Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

During a media event in Wolfsburg, Germany, Volkswagen provided a medium dive into details of its two-seater XL1 Super Efficient Vehicle diesel plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) as well as some driving time on local roads and highways. Components of the XL1 plug-in power unit. Components of MQB plug-in hybrid power unit.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 14, 2014

Other projects focus on advancing lightweight materials research to help electric vehicles increase their range and reduce battery needs, and developing advanced climate control technologies that reduce energy used for passenger comfort and increase the drive range of plug-in electric vehicles. Delta Products Corp. PPG Industries, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2012

On the other hand, it is well known that in an internal combustion engine up to 35% of the energy developed by the fuel combustion is dissipated in the exhaust gases. Exhaust gas exergy map of EcoCAR engine. They determined that the average rate of energy lost to the exhaust when on the NEDC is about 3.9 Skarke et al.

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Waste PHEV Fuel Exhaust 312

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 10, 2009

In addition to demonstrating better fuel consumption results than current advanced gasoline engines, the Omnivore engine has successfully demonstrated homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) down to extremely light loads. In addition to the spark plug, the puck carries one of two possible injector positions. Displacement.

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Fuel Economy Engine Light Fuel 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2020

The new Range Rover Evoque and Land Rover Discovery Sport premium compact SUVs are now available with plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) technology, with an electric-only range of up to 66 km (41 miles) and CO 2 emissions as low as 32 g/km. The new plug-in hybrid P300e models join the existing 48-volt mild-hybrid SUV models.

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Land Rover PHEV Available Range 307

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2010

The concept is a high-performance technology demonstrator with a plug-in series hybrid drive system—featuring the Lotus Range extender engine ( earlier post )—and new technologies for enhanced driver involvement. Tags: Electric (Battery) Engines Hybrids Plug-ins. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Plug-in Concept Hybrid Plug 262

Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2014

The four-cylinder C 350 HYBRID with plug-in technology will follow in due course. An overhead camshaft actuates two intake and two exhaust valves per cylinder. A further hybrid model (C 350 HYBRID), due to follow six months later, will be powered by a 4-cylinder gasoline engine and feature plug-in technology. Displacement (cc).

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Diesel Gasoline Plug-in Hybrid 304

Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2014

A plug-in hybrid drivetrain will be on offer, also, making Passat Volkswagen’s third model with a PHEV option. A plug-in hybrid model will also be offered, with potential to travel 31 miles (50 km) powered by a 9.9 Plug-in hybrid. The new Passat is the third plug-in hybrid from Volkswagen, after the XL1 and Golf GTE.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Diesel 286

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The powertrain of the plug-in hybrid BMW Vision EfficientDynamics. The plug-in full hybrid BMW Vision EfficientDynamics all-wheel drive concept car is powered by a 1.5-liter, Designed as ducts, for example, the A-pillars serve to channel the flow of air in the same way as the rear lights with their wing profile. Earlier post.).

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All-Electric Plug-in Concept Diesel 268

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

The e-catalyst enables lowest emissions in real operation—something that is becoming increasingly important in light of forthcoming regulations such as Euro 7. The challenge of plug-in hybrids: CO 2 efficiency and low cold engine start emissions. During these phases, the engine cools down.

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DC Convert Emissions Hybrid 221

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 24, 2012

The application of GM’s Active Fuel Management (AFM) cylinder deactivation system is the first on Corvette; it shuts down half of the engine’s cylinders in light-load driving. This is complemented by a reversal of the intake and exhaust valve positions, as compared to the previous engine design. Four-into-one exhaust manifolds.

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2014 Oil Exhaust Engine 362

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

The Lotus Range Extender engine features an innovative architecture comprising an aluminum monoblock construction, integrating the cylinder block, cylinder head and exhaust manifold in one casting. Integrated Exhaust Manifold. An integrated exhaust manifold has potential to: Reduce parts count: 18 fewer components resulting.

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Engine Range Exhaust Downsizing 240

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

Spent exhaust gases are released through traditional lobes on the camshaft and exit through a cast stainless steel exhaust manifold. Ignition is through a single output, coil-on-plug system. Spark plugs are dual precious metal for durability. Compared with the Fiat 500’s natural-aspirated 1.4-liter

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2012 Exhaust Engine Oil 294

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Low-profile, laser-applied powder-metal intake valve seats enhance the intake port efficiency and allow maximum coolant flow close to the spark plug. The exhaust valves’ shape has also been optimized to enhance cooling performance. This also contributes to cylinder head reliability and operating efficiency.

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Tundra Toyota Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 418

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JUNE 4, 2018

As of July 2018, all BMW gasoline and plug-in hybrid models available in Germany will be fitted as standard with a gasoline particulate filter (GPF) and thus will comply with the exhaust standard Euro 6d-TEMP. In addition, another 39 diesel models will be going on the market with Euro 6d-TEMP rating.

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Gasoline Germany BMW Exhaust 199

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Enhanced with its exhaust-driven turbocharger, the Cruze’s Ecotec 1.4L overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder, double continuously cam phaser intake and exhaust (DCVCP). overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder, double continuously cam phaser intake and exhaust (DCVCP). individual coil on plug. turbo and 1.8L

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Baua Electric

JUNE 12, 2025

The XM Label boasts a powerful plug-in hybrid V8 engine, achieving 748 bhp and a 0-100 km/h time of 3.8 The 2026 XM Label is powered by a plug-in hybrid setup that features a 4.4-litre The SUV features hexagonal exhaust pipes, which are vertically stacked. litre twin-turbo V8 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic and a 19.2

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BMW Plug-in Plug Hybrid 52

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

The areas of interest outlined in the notice of intent (NOI) fall into two broad categories: technologies to advance plug-in electric vehicles; and technologies to improve fuel efficiency, including dual-fuel, fuel properties (e.g., mpg) for light trucks by 2025 (54.5 mpg light duty average, or 4.3

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2017

six-piston) light-duty version of its opposed piston engine (OPE) in both diesel- and gasoline-fueled versions. Achates will demonstrate the engine in 2018 in a driveable light-duty truck. The light-duty engine is a “basic” Achates opposed piston 2-stroke engine, said Redon—i.e., liter, 3-cylinder (i.e.,

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Light Engine Power Powered 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2014

Compared to new diesel engines, the Delphi team found that BSFC for GDCI at light loads was comparable or better, and at high loads was about 5% higher. Due to the lower exhaust enthalpy of lower temperature engines using PPCI, it is difficult to produce intake boost with acceptable boost system parasitis. —Sellnau et al.

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Gasoline Engine Fuel Wisconsin 304

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

The motors are light—approximately 40 lbs (18 kg)—and high power, delivering up to 250 hp (186 kW). The light weight makes packaging them in high performance cars or in truck axles (replacing the differential) easier than with existing motors. Tags: Electric (Battery) Engines Heavy-duty Hybrids Plug-ins.

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Hybrid Gas Vehicles Gas-Electric 275

Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2011

Implementation of a high-performance glow plug system. The HECS concept incorporates split cooling, and an air gap insulated exhaust gas manifold, which generally contributes to improved aftertreatment functionality, and especially during cold start to achieve early catalyst light-off.

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Congress 2011 Diesel Exhaust 218

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2010

The Transit Connect Electric will have a targeted range of up to 130 km/80 miles on a full charge and zero exhaust emissions. Specifically, Ford announced it would launch in Europe: Two zero-emission full battery-electric vehicles: the light commercial Transit Connect Electric in 2011 followed by the Ford Focus Electric in 2012.

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Transit Connect Connect Connected Europe 239

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

million to help California consumers purchase plug-in hybrid and zero-emission cars and light trucks. The program has leveraged state funds to provide about $210 million in private financing since 2009 to help truck owners purchase cleaner trucks, exhaust retrofits and truck efficiency upgrades.

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Cleaner California Diesel Tax Credit 246

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

—Michael Ruth, Director/Technical Project Leader, Advanced Light-Duty. A dual loop Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system with both low- and high-pressure circuits and switchable valve timing improve light load emissions output and allow for increased power density of the engine. Cummins Inc.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Light 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2011

The engine in the H5 also utilizes BorgWarner’s self-regulating glow plugs and exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves. The turbocharged diesel engine will also be available in the light commercial vehicle and medium car segment soon. This marks the first use of these systems in China. liters/100 km).

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Diesel Engine Motoring Motors 186

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2012

To further enhance combustion, the intake and exhaust valve positions have been switched from previous versions, and the valves are now slightly canted toward the cylinder centerline. Also, the spark plug angle has been revised and the electrode is now closer to the center of the chamber to support optimal combustion.

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Sierra Silverado 2014 Engine 218

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 liter unit features a cross-bank exhaust manifold and an optimized oil separation process. BMW M GmbH is introducing its first high-performance car with an electrified drive system.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

It is mounted close to the exhaust outlet of the engine for quicker spool-up of the turbine and faster light-off of the exhaust catalyst. Ceramic glow plugs, which provide greater cold-start performance over conventional metal glow plugs (an engine oil heater is offered for cold climates).

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Chevrolet Diesel 2014 Cleaning 239

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. These are complemented by modern LED lighting, satin finish accent trim and special EcoHybrid badging. Optima Plug-in Hybrid.

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Hybrid Chicago Plug-in 2017 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

For local air quality, electric vehicles also offer clear benefits, mainly due to zero exhaust emissions at street level. BEVS can offer local air quality benefits due to zero exhaust emissions, e.g., nitrogen oxides (NO x ) and particulate matter (PM). —“Electric vehicles from life cycle and circular economy perspectives”.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 12, 2010

The system recognizes light or heavy throttle use, and puts the transmission in the right gear for best performance and efficiency. The first step in cleaning the diesel exhaust occurs when the exhaust stream enters the Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC). This twist mixer evenly distributes the ammonia within the exhaust flow.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Gasoline 220

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, the adoption of the Atkinson Cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions. This creates a high expansion ratio for less compression, reducing intake and exhaust energy losses and converting combustion energy to engine power more effectively.

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2018

This has been achieved through the reduction in displacement and friction, the optimized combustion system with patented piston geometry and the increased exhaust gas recirculation (enabled by a high-efficiency heat exchanger). The NO x adsorber acts as a cold start catalyst, reducing NO x emissions at temperatures below the SCR light-off.

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Diesel Exhaust Engine Fuel 236

Green Car Congress

JULY 27, 2010

The compressor wheel is being driven by hot exhaust gases coming out of the exhaust manifold. A wastegate opens to regulate the compressor drive power by letting excess exhaust gases escape through the exhaust pipe. Sodium-filled exhaust valves are designed for the higher combustion temperatures of the turbo system.

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Chevrolet Engine Global Exhaust 249

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

Our week of driving the Cruze Diesel bore that out; realized city fuel consumption, especially on a daily low-speed route of queuing at intersections, stop signs, stop lights, and chugging up hills (all with air-conditioning on), fell well short of the EPA estimate for the Cruze diesel. At idle in cabin. At idle, outside front fender.

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Diesel Fuel Economy MPG 2015 311

Green Car Congress

MAY 7, 2014

Iveco offers a complete range of light-, medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles as well as buses powered by natural gas. Exhaust gas is treated by a standard passive three-way catalyst that does not require the use of any additives. A total of more than 12,000 units have been sold to date, 2,000 of which were sold in 2013.

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