Downsizing, Gasoline and MPG

Cummins progressing with lightweight downsized T2B2 diesel for pickup; 40% improvement in fuel economy over gasoline V8

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Earlier post.). Source: Cummins.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing

New Volkswagen Polo BlueGT with cylinder deactivation offers gasoline engine fuel economy of up to 52 mpg US

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MARCH 6, 2012

liter gasoline-fueled TSI of the Polo BlueGT. l/100 km/h (50 mpg US), equivalent to 108 g/km CO 2. l/100 km (52 mpg US), equivalent to 105 g/km CO 2. These gasoline engines and the EA288 series diesel engines, which are also new, are technological pillars of the future Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB). Earlier post.)

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MPG Fuel Economy Gasoline Engine

Volvo to concentrate on hybrids and downsized engines for US

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JANUARY 13, 2012

Volvo Car Corporation will rely on a powertrain strategy based on its new downsized 4-cylinder VEA (Volvo Environmental Architecture) engine platform ( earlier post ) and hybrids for the US market, said John Maloney, recently appointed President of Volvo Cars, US, in an interview at the Detroit Auto Show. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Downsizing Volvo Engine Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz launching E 300 BlueTEC diesel and E 400 gasoline hybrids at Detroit Auto Show

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DECEMBER 21, 2011

Mercedes-Benz is is launching two new luxury hybrids in its core segment: the diesel-electric E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, and the gasoline-electric E 400 HYBRID. L/100 km (56 mpg US). The hybrid represents part of the downsizing strategy of Mercedes-Benz. E300 BlueTEC HYBRID. Click to enlarge. E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID. E 400 HYBRID.

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Detroit Mercedes Gasoline Hybrid

VW Premieres New Polo GTI; Textbook Downsizing Results in 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption from Predecessor

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FEBRUARY 20, 2010

The new Polo GTI, in what Volkswagen is calling “textbook downsizing”, is powered by a new 1.4-liter liter TSI with gasoline direct injection plus turbo- and supercharging. L/100km (40 mpg US)—equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 139 g/km. L/100km (30 mpg US)—equivalent to 188 g/km CO 2.

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Downsizing Fuel MPG 2006 IT

Audis Downsized 1.2L TFSI for the A3 and A3 Sportback

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Audi has introduced a new low-displacement turbocharged gasoline engine in the A3 model line. mpg US); CO 2 emissions are 127 g/km (204 g/mile). Downsizing entails the replacement of engine displacement with turbocharging. Turbocharging and direct gasoline injection facilitate a compression ratio of 10.0:1. Earlier post.)

Downsizing

Downsizing Audi Gasoline-Electric Engine

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

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OCTOBER 2, 2014

mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of about 129 g/km. The powertrain incorporates a new aluminum-based downsized twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter The four-door fastback is powered by a hybrid electric powertrain that is expected to deliver 550 hp (410 kW) with fuel consumption of 5.5 L/100 km (42.8

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Infinity Fuel Economy MPG Concept

Audi introducing 5-door A1 Sportback; fuel consumption as low as 62 mpg US for diesel versions

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NOVEMBER 18, 2011

Buyers in Europe will be able to choose between three TFSI gasoline and three TDI diesel four-cylinder direct-injection engines producing between 63 kW (86 hp) and 136 kW (185 hp). All the engines follow the downsizing principle of substituting forced induction for displacement. All versions except the 1.6 All versions except the 1.6

MPG

MPG Audi Diesel Fuel

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

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JANUARY 9, 2010

Peugeot continues to improve engine efficiency with a downsizing strategy for its gasoline and HDi FAP diesel engines. The Marque is also developing a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine. 100 km (62 mpg US) and 99g of CO 2 /km. L/100 km (118 mpg US). L/100 km (48 mpg US) or 119 g/km of CO 2. HYbrid4 Plug-in.

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Downsizing Plug-in Hybrid Concept

DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

mpg US (5.87 mpg by 2016 and result in an average light vehicle tailpipe CO 2 level of 250 grams per mile. downsize), and the agencies say they have included costs of preserving performance, utility and safety. mpg in MY 2021. mpg in model year 2025. L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6 improvements.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy MPG

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

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JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

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JANUARY 16, 2012

The new Peugeot 208 B-segment supermini, which launches this spring in Europe, will be available in 3- and 5-door bodystyles with a range of gasoline and diesel engines including a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine range and the latest generation of Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines. mpg US or 4.3 208 gasoline range.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine France

Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

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MAY 14, 2009

Continuing to emphasize a downsizing approach, Volkswagen presented two new engines at the at the 30 th Vienna Engine Symposium (7-8 May): the 1.2-liter liter TSI gasoline engine and the 1.6-liter Downsizing is rigorously being developed in the volume segments with the 1.2 L/100km (43 mpg US), with 129 g/km CO 2.

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Downsizing Engine MPG Exhaust

Hyundai introduces 3rd generation Tucson ix hydrogen fuel cell vehicle; significant increase in range and fuel efficiency

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FEBRUARY 14, 2011

The Tucson ix FCEV can travel more than 400 miles (644 km) on a single fueling, a 76% improvement over its predecessor, and a range equal to a gasoline-powered car. It achieves gasoline equivalent fuel efficiency of more than 70 mpg US (3.36 Gasoline equiv. liter Nu engine delivering 40 mpg highway for the Elantra.

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Tucson Hyundai Hydrogen Fuel

Citroën introduces first members of new 3-cylinder gasoline engine family; 1.0L and 1.2L PureTech reduce fuel consumption about 25%

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DECEMBER 11, 2012

Citroën is introducing the first members of its new PureTech family of three-cylinder gasoline engines on the C3, DS3 and C-Elysée (for international markets) ranges. 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.

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Engine Gasoline Fuel MPG

Volkswagen introduces new 1L, 3-cylinder gasoline Golf; 54.7 mpg

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JUNE 2, 2015

mpg US) (99 g/km CO 2 )—more efficient than any previous Golf with a gasoline engine. The new TSI engine also offers the highest specific torque of any large-scale production series gasoline engines: 200 N·m per liter displacement. l/100 km (52 mpg). l/100 km (51 mpg). l/100 km (54.7 Golf Comparisons.

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Gasoline MPG Exhaust Engine

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

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JUNE 29, 2012

For the 2013 XF and XJ lineup, Jaguar is adding two new downsized forced induction gasoline powerplants: 3.0-liter liter V8 gasoline units. Eight-speed ZF automatic transmissions are now fitted to all gasoline and diesel XJ and XF variants as standard for greater efficiency and performance. l/100km (46 mpg US).

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Gasoline Engine 2013 MPH

Volkswagen Taigun concept SUV features new 3-cylinder, direct-injected, turbo 1.0L TSI

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OCTOBER 24, 2012

liter TSI engine (turbocharged, gasoline direct injection engine) with 81 kW / 110 PS / 108 hp (from 5,000/min). mpg US), equivalent to 110 g/km CO 2. The four-seat Taigun is powered by a new 1.0-liter Its combined fuel consumption is 4.7 l/100 km (52.3 This makes the three-cylinder TSI an ideal match for the Taigun.

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Concept SUV South America Downsizing

ExxonMobil Outlook projects hybrids and advanced vehicles to account for nearly 50% of cars globally by 2040; fuel demand for for personal vehicles to peak and decline, while commercial transportation demand rises 70%

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

While oil will remain the most widely used fuel, overall energy demand will be reshaped by a continued shift toward less-carbon-intensive energy source as well as steep improvements in energy efficiency in areas such as transportation, where the expanded use of advanced and hybrid vehicles will help push average new-car fuel economy to 48 mpg (4.9

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Personal Global Transportation Fuel

Hyundai completes development of 3rd generation fuel cell vehicle; targeting mass production in 2015

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

The SUV has a full-tank range of 650 kilometers (404 miles)—equal to that of a gasoline-powered car. The new model gets gasoline equivalent fuel efficiency of 31 kilometers per liter (73 mpg US), a 15% improvement over the previous version. Gasoline equivalent fuel efficiency. 73 mpg US, 3.23 Earlier post.).

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2015 Tucson Hyundai Fuel

Controlled Power Technologies Packages Its Switched Reluctance Systems in ‘RegEnBoost’ System for Enhanced Support for Downsizing

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DECEMBER 11, 2009

CPT says that the RegEnBoost system enables a typical family-sized car to achieve less than 100 g/km CO 2 with a 1-liter gasoline engine, but when required can offer the same lively performance and in-gear acceleration of a 2-liter naturally aspirated powertrain. They have also designed a 100 mpg UK (83 mpg US, 2.8

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Downsizing Powered Power Exhaust

Fiat introducing new 2-cylinder 0.9L Turbo TwinAir in 2014 MiTo mini

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OCTOBER 22, 2013

The gasoline engine delivers 105 hp (72 kW) at 5500 rpm and maximum torque of 145 N·m (107 lb-ft) at 2000 rpm/min, with combined cycle fuel consumption of 4.2 l/100 km (56 mpg US ), equivalent to 99 g CO 2 /km. At launch, the MiTo offered ( earlier post ) two gasoline engines (78 bhp 1.4-liter MiTo gasoline engines.

2014

2014 Gasoline 2000 Exhaust

Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

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MAY 8, 2013

At the recent 2013 SAE World Congress, engineers from Bosch and AVL presented papers on progress in the ACCESS project, describing the design, combustion development and controls development for a resulting 4-cylinder gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine with part-load HCCI capability. FTP75 (mpg). HWY (mpg).

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Engine

Volkswagen introduces Polo Blue GT with cylinder deactivation

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JULY 2, 2012

Volkswagen is introducing the gasoline-fueled Polo Blue GT with active cylinder management (ACT)—the first Volkswagen with a cylinder deactivation system, and the first commercial application from an OEM of such a system in a four-cylinder engine. l/100 km (51 mpg US), equivalent to 107 g/km CO 2 ). mpg US), or 105 g/km CO 2.

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MPG Downsizing MPH Fuel

Daihatsu develops e:S Technology for 30 km/l in JC08 Mode; equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 L/100km

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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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MPG Engine Oil Downsizing

Toyota introduces the B-segment Yaris Hybrid at Geneva; anticipating 20% of Yaris model range sales in first year

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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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Hybrid Toyota Downsizing Sale

Ford / AVL study concludes mid-level ethanol blend attractive as a long-term future fuel for use in optimized engines in US

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APRIL 19, 2013

The study by the Ford / AVL team provides an overview of the effects of such a future ethanol-gasoline blend in such an engine. (As In their paper, Robert Stein from AVL and James Anderson and Tim Wallington from Ford begin by reviewing properties of ethanol and gasoline blends. and of gasoline, about 14.6 Earlier post.)

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Engine Fuel Ford Future

Revised Nissan Juke offers 1.2 DIG-T turbocharged engine

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MARCH 5, 2014

Among the changes in the new Juke are a new design at the front and rear with greater emphasis on both premium refinement and sporty design cues; a new downsized 1.2-liter Three engines are available for new Juke, with changes to the two gasoline options: one is new and the other extensively revised. Click to enlarge. The existing 1.5

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Nissan Engine Downsizing Europe

New Generation of VW Passat Improves Fuel Economy by Up to 18%

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OCTOBER 4, 2010

L/100 km (56 mpg US), equivalent to 109 g/km CO 2. Downsizing and technologies such as the Stop/Start system contribute to improved fuel efficiency in the gasoline-powered versions. L/100 km (41 mpg US); the equivalent CO 2 value is 138 g/km. TDI diesel with 105 PS and 250 N·m (184 lb-ft) consumes 4.2

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Downsizing

Opel to Debut New Astra at Frankfurt; Improved Fuel Consumption Across the Line-up

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AUGUST 25, 2009

liter gasoline and the 1.3 Turbo gasoline engines and with the 2.0 The average fuel consumption of the gasoline line-up is 6.1 Continuing Opel’s strategy of downsizing, a new 103 kW (140 hp) 1.4 Turbo gasoline engine replaces the current 1.8 L/100 km (48 mpg US) on average and emits no more than 129 g/km CO 2.

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Fuel MPG Gasoline-Electric Gasoline

Nissan adding new 2.0L turbo to Skyline lineup in Japan

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MAY 27, 2014

has launched the New Skyline 200GT-t (the next-generation turbo model) featuring a high-power, fuel-efficient lightweight turbocharged gasoline engine with maximum power output of 155 kW?(208 km/L (32 mpg US, 7.35 Now, in Japan, Nissan Motor Co., l/100 km) on JC08 mode an improvement of about 20% over the previous-generation Skyline?(250GT,

Japan

Japan Nissan Fuel Economy Economy

NHTSA Modeling and Technology Projections Underlying the Proposed CAFE Target of 34.1 mpg by MY 2016

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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.). Combustion restart (CBRST): can be used in conjunction with gasoline direct-injection systems to enable idle-off or start-stop functionality.

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA

CPT/AVL Study: New Generation of Micro-Hybrid Technologies Can Enable More than 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption at Lower Cost Than Full Hybrid Drive Systems

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

liter ELC-Hybrid to downsized 1.4L VTES + SpeedStart. CPT and AVL’s most recent work assesses the potential of a VTES equipped downsized ELC-Hybrid vehicle in combination with the CPT SpeedStart Integrated Starter Generator ( earlier post ) and the UltraBattery. Click to enlarge. common rail TDI engine.

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VRLA Hybrid Downsizing Fuel

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

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JULY 28, 2014

gasoline and diesel) represent the bulk of energy consumption throughout the forecast period. However, Navigant foresees that the consumption of gasoline will slowly decrease as alternatives and diesel become more popular in light-duty vehicle (LDV) segments. Source: Navigant Research. Click to enlarge. Conventional fuels (e.g.,

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Transportation Global Fuel Alternative Fuels

VW Unveils New Touareg and Touareg Hybrid

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FEBRUARY 11, 2010

The new Touareg will offer a range of conventional gasoline and diesel engine options, an eight-speed transmission and, on the majority of models, Stop-Start technology. mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 193 g/km. L/100km (32 mpg US) and emitting 195 g/km of CO 2. The new Touareg Hybrid combines a 3.3-liter L/100km (28.7

Hybrid

Hybrid MPH Gasoline-Electric MPG

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

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MARCH 31, 2014

Over the entire lifecycle of the C 180, the lifecycle analysis yields a primary energy consumption of 521 gigajoules (corresponding to the energy content of around 16,000 liters of gasoline); an environmental input of approx. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4

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Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG

Audi introduces new high-efficiency 2.0L TFSI based on Miller cycle; 190 hp, 47 mpg

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MAY 8, 2015

TFSI gasoline turbocharged direct injection engine for the first time at the Vienna Motor Symposium this week. mpg US) in the NEDC, clearly undercutting both its predecessor and comparable competitors. This also addresses particulates from gasoline direct injection. Audi introduced its new series-production 2.0 l/100 km (47.0

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Audi MPG Downsizing 2015

Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

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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. 100km) in city driving and 44 mpg (5.335 L/100km) on the highway.

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Fusion Plug-in Hybrid Ford

Former Commerce and Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta urges technology neutral policies in reaching proposed CAFE standards

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NOVEMBER 8, 2011

From a “well-to-wheel” perspective, high efficient gasoline and diesel engines are nearly as energy efficient as any technology available. The quickest and most cost-effective way to achieve our energy usage goals is through faster adoption of fuel-efficient downsized gasoline and diesel engines.

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Standards Transportation Fuel Economy MPG

Škoda Octavia Picks Up Two New Engines: 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI CR DSG

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JANUARY 23, 2010

The Škoda Octavia family has been augmented with two new engines: a new, downsized turbocharged, direct injection 1.2 TSI 105bhp gasoline engine and the latest 1.6 TDI CR 105bhp diesel engine with DSG dual-clutch transmission. Škoda is part of the Volkswagen Group. Škoda Octavia. Click to enlarge. Fuel consumption is 5.7 L/100km (41.3

Engine

Engine Downsizing MPG Diesel

Opel presents new 1.0 SIDI Turbo engine at Aachen Colloquium; below 100 gCO2/km and ~59 mpg in the Adam

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OCTOBER 8, 2013

liter turbocharged gasoline direct injection engine ( earlier post ) at the 22 nd Aachen Colloquium in Germany. l/100 km (59 mpg US ). SIDI Turbo is the first in a new, modular family of three- and four-cylinder gasoline engines in the sub-1.6-liter Matthias Alt, Opel’s Chief Engineer, Small Gasoline Engines.

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Engine MPG Exhaust Gasoline

Toyota Europe hybrid sales up 43% year-on-year in 2013; almost 18.5% of total TME sales, 28% in W. Europe

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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. l/100 km (65 mpg US), with 84 g/km CO 2. l/100 km (63.6

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LS 600H Europe 2013 Sale

Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

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MARCH 14, 2010

In addition to its twin turbos, the new eight-cylinder unit—known internally as the M 157—features gasoline direct injection with spray-guided combustion and twin turbochargers. mpg US) (NEDC combined consumption, provisional figure)—a fuel savings of 25% compared to the current S63 AMG. The new AMG 5.5-liter

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Downsizing Standards Fuel Mercedes

Fiat Launches New 1.8L Gasoline Direct-Injection Turbo in Lancia Delta

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MAY 25, 2009

liter, four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engine—the 1.8 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. The 200 HP 1.8 Di TurboJet. Click to enlarge.

Gasoline

Gasoline Exhaust Engine Convert

Cummins progressing with lightweight downsized T2B2 diesel for pickup; 40% improvement in fuel economy over gasoline V8

New Volkswagen Polo BlueGT with cylinder deactivation offers gasoline engine fuel economy of up to 52 mpg US

Volvo to concentrate on hybrids and downsized engines for US

Mercedes-Benz launching E 300 BlueTEC diesel and E 400 gasoline hybrids at Detroit Auto Show

VW Premieres New Polo GTI; Textbook Downsizing Results in 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption from Predecessor

Audis Downsized 1.2L TFSI for the A3 and A3 Sportback

Infiniti Q80 Inspiration concept hybrid delivers 550 hp with 42.8 mpg fuel economy

Audi introducing 5-door A1 Sportback; fuel consumption as low as 62 mpg US for diesel versions

Peugeot Launches New Marque Plan with Downsizing, Hybrids and Plug-ins for Two-, Three- and Four-Wheeled Vehicles; Unveils SR1 Hybrid Concept

DOT, EPA unveil joint proposal for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emission standards: 49.6 mpg CAFE, 163 g/mile GHG in 2025; flexibilities and incentives

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

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

Volkswagen Emphasizes Downsizing at 30th Vienna Engine Symposium; Highlights 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI

Hyundai introduces 3rd generation Tucson ix hydrogen fuel cell vehicle; significant increase in range and fuel efficiency

Citroën introduces first members of new 3-cylinder gasoline engine family; 1.0L and 1.2L PureTech reduce fuel consumption about 25%

Volkswagen introduces new 1L, 3-cylinder gasoline Golf; 54.7 mpg

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

Volkswagen Taigun concept SUV features new 3-cylinder, direct-injected, turbo 1.0L TSI

ExxonMobil Outlook projects hybrids and advanced vehicles to account for nearly 50% of cars globally by 2040; fuel demand for for personal vehicles to peak and decline, while commercial transportation demand rises 70%

Hyundai completes development of 3rd generation fuel cell vehicle; targeting mass production in 2015

Controlled Power Technologies Packages Its Switched Reluctance Systems in ‘RegEnBoost’ System for Enhanced Support for Downsizing

Fiat introducing new 2-cylinder 0.9L Turbo TwinAir in 2014 MiTo mini

Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

Volkswagen introduces Polo Blue GT with cylinder deactivation

Daihatsu develops e:S Technology for 30 km/l in JC08 Mode; equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 L/100km

Toyota introduces the B-segment Yaris Hybrid at Geneva; anticipating 20% of Yaris model range sales in first year

Ford / AVL study concludes mid-level ethanol blend attractive as a long-term future fuel for use in optimized engines in US

Revised Nissan Juke offers 1.2 DIG-T turbocharged engine

New Generation of VW Passat Improves Fuel Economy by Up to 18%

Opel to Debut New Astra at Frankfurt; Improved Fuel Consumption Across the Line-up

Nissan adding new 2.0L turbo to Skyline lineup in Japan

NHTSA Modeling and Technology Projections Underlying the Proposed CAFE Target of 34.1 mpg by MY 2016

CPT/AVL Study: New Generation of Micro-Hybrid Technologies Can Enable More than 25% Reduction in Fuel Consumption at Lower Cost Than Full Hybrid Drive Systems

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

VW Unveils New Touareg and Touareg Hybrid

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

Audi introduces new high-efficiency 2.0L TFSI based on Miller cycle; 190 hp, 47 mpg

Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

Former Commerce and Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta urges technology neutral policies in reaching proposed CAFE standards

Škoda Octavia Picks Up Two New Engines: 1.2 TSI and 1.6 TDI CR DSG

Opel presents new 1.0 SIDI Turbo engine at Aachen Colloquium; below 100 gCO2/km and ~59 mpg in the Adam

Toyota Europe hybrid sales up 43% year-on-year in 2013; almost 18.5% of total TME sales, 28% in W. Europe

Downsized 5.5L V8 Biturbo in S 63 AMG Delivers 25% Fuel Savings Compared to Predecessor; Stop-Start is Standard

Fiat Launches New 1.8L Gasoline Direct-Injection Turbo in Lancia Delta

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