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AUGUST 2, 2009

Changes in the attributes (clockwise from upper left, weight, power, fuel economy and torque) of the Honda Accord over time as an example of fleet trends in the US. In contrast, fuel economy actually increased by 15% during that period. Knittel, 2009. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 28, 2009

The government of New Zealand will not proceed with developing and implementing fuel economy standards as proposed by the previous government. g/km in early 2006 to 203.8 That is one reason why the government will not be advancing the previously proposed vehicle fuel economy standard. Earlier post.) Steven Joyce. Steven Joyce.

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MARCH 3, 2014

At the first model change in 2006, up to 90 kg (198 lbs) were saved. The hood, doors and trunk lid are also made of this light metal. All in all, the Audi engineers have, for the second time in a row, succeeded in significantly reducing the unladen weight of the Audi TT. TFSI engine variant of the new TT weighs just 1,230 kg (2,712 lbs).

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FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Emerging economies understand the role science and innovation play in the global marketplace and in economic competitiveness and have increasingly placed a priority on building their capacity in science and technology. China tripled its number of researchers between 1995 and 2008, whereas South Korea doubled its number between 1995 and 2006.

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JUNE 4, 2009

South Korea plans to raise the fuel economy of locally-made vehicles to surpass future requirements being by the US and Japan, according to the Ministry of Knowledge Economy (MKE). South Korea enacted fuel economy standards in 2006 for domestic cars and in 2009 for imported cars with sales of less than 10,000 vehicles.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

This version of the Plan updates and expands upon previous versions including the 2006 Hydrogen Posture Plan and the 2011 DOE Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Program Plan. The DOE Hydrogen Program is a coordinated Departmental effort to advance the affordable production, transport, storage, and use of hydrogen across different sectors of the economy.

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DECEMBER 12, 2020

The European Commission is proposing modernizing EU legislation on batteries; this would be the first initiative delivered among the actions announced in the new Circular Economy Action Plan. Since 2006, batteries and waste batteries have been regulated at EU level under the Batteries Directive (2006/66/EC). Background.

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OCTOBER 26, 2011

First tests of the “Super Great HEV” have shown about a 10% improvement in fuel economy over conventional diesel-only vehicles. The newly developed parallel hybrid heavy-duty truck is based on the technology of the Canter Eco Hybrid, around 1,200 units of which have been sold since it was introduced in 2006.

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MARCH 26, 2012

Ford of Europe has begun production of the new Fiesta ECOnetic Technology, which offers fuel economy of 3.3l/100 Fuel economy figures quoted are based on the European Fuel Economy Directive EU 80/1268/EEC and will differ from fuel economy drive cycle results in other regions of the world.). Fiesta ECOnetic Technology.

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DECEMBER 8, 2021

Not coincidentally, the first Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for new cars and light trucks became effective with 1978 model-year vehicles. Total consumption (millions of gallons). Consumption per capita. Consumption per capita (gallons). The maximum consumption per capita (505 gallons) was reached in 1978.

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JUNE 12, 2010

Fuel economy was similar between the gHEVs and diesel vehicles, except for the highest kinetic intensity drive cycle where the hybrid exhibited ~20% higher fuel economy. NREL collected and analyzed data for in-use fuel economy and fuel costs, maintenance costs, total operating costs, and vehicle uptime. Chassis Mfr./Model.

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DECEMBER 8, 2013

VMT per capita has declined across the US (2006 to 2011). The average number of vehicle-miles traveled (VMT) per capita declined in 54 out of the 74 large urbanized areas the trends of which could be analyzed between 2006 and 2011. Source: US PIRG. Click to enlarge. percent.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Magnomatics was founded in 2006 by a group of engineers from the University of Sheffield (UK) to commercialize magnetic gearing and motor technology developed there. Much further testing and optimization remains to be done, Kirby noted. Background. Basic overview of Magnomatics magnetic gear and motor technology.

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AUGUST 27, 2013

The rapidly industrializing economies of China and India fueled much of Asia’s demand increase, growing 2.8 Petroleum use in Europe has declined in every year since 2006. In 2009, Asia surpassed North America as the world’s largest petroleum-consuming region as consumption rebounded from its 2008 decline. million bbl/d.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

Toyota last month ended road tests of 126 Priuses in the US, Japan and Europe that began in 2006, company spokeswoman Jana Hartline said in an interview.

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JANUARY 9, 2014

In this case, the Passat BlueMotion Concept has a manufacturer-estimated highway fuel economy of 42 mpg (5.6 All these measures result in the manufacturer-estimated highway fuel economy rating of 42 mpg. l/100 km), best-in-class among non-hybrid, gasoline-engined mid-size sedans. Earlier post.) liter four-cylinder engine starts again.

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DECEMBER 18, 2014

as a 2006 model. The 2015 Audi A3 is the first all-new version of the compact luxury car since it was launched in the U.S. And there are a lot of changes. Most noticeable is its evolution from a five-door hatchback to a four-door sedan, facing it off neatly against the Mercedes-Benz CLA (also a compact, front-wheel-drive sedan).

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NOVEMBER 11, 2012

With a GDP currently growing above the world average, socioeconomic indicators predict Brazil’s economy to more than double over the next 20 years. The country’s domestic air traffic market has doubled since 2006, helping make Brazil the fourth largest passenger traffic market worldwide, following the US, China and Japan.

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AUGUST 17, 2015

In a new report, researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) have calculated the actual, on-road fuel economy for the entire fleet of all vehicles in the US, and for different classes of vehicles, with primary interest in light-duty vehicles (cars, pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs), between 1923 and 2013.

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MAY 17, 2012

The first panel will examine how California can effectively invest the auction funds to meet the goals of Assembly Bill 32 (AB 32) including support of long-term, transformative efforts to improve public health and develop a clean energy economy. The Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (Chapter 488, Statutes of.

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MARCH 10, 2011

In 2006, Shell acquired a 75% share in Tongyi, which is China’s leading independent lubricant manufacturer. In 2002, Shell acquired Pennzoil-Quaker State Company to become the No. 1 lubricants marketer in the USA. Pennzoil motor oil has been one of the leading motor oil brands in the USA since 1985.

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DECEMBER 3, 2014

An automotive TEG is intended to improve fuel economy by power from waste heat to reduce the electric generator load on the engine. GMZ is targeting a fuel economy improvement of 5%. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Waltham, MA, GMZ has a broad portfolio of internationally developed patents. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 3, 2012

Developed by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) and Parker Hannifin Corporation ( earlier post ), the parcel delivery vehicles can achieve up to 35% improved fuel economy and up to 30% CO 2 emissions reduction over traditional diesel-powered vehicles that use automatic transmissions in stop-and-go applications.

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DECEMBER 29, 2012

Like its cousin, the C-MAX Energi PHEV, the Fusion PHEV offers: SmartGauge with EcoGuide to provide in-vehicle customizable displays, including instantaneous fuel economy readings and coaching functions to help drivers understand and optimize their fuel efficiency.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2013

2001 to 2006. -5%. The factor that supports a temporary peak only is the expected future increase in the total distance driven (due to the increasing population and the improving economy). Measures of motorization in the US. Peak year(s). Reduction in 2011 from the peak. Vehicles per person, per licensed driver, and per household.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

The Land Sink, represented by the outer ring, offset the equivalent of 13% of total US anthropogenic emissions in 2006. The entire pie chart represents total US emissions in 2006; the inner portion of the pie chart represents net emissions. US GHG emissions allocated to systems, and by materials and land management.

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JULY 25, 2009

informal public consultation in 2006, and began working in January 2007 in. We are, therefore, unable to move forward with an investment of this kind. Iain Conn, chief executive of BP’s refining and marketing business. Irving Oil had conducted initial feasibility work and. barrel per day refinery.

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JANUARY 12, 2011

Building on Honda’s emphasis on fuel-economy, most upcoming Civic models receive Honda Eco Assist (Ecological Drive Assist System) technology ( earlier post ), already available in the CR-Z and Insight hybrids. million units since the 2006 model went on sale in late 2005.

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? The survey is similar to surveys run by UMTRI on the same topic in 2006 and 2007. This helps us to make better fuel economy and good emissions. EPA estimated fuel economy (mpg) for US TDI models. Are these sales incentivized?

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

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DECEMBER 10, 2009

A multi-cylinder version is practical for a wide variety of vehicles and offers greatest benefit to C and D class passenger cars which can take advantage of the low cost architecture and significantly improved fuel economy and emissions. MTZ Vol 67, 11/2006 Pages 830 - 840. Luckert, A. Waltner, E. Vent and U.

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AUGUST 21, 2020

CAAFI, a coalition of airlines, aircraft and engine manufacturers, energy producers, researchers, international participants and US government agencies, has been working on SAF in 2006. SAF blending components are made from bio-based or other circular-economy feedstock sources.

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Fuel Las Vegas Alternative Fuels 2006 286

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MAY 27, 2010

Enova has been a Valence customer since 2006. The plug-in hybrid-electric system improves fuel economy by up to 65% and reduces greenhouse gases by up to 39%. Earlier post.)

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JANUARY 9, 2013

Category 5 markets are seen, for example, as those with Category 4 emission standards that also require US 2017 light-duty fuel economy, US heavy-duty fuel economy, California LEV III or equivalent emissions control and fuel efficiency standards. The current 4th edition of the WWFC was published in September 2006.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

These figures raise the pressing question of whether scarce government funds might be better allocated to move the United States towards a low-carbon economy. Adeyeye et al. More than half the subsidies for renewables—$16.8 billion—are attributable to corn-based ethanol, the climate effects of which are disputed.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Tfl first trialed hybrid technology in 2006. The buses also deliver better than twice the fuel economy of a standard diesel bus. Hybrid buses typically deliver around a 30% fuel efficiency saving and around 20% reductions in NO x emissions.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Toyota Motor has made a range of technology and styling changes to the LS 600h, the full hybrid Lexus flagship first introduced in 2006 ( earlier post ), including redesigned seating, updated equipment, a new ECO driving mode and new brakes. CO 2 emissions are 219 g/km and combined cycle fuel consumption economy remains 9.3

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DECEMBER 9, 2009

As demand continues to rise for smaller cars and for powertrains with higher fuel efficiency and lower CO 2 output, Volkswagen and Suzuki will offer a solution for customers in emerging markets buying a car for the first time and also for customers in advanced economies seeking to lower their CO 2 footprint. On what are we going to focus?

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