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JULY 16, 2020

A variable cooling system, variable oil pump and a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system all contribute to the engine’s high thermal efficiency and outstanding fuel economy. In the Hybrid, the gasoline engine employs an even higher 14:1 compression ratio and is tuned to produce 176 hp and 163 lb.-ft.

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Toyota Hybrid Camry Hybrid Exhaust 400

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JANUARY 28, 2011

A new Carnegie Mellon University study released at the Washington Auto Show finds that for passenger cars, aadvanced vehicles with higher fuel economy—i.e, port fuel injected (PFI) gasoline—during periods of higher fuel costs. But that’s only one element of the equation.

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JANUARY 4, 2012

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. To make the plug-in technology viable for buyers in the US and China, Volvo notes , it needs to feature a gasoline engine. VEA is a modular range of diesel and gasoline engines.

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline 268

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JANUARY 19, 2021

DiG-T gasoline engine equipped with mild hybrid technology, but also e-POWER, Nissan’s non-plug-in series-hybrid electric powertrain in its European debut. This helps reduce the torque effort on the engine and improves fuel economy. DiG-T gasoline engine that was introduced to Qashqai in 2018.

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Europe Nissan Power Powered 243

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

Aerodynamic improvements, weight savings and engine enhancements have reduced fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions across the range. Toyota anticipates a 1/3 full hybrid, 1/3 gasoline, 1/3 diesel engine mix. The new Auris will be built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK (TMUK) alongside the Avensis. Powertrains. 1.33l Dual VVT-i.

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Gasoline Toyota Diesel Emissions 252

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OCTOBER 31, 2023

In August 2023, gasoline prices surged , reaching a peak of $3.98 As gas and diesel prices continue to spiral, improved fuel economy in your truck is becoming even more of an imperative than before. Maintaining the correct tire pressure is paramount to ensuring fuel efficiency.

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Gas Maintenance Fuel Economy Economy 72

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APRIL 7, 2015

liter gasoline engines, Nissan said. All the grades will achieve fuel economy-based tax exemptions in Japan. The clutches and motor are installed co-axially in the space of the torque converter. The overall improved system also helps achieve fuel economy gains. Equipped with an optimized 2.0-liter

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Japan Nissan Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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OCTOBER 30, 2016

The new six-cylinder in-line gasoline engine M 256 features a 48 V electrical system. The M 256 is the first member of a new family of premium gasoline engines that have for the first time been systematically designed for electrification from the outset. Mercedes-Benz is investing a total of around €3 billion (US$3.3 Click to enlarge.

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Gasoline Mercedes Engine Diesel 150

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OCTOBER 4, 2013

will be manufactured at the Columbus Engine Plant, with production to start during the fourth quarter of 2014. creates new opportunities for our OEM customers as a compact and lightweight engine that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency and total cost of ownership. Like the new 5.0L Cummins ISV5.0 Cummins ISV5.0 Diesel Engines'

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Diesel Light Commercial Vehicles 247

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FEBRUARY 18, 2013

The compressed air/hydraulic system will assist, or even take the place of, the gasoline engine during the phases which consume the most energy, i.e. acceleration and moving off. The HYbrid Air is compatible with existing platforms, benefitting occupant space, modularity and the volume of the gasoline tank, which remains unchanged.

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2008 Hybrid Gasoline Engine 291

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JUNE 19, 2014

Both vehicles were first tested without Lightning’s hydraulic hybrid system to provide a baseline with which to compare the results with the hybrid system installed. The essence is to replace a diesel-powered GMC 4500 shuttle with gasoline Ford E450s upfitted with the Lightning Hybrids system.

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Hybrid Emissions West Virginia Colorado 275

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APRIL 18, 2019

Arriving in Toyota dealerships in winter, the Highlander gasoline model will arrive in December 2019 and the Highlander Hybrid will make its way to customers in February 2020. New computer integration and a smaller, lighter power stack installed directly above the transaxle reduce energy transmission losses.

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Cars That Think

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the skyrocketing fuel prices that ensued last year got me thinking about how to cut down on my consumption of gasoline. I knew, though, that it was going to be difficult to test out different driving techniques without more immediate feedback of their effects on fuel economy. Mine doesn’t.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 141

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JUNE 27, 2014

billion) manufacturing complex in Aguascalientes. liter turbocharged gasoline 4-cylinder developed by Daimler. The new facility will have installed capacity of 250,000 units per year once full ramp-up is achieved. The new facility will have installed capacity of 250,000 units per year once full ramp-up is achieved.

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Infinity Mexico Nissan Mercedes 210

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DECEMBER 16, 2022

liter turbocharged gasoline engine. The system, with a total of 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, is EPA city and highway combined rated at 23 mpg with the gasoline engine only. If you don’t plug-in whenever possible, the fuel economy will be in the low 20s mpg. The gas-powered side of the 4xe.

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APRIL 13, 2011

Delphi is introducing a new range of liquid cooled charge air coolers (LCCACs) for both gasoline and diesel engines. To reduce tailpipe emissions and improve fuel economy while maintaining maximum driver satisfaction, vehicle manufacturers are turning to downsized engines.

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JUNE 2, 2011

Ford had previewed the small EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline direct injection unit, and had confirmed it for production, at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. unit features: An offset crankshaft that helps improve fuel economy. Faster cylinder block warm-ups save fuel, especially in cold weather. liter gasoline engines.

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Ford Engine Hybrid 2012 247

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

The rising fuel economy of LDVs more than offsets the modest growth in VMT, resulting in a 25% decline in LDV energy consumption decline between 2012 and 2040 in the AEO2014 Reference case. As a result, annual increases in vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in LDVs average 0.9% from 2012 to 2040, compared to 1.2% per year, from 21.5

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Oil Light Energy Vehicles 290

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

LiquidPiston will be developing its X4 test rig: a prototype 30 kW diesel X-engine, with targeted brake specific fuel consumption (BSFC) of 186 g/kWh (better fuel efficiency than heavy duty truck engines, and twice the fuel economy of a gasoline engine over a typical drive cycle).

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Engine Exhaust 2014 Diesel 150

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JUNE 21, 2011

Waukesha based Odyne Systems, LLC, a manufacturer of hybrid systems for medium- and heavy-duty work trucks, introduced its new advanced hybrid propulsion system at the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC) in Williamsburg. Odyne’s plug-in hybrid system. Click to enlarge.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion 210

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AUGUST 16, 2009

The planned vehicle will get about 20% better mileage than comparable gasoline-driven cars. Built at Suzuki’s new manufacturing facility in Sagara, Japan, the conventional 2010 Kizashi is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter Suzuki says that fuel economy will be competitive with either choice. liter gasoline-powered car.

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Suzuki 2011 GM Hybrid 218

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MARCH 7, 2018

The California Air Resource Board (CARB) is awarding $7 million to CALSTART to develop a Class 8 truck that will achieve a 90% reduction in NO x along with a 15-20% fuel efficiency improvement. The project is part of CARB’s Low Carbon Transportation and Fuels Investments and Air Quality Improvement Program. Earlier post.).

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California Engine Diesel 2017 230

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MARCH 6, 2013

By signing the Workplace Charging Pledge, each Partner organization commits to assessing workforce PEV charging demands, and then developing and implementing a plan to install workplace charging infrastructure for at least one major worksite location.

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Charging Alternative Fuels Fleet Clean 199

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FEBRUARY 26, 2010

Ford’s $155 million investment there includes $121 million in manufacturing investment at the plant and $34 million for launch and engineering. The program is helping to develop advanced technology vehicles and strengthen American manufacturing across the country. Sixty new jobs have been added to the plant to support the new engine.

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Cleveland Ford Engine Ohio 170

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MAY 20, 2009

EcoBoost technology combines turbocharging and direct gasoline injection to deliver up to 20% improved fuel economy, 15% fewer CO 2 emissions and superior driving performance compared with larger displacement engines. Plant upgrades also included a special turbocharger installation and test line. Click to enlarge.

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Ford Engine Cleveland Production 186

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MAY 6, 2011

Manufacturers, suppliers, energy providers, scientists and politicians—everyone must step up to the plate here. In the Passat sedan, the combination of the new TSI with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DSG) in E85 operation yields fuel consumption value of 8.8 —Martin Winterkorn. The second-generation 2.0

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Plug-in 2013 Plug Hybrid 218

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MAY 15, 2009

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) began production of the natural gas-powered 2009 Civic GX at its plant in Greensburg, Indiana. First introduced in 1998, the Civic GX is the cleanest internal combustion vehicle certified by the EPA—90% cleaner than the average gasoline-powered car on the road today.

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Indiana Honda Gas Production 150

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AUGUST 24, 2017

Like the larger Tiguan, the new T-Roc is being offered with efficient turbocharged engines: three gasoline engines (TSI) and three diesels (TDI). The 150 PS gasoline engine is equipped with Active Cylinder Management (automatic deactivation of two cylinders). This basic drive configuration saves fuel.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Clean Fleet Report perks up when we hear about a vehicle not known for getting good fuel economy being reimagined to be more efficient and easier on the environment at the same time. liter turbocharged gasoline engine. With no battery charge the gasoline engine kicks-in resulting in the lower fuel economy number.

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Large commercial trucks and other heavy equipment have run on diesel fuel for many decades now. Rising fuel-economy standards during the 2020s will do the same. Charging infrastructure installs vary, a lot. The time and cost of installing the needed charging infrastructure for electric trucks can vary enormously.

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Volvo Fleet Electric Electrical 131

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JULY 18, 2017

All components of relevance for efficient emissions reduction are installed directly on the engine. It makes it possible to significantly further reduce the untreated emissions from the engine across the entire engine map, with the center of combustion being optimized for fuel economy.

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Diesel Exhaust Mercedes Emissions 150

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OCTOBER 31, 2013

different operating pressure, or cold/cryogenic compressed hydrogen); and advanced state-of-the-art compressed tank manufacturing. A vehicle that achieves a fuel economy of 60 miles per kilogram of hydrogen (i.e., kWh per kilogram H 2 ) to meet a 300-mile driving range goal. Currently, high-pressure (i.e.,

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Carbon Fiber Hydrogen 2017 Carbon 218

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AUGUST 22, 2013

Jaguar Land Rover Ltd is interested in technology capable of being applied to gasoline engine passenger cars while Rolls-Royce PLC is interested in marine applications related to diesel engines. Both the marine and automotive installations will be designed to enable their implementation at a commercially viable cost.

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Exhaust Waste Land Rover Fuel 210

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MAY 6, 2012

In the previous model, some of the gasoline engines were mounted with a forward tilt of 10 degrees, and their exhaust side faced the radiator grille, while the exhaust side of the TDI engine faced the bulkhead. The resulting improved mixture formation boosts fuel economy and reduces particulate emissions.

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Audi Engine Exhaust Oil 334

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8 The First Car Vietnamese Car Comes To North America When Vietnam’s largest company, the VinGroup, announced in 2017 they were entering the automobile manufacturing business, it probably didn’t get too much notice. For when not at home, VinFast has developed a Plug & Charge feature. SiriusXM is not available.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

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NOVEMBER 29, 2010

China has developed a draft plan to invest $17 billion in central government funds in fuel economy, hybrids, plug-in hybrids, electric and fuel cell vehicles, with the goal of producing 5 million new energy vehicles and 15 million fuel-efficient conventional vehicles by 2020. Renewable Energy. Supercomputing.

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Energy China Clean Cleaning 342

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NOVEMBER 13, 2012

The scope of the agreement also includes project installation. The new system will help reduce a fleet operator’s fuel costs by more than 25% compared to diesel fuel. LNG produced with this MicroLNG system can be used to fuel approximately 28,000 heavy trucks, replacing diesel-powered trucks with equivalent fuel economy.

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