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Ford introduces second-generation 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Diesel for F-Series Super Duty; Gen 1 hits 500,000 mark

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liter Power Stroke V8 diesel. liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel engine and increased towing capabilities. liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel in 2011. liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel was its reverse-flow layout. liter Power Stroke V8 turbo diesel was its reverse-flow layout. Second-generation 6.7-liter

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BorgWarner R2S two-stage turbo boosts performance of new top-end Ford 2.0L diesel

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BorgWarner’s regulated two-stage (R2S) turbocharging technology is improving the performance and fuel economy of Ford’s new 2.0-liter liter TDCi diesel engine, the first Ford engine for passenger cars equipped with a two-stage turbocharging system. liter TDCi diesel engine. liter TDCi diesel engine.

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New Ford Focus in Europe delivers fuel economy improvements up to 19% with new 1.5L TDCi; 1.5L EcoBoost, Enhanced Transitional Stability

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liter TDCi diesel engine. Advanced new diesel engine technologies are available on both the 1.5-liter liter TDCi engines and include a lean NO x trap for cleaner exhaust emissions, while friction is reduced with microscopic applications of Diamond Like Coating (DLC); engine breathing is enhanced with a Variable Nozzle Turbocharger.

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FedEx Express fleet exceeds 2020 fuel improvement goal of 20%; sets new goal of 30% improvement compared to 2005

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FedEx Express has exceeded its original goal of a 20% improvement in global vehicle fleet fuel economy by 2020, as compared to 2005, with a more than 22% cumulative improvement in fuel economy for its vehicles. Source: FedEx. Click to enlarge. FedEx Express is not alone in its efforts to increase its overall vehicle fuel efficiency.

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Mazda announces SKYACTIV-X: gasoline Spark Controlled Compression Ignition

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This new proprietary combustion engine combines the advantages of gasoline and diesel engines to optimize environmental performance, power and acceleration performance. SKYACTIV-X even equals or exceeds the latest SKYACTIV-D diesel engine in fuel efficiency. the greatest contribution to reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

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DOE awards $4M to two DME projects

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Renewable DME significantly reduces emissions and carbon intensity when used in place of traditional fuels in three applications: As a blending agent with liquified petroleum gas (LPG, or propane); As a diesel replacement in compression ignition engines; and.

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Kia unveiling new cee’d GT line with new 1.0L T-GDi and 7-speed DCT at Geneva

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liter T-GDi engine produces 120 PS (118 hp, 88 kw) and 172 N·m (127 lb-ft) torque, and has been engineered to deliver lower CO 2 emissions than the 1.6-liter This innovative system allows for greater low-end torque, more immediate engine response from any throttle position, and improved fuel economy under higher engine loads.

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