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JANUARY 10, 2019

Mazda Motor Corporation, working separately with Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation and JFE Steel Corporation, has developed the world’s first cold-stamped vehicle body parts made from 1,310 MPa-class high-strength steel. Parts using 1,310 MPa-class high-strength steel.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2018

The all-new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, unveiled in January at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit ( earlier post ) will offer improved EPA-estimated fuel economy for the model: 30 mpg city (7.8 All told, the refinements of the Jetta’s exterior reduce its coefficient of drag to a class-leading 0.27.

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MARCH 22, 2017

l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 The resulting trajectory would reduce CO 2 emissions by half and increase fuel economy by more than 60% from 2016 through 2030.

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MARCH 27, 2014

This pairing features precise communication between the engine and transmission, as well as proprietary control logic to further enhance fuel economy. liter Class 8 engine, with power ratings from 380-500 hp (283-373 kW) and torque from 1,450-1,850 lb-ft (1,966-2,508 N·m). The MX-13 is PACCAR’s 12.9-liter

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CleanTechnica EVs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Six of the 13 EPA size classes had at least one vehicle with EPA-rated fuel economy greater than 100 miles. continued] The post Nearly Half Of US Vehicle Classes Has One Or More Vehicles With 100 MPGe Fuel Economy Or Greater appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel EPA 123

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Cummins and Navistar will work together on the development of a Class 8 truck powered by hydrogen fuel cells. This includes development of a solution that is highly manufacturable and scalable with a proven range of 300 miles or more and improved fuel economy over current heavy-duty trucks.

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Fuel Hydrogen Davis Fuel Economy 287

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OCTOBER 4, 2014

The 2015 CR-V features increased EPA fuel economy ratings of 27/34/29 mpg (8.7/6.9/8.1 l/100 km) (city/highway/combined) for front-wheel-drive models and 26/33/28 mpg (9.0/7.1/8.4 l/100 km) for Real Time AWD models, both increasing +4/+3/+3 mpg over 2014 models—i.e., an increase in the combined rating of 11.5% A higher powered 1.6-liter

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MARCH 5, 2022

In an open-access paper in Environmental Research Letters , they show that the proportional emissions benefit of electrification is approximately independent of vehicle class. Our research clearly shows substantial greenhouse gas emission reductions that can be achieved from transitioning to electrified powertrains across all vehicle classes.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

While Hyundai, Toyota and Honda seized much attention over their presentations of fuel cell rollout plans (in the case of Hyundai) and concepts (in the case of Honda and Toyota) at the Los Angeles and Tokyo auto shows, Daimler used EVS27 in Barcelona as a forum to report on its 3.3 In some cases, fuel consumption was less than 1 kg/100 km.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2012

The project, to be completed by early 2015, will scale up the passenger car TEG and integrate it with a 15-liter diesel engine to provide fuel economy improvement and auxiliary power for combat vehicles. This follow-on light-duty vehicle project, funded in 2011, has a target of a 5% fuel economy improvement.

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JUNE 30, 2014

(EDI), a producer of plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and continuously variable transmission (CVT) solutions ( earlier post ), is partnering with Greenkraft , CALSTART, and the California Energy Commission (CEC) to develop a Class-4 vehicle that combines the benefits of compressed natural gas (CNG) and PHEV technology.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The agreement also includes the joint development of plug-in hybrid electric versions of the vehicle, as well as a range of Class 3 to Class 8 vehicle solutions for the waste management industry. This partnership represents several exciting milestones that are well aligned with XL Fleet’s product and business strategy.

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JUNE 15, 2021

The onboard gasoline engine used to generate electrical energy is also more efficient, resulting in both increased power and better fuel economy. Coupled with enhanced insulation in the vehicle body, this results in quietness that’s a class above typical compact cars.

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Aura Nissan Japan Powered 435

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

This is the main reason why deactivating the cylinders contributes to improved fuel economy. This makes intake easier for the active cylinders, reducing intake pumping losses for improved fuel economy. This contributes to improved fuel economy. Reducing pumping losses in active cylinders.

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Fuel Economy Honda 2016 Economy 150

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? In fact in 6 of the states, diesel fuel is penalized with additional state taxes. So diesel fuel gets taxed twice or penalized twice at the federal and state level. This helps us to make better fuel economy and good emissions.

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

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JUNE 15, 2021

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory, with colleagues from Lawrence Berkeley, Oak Ridge, and National Renewable Energy labs, and the University of Tennessee, have published a comprehensive analysis of the total cost of ownership (TCO) for 12 sizes of vehicles ranging from compact sedans up to Class 8 tractors with sleeper cabs.

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Maintenance Cost Of Chad Plug-in 418

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AUGUST 28, 2013

Tesla has 29% fewer female owners compared to the average luxury buyer, 10% fewer than the electric vehicle buyer and at least 14% fewer than competitive performance vehicles such as the Mercedes CLS-Class and BMW 5 Series, according to NVES. Tesla owners’ emphasis on “Performance-Electric” sets them apart from other EV buyers.

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Prius Tesla Volt EPA 354

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NOVEMBER 30, 2012

Separately, the Accord Hybrid, also featuring Honda’s new two-motor hybrid system, will launch nationwide next summer with anticipated fuel economy ratings of 49/45/47 city/hwy/combined (4.8/5.2/5.0 l/100km respectively). The revised 2013 Honda Crosstour and 2013 Honda CR-Z also made their auto-show debuts. l/100km respectively).

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. Combined system power output is 192 horsepower and EPA estimated fuel economy numbers are 50 city, 54 highway and 52 combined for the Blue trim.

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MARCH 5, 2014

Still one of the lightest engines in its class, the unit incorporates numerous revisions that enhance performance and help deliver class-leading fuel efficiency and CO 2 emissions. We wanted to improve performance, as well as economy. The standard version achieves a drop in fuel consumption from 4.4

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MPG Engine Fuel Economy Toyota 287

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APRIL 10, 2018

The fuel-efficiency and CO 2 emission improvements of 10% across the range are supported by aerodynamics that result in best-in-class drag co-efficients of 0.250 for the Focus four-door and 0.273 for the Focus five-door models. Aerodynamics.

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AUGUST 15, 2019

ZeroAvia prototype shown powering a 6-seat Piper M-Class aircraft, already in flight tests from February 2019. The company is already flight-testing its powertrain prototype in a Piper M-Class airframe. The Federal Aviation Administration issued an Experimental R&D Certificate to ZeroAvia’s Piper M-Class R&D platform earlier this year.

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Hydrogen Fuel Maintenance Taxi 353

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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 l/100 km), best-in-class among non-hybrid, gasoline-engined mid-size sedans. All these measures result in the manufacturer-estimated highway fuel economy rating of 42 mpg. Earlier post.)

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MPG Detroit Concept Fuel Economy 285

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The EcoDiesel V-6 engine also features low-friction pistons to improve fuel economy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide an enhanced combustion system – injector nozzle, piston bowl and glow plug with integrated combustion pressure sensor to optimize combustion. Transmissions. 1 crawl ratio.

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Jeep Diesel Fuel Economy 2020 342

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

million to further his group’s research related to fuel cells and advanced battery technologies. The funding comes from a cy-près distribution from the 2019 settlement of a consumer class-action lawsuit against Volkswagen Group over clean diesel marketing and fuel economy labeling.

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JULY 7, 2018

With a motor assisting the engine, the PCX HYBRID realizes sharper throttle response and superior performance compared to conventional scooters in the same class, while maintaining the PCX engine’s characteristic quietness and feel of quality.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Honda says that the VEZEL fuses the dynamic qualities of an SUV, the elegance of a coupe, the functionality of a minivan and excellent fuel economy. The hybrid’s fuel economy of 27.0 The gasoline realize fuel economy of 20.6 Honda Motor Co., began sales of the VEZEL in Japan today. liter engine.

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Japan Honda Hybrid Fuel Economy 296

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JULY 14, 2014

equipped CNG Cruze outputs 20 hp and 24 ft-lbs torque over its competitor, while maintaining nearly the same fuel economy. The CNG Cruze is targeted at fleets looking to purchase a domestic small passenger mono-fuel CNG vehicle. Fern said that the 1.8L-equipped times the cargo volume of its competitor, Fern added.

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Chevrolet Fuel Fuel Economy Alternative Fuels 316

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MAY 27, 2021

Hyzon Motors, a leading global supplier of hydrogen fuel cell powered commercial vehicles, has developed a new eAxle design which provides extremely high efficiency for 6x4 Class-8 commercial vehicles. Paired with a virtual differential, the design achieves efficiency of up to 97%, compared to industry-standard 95%.

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Motor Motoring Motors Hydrogen 170

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JANUARY 10, 2019

FCA US has reached final settlements on civil, environmental and consumer claims with US federal and state agencies as well as private class actions to resolve differences over diesel emissions requirements. FCA US has also settled a putative class action on behalf of private consumers. The estimated total cost of settlements is $0.8

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are developing a deep learning framework—MaLTESE (Machine Learning Tool for Engine Simulations and Experiments)—to meet ever-increasing demands to deliver better engine performance, fuel economy and reduced emissions. —Prasanna Balaprakash.

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Fuel Economy 2019 Engine Emissions 279

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OCTOBER 23, 2014

In these markets, it is likely the EVs will become more available in luxury class segments, where the plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) premium is less pronounced relative to comparable vehicles due to higher overall vehicle prices.

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APRIL 4, 2019

Projects will develop innovative powertrain systems that combine advanced materials that reduce weight and enable higher engine temperatures with new combustion strategies to improve vehicle fuel economy.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Alternative Fuels Motors 252

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MARCH 18, 2020

MPI Atkinson Cycle engine that also has a focus on fuel economy. These models are projected to achieve a best-in-class EPA combined fuel economy rating, an improvement over previous models, due in part to an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). The Elantra SE, SEL, and Limited offer the 2.0L

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NOVEMBER 26, 2020

The onboard gasoline engine used to generate electrical energy is also more efficient, resulting in both increased power and better fuel economy. Coupled with enhanced insulation in the vehicle body, this results in quietness that’s a class above typical compact cars.

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AUGUST 12, 2013

Applied in the Honda Civic (available since January 2013), the i-DTEC engine delivers combined cycle fuel economy of 65.3 The philosophy behind Earth Dreams Technology is to deliver a balance between fuel economy and driving performance. The Civic Tourer will be available with the choice of two engines: the new 1.6

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Diesel Honda Fuel Economy Engine 299

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

The new approach to natural gas combustion technology is designed to provide vehicle and engine original manufacturers (OEMs) with a “downsized” natural gas solution that is cost competitive while providing similar levels of power, torque, and fuel economy to a larger diesel engine.

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