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DECEMBER 11, 2009

RegEnBoost integrates the three devices into a powertrain electrical power network (PEPN), which also incorporates a DC to DC converter and an enhanced lead acid battery, optimized for fast energy storage and release. They have also designed a 100 mpg UK (83 mpg US, 2.8 L/100km) plug-in hybrid scheduled for production in 2011.

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MAY 11, 2011

up to 33% increase in MPG) was achievable with an SSC engine replacing the Sentra’s engine when factoring in fuel cutoff during deceleration and idle in the model. up to 33% increase in MPG) was achievable with an SSC engine replacing the Sentra’s engine when factoring in fuel cutoff during deceleration and idle in the model.

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2011 Nissan Engine Standards 210

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JULY 24, 2011

The company anticipates that it will be the only gasoline-powered vehicle delivering fuel economy of 30 kilometers per liter (equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 and the downsizing of the particles sprayed from the injector. L/100km) in JC08 mode. This new mini vehicle will have an entry price of less than ¥800,000 (US$10,200).

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MARCH 31, 2014

l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4 mpg) at the time of discontinuation in 2013 to between 5.5 and 47 mpg)—depending on the tires fitted. l/100 km (56 mpg to 58.8 mpg)—depending on the tires. l/100 km (36.8 l/100 km (42.8

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FEBRUARY 24, 2012

With the Generation 3 HEV system, Ford decided to downsize the engine from a 2.5L The 2012 Fusion Hybrid carries an EPA fuel economy rating of 41 mpg city, 36 mpg highway; Ford expects the upcoming 2013 Fusion Hybrid to offer about 47 mpg city, 44 mpg highway. Atkinson to a 2.0L Atkinson to improve fuel economy.

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Hybrid Fusion Li-ion Fuel Economy 275

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MARCH 8, 2012

The new Yaris Hybrid, which is equipped with a version of the downsized hybrid powertrain featured in the Prius c/Aqua ( earlier post ), is a major step in the company’s full hybrid European roll-out strategy. L/100km NEDC (67 mpg US), equivalent to 79 g/km CO 2. The downsized full hybrid system combines the new 1NZ-FXE 1.5-liter

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JUNE 16, 2015

l/100 km (47 mpg US). All diesel engines are fitted with an SCR catalytic converter. In the large Sharan the downsized engine consumes on average 6.4 mpg US, 154 g/km CO 2 ). mpg US, equating to 167 g/km CO 2 ). mpg US, CO 2 emission: 136 g/km). l/100 km (42 mpg US, equating to 146 g/km CO 2 ).

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Standards Fuel MPG Battery 150

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MARCH 14, 2010

mpg US) (NEDC combined consumption, provisional figure)—a fuel savings of 25% compared to the current S63 AMG. The wet start-up clutch replaces a conventional torque converter, and helps to save fuel. The new AMG 5.5-liter Debuting in the new Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG, the new V8 biturbo consumes 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers (22.4

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Downsizing Standards Fuel Mercedes 186

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.). Turbocharging and downsizing (TRBDS): increases the available airflow and specific power level, allowing a reduced engine size while maintaining performance.

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA 210

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The sleek tractor-trailer combination boosted fuel efficiency by 70%—exceeding 12 mpg, with some test runs showing more than 13 mpg—in road tests, and powertrain brake thermal efficiency reached 50%. This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.).

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

of torque at 4,000 rpm, with a targeted combined fuel economy of 28 mpg with front-wheel drive. A multi-disc and individually controlled hydraulic channel torque converter improves responsiveness by expanding the direct connection band, while a downsized oil pump and double ball bearings minimize frictional losses.

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JULY 11, 2017

mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5 mpg as measured in terms of carbon dioxide emissions with air-conditioning refrigerant credits factored in. In addition, they found that many systems are capable of NO x conversion over a wide temperature range at rates close to those of three-way catalytic converters on gasoline vehicles.

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

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AUGUST 26, 2009

A recent preliminary road test of the Raser Hummer H3E, an H3 converted with a range-extended electric powertrain ( earlier post ), demonstrated more than 50 miles of all-electric range. Battery range of this innovative vehicle was more than sufficient to exceed our performance target of 40 miles in all-electric mode. Jim Spellman.

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Hummer All-Electric Miles Range 231

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FEBRUARY 10, 2010

This downsizing concept coupled with energy recuperation and stop-start technologies from the Audi modular efficiency platform give them fuel consumption ranging from 3.8 mpg US), which corresponds to 119 grams of CO 2 /km (191.5 mpg US), respectively, in the EU test cycle. liters per 100 km (43.6 liters of fuel per 100 km (46.1

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Audi Standards Engine Energy 186

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NOVEMBER 21, 2011

The EcoBoost approach enables the downsizing engine capacity—replacing naturally-aspirated engines with much smaller units without sacrificing power output. mpg US) is one of the best in the segment. Advantages of small displacement: large-engine performance, but with the size, weight and fuel economy of a much smaller unit.

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Fuel Economy China Economy 2015 236

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

mpg US) and CO 2 emissions range from 99 to 107 g/km. To achieve these results, PureTech development called for a number of changes, chief among which were: Downsizing. For maximum efficiency, the three-way catalytic converter is located right at the engine outlet and equipped with two lambda sensors. liter and 1.2 l/100km (52.3

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG 281

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AUGUST 28, 2009

Downsizing is a key element of Audi’s efficiency strategy. mpg), with 127 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (204 g/mile). Audi injects AdBlue upstream of a DeNOx converter, where NO x is catalytically reduced. mpg) [provisional figures]—the best in this power-output category, according to Audi. TFSI, the low-emission A4 3.0

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Audi MPH Diesel MPG 170

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Using aluminum will extend the efficiencies of other technologies, while enabling secondary cost-savings from downsized powertrains without sacrificing performance. According to the report, future growth in auto aluminum usage will be primarily driven by these and other applications being converted from steel. Ducker Worldwide.

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2012 Downsizing Auto Industrial 186

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JULY 14, 2016

The upside of gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines is widely seen as being improved fuel economy coupled with an increase in specific power (especially with turbocharging), enabling significant downsizing. They then converted the four BC emission rate scenarios into CO 2 -equivalent emissions using GWP data for a 20-year time horizon.

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Climate Engine Carbon Fuel Economy 150

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MAY 25, 2009

Di Turbo Jet E5 drive torque is comparable to the one of an aspirated V6 engine which is almost twice its displacement, according to Fiat, but with significant efficiency gains through the downsizing. liters per 100 km (30 mpg US), 185 g CO 2 /km and a Euro 5 homologation. The 200 HP 1.8 Lancia Delta 1.8 Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 3, 2010

mpg US) and CO 2 output of 85 g/100km. The thermal electric generator then converts the wasted heat into useful electrical energy to help power auxiliary systems. The new, downsized 1.0-liter The i-flow concept. Click to enlarge. Fuel consumption for the hybrid is 3L/100 km (78.4 liter Kappa gasoline and 1.7-liter

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Hyundai Diesel Concept Hybrid 210

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MAY 17, 2013

converted all vehicle efficiency measurements into vehicle energy efficiency (VEE, km/MJ) based on fuel energy densities reported in each study. Most of the studies expressed vehicle efficiency in various volume-based units. While VEE is important, it does not directly reveal the amount of gasoline displaced by a given amount of ethanol.

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Fuel Energy Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 210

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JANUARY 26, 2010

Based on test work already carried out, Ricardo estimates that a fuel economy improvement of up to 30% is possible with no loss of power or performance, using a downsized EBDI engine in place of currently available gasoline powertrain technology. liter EBDI engine—resulting in up to a 16.8% fuel economy improvement.

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Engine Fuel Economy Energy Gasoline 218

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2011

l/100 km (39 mpg US) with 158 g CO 2 /km) and has a range of up to 1,500 kilometers (932 miles) when equipped with an optional larger tank (93 liters vs. the standard 70 liters, the latter good for 1,150 km or 715 miles). l/100 km (35 mpg US), a 24% improvement compared to the previous ML 350 CDI 4MATIC model. BlueTEC diesel units.

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Mercedes Fuel SUV Energy 220

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MARCH 27, 2015

mpg (19.26 The Freightliner SuperTruck uses a downsized and downsped 10.7-liter Working in conjunction with Daimler Advanced Engineering, the team developed an innovative organic Rankine cycle (ORC) waste heat recovery (WHR) system that converts a portion of the exhaust heat into usable energy. Click to enlarge. Powertrain.

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2009 Engine Detroit Oregon 150

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APRIL 10, 2013

Focused on meeting a growing customer demand for ‘downsized’ engines offering strong power with reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, the new gasoline and diesel powertrains are being progressively introduced across the Opel product range. The new Cascada mid-size convertible is the first Opel model available with the new engine.

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Engine 2016 Fuel Economy Fuel 287

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Because the high-voltage battery is both power and energy dense, engineers were able to use the downsized gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and reduce emissions. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7 A compact and lightweight 1.56-kWh The Optima Hybrid replaces the previous generation’s 2.4-liter

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FEBRUARY 22, 2010

The front end’s compact package was made possible through the consistent downsizing of all F-CELL components. liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (81 mpg US), with corresponding CO 2 emissions of 68 grams per kilometer. Each of the drive systems takes up comparatively little space for the installation.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 20, 2024

Available all-wheel drive, its ratings of up to 51 mpg combined, and a comfortable, spacious interior make it one of the most appealing Camry sedans yet. bound fully electric luxury convertible will come from Italy. In the meantime, Toyota is advising Prius owners to lock those doors while driving.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

What changes do we make to convert a gasoline-only hybrid to a Plug-In Hybrid? The generator portion of the system can then be downsized, modular, removable, and easily able to utilize any one of a number of technologies such as ICE, Micro Turbine, Stirling, to perhaps even FuelCell and Mr. Fusion. Yet they are still far from adoption.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. Several aftermarket companies and organizations have converted hundreds of Priuses -- see Where PHEVs Are.) 1,000 pre-orders for small production runs in 2009 and 2010starting 4th quarter 2009.

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