mirage w/ 3-cylinder engine the most fuel efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in US; up to 40 mpg combined

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JUNE 12, 2014

The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is currently the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in the US, with combined EPA rating of 40 mpg (5.88 The engine weighs less than 170 lbs (77 kg). An output-optimized engine oil pump circulates lower viscosity engine oil (0W-20 grade). 2015 Mirage ES.

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Mitsubishi MPG 2015 Gasoline

Toyota revamps 1.0L 3-cylinder engine for new AYGO; up to 60 mpg in ECO version

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MARCH 5, 2014

liter VVT-i gasoline engine. Still one of the lightest engines in its class, the unit incorporates numerous revisions that enhance performance and help deliver class-leading fuel efficiency and CO 2 emissions. Gasoline engines are chosen by 85% of A-segment customers in Europe. “ mpg US increasing to 57.4

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

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JANUARY 16, 2012

The new Peugeot 208 B-segment supermini, which launches this spring in Europe, will be available in 3- and 5-door bodystyles with a range of gasoline and diesel engines including a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine range and the latest generation of Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines. 208 gasoline range.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine France

New powertrain line-up for Hyundai 2022 Tucson

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APRIL 14, 2021

Hyundai’s 2022 Tucson, with its all-new design, will begin arriving in the US market this spring (gasoline and hybrid models), with plug-in models available in summer 2021. liter, direct-injected and multi-port-injected gasoline engine as well as 1.6-liter, liter engine provides quick and crisp shifts. cubic feet, to 38.7

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Tucson Hyundai Plug-in Gasoline-Electric

2022 Rogue to feature Nissan’s all-new 1.5-liter VC-Turbo variable compression engine

PNNL team develops onboard fuel separation technology to enable octane-on-demand for improved fuel economy

GM CEO outlines highlights of fuel economy plan through MY2016: lightweighting; more efficient gasoline and clean diesel engines, electrification

Ford F-150 fuel economy improves with all-new EcoBoost engine and 10-speed transmission

Toyota implements Atkinson cycle in non-hybrid ESTEC engine; up to 38% thermal efficiency and improved fuel economy

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

NREL study finds high-pressure hydrogen pipeline system could potentially make hydrogen cost-competitive with gasoline

2021 Jeep Gladiator available with 3rd generation 3.0L EcoDiesel

Tata Motors launches REVOTRON family of next-generation gasoline engines

New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Ford launching major new product push in Europe; fuel economy and 1.0L EcoBoost engine; first Ford full hybrid car for Europe

Hyundai Motor Group, Aramco and KAUST collaborate on new e-fuel for novel combustion system

New Piston Ring for Gasoline Direct-Injection Engines Reduces Friction By Up to 15% and Oil Consumption By Up to 50%

Details on Nissan’s I3 1.2L supercharged direct-injection gasoline engine

ExxonMobil: diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one global transportation fuel by 2020

Mazda introducing 1.3L direct injection gasoline engine as first SKYACTIV-G unit

Nissan to use mirror bore process on new 2.5L engine for Altima; highest volume application of technique

Chrysler to introduce PHEV models in 2016 and 2017 to meet ZEV requirements; new FCA gasoline engine family coming in 2015

Nissan Unveils New 3-Cylinder 1.2L Supercharged Gasoline Direct Injection Engine; Targeting Lowest Fuel Consumption for Gasoline Engine

Renault introducing three Energy engines in the Mégane Collection 2012; fuel economy up to 67 mpg US

Mazdas new SKYACTIV gasoline and diesel engines are steps on the road to its Ideal Engine; focus on compression ratio

IEA: record oil output from US, Brazil, Canada and Norway to keep global markets well supplied

Tenneco’s PRIME 3D simulation cuts engine cylinder component development time by up to 70%

Toyota introduces facelifted Auris; revamped powertrains including new Otto/Atkinson 1.2L gasoline engine

Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

Audi using supplementary port fuel injection to address particulates from gasoline direct injection

EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

Study finds engines emit exhaust nanoparticles even when not fueled during engine braking

Mazda unveils CX-30 compact crossover SUV with mild hybrid technology

Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

NSF and DOE form Partnership on Advanced Combustion Engines; goal 25-40% better LDV fuel economy and 55% BTE in heavy-duty engines; $12M in awards for FY 2012-2014

Mercedes-Benz powering ahead with €3B strategic engine initiative; increasing electrification, 48V; diesel and gasoline; cylinder deactivation

Opel launching new all-aluminum 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo for Adam; fuel economy and refinement

OP engine developer Achates Power closes $29.8M Series D; OGCI Climate Investments comes onboard

Hyundai Unveils Its First Production Gasoline Direct Injection Engine

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

FEV’s two-stage VCR system; 5-7% increase in fuel economy using variable length conrods

New Nissan Qashqai in Europe to offer 12V MHEV and upgraded e-POWER powertrains

2015 Mitsubishi Mirage w/ 3-cylinder engine the most fuel efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in US; up to 40 mpg combined

Toyota revamps 1.0L 3-cylinder engine for new AYGO; up to 60 mpg in ECO version

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

New powertrain line-up for Hyundai 2022 Tucson

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