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The scandal made headlines once again this month as European investigators now believe that BMW, Daimler (Mercedes - Benz), and Volkswagen have been colluding on diesel technology since the 90s, including how to control diesel emissions.
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A former Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Mahama Ayariga, believes government may be infringing on the rights of some fuel distributors following a directive by the President, halting the construction of petrol / diesel and LPG filling points until further notice.
And much of the technology needed to cut the world's black carbon output already exists, including pollution traps that can be installed on diesel engines and solar cookstoves that replace models powered by burning wood or dung.
Empa researchers are thus working hard on optimizing the catalytic converter technology for diesel.
«The better we understand these technologies in detail, the more cleanly diesel vehicles will run on the streets.»
A particular focus in this latter area is on developing the scientific underpinning of several new catalytic technologies that are viable candidates for exhaust emission control from diesel - fueled vehicles.
Going on sale in Spring 2017 with prices from # 43,495, the new Discovery seats seven, offers a range of petrol and diesel powerplants, and packs the brand's latest semi-autonomous technology.
Oily Rag: The New Immaculate — We report from our third Oily Rag Run, the most successful yet, based this year at P&A Wood in unspoilt north - west Essex / Ricardo Goes Racing — Harry Ricardo's work on high - performance diesel and petrol engines benefited from his pioneering research into internal combustion technology.
«We can do lot more with today's propulsion systems, both gas and diesel, as you downsize and add direct - injection and electrification to those systems,» Smyth says, noting GM is working on all possible future powertrain technologies, including hybrid - and all - electric vehicles, as well as plug - in hybrids and hydrogen fuel cells.
WOLFSBURG, Germany / SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters)- Volkswagen will no longer offer diesel vehicles in the United States, its global brand chief said on Tuesday, ending speculation the company might return to the technology after its emissions scandal fades from memory.
It draws on the latest developments in lightweight construction, aerodynamics, battery technology and electric drive systems to provide the performance to challenge the fastest of Audi's existing petrol, diesel and electric SUV models whilst delivering a claimed zero - emission range of up to 311 miles.
All diesel models are available with stop / start technology, although in our experience the system doesn't cut in as readily as its does on some rivals.
As for propulsion, all engines both gasoline and diesel on offer now use BMW's TwinPower turbo technology for upping power without upping fuel consumption and XDrive intelligent all - wheel drive is now standard or an option on 12 different models.
The new race car is still a hybrid that relies on diesel engine technology, but rather than stick with a mechanical flywheel for energy storage the R18 will switch over to lithium - ion batteries.
The four - cylinder 2.8 L Duramax engine features technology that you would see on the V - 8 diesel that many late - model diesel owners would be familiar with, including a variable - geometry turbocharger, common rail direct fuel injection, and B20 bio-diesel capability.
The petrol and diesel microsite includes a look at the two fuel types - comparing their strengths and weaknesses - the technology behind the engines, and the latest news on petrol and diesel powered cars.
The new ŠKODA Superb comes with direct - injection turbocharged engines based on MQB technology (five TSI petrol, three TDI common - rail diesel).
As far as features are concerned, they are identical to the ones found on the diesel - fed variants - the 45 TDI Quattro Premium Plus and the 45 TDI Quattro Technology.
The all new City is powered by a 1.5 L 4 cylinder DOHC i - DTEC diesel engine based on the Honda's latest «Earth Dreams Technology» which is mated to a 6 speed manual gear box.
* Segment - best towing (20,000 lb / 9,072 kg) and payload (6,335 lb / 2,873 kg) supported by all - new frames and strong suspensions for maximum capability * Class - leading torque, class - leading fuel economy with up to 63 - percent lower emissions and quicker acceleration with new 6.6 L Duramax diesel mated to new Allison 1000 six - speed automatic transmission * B20 biodiesel capable * All - new exhaust brake system for greater feeling of control and reduced brake pad wear * Comprehensive set of confidence - and control - related features, including trailer sway control, integrated trailer brake control, hill start assist, automatic grade braking and intelligent brake assist * Bold and new exterior design features louvered hood, front bumper, grille and 20 - inch wheels * Extended cab models feature 170 - degree - opening rear access doors for unobstructed access to the interior * Purposeful technology, including available mobile WiFi, USB connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, XM Satellite Radio, OnStar 9.0 and navigation * Goes on sale this summer
New engines are being introduced — like the innovative MultiAir technology on petrol engines, making them capable of guaranteeing up to 10 percent lower CO2 emissions, and the new generation of Common Rail MultiJet diesel engines that will make their debut on the Punto Evo and that will be gradually adopted on all of our Group's cars.
One of the biggest trends on the economical car scene over recent years has been advances in technology such as cylinder deactivation (as used by VW Group cars), and new compression developments from the likes of Mazda and Infiniti helping petrol cars close the economy gap on diesel.
These technologies, which will be available on both diesel and petrol models with manual transmission, include ISG (Start / Stop), low - rolling resistance tyres and an alternator management system (AMS).
Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.Reviews: * Strong and fuel - efficient engine lineup, including diesel V6; upscale interior; plenty of luxury and technology - oriented features; irrefutable off - road ability; outlandish SRT model.
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust systems are the latest technology to improve fuel economy and lower emissions on heavy duty diesel engines.
A defect in early - production turbochargers gave this engine a poor reputation for reliability, but the technology was advanced for its time, and has since come into common use, particularly on diesels.
• New generation of engines with MINI TwinPower Turbo Technology; three model variants available as of market launch: MINI Cooper with 100 kW / 136 bhp 3 - cylinder engine, MINI Cooper S with 141 kW / 192 bhp 4 - cylinder petrol engine and MINI Cooper D with 3 - cylinder diesel engine (85 kW / 116 bhp); expansion of the model program to include the entry - level variants MINI One D (3 - cylinder diesel engine, 70 kW / 95 bhp) and MINI One (3 - cylinder spark - ignition engine, 75 kW / 102 bhp); 6 - speed manual transmission as standard, with optional 6 - speed automatic transmission or sports automatic transmission, also newly developed; extensive MINIMALISM technology including automatic engine start / stop function likewise in conjunction with automatic transmission and optional GREEN mode; improved driving performance figures and reduced fuel consumption; biggest efficiency advance in the MINI Cooper with automatic transmission: acceleration from zero to 100 km / h 2.6 seconds faster, average fuel consumption 27 per cent lower; lowest fuel consumption and CO2 levels in the MINI Cooper D: 3.5 — 3.6 litres / 100 km, 92 — 95 g / km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tyre format Technology; three model variants available as of market launch: MINI Cooper with 100 kW / 136 bhp 3 - cylinder engine, MINI Cooper S with 141 kW / 192 bhp 4 - cylinder petrol engine and MINI Cooper D with 3 - cylinder diesel engine (85 kW / 116 bhp); expansion of the model program to include the entry - level variants MINI One D (3 - cylinder diesel engine, 70 kW / 95 bhp) and MINI One (3 - cylinder spark - ignition engine, 75 kW / 102 bhp); 6 - speed manual transmission as standard, with optional 6 - speed automatic transmission or sports automatic transmission, also newly developed; extensive MINIMALISM technology including automatic engine start / stop function likewise in conjunction with automatic transmission and optional GREEN mode; improved driving performance figures and reduced fuel consumption; biggest efficiency advance in the MINI Cooper with automatic transmission: acceleration from zero to 100 km / h 2.6 seconds faster, average fuel consumption 27 per cent lower; lowest fuel consumption and CO2 levels in the MINI Cooper D: 3.5 — 3.6 litres / 100 km, 92 — 95 g / km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tyre format technology including automatic engine start / stop function likewise in conjunction with automatic transmission and optional GREEN mode; improved driving performance figures and reduced fuel consumption; biggest efficiency advance in the MINI Cooper with automatic transmission: acceleration from zero to 100 km / h 2.6 seconds faster, average fuel consumption 27 per cent lower; lowest fuel consumption and CO2 levels in the MINI Cooper D: 3.5 — 3.6 litres / 100 km, 92 — 95 g / km (EU test cycle figures, dependent on tyre format selected).
These days, clean diesel technology is a thing, meaning you can get the capability while also being easy on the environment.
The pinnacle of the new E-Class range will be the all - new 2 - liter diesel engine (code named OM654) which comes in two flavors: 110 kW / 150 hp for the E 200 d (not available right from the outset) and 143 kW / 195 hp for the E 220 d. All - new at Geneva was the the E 350 e with plug - in - hybrid technology, which can drive more than 30 kilometres on electric power alone.
This decision will allow TMC to further concentrate on the development of leading base technologies (common to both diesel and gasoline engines) and next - generation powertrain components while improving its overall powertrain system capabilities.
While the redesign may not be a complete shock, the 2.2 - liter diesel and other SKYACTIV technologies fitted on the 2013 Mazda6 — lowered engine compression, i - Stop, high - tech transmission, and more rigid, yet lighter, body — should help keep future owners away from the gas pumps a little more often.
Do note that the ISG stop - start technology is only available on the less powerful 1.6 - litre petrol and 1.7 - litre diesel engines; without it fitted, the Sportage is more expensive to run.
The Diesel City is powered by the 1.5 L i - DTEC diesel engine of Earth Dream Technology series which also does duty on the Amaze sedan and delivers 26kmpl making the City country's most fuel efficient car.
It draws on the latest developments in lightweight construction, aerodynamics, battery technology and electric drive systems to provide the performance to challenge the fastest of Audi's existing petrol, diesel and electric SUV models whilst delivering a claimed zero - emission range of up to 311 miles / 497 km.
In line with other recent new Mercedes - Benz models, all engines made available on the facelifted CLS comply with EU6 emission standards, including the four - cylinder diesels which receive urea exhaust treatment technology.
Regardless, The Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD makes a strong case for modern diesel technology on several fronts.
In an effort to comply with U.S. emissions standards (Tier 2 Bin 5 emission regulations), the diesel relies on a new catalytic converter system that utilizes diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), NOx trap catalyst (NTC) and diesel particulate filter (DPF) technologies.
The move allows the company to begin selling diesel versions of the popular vehicles that US officials had refused to allow on the road over concerns about the emissions technology.
The Diesel Technology Forum reports that less than 2 percent of the vehicles on U.S. roads use diesel, but that about 10 percent of full - size pickups do.
These technologies, which will we available on both diesel and petrol models with manual transmission, include ISG (Intelligent Stop & Go), low - rolling resistance tyres and an alternator management system (AMS).
The EcoDynamics + diesel mild - hybrid system is paired with Kia's Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) active emissions control technology, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 4 % on the new Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP), and up to 7 % on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC).
In terms of power generation, this unique technology is therefore an ongoing development proceeding from the Brake Energy Regeneration used by BMW on all model series in the brand's current gasoline and diesel models with BMW Effi cientDynamics.
To further reduce fuel consumption, Chrysler incorporated stop / start technology into the new Ram 1500 as well as the diesel version of the Jeep Wrangler that Fiat is selling on our behalf in Europe.
Source: Ford Press Release is on Page 2 AMERICA»S WORK TRUCK REINVENTED: ALL - NEW FORD SUPER DUTY IS TOUGHEST, SMARTEST, MOST CAPABLE SUPER DUTY EVER Toughest: All - new, high - strength steel frame; segment - first, high - strength, military - grade, aluminum - alloy body; stronger axles, springs and suspension create the only Built Ford Tough heavy - duty truck lineup that works as hard as Super Duty customers Smartest: 16 class - exclusive new features and up to seven cameras make Super Duty the ultimate tow vehicle; adaptive steering technology makes maneuvering easier Most capable: Ford - engineered, Ford - built gasoline and diesel engines and transmissions power all - new Super Duty lineup that tows and hauls more than ever DALLAS, Sept. 24, 2015 — Ford, America's truck leader, today introduces the all - new 2017 Ford F - Series Super Duty — the toughest, smartest, most capable Super Duty truck lineup ever.
Both traditional gas applications and diesel products will be on display, including power adders, such as nitrous, superchargers and turbochargers, along with the latest innovations in coating and cooling technologies.
The S60L PPHEV will use the same electrification technology as the turbo - diesel Volvo V60 Plug - in Hybrid already on sale in selected European markets.
Powering the new City will be the 1.5 - litre, 4 - cylinder i - DTEC diesel engine that is found on the Amaze with Earth Dreams Technology.
It's by no means perfect, but Holden's first diesel Commodore not only matches its key competitors on value and cost of ownership, but goes one step further when it comes to technology, refinement, comfort and dynamics.
JLR should be using its hybrid technology to solve this issue; not continuously banging on about the worthiness of diesel.
However, the cabin is fabulously built and crammed with technology, while a wide range of efficient TFSI petrol and TDI diesel engines and a wealth of standard kit makes the A5 a competent all - round coupe that offers a bit more style than the A4 saloon on which it's based.