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MARCH 1, 2014

Honda said the move reflects its reinforced commitment to a clear product strategy focused on further advancing fuel-efficient and alternative-fuel vehicle technologies that are better aligned with customer needs and that strengthen the company’s US sales momentum. l/100 km, respectively). Earlier post.)

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MAY 3, 2016

UPS announced an update to 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric delivery trucks that improve fuel economy as part of the company’s broader Rolling Laboratory approach. The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however. A compact, quiet-running 650cc 2-cylinder engine replaces the previous 2.4L

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FEBRUARY 23, 2010

Drivers of alternate fueled vehicles, hybrids and fuel-efficient, gasoline-powered cars will again have two unique opportunities to test their vehicles at the 6 th Annual Green Grand Prix in Watkins Glen on 8 May. Other activities include educational displays, speakers, cars on display, exhibits, music and food.

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APRIL 2, 2010

Yesterday, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National High Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly established increasingly stringent greenhouse gas emission standards under the Clean Air Act for 2012 through 2016 model-year vehicles and fuel economy standards under the Corporate Average Fuel Economy program, respectively.

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JULY 7, 2014

Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs)—including battery-electric (BEVs), plug-in hybrid (PHEVs), propane autogas (PAGVs) and natural gas vehicles (NGVs)—will grow from 5.0% As such, the adoption of MHDV alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and fuel efficient technologies varies significantly from region to region.

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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.

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OCTOBER 12, 2011

General Motors will develop an all-new global family of small-displacement Ecotec gasoline engines over the next several years that will deliver improved fuel economy, higher quality, better performance and reduced CO 2 emissions. SAIC), Shanghai General Motors (SGM) and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC).

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JULY 1, 2011

Ford’s EcoLPi Falcon has gone on sale in Australia and is making its debut at the 2011 Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne. —Bob Graziano, President & CEO, Ford Australia.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Cobra could enable a 5–10% reduction in CO 2 emissions when implemented in conjunction with engine downsizing and down speeding strategies, and potentially more when used in conjunction with alternative fuels, according to CPT. The design specification provides a peak shaft power of 5.6 It is typically mounted directly to the engine.

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AUGUST 7, 2009

The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 The results were averaged for an estimated range of 431 miles, with an average fuel economy of 68.3

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OCTOBER 19, 2011

suppliers of batteries, fuel cells, motors, power electronics, etc.); fuels suppliers; electric utilities; independent power producers; industrial gas companies; state and local government; research laboratories; academics; and other public, private, or non-profit entities. Fuel cell hybrid electric vehicles.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2013

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is showcasing the recently-released Mazda Axela (known as Mazda3 overseas) with a variety of engine types at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show, including a CNG concept and hybrid variants. Alternative fuels: CNG and E85. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge. and a CNG tank. Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

quadrillion Btu in 2035, as a result of fuel economy improvements achieved through stock turnover as older, less efficient vehicles are replaced by newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Beyond 2035, LDV energy demand begins to level off as increases in travel demand begin to exceed fuel economy improvements in the vehicle stock.

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JANUARY 28, 2019

For the Transportation sector, EIA projects that energy consumption will decline between 2019 and 2037 (in the Reference case) because increases in fuel economy more than offset growth in vehicle miles traveled (VMT). This growth arises from increases in air transportation outpacing increases in aircraft fuel efficiency.

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MARCH 16, 2011

Also, other commercialized alternative fuel technologies, including diesels, fuel cells, electric vehicles, and high efficiency gasoline cars are providing additional competition to the market. Prior to joining the ICCT, German spent 11 years as Manager of Environmental and Energy Analyses for American Honda Motor Company.

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DECEMBER 3, 2010

Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. Aligning with New York City’s goal to reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gases, Toyota’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid demonstration program will provide opportunities for both NYCDOT and the Port Authority to look into expanding the use of alternative fuel vehicles in municipal and business fleets.

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

Electric motor efficiency targets within the FOA. Direct Petroleum Displacement by Liquid Alternative Fuels in Vehicle Applications. AOI 5: Advanced Power Electronics and Electric Motors (APEEM) Technologies. The purpose of this AOI is to develop the next generation of power inverters and electric motors.

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JUNE 19, 2014

Hydraulic pumps/motors and an accumulator (power storage unit) are added to gasoline, diesel, propane or CNG engines to store braking energy and use the captured energy to accelerate the vehicle, significantly saving fuel and brakes and cutting emissions. Fleets Hybrids Hydraulic Hybrid'

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

The DOE-QTR defines six key strategies: increase vehicle efficiency; electrification of the light duty fleet; deploy alternative fuels; increase building and industrial efficiency; modernize the electrical grid; and deploy clean electricity. Impartial DOE research can help inform these standards. —QTR.

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JANUARY 25, 2013

John DeCicco at the University of Michigan argues that to reduce transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions, the proper policy focus should be upstream in sectors that provide the fuel, rather than downstream on the choice of fuels in the automobile. The paper is available from the Social Science Research Network (SSRN).

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JULY 6, 2010

Ford Motor Company’s class-exclusive truck offerings will extend to medium-duty chassis cabs with the arrival of the 6.8-liter n alternative fuels engine prep package will be available as well. Also included are Live Drive PTO (power takeoff) and double overdrive gears, which aid highway fuel economy.

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JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. UMTRI Survey: US drivers want better fuel economy, don’t care how.

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APRIL 3, 2010

To reduce the fuel consumption of new vehicles, the report recommends a set of three complementary policies: Clearly defined increases in Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards should continue to be enacted beyond the 2016 target (34.1 Taxes on motor vehicle fuels should be increased by $0.10

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MARCH 29, 2025

liter 4-cylinder and twin electric motors, one each on the front and rear axles, that enable the electronic on-demand all-wheel drive. Toyotas hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power.

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APRIL 24, 2014

The octane number (ON) reflects the resistance to auto-ignition and knock of given fuel. Two standardized methods are used for determining the octane rating of a fuel: the research method and the motor method. Thereby leading to the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON)). —Chow et al.

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JANUARY 18, 2014

Advanced Power Electronics and Electric Motors for Electric Traction Drives. The additional content which includes the motor, inverter, converter, and on? burn systems and controls that allow compliance with proposed EPA Tier 3 emissions regulations with smaller penalty in fuel economy. derived fuels, drop?in

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Green cars” can be defined as vehicles that use alternative fuels (other than petrol or diesel) and/or alternative types of propulsion (other than the conventional ICE). Alternative fuels include biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen and electricity from the grid. Timing and sequencing of energy technology policy.

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JANUARY 28, 2012

Odyne’s hybrid technology combines electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology with Remy electric propulsion motors, modular Johnson Controls lithium-ion battery systems and other automotive-quality components. The Terex Commander 4042 digger derrick features a DUECO, Inc. ComEd received a $1.5

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

Diesel and alternative fuel cars took a record share of the new car market in the UK during November, helping to drive the overall fuel economy of the average new car to new highs of 52.5mpg. per cent last month, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reports [.].

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DECEMBER 8, 2017

and will increase fuel economy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The XL3 hybrid-electric system which is being used on the vans saves fuel through regenerative braking, a process by which the XL3 electric motor helps slow the vehicle when the driver brakes, charging the battery.

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MARCH 24, 2025

The weather was clear and dry so the dual motor eAWD system wasnt put to a test. As with all General Motors vehicles, the Optiq will be equipped with OnStar. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and other efficient powertrains.

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JULY 9, 2012

Natural gas and other alternative fuel vehicle technology is basically mature, the government said, and is headed toward initial industrialization. Focus on supporting the development of the electric traction motor, power electronics, and electric ancillaries. Fuel cell stack research. kW/kg, at a cost of 200 yuan/kW.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

This is a result that makes the ADEPT powertrain architecture very competitive with other fuel economy solutions such as full hybridization, where costs of implementation can be significantly higher.

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JULY 17, 2020

General Motors LLC. Ford Motor Company. General Motors LLC. Improving Network-wide Fuel Economy and Enabling Traffic Signal Optimization Using Infrastructure and Vehicle-based Sensing and Connectivity. Integrated Fuel Cell Electric Powertrain Demonstration. Washington State University. University of Alabama.

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OCTOBER 11, 2017

The most recent GREET versions are the GREET1 2017 version for fuel-cycle analysis and GREET2 2017 version for vehicle-cycle analysis. Implemented new pathways for fuel cell electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles powered by gaseous hydrogen. Updated the fuel economy and vehicle weights of light duty vehicles.

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Plugs and Cars

JANUARY 7, 2007

Given the fuel economy stats presented in Ford's press release , 41mpg equivalent, no one would want one anyway. The achievement, it must be said, is that somehow, even with grid-supplied electricity, the result is such pathetic fuel economy. Classic concept car fare. Honda may yet stick a plug on its FCX.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2009

Under current law, a credit is available for each new qualified fuel cell vehicle, hybrid vehicle, advanced lean burn technology vehicle, and alternative fuel vehicle placed in service by a taxpayer during the taxable year. In general, the credit amount varies based on technology, weight, fuel efficiency, and other factors.

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