Sentences with phrase «weight on fuel efficiency»

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PNNL materials scientists also have developed a new titanium alloy that is stronger than any on the market and could boost fuel efficiency in vehicles due to its light weight.

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.

The block, head, and crankcase are made from aluminum, cutting weight, while direct injection, multi-spark ignition, and a variable camshaft design on the intake side all contribute to greater fuel efficiency.

This priority on weight efficiency allows the Azera to deliver a great combination of agility, performance and fuel efficiency.

Engine efficiency, optimised aerodynamics and weight reduced by an average of 100 kilograms compared to the equivalent outgoing models mean that fuel consumption and emissions have been reduced by up to 11 per cent, depending on the engine variant.

Add - ons like the wheels are made out of carbon fibre, and the brake calipers of aluminium, to reduce the vehicle's weight, which aids fuel efficiency.

It will be based on VAG's new MQB platform that underpins the new VW Passat, so expect some weight savings over the PQ35 platform sourced from the previous VW Golf, thus improving fuel efficiency and driving characteristics.

The two American companies were working on hybrids for heavyweights — a technology that could provide better fuel efficiency on three - ton full - size SUVs designed to carry seven or eight passengers, extra cargo, and tons of extra weight towed in back.

The light body weight infers good power to weight ratio which reflects in the performance both in terms of fuel efficiency and while on the go.

Posted on 16 October 2012 in Engines, Fuel Efficiency, Transmissions, Weight reduction Permalink Comments (2)

The Jaguar F - Pace is based on an all new iQ aluminum intensive platform, which also underpins the Jaguar XE and 2016 Jaguar XF, thus keeping the weight light for better handling and fuel efficiency.

This priority on weight efficiency allows the Veloster Turbo to deliver a great combination of agility, performance, and fuel efficiency.

For the Kodiaq, Skoda has focused on driveability and fuel efficiency keeping in mind the SUV's extra weight.

It already has an edge on fuel efficiency, aerodynamics, light weight, and enjoyable driving.

Unlike traditional truck offerings which utilize body - on - frame construction, the 2017 Ridgeline's unitized body construction provides for vastly superior torsional body rigidity with lower weight, which directly benefits driving performance, fuel efficiency and efficient interior packaging.

This priority on weight efficiency allows Santa Fe Sport and the three - row Santa Fe to deliver carlike handling, outstanding acceleration and fuel efficiency.

The car's extra weight — due in part to the safety equipment and the abundance of heavy glass — hurt fuel economy: production models tested by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gave 16 mpg ‑ US (15 L / 100 km; 19 mpg ‑ imp) in the city, but 26 mpg ‑ US (9.0 L / 100 km; 31 mpg ‑ imp) or better on the highway (depending on driving habits and transmission), thanks to aerodynamic efficiency.

An all - new, advanced 2.7 L Turbo engine that replaces the 4.3 L V - 6 as the standard engine on the high - volume Silverado LT and new Silverado RST, expected to offer 22 percent more torque, greater fuel efficiency and a stronger power - to - weight ratio than the current model.

The emphasis will be on weight reduction and improved aerodynamics for fuel efficiency.

The uptick in the use of carbon fiber on road cars to decrease curb weight thus increasing fuel efficiency is a perfect example of the benefit of motorsports technology.

The engine size, vehicle weight, and tire size can have an impact on the car's fuel efficiency.

To maximize your fuel efficiency and lower toxic emissions, make sure to keep your tires properly inflated, avoid aggressive driving where you accelerate and brake frequently, use cruise control on flat terrain, avoid driving around with extra weight, and keep up with routine maintenance.