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BorgWarner suggests Valve-Event Modulated Boost system can offer 6-17% fuel economy benefit over already downsized and turbocharged engines

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VCD uses Cam Torque Actuated (CTA) phasers with Mid Position Lock (MPL) that can phase the camshafts fast enough with enough range of authority to achieve virtual cylinder deactivation. Extended range of authority is required to phase the camshafts 95 degrees; MPL is required to start the engine with extended range of authority.

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Range-Extended Electric Hummer H3E by Raser Drives 50+ All-Electric Miles in Test Drive

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The positive results from this test indicate that we can downsize our battery pack, reducing cost and weight of the vehicle, and still achieve the 40 mile all-electric range needed for optimized typical driving. Jim Spellman, Raser Vice President of Business Development.

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CU-ICAR, SCTAC partner on wireless vehicle charging; Oak Ridge charging system

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When wireless charging is applied in quasi-dynamic (stop-and-go) or dynamic (vehicle-in-motion) modes, the technology could lead to extended range and downsized batteries for electric vehicles.

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Simulation study suggests ORC waste heat recovery system could deliver potential 7% improvement in fuel consumption in a PHEV on highway

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Internal combustion engines have been significantly improving in the past decade, after the adoption of technologies such as Gasoline Direct Injection, mild electrification, downsizing and turbocharging. The OSU EcoCAR prototype vehicle features an extended-range electric architecture with a downsized 1.8L

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Zeroshift Developing Clutchless Multi-speed Transmission for EVs

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Having more than one gear ratio and the ability to shift without interrupting torque enables the motor to run at higher efficiency, extending range and batteries’ life expectancy by up to 10%, according to the company. Bill Martin, Zeroshift’s managing director.

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GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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GM’s electrified vehicles today include the extended-range electric Chevrolet Volt, Spark EV and Buick LaCrosse, Regal, Chevrolet Malibu and Impala with eAssist. l/100 km) highway or better; and to reduce the average CO 2 tailpipe emissions of its US fleet by 15%. Earlier post.).

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Aeristech Secures £500,000 to Support Development of Electromechanical Turbocharger

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to eliminate turbo lag—in support of aggressive engine downsizing. Aeristech also says that its technology is well-suited for hybrid, extended-range electric and biofueled vehicles. Hybrid Turbocharger Technology (HTT) uses a motor-driven compressor and a turbine-driven generator as separate systems.

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