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IEA: global energy efficiency progress drops to slowest rate since start of decade

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in 2018, driven in large part by the People’s Republic of China, India and the United States, which were responsible for 70% of demand growth. Primary energy intensity—an indicator of how much energy is used by the global economy—improved by just 1.2% in 2018, a trend that has continued since 2015 when demand grew by 2.5%.

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New 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid undercuts MG3 to be Australia’s cheapest electrified car: But should it actually be called a hybrid?

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litre triple-cylinder petrol engine via a belt-driven integrated starter generator and a small 12v lithium-ion battery pack. However, the MG3 is a full plugless hybrid that can run on petrol or electricity separately or with them combined. Previously the four model Swift range was powered by unassisted ICE powertrains.

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Jaguar Land Rover expanding Ingenium powertrain family; new gasoline engine, TRANSCEND transmission

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The new additions will support the company’s long-term commitment to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel economy across its range through the introduction of more efficient engines along with alternative powertrains, lighter vehicles and improved vehicle energy conservation. billion) Engine Manufacturing Centre.

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Volvo Cars reveals new V90 wagon; PHEV model with ~31-mile electric range

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The Volvo S90 and V90 eight-speed planetary automatic transmission is a key part of Volvo’s Drive-E powertrain technology. This enables frequent use of LU and allows the engine to run on low revs for best fuel economy. Volvo Cars was part of the Swedish Volvo Group until 1999, when the company was bought by Ford Motor Company.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the US will offer new 4-cylinder diesel; new 4-cylinder gasoline direct injection engine in other markets

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liter V6—302 hp (225 kW), 273 lb-ft (370 N·m ) paired with fuel economy of 24/30 mpg US (est. In addition, the new BlueDIRECT four-cylinder gasoline engines already meet the EU6 standard which will apply from 2015. Also making up the BlueDIRECT petrol engine range are the familiar V6 and V8 engines. city/highway).

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Naysayer Alert – the hydrogen red herring

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In addition, it is subject to similar refining, storage and distribution costs currently associated with petrol and diesel, including upstream CO2 emissions where the electricity required is usually generated from fossil fuels. Fourth, like all fossil fuels hydrogen is highly volatile, far more so than petrol.

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Strong support for EV ambitions | Autocar Professional

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Enhancing competitiveness The primary objective of the PLI scheme is to enhance the competitiveness of manufacturing in India by addressing sectoral obstacles, fostering economies of scale, and ensuring efficiency. The PMP offers a scaled duty structure for imported EV parts, promoting local manufacturing.

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