Not exact matches
Alex Ferguson, vice-president of policy and
performance at the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, said industry supports ongoing efforts to reduce methane
emissions, but that they will take a lot of hard work to accomplish.
Created to celebrate exemplars of building
performance by measuring rigorously collected data, the Awards show how good engineering can directly affect the amount of energy used in a building and reduction of
emissions while taking into account the occupants» experiences
at the same time.
Replacing the notoriously thirsty five - cylinder 2.5 - litre turbo motor of its predecessor with a smaller 2.0 - litre, four - cylinder EcoBoost engine hasn't just improved economy and
emissions (on paper,
at least) but given
performance a useful shot in the arm as well.
Coupled with the Scura's low weight (925 kg) and trick six - speed manual gearbox, the
performance is teamed up with fairly low
emissions at 199g / km — about the same as the Renault Clio Cup.
The three - cylinder 1.1 - litre normally aspirated versions are the two engines we've yet to sample in the Fiesta, but as we've seen, their lacklustre
performance has little to recommend them to evo readers, especially when you consider that the more powerful Ecoboost engines offer better
performance with no penalty
at the pumps or in
emissions figures either.
Its power is up, too, boosted from 493 to 513bhp, while peak torque remains
at 516 lb ft.. While this results in improved
performance figures — 0 - 60 now dipping below the 4.0 sec mark and the top speed climbing to 189mph — fuel economy and CO2
emissions have benefitted from the update, too.
This intelligent combination, along with efficient charging with the electric additional compressor (eZV) and exhaust air turbocharger helps ensure the hallmark AMG
performance and driving dynamics but also cuts consumption and
emissions at the same time.
And when you look
at the gas bill
at month's end, the PZEV low -
emissions performance will just be frosting on the cake.
The 16V petrol engine features a new, high - pressure fuel pump injector to satisfy the greater
performance demands and allow it to meet strict EU5
emissions standards while revisions to the electronic engine management system, plus increased maximum turbo pressure (1.9 bar
at max output and 2.2 bar
at max torque, versus 1.8 bar for the 240 PS 2.0 - litre TSI in Leon Cupra) complete the powerplant changes beneath the SEAT's svelte «clamshell» bonnet.
Despite the increased
performance, fuel consumption and
emissions are
at a class - leading level of 7.8 l / 100 km and 179 CO2 g / km, further proving the efficiency of Volvo's Drive - E powertrain.
The engine has a peak power output of 320hp and a maximum torque of 450Nm, the latter developed from just 1,300 rpm, giving this 7 Series the same
performance as the outgoing 740i, but with fuel economy stands
at 35.8 mpg with CO2
emissions of 184g / km.
As ever, this
performance is not
at the expense of efficiency, with a frugal 49.6 mpg recorded on the test cycle and CO2
emissions of just 149g / km.
Official fuel economy figures for the standard M4 stand
at 32.1 mpg, with CO2
emissions coming in
at 204g / km; the CS produces 33.6 mpg and 197g / km of CO2 and the high -
performance M4 GTS emits 199g / km of CO2 and returns 34mpg, but it's unlikely you'll ever achieve if you're driving it in the way it was intended.
Just one glimpse of the high - tech package confirms that the four - door executive segment coupé also boasts the typical DNA and is the perfect embodiment of the AMG brand promise of Driving
Performance: with a maximum output of 265 kW (360 hp) a maximum torque of 450 Nm, it is not only the world's most powerful series - production four - cylinder engine, but
at the same time the turbocharged engine also impresses with maximum efficiency and compliance with the EU6
emissions standard.
It offers expanded valve opening angles (Wide) which enables the engine to operate in a modified - Atkinson cycle
at low rpm for improved economy and lower
emissions, and in the Otto cycle
at high rpm for better
performance, while delivering high torque throughout the rpm band.
In every case, lower CO2
emissions have been achieved
at the same time as greater
performance.
The 2.0 - liter, 16 - valve engine uses Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) to boost
performance, enhance fuel economy and reduce
emissions at low - mid-range rpm.
* Horsepower and torque expected to top previous model (testing is ongoing — check media.gm.com for updates) * NOx
emissions reduced
at least 63 percent over 2010 models * Quieter operation * High - pressure (30,000 psi / 2, 000 bar) Piezo - actuated fuel system for greater fuel efficiency, improved
performance and reduced
emissions * Exhaust brake system that enables controlled vehicle slowdown on downhill grades without actuating the brakes * Selective catalytic reduction after - treatment system using diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) injection to provide the best overall diesel characteristics and
performance — with a range of about 5,000 miles (8,000 km) between DEF refills * Combustion and after - treatment have been optimized to provide about 700 miles (1,125 km) between diesel particulate filter regenerations — a 75 - percent improvement over the previous system and significant contributor to improved fuel efficiency, as the regeneration process requires additional fuel * B20 biodiesel capability for an alternative fueling option * Internal revisions that improve durability
All three engines deliver low
emissions and claimed economy over 60mpg, although you'll need to look
at the Micra's rivals if you're after punchy
performance.
The drive systems reduce consumption and
emissions while
at the same time offering extra dynamism and comfort with an electric boost function and exceptional drive
performance.
TRANSMISSION SSG Automatic ENGINE CAPACITY 3798 STANDARD POWER (BHP) 616
EMISSIONS (CO 2) 279 AKRAPOVIC The
performance exhaust for the McLaren MP4 - 12C is a high - tech system crafted from a special durable and heat - resistant titanium alloy with bigger tubes and unique solutions to improve torque and power
at all rpms, especially in the most - used middle range.
This has been achieved by taking a total vehicle approach to
emissions reduction and fuel consumption improvement, whilst
at the same time improving drivability and dynamic
performance.
If you require a more in - depth look
at how the timing of valve events affects engine
performance and
emissions, please click on the following link.
In order to meet the forthcoming CO2
emission specifications without losses in terms of torque and
performance, there are two central trends when it comes to combustion units: downsizing (which means turbocharged engines with fewer cylinders and less engine displacement); and downspeeding, which is the reduction of the engine speeds combined with a maximum torque that is applied
at a very early stage.
This explains why the more dynamic
performance and driving enjoyment does not come
at the expense of higher fuel consumption and
emissions.
* Exciting new next - generation Ford Focus gears up for Paris launch of full production - ready range of bodystyles * Global reveal of new high -
performance 250PS Focus ST for 2012 launch * New C - MAX and Mondeo ranges on show * Ford accelerates efforts to reduce CO2
emissions with high - efficiency Ford ECOneticTechnologies and electrification feature displays * September 30: Alan Mulally and Stephen Odell to unveil the next - generation Focus family
at 09.15 on the Ford stand in Hall 1
On Thursday, April 5,
at the New York Auto Show, Infiniti will unveil a zero
emission concept that will preview the stylish, high -
performance, electric luxury car that is set to launch in 2014.
NORMAL Mode
At all times the car can be run in NORMAL mode, which provides a balance between
performance, economy and
emissions and suits most driving situations.
The Diesel models for the US are an integral part of the EfficientDynamics corporate strategy which integrates a combination of short - term, mid-term and long - term measures for the continued reduction of fuel consumption and
emissions while
at the same time enhancing the
performance and driving characteristics which are such a hallmark of BMW.
With its two mono - scroll turbochargers, charge air cooler, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC variable valve timing and Double - VANOS fully variable camshaft timing, the six - cylinder in - line engine and takes a clear and consistent aim
at the higher echelons of
performance, but is equally committed to developing significant torque from low engine speeds and achieving high levels of efficiency (fuel consumption combined: 8.4 l / 100 km [33.6 mpg imp] *; CO2
emissions combined: 197 g / km *).
torque 600 Nm
at 5000 rpm Engine weight (dry) 195 kg 192 kg * Fuel consumption NEDC combined 12L / 100 km CO2
emissions 280 g / km Acceleration 0 - 100 km / h 4.5 s 4.4 s * Top speed 250 km / h ** * with AMG
performance package; ** electronically limited
The model equipped with Mazda's SKYACTIV - D 2.2 clean diesel engine meets Japan's Post New Long - Term
Emissions Regulations without an expensive NOx after - treatment device, while
at the same time delivering excellent fuel economy of 18.6 km / L (JC08 mode), the highest of any SUV * 2, and maximum torque of 420Nm, delivering powerful dynamic
performance equivalent to a 4.0 L, V8 gasoline engine.
Previewed in prototype form
at Audi's Annual Press Conference in Ingolstadt, Germany today, the Audi E-Tron GT promises zero -
emissions but no shortage of
performance or luxury.
The project aims to deliver full hybrid equivalent fuel economy and
performance with less than 70 g / km CO2
emissions as measured over the European Drive Cycle, but
at a significantly lower cost.
One of the key considerations when looking
at hybrids is the fuel economy and CO2
emission performance - it's primarily the reason they exist after all.
At its core, the new BMW 4 Series Coupe has been engineered for
performance excellence, while other features including Auto Start - Stop and on - demand operation of ancillary units help lower fuel consumption and
emissions as well.
According to the automaker, «This innovation as well as the intelligent charging via an electric auxiliary compressor and an exhaust gas turbocharger all have the same goal: to enhance the hallmark AMG
performance and driving dynamics, while
at the same time reducing fuel consumption and
emissions.»
Amongst the high -
performance engine lineup, with the a diesel V6 being the top notch
at the moment, the model would also add a smaller diesel with increase fuel - consumption and lower CO2
emissions.
Along with the increase in
performance, the new RS4 Avant also boasts a significant reduction in fuel consumption and CO2
emissions at a claimed 32.1 mpg and 199g / km.
Boasting higher torque
at low RPMs and greater output for smooth top - end power, MIVEC technology mixes together fuel efficiency with sporty
performance while minimizing harmful
emission.
This is a point worth dwelling on, because it proves the effectiveness of the philosophy of «downsizing», aimed
at producing high - tech engines to achieve better
performance accompanied by drastic reductions in fuel consumption and
emissions.
Pictured with camouflage
at the front and back (because it also previews a 3 Series facelift), the 3 Series plug - in hybrid gets a 2.0 litre petrol engine combined with an electric motor for a combined output of 242bhp and 295lb / ft of torque, enough, say BMW, for sporty
performance on a par with a six - cylinder 3 Series but with official economy of 140mpg and just 50g / km
emissions.
Fuel consumption and CO2
emissions are 11 per cent lower than the old Gallardo's — the LP610 - 4 Coupe claims 22.6 mpg and 290g / km — but with such immense
performance at your disposal, you can expect to achieve far less than that in the real world.
This allows the engine to run in the Atkinson cycle
at low revs for improved fuel economy and lower
emissions, and in the Otto cycle
at higher engine speeds for enhanced power delivery and
performance, while delivering high torque output throughout the rev band.
«Our new high -
performance - SUV not only offers the world's most powerful series - production four - cylinder engine, but also impressively low fuel consumption and
emissions figures,» says Tobias Moers, chairman of the management board
at Mercedes - AMG, in a statement.
The Smartscooter, from Gogoro, is a «high -
performance» electric vehicle which is appropriately - sized for its intended market - the densely populated cities («megacities»)- where parking space is
at a premium and vehicle
emissions are high.
EPA then applies the building blocks of the BSER to arrive
at each state's interim and final
emission rate
performance goals.
Actually looking
at the
performance of the RGGI investments and determining the cause of electric sector
emission reductions tells a completely different story than that presented by NYSERDA and DEC
at the NYS RGGI operating plan stakeholder meeting.
Subtitle C: Additional Greenhouse Gas Standards -(Sec. 331) Amends the CAA to require the EPA Administrator to promulgate New Source
Performance Standards (NSPSs) under such Act for specified categories of stationary sources that: (1) have uncapped GHG
emissions greater than 10,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent and are responsible for emitting
at least 20 % of the uncapped GHG gas
emission annually; or (2) are responsible for
at least 10 % of the uncapped methane
emissions.
It is possible to capture CO2
emissions at these pulverized coal units, but the CO2 capture technology currently has
performance and cost drawbacks.