Sentences with phrase «increasing vehicle fuel efficiency»

Cooper Tire & Rubber Company completed work under a $ 1.5 - million government grant to develop advanced tire technology aimed at increasing vehicle fuel efficiency.

«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.»

Prior to that, Gatti directed the Get Off Oil program for Environment America, where he helped lead that organization's efforts to reduce oil consumption and oppose dirty fuels, including leading efforts to increase vehicle fuel efficiency and stop tar sands oil extraction, and helping to launch the Charge Ahead California campaign to increase access to clean cars.

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Unlike conventional all - wheel drive vehicles that sacrifice fuel efficiency for increased traction, Tesla's Electric All Wheel Drive system increases efficiency.

This summer the administration delayed a federal rule set to take effect in July, that increased the penalty for automakers who built vehicles that did not meet minimum fuel efficiency standards.

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.

The Chinese government hopes to avoid an auto - driven environmental apocalypse both by mandating increasing fuel efficiency but also by pushing these domestic vehicle manufacturers for homegrown hybrid, electric and fuel - cell vehicles under its «863» program — deriving its name from its launch back in March 1986.

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.

California is aiming to increase vehicles» fuel efficiency by reducing energy loss from deformed tires.

After all, it only took eight years for the U.S. to follow California's lead on increased fuel efficiency for cars and other vehicles.

(5) reduction in transportation sector emissions through increased transportation system and vehicle efficiency or use of transportation fuels that have lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions that are substantially lower than those attributable to fossil fuel - based alternatives;

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.

A disadvantage is increased vehicle weight, which leads to decreased fuel efficiency.

Depending on the course that you take, there could be other areas covered like increasing fuel efficiency, techniques to lessen the wear and tear on your tires, and introductions to some of the newest safety features that most vehicles are outfitted with today.

They believe that tighter federal emissions and increasing fuel - efficiency standards will eliminate performance vehicles and parts from America's roadways.

The Indian Maserati Levante will initially be powered by a 3.0 - litre, V6 diesel engine producing 275 HP of power, mated to an 8 - speed automatic gearbox and the engine is known for its smooth and timely power delivery, the SUV also gets a Start - Stop system that shuts down the engine when idle and turns it on when it is time to move again increasing the vehicle's fuel efficiency.

Subaru is looking to increase the fuel efficiency of its vehicles by 30 percent and will introduce new technologies like turbocharging, different transmissions and hybrid systems to help meet those goals.

The company makes belts that are incorporated into CVTs used in vehicles made by Toyota Motor, and the expansion is in response to growing inquiries from Toyota as the automaker increases production of vehicles equipped with CVT, which offer greater fuel efficiency than conventional automatic transmissions, according to the report.

This model sets itself apart with user - friendly cabins, ample available V8 power with improved V6, Multiple model configurations to suit all needs, increased fuel efficiency, and Ram - Box bed - side storage While we try hard to keep all the information accurate, some of the optional equipment this particular vehicle has may or may not be listed.For the most accurate information contact MINI OF DUTCHESS.

Strengths of this model include user - friendly cabins, ample available V8 power with improved V6, Multiple model configurations to suit all needs, increased fuel efficiency, and Ram - Box bed - side storage While we try hard to keep all the information accurate, some of the optional equipment this particular vehicle has may or may not be listed.For the most accurate information contact MINI OF DUTCHESS.

These next - generation transmissions will be designed to increase fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and improve overall vehicle performance.

The increase in power and fuel efficiency is derived from technologies incorporated in the new engine and strategically developing both the intake and exhaust systems to take advantage of the compact engine layout and vehicle packaging.

Integrated advanced technology further contributes to not only increased power, but also towards excellent fuel efficiency, a trait not common to vehicles of this nature.

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.

Responsible for delivering 30 city and 41 highway the EPA numbers from a larger vehicle than last year, the 155 - horse 4 - cylinder engine has steadily increased it fuel efficiency since 2012, when the same basic engine produced 28 city and 40 EPA.

It just goes to show that you can increase fuel efficiency and still have a vehicle that generates plenty of power.

The demand for 48V hybrid vehicles, which offer excellent fuel efficiency at relatively affordable costs, is expected to increase, especially in Europe.

The fuel efficiency of the Maruti Ciaz further increased with the addition of the SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) micro-hybrid system.

A driver - selected ECON button that automatically helps increase the vehicle's fuel efficiency.

IIHS supports government efforts to increase fuel efficiency through a vehicle attribute - based system that takes safety into account.

Combined with a black active shutter grille this vehicle eliminates drag, and increases fuel efficiency.

In doing so, fuel is saved, and all - round vehicle efficiencies are increased.

While the dimples help reduce aerodynamic drag on the tire, the fins generate air flow that pushes the car forward by increasing the air pressure in the front side of a wheel wells, thus making it possible to contribute to fuel efficiency improvement by reducing aerodynamic drag on vehicles.

The remaining catalog of vehicles will be soldiering on with minor upgrades geared to increase fuel efficiency, broaden safety features, or just tweak the styling.

The engine will be re-tuned to increase the drivability and the fuel efficiency of the vehicle.

In addition to the lead phase - out a well - planned and sustained effort to raise average vehicle efficiency standards (the CAFE, or Corporate Average Fuel Economy) increased vehicle mileage standards by a quarter.

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Still, there are few breakthroughs as promising for increasing fuel efficiency and reducing our dependence on oil as electric vehicles.

In a story about the weakening of fuel efficiency standards Fast Company quotes Don Anair, research and deputy director for the clean vehicles program at UCS who explains that the new standards would increase emissions and lower requirements in the future.

Requires such assessment to examine the contribution to emission reductions attributable to improvements in vehicle efficiency, GHG performance of transportation fuels, increased efficiency in utilizing transportation systems, and the effects of local and state planning.

Improving energy - efficiency in buildings, increasing the use of renewable energy sources, and switching to alternative fuels for vehicles are key measures that posts are investing in.

''... there are already some solutions that seem to stand out as particularly promising -LSB-...] We could further increase the value and efficiency of a distributed energy network by retooling our failing auto giants - GM and Ford - to require and assist them in switching to the manufacture of flex - fuel, plug - in, hybrid vehicles...»

The Lugar - Graham plan achieves savings in electricity and oil use by requiring higher mileage for vehicles, greater efficiency in power generation, increased use of alternative fuels and new standards for energy use in buildings.

The new survey finds continuing support for a range of policies to address the nation's energy supply, including requiring improved vehicle fuel efficiency and increasing federal funding for research on wind, solar and hydrogen technology.

We will transform American transportation by reducing oil consumption through cleaner fuels, vehicle electrification increasing the fuel efficiency of cars, boilers, ships, and trucks.

Automakers could earn credits by increasing the average fuel efficiency of the vehicles they sell.

Increasing the fuel efficiency of heavy - duty vehicles would lessen the environmental and economic impacts of shipping these commodities.

I thought I'd start with the policy issue implying the smallest change in existing transport patterns, increasing the fuel efficiency of petrol - engined vehicles.

GM is also focused on introducing alternative fuels and new technologies to improve the efficiency of internal combustion engines and transmissions, further reducing vehicle emissions and increasing fuel economy.

In the meantime, as the NY Times points out, it may make sense to consider individual actions, such as more energy efficient appliances and increased vehicle efficiency, if the data shows net savings as a result of energy independence, reduced expenditures for fossil fuel due to reduced energy uses and potential reduction in defense expenditures as a result of reduced dependence on the middle east for oil.