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Motor Trend named the Volkswagen Golf family—Golf 1.8T, Golf TDI Clean Diesel, Golf GTI and e-Golf models—as the 2015 Motor Trend Car of the Year. —Motor Trend. Motor Trend ’s Car of the Year program is open to any all-new or substantially upgraded 2015 automobile. liter turbocharged I-4 gas engines.

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MARCH 3, 2014

Audi is unveiling the third-generation of its TT compact sports car at the Geneva Motor Show. liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). liters per 100 km (35 mpg US ) and CO2 emissions of 159 g per km (256 g/mile). 3 rd generation Audi TT. Click to enlarge.

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liter turbocharged engine with a 44kW motor to achieve up to 39 mpg (targeted). Together, engine and motor make 226 horsepower channeled to either the front wheels or an active all-wheel-drive system. Minimized road, wind, and engine noise via greater application of sound-absorbing and insulating materials.

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Los Angeles Kia Hybrid Auto 413

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DECEMBER 12, 2011

engine; GM estimates highway fuel economy of 37 mpg US (6.4 kW lithium-ion battery, an electric motor-generator and next-generation Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed transmission. The system’s electric motor-generator is mounted to an Ecotec 2.4L The system’s electric motor-generator is mounted to an Ecotec 2.4L

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Chevrolet MPG 2012 Fuel Economy 225

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MAY 24, 2013

mpg US) averaged over all drives. l/100 km (84 mpg US). mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. Here, the electric motor acts as a generator, which increases load on the combustion engine until the engine is operating in very efficient load ranges. Motor and battery.

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Porsche MPG Hybrid PHEV 273

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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. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. 2015 GLA-Class. l/100 km (54.7

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. FWD models will feature a Li-ion battery. The system combines the output of a 1.8-liter

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Honda Motor Co., i-VTEC Engine + Ultra-thin DC Brushless Motor (cut-away model). liter i-VTEC engine and Honda’s proprietary Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system with a 6-speed manual transmission—the first such on a hybrid. km/L (59 mpg US, 4.0 km/L (53 mpg US, 4.4 km/L (54 mpg US, 4.4 km/L (48 mpg US, 4.9

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Japan Honda Hybrid Civic Hybrid 210

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JULY 24, 2011

Daihatsu, the minivehicle specialist in the Toyota Group, has developed “e:S Technology (Energy Saving Technology) that it says will be at the heart of production of future motor vehicles with high fuel efficiency, low prices, and resource-saving features. L/100km) in JC08 mode. Running resistance lowered. Energy Management.

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MPG Engine Oil Downsizing 246

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

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Prius MPG 2016 Toyota 150

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JUNE 4, 2018

Toyota Motor is introducing a mid-lifecycle model change for the AYGO, its successful A-segment entry in the European market. A new throttle body motor and ignition coil were adopted and, last but not least, we made changes to the cylinder head and block, the piston design and the EGR system. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km.

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MPG Engine Toyota 2018 186

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The company is also implementing low-voltage, large-torque, double-winding motor technologies for battery-acceleration-assist and regenerative braking. on a 30 mpg car, that’s as much as a 7 mpg improvement!). These changes have been shown to save as much as 1.5 liters of fuel/100km, the company said. (on

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JULY 3, 2013

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced that as of the end of June, worldwide cumulative sales of the Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle (generations I, II and III) passed the 3-million mark. mpg US to 89.4 mpg US, as measured using the 10-15 test cycle of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism).

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Prius Sale 2003 Japan 259

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JUNE 29, 2015

Average fuel efficiency in the US is 22 miles per gallon (mpg). New cars in 2015 get 25 mpg.) An acre of corn that provides 500 gallons of ethanol, at 22 mpg, gives you 11,000 miles, or would, if such gallons had the same energy content as a gallon of gasoline. Unfortunately, they don’t. This, however, is a fallacy.

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Miles Solar Gasoline-Electric MPG 368

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FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Elio Motors, the startup vehicle manufacturer launching a three-wheeled vehicle that will get up to 84 MPG with a targeted base price of $6,800 ( earlier post ), has released to its suppliers the body framing and engine cradle design for its E-Series engineering prototypes. —Paul Elio, founder and CEO of Elio Motors.

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Engine Shelby Design Motoring 150

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JUNE 13, 2014

Ford Motor Company is lowering the fuel economy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. Upon further testing, Ford also discovered an error specific to how it correlates wind tunnel results into the TRLHP model. The MKZ hybrid, however, was hit with a 15.6%

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Plug-in 218

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JUNE 15, 2016

Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. EV Drive Operation.

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2017 Hybrid Honda Motor 199

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gas engine is combined with two motor-generators through a planetary-type continuously variable transmission. A new compact high-output/low-loss drive motor for the transaxle/motor uses a redesigned magnet and electromagnetic steel plate configuration, with two additional magnets for increased output.

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Prius Toyota MPG Fuel Economy 195

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NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has begun taking orders through Toyota dealers around Japan for the Prius PHV (plug-in hybrid). km/L (143 mpg US, 1.64 Maximum motor output. Maximum motor torque. liter gasoline engine, electric motor and reduction gear) coupled with a high capacity, new 4.4 mpg US, 3.16

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Prius Japan Plug-in Toyota 240

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mpg US, 5.4 Wind noise is minimized through the Beat’s aerodynamic body line and detailed door sealing structure. General Motors India began operations in 1996 and now offers products under the Chevrolet brand, which was introduced in India in 2003. L/100km), with peak power of 80.5 PS (79 hp, 59 kW). 1.2LS and 1.2LT.

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India Chevrolet GM Global 236

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liter gasoline car due to its 100 kW/136 hp electric motor, which develops torque of 290 Nm (214 lb-ft). mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). liters diesel equivalent/100 km (74 mpg US) and a range of 450 kilometers (280 miles) in NEDC, thanks to 700 bar H 2 tanks. The B-Class F-CELL consumes the equivalent of 3.3

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Norway Hydrogen 2011 Fuel 199

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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

Honda Motor Co., In pursuit of system efficiency, Honda developed a new motor that features an innovative winding method and structure. This newly-developed motor is approximately 23% smaller and lighter than the previous version and yet realizes high torque and high output. Earlier post.) km/L in JC08 mode (61.1

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Minivan Honda Japan Hybrid 150

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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. L/100 km) for cars and more than 43 mpg (5.5 L/100 km) for trucks by 2025.

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Vehicles 210

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mpg US), and CO 2 emissions reduced to 95 g/km in conjunction with a stop/start system. l/100 (49 mpg US) for the 1.33L gasoline unit and 3.8 l/100 (62 mpg US) for the 1.4 And, third, the reduction of wind noise during high speed driving. A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter liter gasoline engine and 1.4-liter

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2014 Engine Toyota Hybrid 273

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MARCH 8, 2012

The new Yaris Hybrid—the first full hybrid vehicle to go on sale in the European B-segment—made its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. L/100km NEDC (67 mpg US), equivalent to 79 g/km CO 2. liter gasoline engine with a lighter, more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack.

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Hybrid Toyota Downsizing Sale 240

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

As a result, the average efficiency of the world’s vehicle fleet is projected to reach about 46 mpg (about 5.1 liters per 100 km) compared to 24 mpg (9.8 Renewable energy supplies—including traditional biomass, hydro and geothermal as well as wind, solar and biofuels—will grow by nearly 60%. Renewable energy.

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Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Oil 309

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JANUARY 12, 2015

GM estimates fuel economy to be 41 mpg combined (MY 2015 = 37 mpg) with 102 mpge (MY 2015 = 98 mpge). Highlights of the 2016 Volt (powertrain details in earlier post ) include: New 111 kW two-motor drive unit is up to 12 percent more efficient and 100 pounds lighter (45 kg) than the first-generation drive unit.

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Volt Miles Range Chevrolet 230

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FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Opel will unveil the Flextreme GT/E mid-size concept car at the 80 th Geneva Motor Show (4-14 March). L/100 km (147 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of less than 40 g/km. The 21-inch alloy wheels are relatively narrow, to reduce wind resistance, and fitted with 195/45, low rolling resistance tires. The Flextreme GT/E concept.

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Extended Range Concept Electric Vehicles Range 199

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JULY 21, 2013

Hyundai Motor, as a supplier to the LHNE project, will join the existing consortium of companies with expertise in hydrogen transport infrastructure and operation, working to establish the UK’s first hydrogen transport network covering London and south east England. mpg US or 3.5 Fuel cell module. Click to enlarge. km/liter (67.3

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London Hydrogen Hyundai Fuel 344

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Combined fuel economy (mpg). The electric drive motor is smaller (-0.4L), lighter (-3.7 In charge sustaining mode, the Sonata PHEV is expected to return 40 mpg (5.88 To implement the charge mode, Hyundai uses a 2-clutch system—one clutch between the engine and motor, one clutch within the transmission. 40 93 MPGe.

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The outgoing model carries a 31/35/33 mpg US EPA rating.). The 2012 hybrid system produces a combined 200 hp (149 kW)—a 7% gain over the older model—and varies power between the gas engine and electric motor, or combines both, as needed. Both motors are driven by three-phase current up to 650V AC. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Camry Hybrid Economy 2012 199

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Model of the Aerodynamics trailer in the wind tunnel. Intensive measurements in the wind tunnel with a 1:2.5-scale mpg US). >. mpg US) is possible for a 40-tonne tractor trailer when a Mercedes-Benz Actros is combined with an Aerodynamics trailer. Also made of plastic, it improves the wind resistance by a further 1–2%.

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Mercedes Fuel Wind Engine 231

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Put another way, even when driving the conventional T6 model and accelerating briskly up a winding road, the driver has no idea that only a 2.0L (1,969 cm 3 ), 4-cylinder gasoline engine is doing the work. L/100km (29 mpg US) on the European cycle, for 186 g CO 2 /km. L/100km (112 mpg US) on the European cycle, for 49 g CO 2 /km.

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turbocharged 4-cylinder direct-injected gasoline engine with a two-motor, 120 kW hybrid transmission; liquid-cooled 18.4 The battery pack is the main distribution unit; it feeds the main traction power inverter module (TPIM), and drives the two-motor EVT. The electric motors. L/100 km (117.7 —Tim Grewe. The GRE EVT.

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Volt Cadillac PHEV Design 150

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APRIL 18, 2016

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 kWh Li-ion battery pack; accessory power module (APM); Voltec transaxle drive unit—including transmission, motors, and power inverter—and associated thermal systems to provide cooling. 2 (1 Motor EV, 2 Motor EV). 1 (1 Motor EV).

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Malibu Hybrid 2016 Chevrolet Design 150

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JUNE 29, 2011

Volkswagen, for example, has installed one of the highest performance wind power systems in the world at its German plant in Emden; it already supplies one-third of the factory’s energy requirements. sunshine duration, wind strength). L/100 km (112 mpg US) is attained (equivalent to 49 g/km CO2). Under the hood.

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Plug-in Fleet Plug Hybrid 210

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MARCH 3, 2010

Hyundai staged the global debut of its i-flow diesel hybrid concept car at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. mpg US) and CO 2 output of 85 g/100km. An eco-driving guidance system is present to encourage super-efficient motoring. The i-flow concept. Click to enlarge. Fuel consumption for the hybrid is 3L/100 km (78.4 Blue Drive.

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