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Bosch overview of global diesel markets; optimistic about US, China

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In addition to the ongoing strength in the European market and India (the second-largest diesel market after Europe, Bosch sees potential strength in North America and China. Because diesel vehicles already account for a high share of the European market, opportunities for growth are correspondingly moderate. United States.

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Aptera Motors shuts down, effective today; cites lack of private sector investment to match DOE commitment

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Aptera Motors, the developer of an all-electric, three-wheeled lightweight aerodynamic vehicle ( earlier post ) is shutting down. Aptera executives had been engaged in exhaustive due diligence with the Department of Energy (DOE) pertaining to an ATVM (Advance Technology Vehicle Manufacturing) loan.

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Elio Motors unveils engine prototype for 84 mpg highway 3-wheeler

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100 km) three-wheeled vehicle with a target date of 2016, unveiled its engine prototype: a 0.9-liter, Too, the Elio is considerably lighter than anything else on the market today; the Geo Metro engine was optimized for running at the higher load used in a heavier and larger vehicle. liter, 3-cylinder unit developed by IAV.

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DOE to award up to $184M for advanced vehicle research and development in 8 areas of interest

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The successful market implementation of these materials in vehicles requires that they be low cost and available in sufficient abundance to make a compelling business case. Electric Drive Vehicles (EDVs) require advancements in power inverter technology, such as lower cost, weight, and volume to achieve a greater share of the vehicle market.

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2019 Nissan Altima features VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine, AWD, ProPILOT Assist

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The sixth-generation of the best-selling mid-size sedan features two new powerplants, including the advanced variable compression unit first introduced in the Infinit QX50 ( earlier post ); the first available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive in a Nissan sedan in the US; and advanced Nissan Intelligent Mobility features, including ProPILOT Assist.

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Pinnacle 4-stroke opposed-piston SI engine shows fuel economy improvements of between 30-60% at light loads, 12-30% at medium loads over conventional

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The engine architecture has two different configurations: a fixed-geometry lower content version targeted at markets in developing countries (e.g., The test engine for the paper was a 250cc single-cylinder unit with dual-camshaft-actuated reciprocating sleeve valves for induction and exhaust. Source: Pinnacle. Click to enlarge.

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Top 10 Most Weird And Wonderful Electric Vehicles

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An exhaust is also required along with efficient lubrication. Note that we have given preference to the most practical and marketable vehicle designs. #1 The Urb-E is available in two-wheeled or three-wheeled versions. #4 Say hello to one of the coolest, and oddest, new e-vehicles on the market.