Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

A new report by the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) finds that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from road transport in the UK rose by 6% from 1990 to 2017. Total fuel used for road transport in the UK remained relatively stable from 1990 to 2017 as the fuel efficiency of newer vehicles has improved.

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MARCH 1, 2019

Exhaust from on-road diesel vehicles was responsible for nearly half of the impacts (~181,000 premature deaths) worldwide, and fully two-thirds in India, France, Germany, and Italy. million premature deaths annually from heart and lung diseases and diabetes, according to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study 2017.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2017

The 2017 model of the Porsche 919 Hybrid deploys a range of new innovations, particularly in the vehicle’s aerodynamics, the chassis and the combustion engine. Team Principal Andreas Seidl, who continues to serve as acting technical director, said that for the 2017 season, 60 to 70 percent of the vehicle is newly developed.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2020

While the aftertreatment configuration provided a potential solution to meet the ULN target, a complicated approach was required to overcome challenges from low temperature exhaust. Engineers modified a 2017 Cummins X15 engine architecture, integrated aftertreatment technology and enhanced controls to produce the desired results.

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MAY 7, 2021

Adding these TRUs comes after an exhaustive 4-month pilot testing the equipment through a variety of conditions with the intention to replace diesel-powered TRUs. When we look at it from an operational standpoint, we’re not changing anything, but it gives us a fresh look at running our operations and finding additional efficiencies.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2017

The winner of the Full Vehicle category was the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, which is 249 pounds (113 kilograms) lighter than its predecessor. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. All-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica body structure 72% high-strength steel. Click to enlarge. In addition, the all-new Pacifica minivan also makes strategic use of aluminum.

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JULY 18, 2014

The mixture formation is based on our know-how in the area of fuel-operated pre-heaters, whereas in catalysis our exhaust technology skills are brought to bear. Before this year is over we’ll be carrying out extensive practical testing and are planning to launch the fuel-cell APU initially on the US market at the end of 2017.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2016

Key learnings from Volvo’s SuperTruck ( earlier post ) efforts played a critical role in the design and engineering of Volvo Trucks North America’s recently introduced 2017 powertrain, delivering improved fuel efficiency and performance to customers. A proven common rail fuel injection system was adapted to Volvo’s 2017 D11 and D13 engines.

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AUGUST 17, 2016

For the 2017 Model Year, Range Rover Sport will debut the new 2.0-liter The 2017 Model Year Range Rover Sport is the first full-sized Land Rover SUV to feature a four-cylinder diesel engine. Vehicles fitted with the new engine will be distinguished by a single twin-exhaust configuration. 2017 semi-autonomous technology.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2017

Empa researchers Norbert Heeb and Maria Munoz discovered large quantities of benzo(a)pyrene (red bar)—a combustion product responsible for cutting short the lives of cigarette smokers—in the exhaust gas emitted by GDI engines. Levels in exhaust emissions were found to be as much as 1,700 times above this limit.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 29, 2020

Additionally, LNG engines are tuned to either emit low nitrogen oxide (NO x ) emissions—at the cost of higher methane emissions in some cases—or to incorporate NO x reduction technologies such as exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) or selective catalytic reduction (SCR). 2017) that actual ship operations are different.

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MAY 10, 2017

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee mid-size SUV has become the second gasoline-driven, US-made, US-brand vehicle to qualify for Japan’s Eco-Car tax break. Other features of the engine include: Cooled exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) delivers greater efficiency and enables knock-free operation at higher, real-world loads. jump, year-over-year.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2016

Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. 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 versus year-ago results.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2016

For 2017, the Chevrolet Colorado mid-size pickup offers an all-new V-6 engine and class-exclusive eight-speed automatic. The most significant update for the 2017 Colorado is the 3.6L The most significant update for the 2017 Colorado is the 3.6L Chevrolet has not released fuel economy figure for MY 2017 yet.

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Colorado 2017 Chevrolet Fuel Economy 150

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OCTOBER 20, 2016

liter TFSI four-cylinder engine on 2017 Audi Q7 models. 2017 Premium 2.0 2017 Premium 3.0 While the exterior dimensions have remained similar to the outgoing model, all 2017 Q7 models offer substantially more interior space—with more headroom, legroom and shoulder room in the second and third rows. With the 2.0

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FEBRUARY 6, 2018

billion kilograms—in 2017, according to calculations made by the company. In addition to significantly reducing global climate emissions, replacing conventional diesel with Neste MY Renewable Diesel can improve local air quality by reducing local exhaust emissions, such as those of nitrogen oxides, particulates, and carbon monoxide.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Projected conditions for internal combustion engines in 2025 push light-duty engine exhaust temperatures into the low end of gas turbine regimes, Haynes said. The increasing piston, cylinder, head, exhaust valve and turbocharger temperatures represent significant structural materials—and cost—challenges.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2017

However, both measurements also act as proxies for the complex mixture of gases in diesel exhaust, which is an established carcinogen and associated with respiratory, cardiovascular and reproductive health effects. Studies have linked both BC and UFP to detrimental health effects, although evidence is still emerging and not conclusive.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Valmet Automotive has completed the first battery packs destined for customer deliveries from the Salo plant, after exhaustive testing of the production system and product quality. After the production start, the volumes will be gradually increased until the planned production level is reached early next year.

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MAY 3, 2016

The 2017 Ford F-150 will offer an all-new, second-generation 3.5-liter The valvetrain also features more durable intake and exhaust valves, and hydraulic valve-lash adjusters that optimize engine durability over the life of the truck. liter EcoBoost engine will be paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for the 2017 F-150.

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APRIL 24, 2019

Within the scope of an agreement signed in November 2017 ( earlier post ), Eni and FCA have developed “A20”, a new fuel with a low level of emissions due to its 15% methanol and 5% bio-ethanol alcohol content.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. The 2017 Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) is Kia’s first PHEV. The 2017 Optima PHEV was engineered with a dual focus on efficiency and driving dynamics. Optima Hybrid.

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APRIL 9, 2018

Hamilton’s lap of 1:42.553 minutes dates back to 26 August 2017 and secured him pole position for last year’s F1 race. To prepare the record car, the base was the 2017 world championship car. On top came developments that were prepared for the 2018 WEC but never raced after the end of 2017 withdrawal. km/h (152.61

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OCTOBER 17, 2023

Today we're bringing you yet another hot hatch -- a 2017 Ford Focus RS. It's apparently completely stock, save for a cat-back exhaust. This car has the RS2 package, is based in suburban Detroit, is painted Nitrous Blue, and has 65,000 miles on it. The 60K service has been done, the seller says.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 26, 2016

Hyundai’s all-new 2017 Hyundai Elantra arrives in dealerships this month, featuring two new, more efficient powertrains; lower weight; improved stiffness, and a number of safety and connectivity technologies. The 2017 Elantra also offers the next-generation Hyundai Blue Link system with enhanced safety, service and infotainment telematics.

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AUGUST 25, 2014

10 11 /km, numerically equal to the limit already in place for diesel cars, to be effective for gasoline direct injection (GDI) vehicles from September 2017. A GPF can be included in the exhaust system in addition to the three-way catalyst (TWC), or a TWC coating can be applied onto the GPF substrate. A relaxed PN limit of 6.0×10

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 25, 2021

The team will explore using liquid ammonia as fuel for a jet engine and generating electricity from the engine’s exhaust heat, reducing emissions, and saving on fuel. Six teams were selected earlier in 2021, five teams were chosen in 2020, three teams were announced in 2019, and five teams were selected for the inaugural initiative in 2017.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2016

XLP ship-thru deliveries to fleet customers will begin in the fourth quarter of 2017, said Clay Siegert, XL Hybrids’ co-founder and chief operating officer. SDG&E, as one example, signed a memorandum of understanding to purchase up to 110 of the plug-in electric hybrid truck systems between 2017 and 2020 to upgrade SDG&E’s fleet vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2017

The ARB team also showed that the brake-specific NO x emissions from the conventional diesel engines were significantly higher despite the exhaust temperature being high enough for proper SCR function. LNG 2 averaged 0.09 gNO x /bhp-hr. Diesel 1, which was certified at 0.18 gNO x /bhp-hr, exhibited average brake-specific NO x of 1.17

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APRIL 30, 2018

Starship uses full synthetic Shell Heavy Duty Engine Oil; Shell Rotella DEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Shell ROTELLA Extended Life Coolant; and. Starship is equipped with a 2017 Cummins X15, 6 cylinder, 15-liter engine delivering 400 horsepower and 1,850 lb-ft (2,500 N·m) of torque.

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MARCH 8, 2016

The gasoline-powered version of the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has earned a highway-cycle fuel-economy rating of 28 mpg US (8.4 The integrated exhaust manifold contributes to packaging efficiencies that enable plug-and-play-type integration across a range of vehicle segments and drivetrain configurations. Earlier post.)

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid also excelled on two other fronts. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 7, 2016

The 2017 Prius Prime offers an EPA-estimated 133 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent)—a substantial 26% enhancement over its predecessor model, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, as a result of greater battery capacity and the improved hybrid system. 2017 Prius Prime MSRP. The engine features a very high compression ratio of 13.0:1,

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JULY 15, 2017

In the study, the team examined the relationships between biodiesel fuel blend, exhaust particle oxidative potential (OP), and PM composition. OP in oxidized aerosols, including engine exhaust, is commonly quantified using the DTT (dithiothreitol) assay. PM-normalized DTT Activity for biodiesel exhaust PM. —Holmén et al.

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DECEMBER 7, 2017

The main cause for the higher on-road values ​​is that the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) is in some cases practically switched off under certain conditions, DUH said. This full-bodied promise is in clear contradiction to the results of the exhaust and software investigations of the BMW 320d, DUH charged.

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DECEMBER 6, 2016

Toyota intends to deploy these new powertrain units in a rapidly broadening range of vehicle models, starting in 2017. The engines are based on a three-fold development concept: 1) loss reduction (exhaust, cooling, pumping, friction); 2) improved combustion quality; and 3) improved intake efficiency. Dynamic Force Engines.

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JUNE 25, 2015

Chevrolet will add a new clean diesel engine to the US lineup in 2017, featuring a B20-capable 1.6L Dual-overhead-cam cylinder head with integrated exhaust manifold saves weight to enhance performance and efficiency. The cylinder head has a water-cooled exhaust manifold integrated within the aluminum casting. Refinement details.

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