Sentences with phrase «on conventional engines»

The first will use generators based on conventional engines.

There are eight models in the Lincoln MKZ range, four run on conventional engines made up of a turbocharged 2.0 - liter 4 - cylinder and a twin turbocharged 3.0 - liter V6, and the rest make use of a gasoline - electric hybrid powerplant (discussed in a separate review).

When the engine does cut in, it does so in such a progressive manner you're barely aware you've switched on the conventional engine.

Not exact matches

As such, it forced wrenching strategic changes on Volkswagen and others who had focused until 2015 on defending the dominance of their existing conventional engines.

The transmission does not form part of the engine as on conventional cars, but is unit - built with the rear axle and bolted to the chassis to reduce unsprung weight.

Conventional production consumes a lot of energy, the infrastructure is still dwarfed by that for petroleum, and engines would need to be modified to run on pure ammonia (like Belgium's buses, most experimental vehicles need some conventional fuel mixed in with tConventional production consumes a lot of energy, the infrastructure is still dwarfed by that for petroleum, and engines would need to be modified to run on pure ammonia (like Belgium's buses, most experimental vehicles need some conventional fuel mixed in with tconventional fuel mixed in with the ammonia).

At the fringes of space, the dual - mode power plant would switch to a conventional rocket engine, drawing on the liquid hydrogen and a small supply of liquid oxygen to propel the winged craft into orbit at a final speed of Mach 25.

The fundamental problem, he says, is that conventional jets become impractical at velocities exceeding about Mach 2.7 (2.7 times the speed of sound); the inflowing air slows rapidly on entering the engine and generates more heat than most available materials can withstand.

The validation flight was conducted using a 40:60 mix of Rentech's synthetic jet fuel with conventional Jet A fuel in one of two engines on an Airbus 319 aircraft.

While previous engines used a so - called single sequential turbocharger, which utilized two turbines on a single shaft, the new turbocharger — a Garrett GT37 — is a conventional, single - compressor turbo.

Clydeside Colossus — Giant Glasgow industrial conglomerate William Beardmore and Co made ships railway engines aeroplanes airships motor cycles taxicabs... and as Bill Monro relates cars / Fort Dunlop Under Siege — Douglas Blain takes a close look at a manufacturing operation which is key to the survival of our hobby / Buying a Car For Restoration — Workshop / Sunbeam Tiger — Buyer's Guide / Goodwood Does It Again — David Venables reports on another successful Goodwood Festival of Speed / Austin Seven Ulster Rebuild / Loyd - Lord — Michael Worthington - Williams recounts how a conventional car from Chiswick strayed from the straight and narrow / Dollar Derby — The Editor enjoys a 3 1/2 litre Bentley that cost # 1460 new but once changed hands for a dollar / Racing Under The Bonnet — The camera of Alan Smith captures the action that matters behind the scenes in the early days of postwar British motor racing / MG Buyer's Guide — Part two of our special MG supplement / MG Buyers Guide — Part Two

With new economy regulations on the horizon, will larger, more conventional engines once again make a comeback?

This may not apply to your CVT, but for others searching on this subject: I think the general answer for conventional automatics is yes, engine breaking does increase wear on your transmission.

How common is a battery failure on hybrids when compared e.g. to a transmission failure on a car with conventional automatic transmission, or to an engine failure on any internal combustion engine powered car?

Hong Kong - based Hybrid Kinetic Group does specialise in turbine systems however, and its website makes claims that its turbine generators are as little as a half to a third the size of a conventional piston engine, runs 20,000 hours maintenance free and can run on virtually any fuel - from petrol and diesel to hydrogen, or propane.

RS500s were a surprisingly large step on from their conventional Cosworth counterparts, primarily thanks to an upgraded engine honed for competition (and put to good use in various touring car series, most notably the British Touring Car Championship.

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.

Optional on the 4 - cylinder, and standard with all other engines, is Audi's signature quattro all - wheel drive, which comes with a conventional 8 - speed automatic transmission.

The new compact, lighter weight engine also utilizes a twin Continuously Variable Timing Control (CVTC) system mounted on both intake and exhaust ports (versus conventional CVTC systems which are mounted only on the intake port), similar to the system used on the flagship Nissan Maxima.

Based on a four - seater configuration and using a front - engine layout based on the Falcon, the Mustang II was much more conventional in design and concept and closely resembled the final production variant that would appear in 1964.

The company, which today launched a new limited edition of its hatchback Kwid in association with Marvel, would also keep on rolling out models with conventional engines in segments where it is not present.

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At this year's IAA, Opel displays the Flexpower, a Vectra sedan which appears unchanged from the outside, yet has a two - liter turbo engine that can run on E85 bioethanol fuel, conventional gasoline or any mixture of the two.

In terms of powertrain technologies, Renault focused on the introduction of new technologies for internal combustion engines and conventional transmissions, as well as outlining its commitment... Read more →

VALVETRONIC already plays a role worldwide in numerous BMW power units; the advantage of this system is infinite valve lift control on the intake valves, making the conventional throttle butterfly used in former engine generations superfluous.

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The 7.3:1 ratio is higher than the average conventional 7 - speed automatic transmissions used on high - displacement engine - equipped vehicles, making it among the world's highest ratios for production vehicle use, according to JATCO, (excluding DCTs and manual transmissions).

The 7.3:1 ratio is higher than the average conventional 7 - speed automatic transmissions used on high - displacement engine - equipped vehicles, making it among the world's highest ratios for production vehicle use (excluding DCTs and manual transmissions).

To cater to BS - 6 emission requirements, Mercedes had to add a lot of tech in the engine bay and this is where the in - line arrangement has helped free up some space on the sides from the conventional V6 layout.

It achieves better fuel economy than a conventional automatic transmission by constantly changing ratios to keep the engine running in its most efficient rpm range based on driver demands.

A «through the road» hybrid vehicle uses a conventional piston engine to power two wheels, with electric motor / generators on the other two wheels, giving a form of part - time 4WD.

The advantages over a conventional turbocharged engine are not only clearly measurable, but easy to feel on the road.

On the contrary, in addition to standardising conventional internal combustion engines, the MQB also enables an identical mounting position for all current alternative drive concepts without limitations — from natural gas and hybrid versions to the pure electric drive.

The iX3 will become in 2020 the first electric SUV from BMW, built on the CLAR modular platform (for models with longitudinal engines) of the recently launched new generation X3 sibling with conventional propulsion systems — built on the same production line.

The four - door, front - engined Urus has a more conventional silhouette in comparison but being five metres long, two metres wide and sitting on the optional 23 inch rims, the largest we've seen on an SUV, you can't miss it either.

If you choose the conventional route with the 2016 Camry, the engines available are a 2.5 - L 4 - cylinder DOHC or 3.5 - L V6 DOHC, depending on which trim you decide on.

Diesels offer plenty of torque, fuel economy and range, but typically they will be found on compact class and higher cars and usually at a premium over conventional gas engines.

Last but certainly not least, the impressive increase in power on the twin turbo engine versus a conventional normally aspirated six - cylinder engine comes without a significant increase in fuel consumption.

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3.727 Axle Ratio, 17 x 7.0 6 - Spoke Alloy Wheels, Front Bucket Seats, Low Fabric Seat Trim, Radio: Entune Audio Plus,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Electronic Stability Control, Front Center Armrest, Leather Shift Knob, Spoiler, Tachometer, ABS brakes,Anti - whiplash front head restraints, Brake assist, Bumpers: body - color, CD player, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Emergency communication system, Front anti-roll bar, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Front wheel independent suspension, Heated door mirrors, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Leather steering wheel, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power steering, Power windows, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control,Speed - sensing steering, Split folding rear seat, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Variably intermittent wipers, Rear beverage holders, 8 Speakers, AM / FM radio: SiriusXM, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Rear Wheel Drive, Tow Hitch, Power Steering,ABS,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Brake Assist, Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential, Aluminum Wheels, Tires - Front On / Off Road, Tires - Rear On / Off Road, Conventional Spare Tire, Tow Hooks, Heated Mirrors, Power Mirror (s), Rear Defrost, Privacy Glass, Intermittent Wipers, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Rear Spoiler, Power Door Locks, Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lights, Automatic Headlights, AM / FM Stereo, CD Player, Satellite Radio, MP3 Player, Bluetooth Connection, Auxiliary Audio Input, HD Radio, Steering Wheel Audio Controls, Power Driver Seat, Bucket Seats, Driver Adjustable Lumbar,Pass - Through Rear Seat, Rear Bench Seat, Adjustable Steering Wheel, Trip Computer, Power Windows, Leather Steering Wheel, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, A / C, Cloth Seats, Driver Vanity Mirror, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror, Security System, Engine Immobilizer, Traction Control, Stability Control, Front Side Air Bag, Telematics, Tire Pressure Monitor, Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Front Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Knee Air Bag, Child Safety Locks,Back - Up Camera

Four Wheel Drive, Tow Hitch, Power Steering,ABS,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Brake Assist, Aluminum Wheels, Tires - Front On / Off Road, Tires - Rear On / Off Road, Conventional Spare Tire, Tow Hooks, Power Mirror (s), Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors, Heated Mirrors, Rear Defrost, Privacy Glass, Intermittent Wipers, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Rear Spoiler, Power Door Locks, Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lights, Automatic Headlights, AM / FM Stereo, CD Player, Navigation System, Satellite Radio, MP3 Player, Bluetooth Connection,Back - Up Camera, Auxiliary Audio Input, HD Radio, Smart Device Integration, Steering Wheel Audio Controls, Power Driver Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Bucket Seats, Heated Front Seat (s), Driver Adjustable Lumbar,Pass - Through Rear Seat, Rear Bench Seat, Adjustable Steering Wheel, Trip Computer, Power Windows, Telematics, Leather Steering Wheel, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, A / C, Premium Synthetic Seats, Driver Vanity Mirror, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror,Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror, Universal Garage Door Opener, Security System, Engine Immobilizer, Traction Control, Stability Control, Front Side Air Bag, Tire Pressure Monitor, Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Front Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Knee Air Bag, Child Safety Locks

Other «conventional» hybrid systems rely on a petrol engine to produce peak performance, and utilise an electric motor as an ancillary.

The heat pump can function without the engine running in weather down to 14 degrees F, where a conventional heat pump system could only function with the temperature above 32 F. So, you can count on getting cabin heat quickly even with a cold powertrain, with comfort augmented by standard heated front seats.

3.727 Axle Ratio, Heated Front Bucket Seats, Softex Synthetic Leather Seat Trim, Radio: Entune Premium Audio w / Navigation, Auto - Dimming Rear - View Mirror, Body Color Heated Mirrors, Garage Door Opener,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Electronic Stability Control, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Leather Shift Knob, Navigation System, Spoiler, Tachometer, ABS brakes, Alloy wheels,Anti - whiplash front head restraints, Brake assist, Bumpers: body - color, CD player, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Emergency communication system, Front anti-roll bar, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Front wheel independent suspension, Garage door transmitter: HomeLink, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Leather steering wheel, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control,Speed - sensing steering, Split folding rear seat, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, Variably intermittent wipers,Auto - dimming Rear - View mirror, 8 Speakers, Powertrain warranty: 60 months / 60, 000 miles, Compass, AM / FM radio: SiriusXM, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Four Wheel Drive, Tow Hitch, Power Steering,ABS,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Brake Assist, Aluminum Wheels, Tires - Front On / Off Road, Tires - Rear On / Off Road, Conventional Spare Tire, Tow Hooks, Power Mirror (s), Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors, Heated Mirrors, Rear Defrost, Privacy Glass, Intermittent Wipers, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Rear Spoiler, Power Door Locks, Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lights, Automatic Headlights, AM / FM Stereo, CD Player, Navigation System, Satellite Radio, MP3 Player, Bluetooth Connection,Back - Up Camera, Auxiliary Audio Input, HD Radio, Smart Device Integration, Steering Wheel Audio Controls, Power Driver Seat, Power Passenger Seat, Bucket Seats, Heated Front Seat (s), Driver Adjustable Lumbar,Pass - Through Rear Seat, Rear Bench Seat, Adjustable Steering Wheel, Trip Computer, Power Windows, Telematics, Leather Steering Wheel, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, A / C, Premium Synthetic Seats, Driver Vanity Mirror, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror,Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror, Universal Garage Door Opener, Security System, Engine Immobilizer, Traction Control, Stability Control, Front Side Air Bag, Tire Pressure Monitor, Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Front Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Knee Air Bag, Child Safety Locks

The 161 - hp non-turbo 2.5 L engine shared with Mazda 3 and Mazda 6 has a more conventional design and runs on regular gasoline.

3.727 Axle Ratio, Heated Front Bucket Seats, Softex Synthetic Leather Seat Trim, Radio: Entune Premium Audio w / Navigation, Auto - Dimming Rear - View Mirror, Body Color Heated Mirrors, Garage Door Opener,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Air Conditioning, Electronic Stability Control, Front Bucket Seats, Front Center Armrest, Leather Shift Knob, Navigation System, Spoiler, Tachometer, ABS brakes, Alloy wheels,Anti - whiplash front head restraints, Brake assist, Bumpers: body - color, CD player, Driver door bin, Driver vanity mirror, Dual front impact airbags, Dual front side impact airbags, Emergency communication system, Front anti-roll bar, Front fog lights, Front reading lights, Front wheel independent suspension, Garage door transmitter: HomeLink, Heated door mirrors, Heated front seats, Illuminated entry, Knee airbag, Leather steering wheel, Low tire pressure warning, Occupant sensing airbag, Outside temperature display, Overhead airbag, Overhead console, Panic alarm, Passenger door bin, Passenger vanity mirror, Power door mirrors, Power driver seat, Power passenger seat, Power steering, Power windows, Rear anti-roll bar, Rear seat center armrest, Rear window defroster, Rear window wiper, Remote keyless entry, Roof rack: rails only, Security system, Speed control,Speed - sensing steering, Split folding rear seat, Steering wheel mounted audio controls, Telescoping steering wheel, Tilt steering wheel, Traction control, Trip computer, Turn signal indicator mirrors, Variably intermittent wipers,Auto - dimming Rear - View mirror, 8 Speakers, Powertrain warranty: 60 months / 60, 000 miles, Compass, AM / FM radio: SiriusXM, Exterior Parking Camera Rear, Four Wheel Drive, Tow Hitch, Power Steering,ABS,4 - Wheel Disc Brakes, Brake Assist, Aluminum Wheels, Tires - Front On / Off Road, Tires - Rear On / Off Road, Conventional Spare Tire, Tow Hooks, Heated Mirrors, Power Mirror (s), Rear Defrost, Privacy Glass, Intermittent Wipers, Variable Speed Intermittent Wipers, Rear Spoiler, Power Door Locks, Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lights, Automatic Headlights, AM / FM Stereo, CD Player, Satellite Radio, MP3 Player, Bluetooth Connection, Auxiliary Audio Input, HD Radio, Steering Wheel Audio Controls, Power Driver Seat, Bucket Seats, Driver Adjustable Lumbar,Pass - Through Rear Seat, Rear Bench Seat, Adjustable Steering Wheel, Trip Computer, Power Windows, Leather Steering Wheel, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, A / C, Cloth Seats, Driver Vanity Mirror, Passenger Vanity Mirror, Driver Illuminated Vanity Mirror, Passenger Illuminated Visor Mirror, Security System, Engine Immobilizer, Traction Control, Stability Control, Front Side Air Bag, Telematics, Tire Pressure Monitor, Driver Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag, Front Head Air Bag, Rear Head Air Bag, Passenger Air Bag Sensor, Knee Air Bag, Child Safety Locks,Back - Up Camera

Like many engines used in hybrid vehicles, the RX hybrid's runs on the Atkinson cycle rather than the conventional Otto cycle.