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liter V6 engine in the Ford 2011 F-150 full-size pickup (earlier post) is projected to deliver best-in-class 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. A one-way clutch, which allows for smoother 1-2 and 2-1 shifts, faster downshifts and improved fueleconomy, has been added. The all-new 3.7-liter
Shell has partnered with the Airflow Truck Company to collaborate on a hyper-aerodynamic, fuel-efficient Class 8 concept truck: Starship. This next-generation concept truck features a custom, aerodynamic design and aims to demonstrate improvements in fueleconomy for Class 8 trucks. and ending in Jacksonville, Fla.
Mercedes-Benz announced that seven new versions of the Mercedes-Benz A-, B- and CLA-Class now offer enhanced fuel savings compared with their respective predecessors. It is also being applied in the new C Class, as highlighted at the North American International Auto Show.) Click to enlarge. l/100 km (43.6 Source: Vent et al.
The VEMB system uses a concentric camshaft, blow-down manifold and scavenge manifold to separate the exhaust event into two phases: high-energy blow-down to the turbo without pumping losses, and high-hydrocarbon scavenge to the EGR system. to 2 ratio points and maintain the same knock limit for an additional 3-4% improvement in fueleconomy.
This pairing features precise communication between the engine and transmission, as well as proprietary control logic to further enhance fueleconomy. 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
liter engine and next-generation Xtronic CVT with sub-planetary gear, offers combined fueleconomy of 34 mpg (6.9 The lighter and more aerodynamic new Sentra allows Nissan to use the more fuel-efficient 1.8-liter All CVT models achieve a best-in-class EPA rated 34 mpg combined (City and Highway). 2013 Nissan Sentra.
liter V-6 EcoDiesel is also expected to lead the segment on fueleconomy. Pricing and fueleconomy ratings will be announced closer to the truck’s on-sale date. liter EcoDiesel V-6 delivers increased torque and horsepower, along with fueleconomy and minimal levels of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
Ford’s all-new 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks are equipped with new diesel and gasoline engine powertrains that deliver improvements in torque, horsepower and fueleconomy. liter V-8 gas engine average a 15% improvement in fueleconomy versus 2010 models. Trucks equipped with the new base 6.2-liter axle to a 4.30
At a “Go Further with Ford” event in Amsterdam, Ford Motor Company detailed plans for an aggressive product acceleration in Europe, targeting opportunities for growth in the large car, SUV and commercial vehicle segments while emphasizing fueleconomy and enabling technologies such as the EcoBoost engines. liter EcoBoost engine.
Improved fueleconomy over SAE 15W-40 conventional oils. Tests show comparable fueleconomy to SAE 10W-30 in (Class 6) stop-and-go applications and up to 0.7 % fueleconomy improvement with long haul trucks (Class 8) when compared to a SAE 15W-40 oil.
Ford says the engine can deliver up to 15% better fueleconomy than comparable six-cylinder engines. Featuring a twin-scroll turbocharger and a three-port integrated exhaust manifold (IEM), the 2.3-liter Class-exclusive Active Grille Shutters are designed to help improve MKC fuel efficiency at highway speeds.
Daimler staged the debut of the diesel-powered all-wheel-drive 2012MY S350 BlueTEC 4MATIC at the 2011 North American International Auto Show— the return of the diesel-powered S-Class sedan to the US market. AdBlue, an aqueous urea solution, is injected into the exhaust flow. Powered by a 3.0-liter Powered by a 3.0-liter
The TEG technology, which converts waste heat from gas exhaust into electric energy and has the potential to improve passenger car fuel efficiency by as much as 5%. TEG & Exhaust System in Lincoln MKT. This follow-on light-duty vehicle project, funded in 2011, has a target of a 5% fueleconomy improvement.
The basic commercial power version of the engine offers 300 hp (223 kW) of power and 550 lb-ft (746 N·m) of torque, with a fueleconomy improvement of 15% compared to a conventional engine, Hurden said. This not only improves fueleconomy, it also eliminates parasitic power losses in the primary module.
The defect leads to lower fueleconomy, non EPA-compliant emissions levels, and costly and frequent vehicle repairs, the complaint charges. When the SCR system breaks down, the filter gets clogged, requiring more fuel to be injected to burn it off, according to the complaint.
The engineers tested a prototype 100cc engine on a dyno to gather steady-state fuel consumption, emissions, and combustion stability data over a matrix of speed, load, mixture ratio, and combustion phasing. Four engine control modes were evaluated with the goal of reducing NO x and minimizing fueleconomy impact.
dCi unit, Mégane Collection 2012 offers best-in-classfuel efficiency, with average NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of just 3.5 Individualized spray cone angle technology compensates the natural nozzle offset inherent in eight-valve engines due to the asymmetry of the intake and exhaust valves. liters/100km.
With the new automatic climate control system in the BMW 3 Series, BMW is offering a combination of increased interior comfort due to improved air quality and better fueleconomy through intelligent control.
l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fueleconomy (as opposed to the regulatory test fueleconomy) to 35 mpg (6.71 The resulting trajectory would reduce CO 2 emissions by half and increase fueleconomy by more than 60% from 2016 through 2030.
Mazda North American Operations released EPA-estimated fueleconomy figures for its all-new 2016 Mazda CX-9. In Canada, NR Canada estimates of fuel consumption put the improvement at 35%.). engine, which produces the power of a V-6 engine without the fuel-efficiency penalty. SKYACTIV-G 2.5T SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
Mercedes-Benz has introduced the updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring an array of new driver assistance systems in addition to new fuel efficient engines. Eleven new or optimized assistance systems from the future S-Class make their world premiere in both the sedan and wagon models. Earlier post.). city/highway).
2012MY M-Class. Mercedes- Benz will introduce the all-new 2012MY M-Class SUV into the US market in September 2011 with two models: ML350 4MATIC and ML350 BlueTEC. The third generation of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV features a completely reworked 3.0L US fueleconomy city/hwy. US fueleconomy city/hwy.
Do they receive HOV access for their improved fueleconomy 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. Changes in the exhaust manifolds and turbo from Gen 1 to Gen 2.
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 fueleconomy and emissions. Displacement. Compression ratio. Porting arrangement.
As a result, Nissan is offering a suite of automotive technologies, including CVT, Idling Stop (Stop-Start), hybrids, and clean diesel, capable of achieving the best-in-class (1.0-1.5L class not including hybrid vehicles) fueleconomy and CO 2 emissions. liter engine, along with the fuel efficiency equivalent to a 1.8-liter
The EcoDiesel V-6 engine also features low-friction pistons to improve fueleconomy, 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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Mercedes-Benz M-Class, ML 350 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY. The third-generation Mercedes-Benz M-Class on average consumes 25% less fuel than the previous models. and extensive BlueEFFICIENCY measures to reduce fuel consumption. The M-Class is a story of success. liter four-cylinder unit already applied in the S-Class.
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
Next-generation Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and diesel exhaust fluid system with range of up to 4,000 miles between refills; Dual fuel filtration system for enhanced reliability and durability in virtually every climate and environment; and. a 5 years/100,000 mile powertrain warranty.
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liter variants delivered best in class power and torque outputs. The new Duramax engine uses an electric EGR valve for greater precision and a larger EGR cooler to further reduce recirculated exhaust gas temperature. An improved and redesigned cylinder head has a larger exhaust port and water passage to enhance cooling efficiency.
Three projects will focus on cost-effective measures to improve the efficiency of Class 8 long-haul freight trucks by 50%. The remaining six projects totaling more than $71 million will support efforts to increase the fueleconomy for passenger vehicle engines and powertrain systems. Grantee Project Award. Cummins Inc.
liter EcoBoost engine for Ford’s F-150 ( earlier post ) will deliver a combination of best-in-class towing of 11,300 pounds, payload of 3,060 pounds, and the fueleconomy of a V6. Ti-VCT provides extremely precise variable and independent control of timing for intake and exhaust valves.
The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fueleconomy of 28 mpg. Our engineers were comprehensive and thorough when it came to evaluating and modifying the aspects of the car’s performance that contribute to fueleconomy. Aerodynamics.
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The advanced design places the exhaust inside the engine’s V-shape while the air intake is positioned on the outside of the V. This segment-exclusive design naturally improves a variety of attributes: Shorter airflow from the exhaust system to the turbocharger sitting between the engine’s cylinder banks improves turbo responsiveness.
Ford’s MY 2015 F-Series Super Duty heavy-duty pickup trucks feature engine and chassis upgrades that together deliver best-in-class horsepower, torque and towing capacity. The 2015 F-450 tops the F-Series Super Duty pickup truck lineup with maximum towing capacity increasing to a class-leading 31,200 pounds, a gain of 6,500 pounds.
Applied in the Honda Civic (available since January 2013), the i-DTEC engine delivers combined cycle fueleconomy of 65.3 The philosophy behind Earth Dreams Technology is to deliver a balance between fueleconomy and driving performance. The Civic Tourer will be available with the choice of two engines: the new 1.6
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liter EcoBoost is further enhanced to deliver anticipated CO 2 emissions from 107 g/km for the five-door model using: A reversed direction cylinder-head from which exhaust gases now exit the rear, for faster warm-up of emission reduction technology. An all-aluminium construction for reduced weight. The all-new 1.5-liter Aerodynamics.
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General project targets were to deliver diesel-like or better fueleconomy using E10 gasoline (RON91), and to achieve low engine-out NO x and PM using low temperature combustion, the intention being to avoid the cost of aftertreatment for NO x and PM, in addition to meeting more stringent standards. Click to enlarge. Current study.
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