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Fuel and vehicle propulsion strategy. Alternativefuels have the potential gradually to replace fossil energy sources and make transport sustainable by 2050, according to a report presented to the European Commission last week by the stakeholder expert group on future transport fuels. Source: ERTRAC) Click to enlarge.
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The compressed (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) power platforms join Peterbilt’s family of SmartWay®certified on-highway vehicles and alternativefuel vehicles. This fluid is stored until the driver next accelerates the vehicle which reduces fuel consumption and wear on the engine. Click to enlarge. Model 320 Hybrid.
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energy storing) materials. Temperature Combustion (LTC), (2) Dilute Gasoline Combustion, and (3) Clean Diesel Combustion. Technologies that enable LTC operation with either gasoline or dieselfuel, including control methodologies and technologies, especially for mixed?mode Fuels and Lubricant Technologies.
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