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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). In Japan, the new Mirage will be offered in three trim levels with all models coming with a powertrain mating a new 1.0-liter

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AUGUST 6, 2013

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched hybrid versions of the Corolla Axio sedan and Corolla Fielder station wagon in Japan. Monthly sales target for Japan are 1,000 units of the Corolla Axio hybrid and 1,500 units of the Corolla Fielder hybrid. Rear seat knee space is 640 mm, achieving comfort on par with gasoline-engine vehicles.

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MAY 27, 2014

Now, in Japan, Nissan Motor Co., has launched the New Skyline 200GT-t (the next-generation turbo model) featuring a high-power, fuel-efficient lightweight turbocharged gasoline engine with maximum power output of 155 kW?(208 The new turbocharged engine delivers power and acceleration performance equivalent to non-turbocharged 2.5L

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

In Japan, Mazda Motor Corporation hosted the world premiere of the all-new Mazda3. The powertrain lineup comprises the latest Skyactiv-X (Mazda’s Spark Controlled Compression Ignition (SPCCI) engine, earlier post ), Skyactiv-G and Skyactiv-D engines, each of which provides responsive speed control in any driving situation.

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JUNE 16, 2011

Honda’s all-new Fit Shuttle and Fit Shuttle Hybrid are now on sale in Japan. liter i-VTEC engine and offers fuel economy of 18.6 liter i-VTEC engine plus IMA (Integrated Motor Assist), and offers fuel economy of 25.0 Click to enlarge. The Fit Shuttle features a 1.5-liter km/liter (59 mpg US, 4.0L/100km)

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APRIL 20, 2012

Five Mazda engineers are receiving the 2011 Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers Medal for developing Mazda’s 1.3-liter liter gasoline engine with “Skyactiv” technology that allows an exceptionally high 14.0:1 1 compression ratio and fuel efficiency of 30 km/L (70.6 L/100 km) under Japan’s 10-15 test cycle.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

will launch the all-new Fit and Fit Hybrid in Japan on 6 September. Based on driving conditions, the hybrid system can automatically link and unlink the motor and gasoline engine, switching among three different drive modes. L gasoline-engine Fit leverages Honda’s proprietary direct injection technology to produce high output.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

began sales of the VEZEL in Japan today. Honda says that the VEZEL fuses the dynamic qualities of an SUV, the elegance of a coupe, the functionality of a minivan and excellent fuel economy. direct-injection DOHC i-VTEC engine coupled to a CVT, as is available in front-wheel and four-wheel drive versions. liter engine.

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AUGUST 9, 2012

BorgWarner’s Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) variable cam timing (VCT) technology ( earlier post ) with new mid-position lock system ( earlier post ) helps improve fuel economy for the 2012 Subaru Impreza. According to Subaru, the 2012 Impreza offers 30% better fuel economy compared with the previous model year.

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MAY 17, 2018

Mazda Motor Corporation has begun accepting pre-orders for the updated Mazda CX-3 at dealerships throughout Japan. For both engine options, efforts focused on realizing high levels of both driving pleasure and environmental performance. liter SKYACTIV-D diesel engine replaces the previous 1.5-liter The SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter

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MAY 19, 2012

It’s a regular compact car with a 3-pot 1 liter engine, not the 660 CC motors found in kei cars. It equals the best of them on fuel economy. It’s 1 liter engine is likely to be more powerful. (No They plan on selling 30,000 a year in Japan. Mitsubishi Motors’ new global car, the Mirage, will achieve 27.2

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JANUARY 20, 2014

In Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation launched the completely redesigned Voxy minivan through Netz dealers, and the completely redesigned Noah minivan through Toyota Corolla dealers; hybrid models are scheduled for release on 14 February. Monthly sales targets for Japan are 4,600 units for Voxy and 3,400 units for Noah. Engine model.

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APRIL 7, 2015

launched the new Nissan X-Trail Hybrid, which goes on sale on 13 May 2015 at Nissan dealers throughout Japan. liter MR20DD engine and Nissan’s one-motor-two-clutch hybrid system ( earlier post ), the new X-Trail Hybrid delivers performance eclipsing those of typical 2.5-liter liter gasoline engines, Nissan said. Nissan Motor Co.,

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Japan Nissan Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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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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JUNE 21, 2015

(FHI), the manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, will launch an Impreza Sport Hybrid on 10 July through Subaru dealerships in Japan. Fuel economy is 20.4 liter horizontally-opposed 4-cylinder DOHC engine and electric motor. The motor assist function facilitates both smooth acceleration and low fuel consumption.

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Japan MPG Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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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. MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 l/100 km) fuel economy, which, if achieved, will again represent all-time records. mpg, or 22%.

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JULY 23, 2014

Enerpulse Technologies said that it has further identified the underlying mechanism by which its its pulsed energy ignition technology improves fuel economy, reduces emission and delivers higher torque in spark ignited (SI) internal combustion (IC) engines. —Wes Helgeson, senior research engineer. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

is launching the new Nissan Fuga Hybrid luxury sedan in Japan; the vehicle goes on sale 2 November at Nissan dealers nationwide in Japan. The new Nissan Fuga Hybrid achieves fuel economy of 19.0 liter VQ35HR V6 engine directly to the transmission, without the use of a traditional torque converter. Nissan Motor Co.,

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JUNE 27, 2011

Federal-Mogul Corporation has developed an electrical brushless diesel fuel pump for on- and off-highway engines with significantly improved durability. Federal-Mogul says that its electrical brushless fuel pump addresses the shortcomings of a conventional fuel pump. Aviation JP fuel: > 2,000 hours.

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JUNE 26, 2013

(FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, introduced the Subaru XV Hybrid—Subaru’s first hybrid—which goes on sale today at Subaru dealers throughout Japan. Fuel economy in the JC08 cycle is 20.0 All four wheels are also driven in engine driving and hybrid driving. km/liter (47 mpg US, 5.0 Subaru XV Hybrid.

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JUNE 21, 2013

has introduced the new Accord Hybrid in Japan. Featuring the new Sport Hybrid i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) powertrain, the Accord Hybrid offers fuel economy of 30.0 The company also introduced the Accord Plug-in Hybrid, with fuel economy (gasoline plus electricity) of 70.4 Honda Motor Co., mpg US, 3.33

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AUGUST 1, 2012

launched the new Serena S-HYBRID in Japan. The Nissan Serena minivan has taken the Nº1 position in minivan sales in Japan for calendar year 2011, fiscal year 2011 and for the first half of calendar year 2012. The hybrid system also adds a sub battery for increased storage capacity, which fits in the current engine compartment.

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OCTOBER 27, 2011

liter engine. Honda will begin sales of both hybrid models at dealerships across Japan on 11 November. Honda also will begin sales of the all-new Freed Hybrid minivan and Freed Spike Hybrid tall wagon at dealerships across Japan on 28 October. The Insight Exclusive offers fuel economy of 23.2 Honda Motor Co.,

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

has begun sales of the all-new Grace hybrid sedan at dealerships across Japan. The Grace is equipped with Honda’s Sport Hybrid i-DCD one-motor hybrid system that enables the driver to start in EV mode and realizes fuel economy of 34.4 Honda’s monthly sales target in Japan is 3,000 units. Honda Motor Co., Honda Grace.

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Japan Honda Hybrid Sale 240

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MAY 15, 2015

compact wagon and hybrid at dealerships across Japan. liter direct-injection DOHC i-VTEC engine and CVT, while the hybrid version is equipped with the SPORT HYBRID i-DCD. The hybrid version realizes top-in-class level fuel economy of 34.0 The hybrid version realizes top-in-class level fuel economy of 34.0

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NOVEMBER 2, 2016

In Japan, Nissan Motor introduced its new series-hybrid drive system called e-POWER along with its application in the Note. Chief powertrain engineer Naoki Nakada says minimizing battery size and compartmentalizing powertrain components to fit a compact vehicle were the first challenges. The engine is the 1.2-liter,

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

First, Honda will further develop its lightweight and compact one-motor hybrid system (IMA) with the aim of achieving leading fuel economy among all hybrid vehicles. liter 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine producing 137 hp (102 kW) at 6200 rpm, teamed with a 124 kW electric motor. Electric driving is supported by a 6.7

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JULY 7, 2018

Sales begin in Japan in September. The PCX HYBRID, based on the PCX released in April 2018, is powered by a new high-output lithium ion battery, adding drive assist to the ACG (Alternating Current Generator) starter that conventionally starts the engine and generates electricity.

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JUNE 11, 2011

Mazda began taking pre-orders for the facelifted Mazda Demio (known overseas as the Mazda2) at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealers throughout Japan; the sales launch is scheduled for 30 June. liter gasoline direct injection SKYACTIV engine ( earlier post ). will achieve fuel economy of 30 km/L (71 mpg US, 3.33

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

jointly announced that, toward the achievement of carbon neutrality, they will take on the challenge of expanding fuel options through the use of internal combustion engines at the (three-hour) Super Taikyu Race in Okayama on 13-14 November. Continuing to race using hydrogen engines. Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.,

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

liter, direct-injected i-VTEC V-6 engine with two-stage Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) cylinder deactivation technology. For improved fuel efficiency, the 2016 Pilot will also include a stop start feature—Honda’s first non-hybrid application of this technology. This contributes to improved fuel economy.

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JULY 16, 2012

The new Note goes on sale in Japan this fall and in Europe in 2013. Two new engines will be available to customers in Japan, including the new three-cylinder, 1.2L The HR12DDR engine. Nissan Motor Co., The new Note is a successor to the current model, which has sold 940,000 units since its launch in 2005.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Mazda Motor Corporation commenced sales of the facelifted Mazda Axela (known overseas as the Mazda3) in Japan. The updated Axela is Mazda’s second model in Japan following the Mazda Demio (known overseas as the Mazda2) to feature the company’s SKYACTIV technology. This SKYACTIV powertrain delivers fuel economy of 20 km/L (5.0

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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. The combustion engine shuts down and the desired speed is maintained by the electric? In 2009, Mercedes-Benz introduced the S 400 HYBRID. Displacement.

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JANUARY 2, 2011

plans to introduce an all-new engine for its minicars for the first time in roughly 16 years. This 660cc engine is expected to deliver a fuel efficiency of 27 km/L (63.5 This would enable Suzuki minicars to achieve a fuel economy comparable to that offered by Daihatsu Motor Co. Suzuki Motor Corp. mpg US, 3.7

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JUNE 4, 2009

South Korea plans to raise the fuel economy of locally-made vehicles to surpass future requirements being by the US and Japan, according to the Ministry of Knowledge Economy (MKE). Korea’s fuel efficiency standards are already slated to increase 16.5% kilometers per liter of fuel (27 mpg US, 8.7

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MARCH 5, 2013

Vehicle size, a key determinant of fuel economy, has shown a reduction in OECD countries, while the non-OECD trend is toward bigger vehicles. The analysis, an update of an earlier work using data from 2010 and 2011, found that the global average for light-duty vehicle fuel economy was 7.2 Source: GFEI. Click to enlarge.

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