Sentences with phrase «fuel economy strategy»

Even the Ford Motor Company, which based its fuel economy strategy around downsized, turbocharged engines, now admits that it will have to start using CVT's as well.

While most other automakers have launched hybrids, plug - in hybrids and electric vehicles to meet tougher fuel economy standards, Mazda charted its own course by making diesel - powered vehicles a key part of its fuel economy strategy.

The study - Can Proactive Fuel Economy Strategies Help Automakers Mitigate Fuel - Price Risks?

Not exact matches

The deal was part of a broader trend of Chinese resource companies making foreign acquisitions as part of a global strategy to gain better access to the key commodities needed to fuel China's economy, the world's second biggest.

His vision for creating a leading innovation economy fueled by nanotechnology is a winning strategy.

«Engine developers can use this information to validate computer models and design advanced engine combustion strategies that will improve fuel economy for consumers while also lowering tailpipe pollutant emissions.»

And they turn out more knowledgeable and skilled workers to fuel regional economies,» said Beth Swanson, the Joyce Foundation's vice president for strategy and programs.

Many of these companies have already put big plans in motion to improve fuel economy across their lineups, but a fine more than twice as large as expected could become the proverbial wrench for strategies years in development.

Previously, the throttle needed to be 80 % engaged before the reserves of the electric motor were combined with those of the combustion engine in an earlier strategy aimed at optimizing fuel economy.

I prefer to leave these DSG - style transmissions in «S» mode, which gives a more aggressive, sporty shift strategy than fuel economy - focused «D» will.

It's a logical strategy for the 2015 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid, since fuel economy is crucial for the future of the SUV, no matter what you might think about the declining price of a gallon of gas.

As part of Honda's long - term strategy to improve corporate average fuel economy, it will introduce both an EV and PHEV this year.

The weight loss is a good thing, and I suspect we'll see other automakers looking to add lightness to new models to aid with fuel economy now that they've exhausted just about every other strategy.

Improved performance without sacrificing fuel economy Power for the 2011 Lincoln MKX is supplied by the 3.7 - liter Duratec V - 6, which employs advanced technology and clever control strategies, such as Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti - VCT) to increase horsepower and torque without compromising fuel economy.

Improvements to engine hardware and powertrain control strategies account for the gains in power and fuel economy.

Chrysler's new powertrain strategy is relying on the rapid transfer of Fiat Group technology for Multiair; Gasoline Direct Injection; turbocharging and alternative fuels to support rapid downsizing and improvement of fuel economy, along with... Read more →

The Lincoln C concept's 1.6 - liter engine shows the common attributes of Ford's EcoBoost strategy, leveraging a combination of direct fuel injection technology and turbocharging to deliver significantly improved fuel economy and torque versus a larger displacement engine, while reducing emissions up to 15 %.

Chrysler's new powertrain strategy is relying on the rapid transfer of Fiat Group technology for Multiair; Gasoline Direct Injection; turbocharging and alternative fuels to support rapid downsizing and improvement of fuel economy, along with the simplification of the company's engine line - up, according to Paolo E. Ferrero, Senior Vice President, Chrysler Powertrain.

The result of this driveline control strategy is a vehicle which is simple to drive and that offers a smooth, gear shift free ride for the passengers, while delivering excellent fuel economy with a steadier and lower engine speed.

Ti - VCT Strategy Employs twin independent variable camshaft timing for optimized fuel economy, performance and emissions

It shows, using idealised pressure - volume diagrams, how significant improvements in fuel economy can be made by implementing a throttleless load control strategy.

This strategy delivers outstanding fuel economy and performance simultaneously.

The optimized turbine and compressor employs a sophisticated scavenging strategy that improves low - end torque and response, while the electric wastegate actuator improves low - end torque and part - load fuel economy by reducing back pressure.

Daimler's decision seems to be a long - term play to help its corporate average fuel economy numbers, plus lay more of the groundwork for its electric - vehicle strategy, Brinley said.

Electric motors augmenting the mechanical rear drive are key to Land Rover's hybrid strategy, but not just for the obvious, fuel - saving reason (although economy is a consideration).

The strategy calls for thorough improvements in base automotive technologies before the step - by - step introduction of electric devices to improve fuel economy and reduce carbon emissions.

When reaching highway speeds upward of 53 mph and above, Dodge says the control strategy provides minimal rear torque, again helping it achieve the best fuel economy possible.

Central to this strategy is the introduction of the new IS 200d, which delivers improved fuel economy, lower emissions and reduced tax bills.

As its parent company Volkswagen Group continues to grapple with the fallout from its «Dieselgate» emissions crisis, Audi is focussing heavily on what it calls its «right - sizing» engine strategy for petrol - powered models, which derive higher performance and better fuel economy from advances in petrol engine technology.

Featuring an integrated center bolt for easy assembly, BorgWarner's CTA phasers with mid-position lock respond faster than traditional VCT systems, enabling engine designers to employ new calibration strategies that contribute to the engine's 1.7 % increase in fuel economy.

This is part of a strategy of having to comply with fuel economy regs and emissions crap.

It's as if the car, in a quest for fuel economy, enforces a waiting period on heavy acceleration, forcing you to rethink your driving strategy.

As part of this strategy, we worked with Congress to pass energy legislation that specifies a new fuel economy standard of 35 miles per gallon by 2020, and requires fuel producers to supply at least 36 billion gallons of renewable fuel by 2022.

Some of the policies examined include the B.C. carbon tax, Ontario's Green Energy and Economy Act and phase - out of coal - fired power, Quebec's and Nova Scotia's regulatory cap on emissions, public transit strategies in Ontario, and federal fuel - efficiency standards for cars.

Whether coal continues to fuel the economy over the longer term will be one of the central issues addressed in an update to Poland's long - term energy strategy, which is expected in 2017.

The Asahi Shimbun reports (via GCC) that Toyota will shift its strategy for the North American market to fuel - efficient small and mid-size cars in response to high gasoline prices and a slowing US economy.

Shareholders have filed resolutions asking for ExxonMobil, Chevron and other US energy companies to undertake stress tests to ensure they maximise value and don't just pursue a BAU strategy in the face of stronger regulation and weakening fossil fuel demand as economies transition.

[From Green Car Congress:] A study by the University of Michigan's Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) has concluded that the strategy with the best financial outcome for domestic automakers is to focus on improving fuel - economy across their lineups.

This is not a strategy for a more efficient fossil fuel economy.

India's energy strategy is entirely consistent with the analysis of the International Energy Agency, which has long stressed that one of the key prerequisites for a successful transition to a less carbon - intensive economy is the elimination of fossil - fuel subsidies.

In one annual report, it declared:»... [T] here has been a close to universal impulse in the [fossil fuel] trade association community in Washington to concede the scientific premise of global warming... while arguing over policy prescriptions that would be the least disruptive to our economy... We have disagreed, and do disagree, with this strategy.»

The two key strategies include truck idle reduction (where not required by law) such as with a truck - stop electrification project and efficiency upgrades to trucking equipment in order to improve fuel economy above prevailing regulated standards.

For instance, certain greenhouse - gas stabilisation strategies can affect economies whose development paths are dependent on abundant local fossil - fuel resources, including economic sectors involved in mining and fuel supply as well as fuel use.

Introduces an ambitious timeline and strategy to end all subsidies to fossil fuel companies and invests in a just transition to a clean energy economy for affected workers and communities.