Sentences with phrase «increase vehicle fuel economy»

Increase vehicle fuel economy and engine performance while decreasing vehicle exhaust emissions

«With strong, lightweight materials, we have an opportunity to dramatically increase vehicle fuel economy while helping America maintain its competitive edge in automotive design and manufacturing,» he said following the announcement.

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The data shows that the beverage industry has the largest fleet of fuel - efficient heavy - duty hybrid commercial vehicles in North America, and has increased fuel economy (miles per gallon) industry - wide by 3 percent per year since at least 2010.

A trade - off between performance and fuel economy may be inevitable in the long run, and as manufacturers change the performance of their vehicles to increase their fuel efficiency, consumer complaints about performance may not go away.

In addition to requiring at least a 10 mpg increase for passenger vehicles over 10 years, the law required «maximum feasible» fuel economy standards.

In the bipartisan 2007 Energy Independence and Security Act, we increased new fuel economy standards for vehicles, along with other provisions to increase energy efficiency, save drivers money, reduce pollution, and strengthen our security by making America less dependent on foreign oil.

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Among Freeman's specific recommendations are a «20 percent federal tax credit to electricity and natural gas utilities that gives highest priority to the efficient use of the energy they supply,» and ban on new coal or nuclear plants and retirement of the existing plants within the next 30 years, government - funded demonstration plants for Big Solar and hydrogen, increasing federal fuel economy standards one mile - per - gallon a year over the next 24 years, tax credits for plug - in hybrids or flex - fuel vehicles, and an excess - profits tax on oil to fund the tax credits.

These oils will increase the DPF and TWC life and maintain the vehicles fuel economy.

Engineers developing drivetrains for the new cars also say their research will help near - term vehicle development, particularly in the areas of increasing fuel economy and decreasing emissions.

With Ford Motor Co. fighting a potential deep tarnish on its new image of safety consciousness, rival General Motors Corp. — which earlier this month issued a stinging rebuttal to Ford's announcement of a plan to increase sport / utility vehicle fuel economy (see WEVTU — Aug. 1,» 00, p. 1)-- took advantage of Ford's woes by suggesting GM has more safety minded standards for tires.

With several new vehicles in its lineup and a determined focus on improving its gasoline engines to increase fuel economy, Mazda seems poised to take advantage of automobile - starved consumers once the market rebounds.

Because it also has a battery, hybrids have an increased fuel economy compared to conventional vehicles when it combines both its gasoline and electric mileage.

Looking at the numbers; Saving 10 - percent on fuel for a vehicle that gets only 8 mpg over a yearly driving cycle of 40,000 miles is almost eight times more valuable than increasing the fuel economy of a vehicle getting 30 mpg that is driven only 20,000 miles per year.

The authors argue that vehicle fuel economy may be improved through three primary methods: reducing vehicle weight and size; increased market share of alternative powertrains that show more efficiency than conventional gasoline engines; and, rather than continuing the historical trend of emphasis on vehicles that are heavier, larger, and more powerful, ensuring that improvements in vehicle technology's efficiency gains are directed toward increasing fuel economy.

Other features for 2009 focus on improving the noise, vibration and harshness of the vehicle, as well as increasing fuel economy.

«In light of future greenhouse gas and corporate average fuel economy requirements beginning in 2017,» their petition says, «camera - based systems represent an opportunity to increase vehicle fuel efficiency through improved aerodynamics by eliminating externally mounted mirrors.»

Improved designs and the increased number of gears used in automatic transmissions have contributed to the improved fuel economy of vehicles fitted with automatic transmissions.

The up - shift light will illuminate when a shift to a higher gear would increase the fuel economy of your vehicle.

of torque (10 percent increase), with better fuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characterisfuel economy and increased refinement 6,000 - mile maintenance schedule for all gasoline engines Improved steering linkage for 4x4 models Trailer Sway Control added to available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) system available 2007 MODEL YEAR YES ® Essentials Stain resistant, odor resistant, anti-static seat fabric incorporated into vehicles with cloth seats Power accessory delay E85 compatible 4.7 - liter V - 8 engine (Flexible Fuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characterisFuel Vehicle — FFV) Optional Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Optional remote start One - touch, three - blink lane change feature 2006 MODEL YEAR Multi-displacement System (MDS) on 5.7 - liter engine is a fully functioning cylinder deactivation system on a pickup truck (first for segment) and enables fuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characterisfuel economy improvements of up to 20 percent Variable Line Pressure (VLP) feature on four - speed automatic transmission (mated with 3.7 - liter V - 6 engine) results in improved fuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characterisfuel economy and smoother shifts Front - axle disconnect system (standard on 4x4 models) minimizes energy consumption and improves fuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characterisfuel economy NV244 full - time electric transfer case standard on all 4x4 models delivers 45/55 front / rear torque split when four - wheel drive is activated Optional all - wheel - drive electronic transfer case «Tow / haul» feature provides crisper shifts and reduces gear searching when towing Re-engineered hydroformed, fully boxed frame with increased torsional rigidity and bending stiffness for enhanced ride and handling capability and reduced transfer of noise Reduced drag brake calipers contributing to enhanced aerodynamics Coil - over shock, double wishbone front suspension on 4x4 models Specifically tuned monotube shock absorbers Re-tuned springs, jounce bumpers and suspension bushings for enhanced driving dynamics Re-engineered body mount design results in quieter cabin experience and more comfortable ride Re-engineered engine and transmission mounts for enhanced ride and handling characteristics

Large vehicles can also have unwieldy handling and poor fuel economy and they allow teens to carry more passengers, which increases the crash risk.

The dramatic freshening of the 2011 Lincoln MKX extends to all areas of the vehicle: new features and technologies not available anywhere else, new exterior design, new interior design with increased use of genuine materials, new powertrain with unsurpassed fuel economy, improved driving dynamics and new tires and wheels all combine to deliver an unparalleled luxury experience.

The hybrid technology sold on Toyota and Honda vehicles and which has been promised to us by Ford and other manufacturers has the potential for increasing fuel economy dramatically with no change in our driving habits.

One of the most effective ways of increasing a vehicle's fuel economy and improving its driving dynamics is to cut unnecessary mass.

The vehicle was designed for consumers wanting a vehicle that had most of the benefits of SUVs - such as increased cargo room, higher visibility and the option of full - time four - wheel drive - along with the maneuverability and fuel economy of a compact car, according to Wikipedia.

The all - new Sportage has greater fuel capacity than the third - generation model, with the fuel tank increasing from 58 litres to 62, cutting the number of fuel pump visits that owners of the new car will have to make throughout the lifetime of the vehicle (particularly when combined with all - round improvements to fuel economy).

A standard feature on the 3.2 - liter Pentastar, ESS increases fuel economy by shutting the engine off whenever the vehicle comes to a complete stop.

8A / 12A switchable Level 1 charging cable CHAdeMO DC quick charge port Battery warming system MiEV remote system (pre-activated air conditioning, heater and timer battery charging) Approaching Vehicle Audio System (AVAS) for alerting pedestrians Charging Times: 3 22 hours for 8amp 14 hours for 12 amp 7 hours with 240V / 15A Level 2 charging system Less than 30 minutes to 80 % full with CHAdeMO Level 3 DC Quick Charger Driving Modes: «D» — allows maximum performance as it generates 100 % torque in direct response to accelerator input «ECO» — helps maximize energy usage («fuel economy») by slightly reducing overall power output to reduce the rate of battery consumption «B» — increases regenerative brake biasing to augment energy recycling (with 100 % of power production available)

Because of their additional maintenance needs and lower fuel economy, they also increase total ownership costs compared to two - wheel - drive versions of the same vehicles.

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Vehicle Technology Program is seeking public comment on the draft of an upcoming solicitation (DE-FOA-0000793) totaling more than $ 50 million for new research projects that will develop advanced technologies to improve vehicle performance and increase fuel eVehicle Technology Program is seeking public comment on the draft of an upcoming solicitation (DE-FOA-0000793) totaling more than $ 50 million for new research projects that will develop advanced technologies to improve vehicle performance and increase fuel evehicle performance and increase fuel economy.

For gasoline - powered vehicles, Honda will continue developing internal combustion engines which will increase fuel economy to what Ito called «the ultimate level».

Nissan's new 2013 Pathfinder SUV — the 4th generation of the vehicle introduced more than 25 years ago — utilizes a new drivetrain featuring a 3.5 - liter DOHC V6 engine mated to a next - generation Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) to help provide up to a 30 % increase in combined city / highway fuel economy over the previous V6 - equipped model while maintaining comparable power.

Consequence: If the fuel tank is overfilled and fuel is allowed to enter the fuel tank vent system, various evaporative emission control components and / or sensors could be damaged, resulting in poor fuel economy, increased engine exhaust emissions levels, increased risk of vehicle fire, and the illumination of a service engine soon light.

Meanwhile, in AutoIndustry Land, increased federal fuel economy standards are forcing car companies to build more efficient vehicles.

The new transmissions, to be built in both front - and rear - wheel drive variants, will improve vehicle performance and increase fuel economy.

So whether you want to personalize your vehicle, increase its performance, or improve fuel economy, our friendly and knowledgeable Parts Department will help you find just what you need.

, with increased fuel economy (an estimated 4 percent)- Best - in - class performance: 0 - 60 mph in under 7 seconds - New interiors with premium seating, soft - touch materials, redesigned controls, floor console with shifter, and nearly double the storage options - More than 35 new or improved features - Industry - first RamBox cargo management system (crew cab) includes versatile, weatherproof, lockable, illuminated and drainable storage bins built into bed rails (a total of 8.6 cubic feet of space); pickup bed divider / 2 - foot bed extender; and cargo rail system with four sliding, adjustable cleats - RamBox bins hold up to 10 cases of 12 - ounce beverages, or other gear for work or leisure - First - in - segment «store in the floor» storage bins with removable liners, big enough for ten 12 - ounce beverages and ice - First - in - segment heated and ventilated front seats - Heated rear seats also available - Heated steering wheel a first for any Dodge vehicle - First - in - segment coil - spring, multilink rear suspension fitted to a solid rear axle provides ride and handling capabilities unexpected in a pickup truck - First - in - segment live SIRIUS Backseat TV ™ - First - in - segment surround - sound audio system - More than 30 safety features, including standard four - wheel Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Stability Program with Hill Start Assist and Trailer Sway Control - All - new 2009 Dodge Ram to arrive this fall - Light - duty diesel to arrive after 2009; two - mode hybrid powertrain to be offered in 2010 model year

Primarily, this consists of a default active Eco mode that further optimizes the vehicle's performance, throttle mapping, and electric assist for increased fuel economy.

With an electric servo brake system that increases electrical regenerative efficiency and a fully - electric compressor that reduces engine load, the Sport Hybrid i - DCD improves the vehicle's fuel economy by more than 35 % compared to a current IMA hybrid system.

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high - strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety.

The engine will work with i - stop, regenerative braking, and lighter vehicles to provide the owner with a 30 - percent increase in fuel economy.

Dec 21, 2011 — Two new four - cylinder, two - wheel - drive Honda Crosstour & reg; models are set to go on sale next month, broadening the vehicle's appeal through a lower price point and EPA - estimated fuel economy that increases 3 mpg1 in the city and 2 mpg1...

Custom — Allows the driver to personalize the vehicle's performance Sport — Delivers increased vehicle performance capability over the Default Mode Track — Delivers maximum vehicle performance capability on smooth, dry surfaces Default — Activates automatically when starting the vehicle Eco — Maximizes fuel economy with a revised shift schedule, pedal map and second - gear starts

There are many ways to increase fuel economy for your Ford vehicle and we will cover the most important.

Eco Pro» mode, on the other hand, optimizes the electronics in the vehicle to increase fuel economy, plus it features a coasting function that shuts off the engine when possible at speeds of up to 100 mph.

«Offering consumers more fuel - efficient vehicle choices, including improving and increasing our hybrid vehicle offerings, is part of Ford's broad plan to deliver technology solutions for affordable fuel economy for millions,» said Derrick Kuzak, Ford's group vice president for Global Product Development.

Whether you'd like to personalize your vehicle, increase its performance, improve fuel economy, or need repairs at RBM of Alpharetta, our Mercedes - Benz main dealer parts are sure to help.

This new eAssist system, when coupled with the four - cylinder engine, has a 19 percent increase in city fuel economy compared to the LaCrosse's advanced V - 6 and leverages a compact lithium - ion battery pack to provide select benefits found in fully electric vehicles, such as torque - assisted launch, energy - saving regenerative braking and exceptionally smooth stop / start.

As the speed increases, ABC also lowers the vehicle below the static ride height (maxing out at about 0.5 inch at about 80 mph) to reduce wind resistance for better fuel economy and reduced noise and lower the center of gravity for better high - speed stability.

The 2.5 - liter engine features an expected 1 - mpg increase for highway fuel economy rating, bringing it to 39 mpg and giving Altima the best - in - class *** standard highway fuel economy of any vehicle in the mid-size segment (not including optional engine packages).