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AUGUST 7, 2013

Opel will introduce the first in an all-new modular family of small-displacement three- and four-cylinder gasoline direct injection engines at the upcoming Frankfurt International Motor Show next month. Matthias Alt, Opel’s Chief Engineer, Small Gasoline Engines. Click to enlarge. The new three-cylinder 85 kW/115 hp, 1.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

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. —Paul Bloore.

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Fuel Economy Diesel Economy Engine 150

Green Car Congress

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. This has been achieved within the new Auris gasoline engine range through the use of high, 11.5:1

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Gasoline Diesel Toyota Emissions 252

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2015

With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. liter hybrid powertrain completes one of the broadest ranges of engine choice for any model in this segment. Click to enlarge.

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JULY 2, 2015

The company also showcased the use of direct water injection to enhance the efficiency of combustion engines at higher performance levels while also significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions in key driving cycles. BMW is collaborating with Toyota on fuel cell systems. Earlier post.). Top: full powertrain.

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Water BMW Engine Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

liter EcoBoost gasoline engine and new Focus also will be available for the first time with Ford’s 1.5-liter Ford engineers have further optimized power, torque and fuel efficiency from the 2.0-liter liter EcoBoost gasoline engine, including a 99 g/km CO 2 1.0-liter liter Ti-VCT gasoline and 1.6-liter When the new 1.5-liter

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Fuel Economy Ford Europe Fuel 218

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APRIL 9, 2014

improvement in city fuel economy (24.5 D-EGR is a SwRI-developed gasoline engine concept that uses in-cylinder fuel reforming to produce CO and H 2 (with Research Octane Numbers of 106 and 130, respectively) and high levels of recirculated gas (EGR) to achieve very high levels of thermal efficiency. mpg) and a 9.2%

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Gasoline Emissions Diesel Exhaust 317

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JUNE 9, 2020

It also achieves an all-electric driving range of 95 kilometers (59 miles), and a hybrid fuel economy of 22 km/L (51.7 The air conditioner employs a heat pump system that uses the heat from external air to raise the temperature of engine coolant water to heat the vehicle interior.

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PHEV Japan Toyota Lithium Ion 286

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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

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2017

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is introducing the KAI CONCEPT compact hatchback ( earlier post ), powered by the next-generation SKYACTIV-X spark-controlled compression-ignition (SPCCI) gasoline engine ( earlier post ), SKYACTIV-Vehicle Architecture and a more mature expression of the KODO design language. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Mazda Engine Concept Fuel Economy 170

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

A study of isopentanol—a five-carbon, long-chain alcohol (C 5 H 12 O)—by researchers at Sandia National Laboratories as a fuel for homogeneous charge compression ignition (HCCI) engines found that isopentanol has superior physiochemical properties compared to ethanol and very similar HCCI combustion properties to gasoline.

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Gasoline Fuel San Diego Engine 231

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JUNE 10, 2014

liter gasoline engine and linear acceleration all the way up the rpm range. Additional technologies include an expanded homogenous lean burn range; further reduction in mechanical resistance; and insulation technology to curb the increase in cooling loss associated with a smaller engine size. Earlier post.)

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Diesel Mazda Fuel Economy Cleaning 239

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

liter, four-cylinder engine of the new CLA 250 is a member of the BlueDIRECT family of gasoline engines, and was first applied in combination with exhaust-gas turbocharging and external high-pressure exhaust gas recirculation in the E 250 Coupé introduced last year ( earlier post ). Source: Vent et al. Click to enlarge. Source: Vent et al.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes Diesel Fuel 236

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JUNE 29, 2012

liter gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engine, the first developed in-house by a domestic Chinese company. To withstand the high exhaust temperatures of gasoline engines, the pneumatically actuated KP39 turbocharger is equipped with a water-cooled bearing housing. liter engine as powerful as a naturally aspirated 2.4-liter

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BYD Engine Design Auto 218

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2012

Both the E-Class sedan and wagon offer a range of gasoline and diesel engines, all coming with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment. The gasoline engines offered in the MY14 E-Class in the US are the V6 and V8 units in the E350 and E550, which will go on sale in Spring 2013. Earlier post.). city/highway).

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Gasoline Mercedes Engine 2014 231

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2013

Among the many features of the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee—introduced at the Detroit Auto Show—two in particular contribute to significantly improved fuel economy and driving performance: an optional new 3.0-liter L/100km) highway for the SUV (4x2) and a range of more than 730 miles (1,175 km). Click to enlarge.

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Jeep MPG 2014 Fuel Economy 231

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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 overall improved system also helps achieve fuel economy gains. liter gasoline engine in all speed ranges, from low to high rpm. Equipped with an optimized 2.0-liter km/L (48 mpg US, 4.85

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Japan Nissan Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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FEBRUARY 18, 2016

The 34 kW, 150 N·m water-cooled Crank-Integrated Starter Generator (C-ISG) starts the engine, charges the battery and can also support the combustion engine with electric boost power. The rear drive utilizes a 65 kW peak, 240 N·m peak electric machine with a water-cooled stator. T8 Twin Engine AWD powertrain.

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Volvo PHEV Range Miles 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2013

At SAE World Congress in Detroit, Honda engineers presented several papers on the development of the new Accord plug-in hybrid, describing work on the new gasoline engine (which will also be featured in the coming full hybrid version of the Accord), and the development of the new two-motor system. gasoline engine. Water pump.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). That makes the 2020 Corolla Hybrid the most fuel-efficient model to ever wear the model name that debuted more than a half-century ago. At mid-range and high engine loads, the preload differential functions as an open differential. Earlier post.).

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MPG Hybrid Toyota Auto 306

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MARCH 8, 2017

The newly developed MQB-based fastback model initially offers a choice of three gasoline and three diesel engines. The base gasoline engine, the 1.5 TSI (92 kW); the improvements in fuel economy take effect across a wide range of the engine map. Volkswagen introduced a version of this Millerized 1.5L

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Engine Exhaust Gasoline Water 191

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OCTOBER 11, 2017

The most recent GREET versions are the GREET1 2017 version for fuel-cycle analysis and GREET2 2017 version for vehicle-cycle analysis. Added biomass-derived high octane gasoline via indirect liquefaction and renewable gasoline/diesel pathways from fast pyrolysis. The first version of GREET was released in 1996.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

In 1975, General Ernesto Geisel, then-president of Brazil, ordered the country’s gasoline supply mixed with 10% ethanol. The level was raised to 25% over the next five years, which was intended to maintain a constant Brazilian gasoline supply for an ever-increasing demand.

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Transportation Fuel Renewable Gasoline-Electric 317

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

liter hybrid system; and new 4WD systems—one for gasoline-engined cars, one for hybrids—based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA). The basic function of any transmission system is to achieve transmission efficiency, high-efficiency engine ranges, and highly responsive gear changes. Conversion to wider gear ranges.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2016

kWh battery pack for twice the electric range of its predecessor, as well as some enhancements to its powertrain, including a Toyota-first dual motor generator drive system. The EPA-estimated all-electric range is up to 25 miles at up to 84 mph. 1, yet runs on regular-grade gasoline. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2010

Toyota introduced the Auris Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) at the 2010 Geneva motor show, marking a significant milestone in Toyota’s planned deployment of the Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain across Toyota’s entire model range by early 2020s. liter diesel or gasoline hatchback. liter diesel or gasoline hatchback. Earlier post.).

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2010 Gasoline Toyota Diesel 199

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APRIL 23, 2010

Gamma GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine; the latest edition of its 3.3L is the smallest Hyundai engine yet to benefit from the application of Gasoline Direct Injection technology. Water jacket inserts help maintain a stable temperature balance between the upper and lower blocks. Fuel economy is rated 5.7

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Hyundai Engine C1 Fuel Economy 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 20, 2014

The Lexus NX compact crossover offers the brand’s first gasoline turbo engine in the NX 200t. NX 200t turbo will balance fuel economy with responsive acceleration and agility and will be available in the US market along with the NX 300h hybrid. The all-new NX is Lexus’ first entry into the luxury compact crossover segment.

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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. But when including the electric range of 25 miles, the city and highway combined number is 56 MPGe. The gas-powered side of the 4xe.

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APRIL 10, 2018

The new Focus features a broad suite of Ford advanced driver assistance technologies and advanced EcoBoost gasoline and EcoBlue diesel engines offering a 10% fuel-efficiency improvement across the range. A high-pressure fuel rail that now delivers up to 250 bar injection pressure, helping reduce particulates emissions.

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APRIL 19, 2016

In PEM fuel cells, the humidity of the electrolyte membrane must be controlled to ensure sufficient proton conductivity; this function is usually performed by an external humidifier. For the stack, Toyota: Reduced the thickness of the electrolyte membrane, promoting the diffusion of the water in the air system. Fuel economy.

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JULY 7, 2014

liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine, which brings the brand’s number of hybrid offerings to six—the most among luxury brands. liter turbocharged gasoline engine has a combination water-cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin-scroll turbocharger. liter four-cylinder engine and the NX 300h hybrid with 2.5-liter

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North America Lexus America Fuel Economy 210

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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. A variable cooling system (electric water pump, electric thermostat) and a fully variable oil pump further improve engine efficiency. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0

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NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Audi is now refreshing its A1 models, including the offer of six engines—gasoline and diesel—that are new or that have been intensively further developed. TFSI gasoline engine and the 1.4 level engine is the first three-cylinder gasoline engine in the history of Audi. TDI diesel. TDI follows the 2.0L Earlier post.)

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Audi Diesel Engine MPG 207

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NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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JULY 22, 2014

liter EcoBoost 4x2 has a maximum payload rating of 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg) and maximum tow rating of 8,500 pounds (3,856 kg), suited for meeting mid-range capability needs. liter EcoBoost engine also features Ford’s first use of a compacted graphite iron cylinder block in a gasoline engine, the same material used in Ford’s 6.7-liter

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 8, 2022

We will do a full Road Test in the coming months, reviewing the Sequoia in detail, including real world fuel economy. Fuel economy numbers have not been announced, but the same gasoline-hybrid power plant in the Toyota Tundra pickup gets 20 mpg city/24 highway/22 combined. Power and Efficiency. Smooth Performer.

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