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JUNE 16, 2012

Other successful initiatives—highlighted in Ford’s 13th annual Sustainability Report—include reductions in water use, waste-to-landfill and CO 2 emissions as well as improvements in vehicle fuel economy and safety. The company also announced plans to reduce usage another 25% on a per-vehicle basis by 2016.

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OCTOBER 3, 2015

GREET (The Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy Use in Transportation Model) is a full life-cycle model used to evaluate and compare the environmental impacts of new transportation fuels and advanced vehicle technologies. Soybeans-based fuels: updated N 2 O emissions in soybean fields.

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JANUARY 7, 2010

has entered into a joint development program with the Energy & Environmental Research Center ( EERC ) at the University of North Dakota (UND) in Grand Forks for converting a wide variety of biomass and waste into bio-butanol. Syntec Biofuel Inc.

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OCTOBER 8, 2016

GREET is a full life-cycle model that allows researchers and analysts to evaluate various vehicle and fuel combinations on a full fuel-cycle/vehicle-cycle basis. Updated high-octane-fuel (HOF, with research octane number of 100) pathways in GREET with E10, E25, and E40 ethanol blends.

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JANUARY 11, 2010

These projects will receive more than $115 million in funding to develop and demonstrate systems-level fuel efficiency technologies by 2015, including improved aerodynamics, reducing engine idling technologies, waste heat recovery to increase engine efficiency, advanced combustion techniques, and powertrain hybridization. Cummins Inc.

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DECEMBER 1, 2017

The eTorque system improves fuel economy, launch performance, and driver comfort during start/stop operations. The eTorque system’s hybrid functions include auto stop/start, electric power assist, extended fuel shut-off, transmission shift management, intelligent battery charging and regenerative braking. 1 crawl ratio.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2011

Syracuse University (with BorgWarner of Ithaca) is working on a diesel engine fuel injection system that would create a “supercritical” mixture of fuel and carbon dioxide for a more efficient, less polluting engine. The technology could increase fuel efficiency 5 to 10%. NYSERDA funding: $260,000. NYSERDA funding: $50,000.

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Diesel Transportation New York Pollution 199

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OCTOBER 12, 2009

Among the projects discussed were reducing cold starts; using waste heat for different heating applications in the car; and a new implementation of a thermoelectric generator (TEG) for waste heat recovery. Heating with waste heat. Encapsulating the engine for heat retention. Click to enlarge. No more cold starts.

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BMW Fuel Exhaust CO2 218

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. Fuel economy reported by Clean Fleet Report represents the reviewer’s driving experience. Eco prioritizes fuel economy by optimizing throttle response and reducing the air conditioning output. Safety and Convenience.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Compared to baseline figures for 2010, the Group wants to reduce energy and water consumption, waste generation and emissions (including CO 2 emissions) by 25% in all of its business areas. This can significantly improve fuel economy when the driver adopts an anticipatory style of driving. 10-speed DSG.

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Emissions Fuel Range Fuel Economy 199

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

seconds; its EPA estimated fuel economy rating is 42 mpg US (5.6 Together, these technologies minimize situations when fuel enrichment is necessary to protect the catalytic converter from overheating damage, thereby improving fuel economy and lowering emissions. km) at speeds of up to 28 mph (45 km/h).

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Exhaust 225

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MARCH 13, 2016

Alternative fuel combustion. Waste heat recovery. Energy and Water. Advanced air management system (exhaust gas recirculation, turbocharger, supercharging). High conversion efficiency NO x after-treatment and particulate filters. Engine thermal management. Engine friction reduction. Applied research, test, and evaluation.

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AUGUST 20, 2013

Blending 25-50% of this low-temperature ethanol reformate with ethanol or E85 fuels enables dilute engine operation, resulting in substantial improvements in fuel economy and emissions. Unlike high-temperature reforming, supplementary water is not required. —Sall et al.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Technologies that reduce the time needed for Li-ion cell formation and improved Li-ion coating process through the use of either dry processing techniques or more environmentally benign solvents, such as water. For light duty passenger vehicles, the fuel economy improvement must be measured over the US06 cycle.

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MARCH 27, 2015

liter engine, a hybrid system, a Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) system, along with a number of other upgrades. Friction-reducing measures include a variable speed water pump, a clutched air compressor, low-viscosity oil and an improved cylinder kit. This reduces friction, and increases efficiency and fuel economy. Powertrain.

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2009

The Gen III Prius offers an EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy of 50 mpg (now revealed to comprise 50 mpg city and 49 mpg highway). This is about a 10% improvement in EPA-rated combined cycle fuel economy over the older generation. The 2010 Prius features a new 1.8-liter liter engine (up from 1.5

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MARCH 14, 2010

Other highlights include an all-aluminum crankcase, four-valve technology with adjustable camshafts, an air/water intercooler, generator management and the standard stop-start function. The wet start-up clutch replaces a conventional torque converter, and helps to save fuel.

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Green Cars News

MAY 5, 2009

The majority is sourced from hydropower and the rest from wind power and generation from waste, with sources based in the UK and on the continent. Graham Hoare, head of Ford Dunton, said: “The Dunton team includes engineers working hard at maximising fuel economy and minimising emissions across the Ford vehicle range.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2009

In general, they found that the dominant contributions to energy consumption and GHG emissions for onroad and air modes are from operational components, suggesting that technological advancements to improve fuel economy and switches to lower fossil carbon fuels are the most effective for improving environmental performance.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2011

As motor oil ages in use, the additives are consumed, and the oil picks up water, sludge and other contaminants. An oft-cited data point its that 1 gallon of motor oil can contaminate 1 million gallons of drinking water. Removal of water and light hydrocarbons such as fuel.

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Oil Motor Motors Motoring 210

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MARCH 12, 2010

Ford’s all-new 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks are equipped with new diesel and gasoline engine powertrains that deliver improvements in torque, horsepower and fuel economy. liter V-8 gas engine average a 15% improvement in fuel economy versus 2010 models. Too much pressure wastes fuel.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Gasoline 220

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2009

BMW is exploring two pathways for waste heat recovery in vehicles: one thermoelectric, the other thermodynamic. Based on bench test measurements, BMW has concluded that waste heat recovery can provide an additional power output of about 10% at typical highway cruising speeds. Adapted from Ringler et al. 2009) Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Plug-in Hyundai Hybrid Plug 186

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MARCH 28, 2011

For one thing, they will help reduce the weight of cars and that will improve fuel economy. These include greater resistance to damage from heat, spilled gasoline, water, and oxygen. We believe that a lot of car parts, including dashboards, bumpers, side panels, will be made of nano-sized fruit fibers in the future.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

The new Fisher buses will provide more than triple the equivalent fuel economy in all-electric mode and reduce CO2 emissions due to the extensive use of lightweight materials and the large capacity battery system. Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority, Ohio: $2,257,000. TIGGER will fund the labor portion of the project only.

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Emissions Gas Energy Maintenance 256

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JULY 11, 2012

Historical and projected achieved fuel economy (mpg US) for passenger cars and light trucks. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and NHTSA have been working together on developing the National Program of harmonized regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve fuel economy. Source: NHTSA Final EIS.

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2017 Standards Fuel Economy MPG 236

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Plug-in Hyundai Hybrid Plug 150

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The specific development aim was to provide the performance of a BMW M Car and a highly emotional character combined with the fuel economy and emission management of a modern small car in the premium class. Thermo-electric generator. Earlier post.). Aerodynamics. Measuring only 1.24 metres or 48.8"

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JUNE 7, 2010

combined with fuel consumption of an engine of its size. It is equipped with a low inertia turbocharger and was engineered to provide standard-setting performance and fuel economy for its class. When the engine starts from cold, the valve is closed and prevents water from circulating around the combustion chambers.

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JANUARY 24, 2024

One, the Clean Energy Minerals Reform Act will create a framework for ethical, responsible mining to support a clean energy transition that protects mining-adjacent communities, adjoining land, and downstream water resources.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2012

The FOA covers 8 broad topics—Vehicles; Biomass; Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies; Advanced Manufacturing; Buildings; Solar; Water; and Wind—and 30 subtopics aligned with Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) programs. EERE is the only program Office participating in this FOA. Advanced Materials.

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Vehicles 210

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JUNE 12, 2012

This project will develop a Protected Lithium Electrode , a solid electrolyte and a scaled up manufacturing process for high energy density lithium-air, lithium-water and lithium-sulfur batteries. The PolyPlus lithium-water battery has achieved the highest energy density ever recorded at 1,300 Wh/kg. System for Industrial Water Reuse.

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APRIL 10, 2013

The Eco Turbo version, delivering 125 kW (170 hp) and 280 N·m (207 lb-ft) peak torque, is focused on optimized fuel economy, high low-end torque and outstanding elasticity. This allows a faster and more precise adjustment of the fueling than map-based systems. For durability, it is water-cooled. Click to enlarge.

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Engine 2016 Fuel Economy Fuel 287

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JULY 21, 2013

We also produce a huge amount of waste and we are looking at schemes that convert biomass into hydrogen. So as well as producing a clean fuel we would be reducing the amount of waste we put into landfill. kg of hydrogen, fuel economy works out to 1kg of hydrogen delivering 106 km of range. km/liter (67.3

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

According to the survey, auto makers are focused on rightsizing, as opposed to just downsizing engines, to optimize vehicle performance and fuel economy as global regulations continue to drive more fuel efficiency. The fuel economy-focused three-cylinder 1.0-liter The new Kappa 1.0-liter liter T-GDI.

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Hyundai Engine Fuel Economy Downsizing 150

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Regenerative braking is the basis of improvement in fuel economy. During this time, the electric motor assists in accelerating the vehicle, using some of the recaptured electrical energy to reduce the load on the engine, and therefore reduce fuel consumption.

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Green Cars News

MAY 3, 2009

BMW is looking into ways to maximise waste heat recovery in vehicles with two pathways being explored - thermoelectric and thermodynamic. It has found, through bench test measurements that waste heat recovery can provide an additional power output of around 10 per cent. per cent. . per cent. . per cent and 31.7

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