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JUNE 18, 2013

At the company’s 61 st Automotive Press Briefing in Boxberg, Germany, Bosch senior executives outlined the company’s view on the general future of automotive technology—“ efficient and increasingly electrical ”, and provided a thumbnail of the way they see—and thus are developing products for—sector-specific technology trends.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Tucson gasoline and hybrid models will begin availability for the US market in spring 2021, with plug-in models available in summer 2021. liter, direct-injected and multi-port-injected gasoline engine as well as 1.6-liter, liter turbocharged gasoline engine produces an estimated 177 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. 2022 Tucson.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) is developing a 48-volt version of its 12 volt electric supercharger based on its variable torque enhancement system known as VTES. At 48 volts, a VTES electric supercharger will transform 7kW of battery power into a highly boosted charge of air for downsized gasoline and diesel engines.

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MAY 31, 2024

The event was hosted by a trio of Japanese CEOs and their top engineers to explain to the world how they planned on tackling emissions regulations without being overwhelmingly reliant on battery electric automobiles. That was its plan for cleaner, downsized 1.4-liter liter and 2.0-liter

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MARCH 31, 2014

CO 2 emissions of the C 180 in comparison to its predecessor [t/car]. The C 180 (115 kW) with manual transmission was taken as the base variant of the new C-Class at market launch for the lifecycle analysis; it was compared with the corresponding preceding model. Source: Mercedes-Benz. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

liter ELC-Hybrid to downsized 1.4L VTES + SpeedStart. CPT and AVL have been working for the past 18 months to develop a value-driven micro/mild HEV solution, utilizing CPT’s production-ready VTES electric supercharger ( earlier post ). Reductions in fuel consumption and CO 2 from base 2.0-liter Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 18, 2010

A new report from Frost & Sullivan, Implementation Roadmap of CO 2 Tax Banding in European Countries and Impact Analysis on Powertrain and Green Technology Adoption , finds that about 80% of the European vehicle sales is expected to be in the less than 150 g/km CO 2 emission band by 2015. g/km—in model year 2016. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 4, 2014

The downsized hybrid system combines a 1.5-liter liter gasoline engine with a light, compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack. l/100 km (67 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 79 g/km, while allowing customers frequent electric driving mode. It delivers an average fuel consumption of 3.5 l/100 km (63.6

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

The Ricardo-led Advanced Diesel Electric Powertrain (ADEPT) project will apply 48V “intelligent electrification” concepts, mild hybridization and waste heat recovery in a Ford Focus diesel demonstrator. version of its vehicle (a 2009 Ford Focus) but with fuel economy and CO 2 emissions approaching those of a Prius.

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JANUARY 17, 2017

The percentage of purely e-driven cars in the market today is very, very low. Rheinmetall Automotive sees its content per car rising under an e-mobility scenario, with battery-electric vehicles offering the greatest opportunity. Both feature all-electric drive and are presently destined for the European market.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The diversified manufacturer also said that in addition to boosting engine performance, its superchargers can provide up to a 5% fuel savings and reduce emissions compared to competing technologies. Electronic Fuel Vapor Management Valve for Hybrid-Electric Vehicles. Electronic Limited Slip Differential. New Engine Valves.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

To support the rollout, Ford will rapidly expand the availability of EcoBoost gasoline engine technology, low CO 2 ECOnetic Technologies, vehicle electrification and driver assistance features. The Focus Electric will go on sale early next year. The Ford Mondeo Hybrid will be Ford’s first full hybrid-electric vehicle for Europe.

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DECEMBER 9, 2016

This year’s forecast recognizes an industry trend for slightly bigger engine sizes in Europe and China as automakers adapt powertrain strategies to tackle updated emissions regulations developed for real-world driving conditions. In these regions, a typical powertrain is a three- or four-cylinder engine with a displacement size between 1.2

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NOVEMBER 8, 2012

The anticipated action plan comes at a time when the automotive industry is facing particular pressure due to a strong decline of the EU market and structural overcapacities. While the European market is considered mature, several third markets are growing fast, changing the trade flows and the automotive value chain.

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MAY 17, 2013

Relative changes in vehicle energy efficiency (VEE) (km/MJ) on ethanol/gasoline blends over those on gasoline for different blending levels. Several recent highly cited LCAs that have incorporated vehicle efficiency differences between gasoline and ethanol/gasoline blends could potentially be misleading. Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Market acceptance is also critical to defining the best technology or portfolio of technologies necessary to reach the targets set by government. Our policy leaders continue to pursue prescriptive technology policies in the hopes of solving all of our energy and emissions problems.

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JUNE 15, 2011

Conventional automotive technologies have significant emission-reduction potential, according to a draft of the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) latest report on automotive propulsion, Powering Autos to 2020. BCG finds that ICE technologies can reduce CO 2 emissions up to 40% at a cost as low as $50 per percentage of reduction.

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JANUARY 22, 2010

million) in 22 studies and projects to develop new technology that will speed up the reduction of CO 2 emissions from road vehicles. The work will help to accelerate the reduction of carbon emissions and deliver mass-market low carbon road vehicles within 5 to 15 years. 2nd Generation Zero Emissions 12t Battery Electric Truck.

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OCTOBER 8, 2015

Essentially, the use of the Cobra supercharger helps reduce engine-out emissions, effectively making Eminox’s task easier. Having better control over the combustion process reduces the emission load on the exhaust aftertreatment systems. —Jog Lall, sales and marketing director Eminox.

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard. This reduces to 2.5%

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JANUARY 11, 2010

liter gasoline engine designed for the North American market that features direct injection (DI) and Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) for enhanced performance and fuel efficiency. liter Ti-VCT engine and PowerShift dual-clutch transmission for the North American market will not be marketed in Europe.

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JANUARY 11, 2012

Automotive supplier KSPG Automotive (formerly Kolbenschmidt Pierburg), a subsidiary of Rheinmetall AG, and FEV have jointly developed a concept for a compact, 30 kW range extender for battery-electric vehicles. The engine, with a 90° V, is port fuel injected, with two valves per cylinder, and meets Euro 6 emission requirements.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

At the SAE 2013 Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Symposium in Anaheim this week, Owen Thunes, Senior Project Engineer, Zero Emissions Research Group at Nissan, provided an updated overview of the company’s development efforts on the upcoming FF (Front-engine, Front-wheel drive) hybrid system. Earlier post.) —Owen Thunes.

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JUNE 7, 2010

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment to electric powertrains. Specific engine-mapping aimed at reducing fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. New TCe gasoline engine family.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2009

Renault is currently working on the development of low-emission and zero-CO 2 emissions vehicles in what it calls “ a determined bid ” to introduce as many effective technologies as possible at an affordable price. Electric motors. Renault is aiming to become the industry leader in the realm of mass-market electric vehicles.

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APRIL 18, 2013

In 2012, sales of hybrid-electric vehicles passed the one million mark. In addition to the progress in renewables, the report noted that there is a “window of opportunity” opening in the transport sector, headlined by the progress in growth of hybrid electric (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV) sales. million, up 43% from 2011.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2009

liter, 3-cylinder Range Extender engine with integrated electrical generator. In a series hybrid vehicle, the Range Extender engine is attached to an electricity generator and provides an efficient source of energy to power the electric motor directly or charge the vehicles battery. The Lotus 1.2-liter, Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 16, 2016

SuperTruck II builds on the successful SuperTruck I program, which has already led to more than twenty fuel saving technologies that have reached the commercial market, said Acting Assistant Secretary David Friedman. By area of interest, the awards are: EV Everywhere Plug‐In Electric Vehicle Local Showcases (Area of Interest 1).

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MAY 6, 2011

million) depending on local market and taxes. Jaguar expects the C-X75 to deliver CO 2 emissions of less than 99 g/km while being able to achieve in excess of 200 mph. The road-going supercar will use a downsized, highly-boosted gasoline engine with one electric motor at each axle.

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JUNE 4, 2010

Using a 2007 base vehicle, the committee estimated the potential fuel savings and costs to consumers of available technology combinations for three types of engines over that timeframe: spark-ignition gasoline, compression-ignition (CI) diesel, and hybrid. The practicality of full-performance battery electric vehicles (i.e.,

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MARCH 19, 2013

This first report (Phase I) examines only the impact of improving the efficiency of fossil-fueled vehicles, in which efficiency gains are delivered by the improvement of the internal combustion engine vehicle, including lightweighting, engine downsizing and hybridization.

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JANUARY 9, 2012

Ford unveiled the new 2013 Ford Fusion midsize sedan, with conventional gasoline engine; hybrid featuring a next-generation of Ford’s hybrid system; and plug-in hybrid versions at the Detroit Auto Show—the first production sedan to offer that trio of options. The new Fusion also points to the next Ford Mondeo for world markets.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

The new Astra is launching with a complete line-up of eight gasoline and diesel engines ranging from 70 kW/95 hp to 132 kW/180 hp. The Astra’s line-up of powertrains with manual transmission cuts fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions overall by more than 12% compared with the current generation. gasoline engines. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). The CAR report, the US Automotive Market and Industry in 2025 , relies on technology and market forecast data from the National Research Council (NRC) and J.D. Source: CAR. Click to enlarge. use of stop/start technology.

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APRIL 24, 2010

The primary goal is developing a prototype of a CNG-fueled parallel hybrid based on an Opel Astra Caravan with less than 90 g CO 2 /km emissions. liter, 3-cylinder based on the Opel Ecotec Compact run on natural gas; a 25 kW electrical machine; and an additional clutch between the two. The compression ratio was increased from 10.1

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FEBRUARY 22, 2010

The new F800 Style is a five-seat upper-range sedan featuring an all-new multi drive platform suited for a hydrogen fuel cell electric drive with a range of almost 600 kilometers (373 miles) as well as the a plug-in hybrid drive with a 30 km (19 mile) all-electric range. This applies in particular to the electric drive with fuel cell.

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JULY 12, 2013

The challenge, notes the report, is to maintain this momentum to secure the long-term future of the sector by growing the UK share of the value chain and advancing in research and development (R&D) on ultra-low emission vehicles. Key focus areas are: Integration of combustion engines and electric machines to reduce cost and increase utility.

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