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MARCH 19, 2018

Volkswagen has developed and deployed a gasoline engine that offers diesel-like fuel economy but is significantly cheaper to buy. TSI ACT BlueMotion delivers 96 kW / 130 PS with combined fuel consumption of 4.8 This enables further reduced fuel consumption and emission levels plus powerful torque even at low engine speeds.

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Fuel Economy Gasoline Engine Economy 257

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

Tenneco and Gentherm (formerly BSST/Amerigon) are part of a US Department of Energy (DOE) consortium actively developing a thermoelectric generator (TEG) for capturing waste exhaust heat in vehicles and converting it to electrical energy to be used to power electrical systems within the vehicle. Fuel Efficiency Thermoelectrics'

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

When it comes to your ICE vehicle, you want it to be running at its best, and that includes having the right exhaust system. Here are five tips to help you pick the right exhaust system: Exhaust for good looks & performance. They are usually lighter and more efficient and can improve horsepower and fuel economy.

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Exhaust Vehicles Fuel Economy Economy 74

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JULY 20, 2022

Help Your Fuel Economy & the Environment. If you’re driving down the road and you notice a quiet car in front of you, you should know that the car’s exhaust system is doing its job. A well-maintained exhaust system is essential in making your ride safe and sound. What does a car exhaust do? Exhaust Manifold.

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Exhaust Environment Convert Fuel Economy 81

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. Engine and Drive Unit.

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 150

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JUNE 9, 2022

TPS) nanosecond pulsed power ignition system ( earlier post ) on the current Toyota 2.5-liter, liter, direct and port fueled injection, inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine commonly used in the Camry line of vehicles. The TPS Ignition System allowed for stable operation beyond an air fuel ratio of 30 (?>2),

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Emissions Fuel Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 243

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APRIL 1, 2013

In addition to highway fuel economy estimates that are 2 mpg higher than a 2013 Ford V8 pickup equipped with a 5.0L 2WD Pickup truck fuel economy comparisons. In addition to highway fuel economy estimates that are 2 mpg higher than a 2013 Ford V8 pickup equipped with a 5.0L Fuel economy.

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Sierra Fuel Economy Economy F-150 262

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FEBRUARY 20, 2012

A recent, independent, third-party test of a Thomas Built Buses Saf-T-Liner C2 against an IC Bus™ CE Series found that the SCR technology in the Thomas Bus delivers 7-27% better fuel economy than the EGR technology in the IC bus and, when factoring in the cost of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), is the more cost-effective choice.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Exhaust 210

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MARCH 25, 2015

The latest Kenworth T680 Advantage—Kenworth’s fuel-efficiency leader—has gained up to 10% in fuel efficiency compared to a standard Kenworth T680 built in 2013. The 10% gain for the heavy-duty truck equates to a yearly savings of more than $4,600 in fuel per truck for the average long-haul operation.

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Fuel Economy Kenworth Economy Fuel 150

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APRIL 30, 2018

Shell has partnered with the Airflow Truck Company to collaborate on a hyper-aerodynamic, fuel-efficient Class 8 concept truck: Starship. This next-generation concept truck features a custom, aerodynamic design and aims to demonstrate improvements in fuel economy for Class 8 trucks. and ending in Jacksonville, Fla. consumption.

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San Diego Fuel Jacksonville Fuel Economy 281

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MAY 3, 2013

The new engine delivers a manufacturer-estimated improvement in fuel efficiency for the Beetle models of between 4-8% percent on the combined cycle and by up to 9% percent on the city cycle. Peak power is generated 200 revs higher in the engine range, at 5300 rpm, and torque remains unchanged at 207 lb-ft (280 N·m).

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Fuel Economy Engine Fuel Economy 284

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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. Earlier post.) —Wes Helgeson, senior research engineer.

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Fuel Economy Plug Economy Energy 210

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MAY 31, 2017

A joint study by Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) and Austria’s Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) into 48V diesel mild hybrid technology verified a 9% reduction of NO x in raw engine-out emissions, while retaining the fuel economy and CO 2 benefits of diesel engine technology.

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Fuel Economy Diesel Economy Engine 150

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AUGUST 19, 2022

When it comes to your ICE vehicle, you want it to be running at its best, and that includes having the right exhaust system. Here are five tips to help you pick the right exhaust system: Exhaust for good looks & performance. They are usually lighter and more efficient and can improve horsepower and fuel economy.

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Exhaust Vehicles Fuel Economy Economy 52

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DECEMBER 29, 2011

Designed to be the most fuel-efficient Chrysler flagship sedan yet, the new 2012 Chrysler 300 Luxury Series combines an eight-speed automatic transmission with the 292 hp (218 kW) 3.6-liter Best-in-class V-6 AWD fuel economy (18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway / 13.0 Leading city fuel economy (19 city mpg RWD, 18 mpg AWD / 12.4

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Fuel Economy Chrysler Economy MPG 236

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APRIL 20, 2011

Total fuel savings. fed by multipoint fuel injection (MPI)— and 123 lb-ft (167 N·m) of torque with a 30 mpg city and 40 mpg highway fuel economy rating. The 2012 Accent’s highway fuel economy of 40 mpg is an 18% improvement over its predecessor’s 34 mpg highway manual transmission fuel economy rating.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy 2012 236

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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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Fuel Economy Diesel Economy Gasoline 239

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

Debuting a more powerful hybrid system and available Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, the 2023 Corolla Hybrid also gains new safety and multimedia systems, updated styling and new paint colors. The new Corolla SE Hybrid grades (FWD and AWD) inherit the Gas SE’s sport suspension and the firmer-feel Electronic Power Steering.

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Hybrid Toyota Fuel Economy Economy 459

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2015

Pentastar, first introduced in 2009 ( earlier post ), was the first of an all-new line of V-6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup. Depending on the application, the redesigned V-6 delivers fuel-economy improvements of more than 6% while increasing torque more than 14.9%.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 2016 150

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MARCH 9, 2020

Power management company Eaton has expanded its portfolio of valvetrain solutions for diesel off-highway vehicles to help OEMs reduce emissions and improve fuel economy. Eaton’s new technology allows for cost-effective, variable valve actuation with hydraulic lash adjustment (HLA) function.

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Eaton Fuel Economy CO2 Vehicles 269

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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. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg). The Highway Fuel Economy Test (HFET) and FTP-75 Test (city) cycles demonstrated fuel economy above 35 mpg (6.72

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Light 150

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OCTOBER 8, 2019

Ram Truck announced EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2020 Ram 1500 powered by the new 3.0-liter Ram 1500’s unsurpassed 29 mpg highway fuel economy rating for 4x4 models is significant in that 4x4 models represent more than 80% of the U.S. The 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel also leads all trucks in fuel range.

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MPG 2020 EPA Fuel Economy 223

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

liter engine and next-generation Xtronic CVT with sub-planetary gear, offers combined fuel economy of 34 mpg (6.9 The lighter and more aerodynamic new Sentra allows Nissan to use the more fuel-efficient 1.8-liter The lighter and more aerodynamic new Sentra allows Nissan to use the more fuel-efficient 1.8-liter

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Fuel Economy MPG 2013 Economy 231

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

Both intake and exhaust camshafts feature continuously variable valve timing, and the exhaust camshaft further adds variable valve lift and duration through the use of two distinct camshaft lobe profiles. At high engine speeds, the flap closes, and maximum power can be achieved. 1 for the Golf R and 9.6:1 1 for the GTI.

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Engine Exhaust Hungary MPG 397

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JANUARY 5, 2015

Drive cycle fuel economy for PFI, CDC, and multi-mode RCCI operation. Among their findings were that multi-mode RCCI has the potential to offer greater than 15% fuel economy improvement over a 2009 gasoline PFI baseline over many light-duty driving cycles, despite the lack of complete drive cycle coverage for RCCI mode.

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Fuel Economy Economy Light Fuel 150

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MARCH 31, 2014

The selected projects include 6 vehicle-related technologies and 2 hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, as well as new hydropower, heat pump, solar and manufacturing technologies. Hybrid Electric Turbocharger for Exhaust Energy Recovery and Transient Lag Reduction. A Novel Exhaust after Treatment Catalyst. Nextech Materials.

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Exhaust Wind 2014 Motor 261

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AUGUST 19, 2012

Dennis Assanis at the University of Michigan suggests that accessing the “thermodynamic sweet spot” in high-efficiency, dilute, boosted gasoline engines has the potential for vehicle fuel economy gains between 23% and 58%. Their paper is published in the International Journal of Engine Research. —Lavoie et al.

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Fuel Economy Gasoline Economy Engine 236

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APRIL 25, 2016

In a paper presented at the 2016 SAE World Congress, Tula Technology, developer of Dynamic Skip Fire (DSF) cylinder deactivation technology, reported significant fuel economy gains of up to 18% over a conventional GM 6.2-liter Meaning, DSF reduces fuel consumption by 14-18% over V8. liter V8 by operating using Dynamic Skip Fire.

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Fuel Economy Economy GM GMC 150

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

For improved fuel efficiency, the 2016 Pilot will also include a stop start feature—Honda’s first non-hybrid application of this technology. Honda VCM deactivates the cylinder by using its VTEC (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) technology to keep the intake and exhaust valves in the closed position to halt fuel supply.

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Fuel Economy Honda 2016 Economy 150

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NOVEMBER 1, 2013

For such small vehicle applications, manufacturers are seeking a fuel-efficient means of reducing engine-out NO x to avoid the cost of implementing a 3-way catalyst and closed-loop-controlled fuel injection system. Further, Pinnacle noted, recently developed hardware designed for additional lean limit extension is under test.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fuel 231

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AUGUST 22, 2013

The European Union-funded PowerDriver project—a two-year, €3-million (US$4-million) research project initiated in February 2012 to turn exhaust gas waste heat into electricity using thermoelectric generator (TGEN) technology—has completed simulation work on on a potential automotive application.

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Exhaust Waste Land Rover Fuel 210

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NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Jeep will offer a diesel-powered Wrangler for the first time in North America with the introduction of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler EcoDiesel. There are more than 40 individual shift maps to optimize shift points for fuel economy, performance and 4x4 capability. Wrangler four-door models will offer the new 3.0-liter

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MARCH 4, 2010

The use of a supercritical fuel charge enables very fast and complete combustion with minimized thermal losses. TSCi combustion minimizes heat loss to the cylinder walls and in the exhaust. The TSCi injectors can work with a range of fuels (given appropriate software adjustment and control). Source: Transonic. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 297

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MAY 16, 2019

Reducing the number of exhaust gas particulates, including those smaller than 23 nm, will help manufacturers meet increasingly stringent future global emissions standards. As most engines power the GDI pump through the camshaft drive, a conventional approach would usually require a costly redesign and strengthening of the camshaft mechanism.

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Emissions Gasoline Fuel Exhaust 257

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

Each engine is mated to a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission. A one-way clutch, which allows for smoother 1-2 and 2-1 shifts, faster downshifts and improved fuel economy, has been added. The gear ratios, span and shift schedule have been optimized for better off-the-line performance and improved fuel economy.

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F-150 Fuel Economy 2011 Economy 225

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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. New Fiesta.

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Fuel Economy Europe Ford Economy 261

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AUGUST 7, 2013

SIDI Turbo (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) generates more torque throughout its operating range than equally powerful, higher displacement engines, while fuel efficiency is improved by 20% compared to Opel’s current 1.6-liter liter naturally aspirated power unit. The 12-valve 1.0 Click to enlarge. liter displacements.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 236