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VW introduces new, more efficient TSI engine generation; Miller cycle with higher compression and electric VTG turbo

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Turbocharger with electrically actuated variable turbine geometry (VTG). Initiatives include optimization of the water jacket for improved heat dissipation and adaptation of the valve angle and combustion chamber for the best possible execution of the Miller combustion process. Common-rail injection system with up to 350 bar pressure.

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Personal: I Built the Ultimate Checklist for a Successful Road Trip

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Driving for extended periods of time can be exhausting, but it can also be a lot of fun, particularly if you have the right equipment to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. It prevented us from having to spend money purchasing pricey beverages from gas stations or convenience stores.

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New Scania heavy-duty truck series offers up to 8% reduction in fuel consumption

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The Scania G- and R-series long-haulage trucks feature new low-drag looks and full air deflector kits. In addition there are two gas engines, adaptable to run on biogas, compressed natural gas (CNG) or liquefied LNG. The exhaust brake output is 320 kW at 2,400 r/min. The exhaust brake is rated at 256 kW at 2,400 r/min.

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Solar Energy - A Way To Cut Down On High Energy Costs

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What options do you have to cut the sky-rocketing energy bills due to the high oil and gas prices? Installing home solar panels and generating electricity to power our various needs is option that needs to be explored energetically. It is free and is not going to be exhausted in a hurry. Another option is adopting solar energy.

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Daimler Trucks NA SuperTruck achieves 115% freight efficiency improvement over 2009 baseline; 50.2% engine BTE

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Friction-reducing measures include a variable speed water pump, a clutched air compressor, low-viscosity oil and an improved cylinder kit. The Freightliner SuperTruck features a low-back-pressure, next-generation aftertreatment system that efficiently removes NO x from the exhaust stream.

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XL1 dive and drive: Volkswagen aggressively optimizes for efficiency in its sleek diesel plug-in hybrid

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two-cylinder diesel, 20 kW electric motor and 5.5 l/100 km) with CO 2 emissions of 21 g/km and an all-electric range of 31 miles (50 km) as well as a total range of 310 miles (499 km). In all-electric mode, the XL1 requires less than 0.1 Comparison of electric drive fuel consumption (kWh/100 miles). Click to enlarge.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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The all-wheel drive 2021 NX 300h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system, a parallel hybrid system where the electric motor can power the car by itself for short distances, the gas engine can power the car by itself, or they can power the car together. The parallel system comprises a 2.5-liter, Safety and Convenience.

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