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DECEMBER 1, 2014

At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard. Earlier post.).

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Standards International Vehicles Hybrid 257

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1

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Fuel Economy MPG Toyota Hybrid 150

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NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Called QamFree” in the Qoros application, FreeValve uses PHEA technology to replace the traditional camshaft-based method of controlling valve operation in an internal combustion engine. The benefits are not confined to significant performance improvements and better fuel economy. The engine on show at Guangzhou is a 1.6-liter

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Engine Auto Fuel Power 218

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AUGUST 15, 2013

Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. Initially the power range of the 1.6 mph), and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at speeds of up to 20 km/h (12.4 2015 GLA-Class. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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JANUARY 11, 2011

Daimler staged the debut of the diesel-powered all-wheel-drive 2012MY S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC at the 2011 North American International Auto Show— the return of the diesel-powered S-Class sedan to the US market. Powered by a 3.0-liter Powered by a 3.0-liter

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Diesel Market Power Powered 210

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MARCH 28, 2012

The omission of the converter allows all-electric motoring as well as sailing, thus significantly boosting the potential to reduce fuel consumption. Electrical power alone is used for moving off and driving under low load. In most cases the car uses electric power alone for maneuvering and parking.

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Hybrid Mercedes Diesel Fuel Economy 321

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NOVEMBER 6, 2019

One of Schaeffler’s latest E-Mobility technologies, the modular hybrid transmission enables hybridization for the SUV, truck and off-road vehicle segments, while providing more power and torque. The only faster entry was the Ford Police Interceptor Utility powered by a 3.0-liter liter-equipped model in 0-60 mph by 1.1

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MARCH 4, 2013

Axion Power International, Inc, the developer of advanced lead-carbon PbC batteries and energy storage systems ( earlier post ), has entered a strategic relationship with ePower Engine Systems LLC. the diesel engine powers a generator that in turn provides power directly to the traction motors.

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Diesel Peterbilt Fuel Economy Lead Acid 231

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

Boston-Power, Inc. Protean CEO Bob Purcell is also on Boston-Power’s Board of Directors.) It features an all-new EV system developed to demonstrate a peak combined 320 kW and 2,350 lb-ft (3,200 N·m) torque from pure electric power using four direct-drive Protean Electric motors, one in each wheel. Click to enlarge.

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Boston Mercedes Hybrid Power 257

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Ford engineers have further optimized power, torque and fuel efficiency from the 2.0-liter liter EcoBoost gasoline engine achieves a 7% improvement in fuel efficiency when paired with the six-speed manual gearbox and equipped with Auto-Start-Stop, compared with the power-equivalent 1.6-liter liter TDCi diesel engine.

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Fuel Economy Ford Europe Fuel 218

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NOVEMBER 27, 2017

engines received updates to reduce internal friction, which increases low-end torque, while also reducing real-world fuel consumption and particulate matter formation during combustion. Mazda CX-5’s SKYACTIV-G 2.5 Running on two cylinders reduces pumping loss and mechanical resistance.

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Mazda 2018 Standards Engine 150

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MARCH 28, 2018

Toyota introduced the fifth-generation RAV4 at the New York International Auto Show. liter 4-cylinder Dynamic Force Engine provides a highly responsive, yet fuel efficient driving experience. The new RAV4 offers two powertrains: the Dynamic Force 2.5-liter Earlier post.). With a 40% thermal efficiency (41% for hybrids), the 2.5-liter

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OCTOBER 10, 2012

Their paper was presented at the ASME Internal Combustion Engine Division 2012 Fall Technical Conference by Marcello Canova, assistant professor at OSU; lead author was Philipp Skarke, from the University of Stuttgart Institute for Internal Combustion Engines and Automotive Engineering. —Skarke et al. Skarke et al.

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Waste PHEV Fuel Exhaust 312

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OCTOBER 25, 2013

The engine powering the BMW 220i Coupe sources significantly higher output from its 2.0-liter The BMW 220i Coupe accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h / 62 mph in 7.0 seconds on the way to a top speed of 235 km/h / 146 mph (automatic: 230 km/h / 143 mph). The average fuel consumption of the BMW 220i Coupe stands at between 6.1

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BMW Fuel MPH Power 210

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MARCH 1, 2012

The LC Super Hybrid, conceived by Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) and the Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium (ALABC) to show that significant CO 2 reduction can be achieved through electric hybridization at low voltages (12-48 volts) using the latest lead-carbon batteries, will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show.

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MARCH 17, 2015

liter three-cylinder EcoBoost is a multiple award-winning engine, earning Engine Technology International’s International Engine of the Year honors three years in a row. liter four-cylinder engines, and the powerful 2.7-liter liter EcoBoost engine returns EPA-estimated fuel economy of 42 mpg (5.6 liter; and 2.3-liter

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Ford Engine Louisville Fuel Economy 150

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The Supercharger is substantially more powerful than any charging technology to date, providing almost 100 kW of power to the Model S, with the potential to go as high as 120 kW in the future. Most people who begin a road trip at 9:00 a.m. Tesla will also begin installing Superchargers in Europe and Asia in the second half of 2013.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2009

At the China International Industry Fair held earlier in November in Shanghai, SAIC Group displayed six models of new energy vehicles, which will serve the Expo 2010. The Roewe 550, a plug-in strong hybrid car offering a 50% boost in fuel economy, will enter the market in quantities in 2012. Earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 5, 2013

liter continues to take advantage of technologies including direct fuel injection, twin independent variable camshaft timing and turbocharging to produce bigger-engine power and torque with improved fuel efficiency. This results in better fuel economy, idle stability and lower emissions. Engines Fuel Efficiency'

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Ford Exhaust Fuel Economy Engine 355

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FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Both solutions enable stop-start functionality and can help reduce the fuel consumption of a traditional internal combustion engine by 2-3% during the standard driving cycle and by up to 15% in congested urban traffic. —Valeo Group Product Marketing Director Derek de Bono.

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Market Hybrid Fuel Economy Citroen 199

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JANUARY 6, 2011

GM will reveal the new 2012 Buick Verano compact luxury sedan, the brand’s third new model in the past two years and first in the compact luxury segment, at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) next week in Detroit. It delivers an estimated 177 hp (132 kW) and 170 lb-ft torque (230 N·m), 0-60 mph performance of 8.0

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Buick 2012 Fuel Economy MPG 199

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APRIL 3, 2013

The electric drive produces 95 hp (71 kW), more than double the power of the previous model’s electric motor (47 hp, 35 kW). Via the integrated on-board charging componentry and the standard Porsche Universal Charger (AC), the battery can reach full charge within approximately two and a half hours when connected to a 240V power source.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2009

Volkswagen will introduce the new generation of the Polo BlueMotion, Golf BlueMotion and Passat BlueMotion at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt in two weeks. The Polo BlueMotion, with a top speed of 173 km/h (108 mph), makes its market debut in 2010. seconds, with a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). L/100km (61.8

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MPG MPH Diesel Fuel Economy 307

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MAY 6, 2012

liters and their power from 90 kW (122 hp) to 132 kW (180 hp). The start-stop system utilizes a new glass mat battery and reduces fuel consumption by up to 0.3 Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) takes 8.6 seconds; acceleration tops out at 216 km/h (134 mph). liters of fuel per 100 km (57.4 liters (0.11

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Audi Engine Exhaust Oil 334

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APRIL 23, 2012

TFSI that outputs 155 kW (211 hp) and an electric motor with 70 kW (95 hp) peak power. This technology platform can be operated with only the internal combustion engine, only the electric drive, or in hybrid mode. miles) on electric power. The A6 L e-tron features a parallel hybrid system combining a 2.0

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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. The gasoline plug-in hybrid is ideal for the American motorist who wants an electric car while at the same time retaining all the power and capacity that comes in his or her.

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline 268

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NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The new parallel-type electric power steering system is rack-mounted rather than column-mounted as is the case in the previous model. Power and efficiency both make a leap in the 2019 RAV4 with the new Dynamic Force 2.5-liter vs. 5.425), resulting in quicker and smoother acceleration, getting drivers from 0 – 60 mph in 8.2

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

Citroën is introducing the first members of its new PureTech family of three-cylinder gasoline engines on the C3, DS3 and C-Elysée (for international markets) ranges. liter with power ranging from 68 hp to 82 hp (50 to 60 kW). The specifications also stipulated a specific power of 50 kW per liter. Reduced internal friction.

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

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FEBRUARY 21, 2010

In addition to introducing the next-generation Focus to the European market after its introduction at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit ( earlier post ), Ford will show the production versions of the new C-MAX and Grand C-MAX, previewed at the Frankfurt Show last year, at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Click to enlarge.

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Ford Fuel Economy MPG Production 199

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MARCH 31, 2010

As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. This means the wheels are turned by power coming directly from the gasoline engine, or the electric motor, or both together, as conditions demand. Hybrid power control unit. L/100km) and city fuel economy of 37 mpg (6.4

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Nickel Metal Hydride New York Hyundai Hybrid 210

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DECEMBER 6, 2016

The new powertrain units provide approximately 10% better power performance (in terms of the time needed for a gasoline-powered vehicle to accelerate from 0-60 mph and for a hybrid vehicle to accelerate from 25-43.5 mph) and approximately 20% better fuel economy. Dynamic Force Engines. THS II for 2.5-liter

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JULY 1, 2023

After 2025 they will come out with no new internal combustion engine models and, by 2030, will only sell cars and SUVs powered by a battery. Turbocharged+Supercharged Under the hood–power and surprising fuel economy The potent power from the turbocharged and electric supercharged 3.5-liter

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Fuel Economy MPG Lexus Miles 85

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MARCH 28, 2010

At the upcoming New York International Auto Show, Chevrolet will reveal the compact 2011 Cruze Eco—the high-efficiency model referenced last year that will deliver an estimated 40 mpg on the highway using a 1.4L has the power of a larger engine but retains the efficiency of a small-displacement four-cylinder in most driving conditions.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

The 140 kW/190 hp variant of the new four-cylinder power unit, meanwhile, boosts peak torque by 20 N·m (15 lb-ft) to 400 N·m (295 lb-ft). All the model variants—in both Sedan and Touring guise—accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) 0.2 Compression ratio on both versions is 16.5. lbs) over the outgoing engines.

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BMW MPG Diesel Exhaust 255

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JUNE 9, 2016

Co-authors are from Argonne National Laboratory; the US Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies, Fuel Cell Technologies, and Bioenergy Technologies Offices; the National Renewable Energy Laboratory; the Electric Power Research Institute; Fiat Chrysler Automobiles; General Motors; Chevron; and Ford. Elgowainy et al. Resources.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Ford’s Lincoln brand revealed its first hybrid—the new mid-size 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid—during the press preview to the New York International Auto Show. The pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph (76 km/h). Adds engine output power and battery output power. The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.

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2011 HS 250h MPG Hybrid 170

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FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Maximum speed is 180 km/h (112 mph) for the manual version. Combined cycle fuel economy figures for the manual Visia (entry-level) version is 4.1 As well as delivering low CO 2 emissions, the lightweight, low-friction 1,198cc three-cylinder unit produces the power expected from a conventional 1.5-liter The Micra DIG-S.

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