Press Release - Delphi Diesel Common Rail system helps Logan Renault Eco2 concept achieve record low CO2 Emissions
FOR RELEASE: Thursday November 29th, 2007 Press contact: Richard Gotch (UK) Tel: +44 (0)1295 277050 richard.gotch@m-eng.com DELPHI DIESEL COMMON RAIL SYSTEM HELPS LOGAN RENAULT ECO2 CONCEPT ACHIEVE RECORD LOW CO2 EMISSIONS Exceptional performance: 71g/km of CO2 emissions, 2,72l/100km of fuel consumption (87 miles/gallon) Paris, France – Delphi has developed and installed in collaboration with Renault one of its “greenest” systems ever to assist the automobile manufacturer in participating in Michelin’s Bibendum Challenge in China this November. The Challenge, now in its eighth year, researches “clean” vehicles in actual operating conditions. Reducing CO2 emissions from vehicles remains one of the major challenges automotive engineers face today. As diesel technology has evolved, Common Rail injection technology is proven to be a major contributor in reducing emissions levels and reaching ever more stringent emissions standards. Today, Delphi is utilizing its extensive expertise in Common Rail technology to allow customers to meet new standards in fuel economy. To showcase this technology, Delphi supplied a complete Diesel Common Rail fuel injection system to Renault for the launch of its Logan Renault Eco2 concept. The concept aims for an economical as well as an ecological car, and was presented at this year’s Michelin-organized Challenge Bibendum in Shanghai (China) – Nov. 14-17. Delphi’s common rail system on the Logan Renault Eco2 Concept The Delphi Multec Common Rail fuel injection system includes a high pressure pump, a spherical distribution rail and an ECU which are Euro 4 standard compliant, and solenoid injectors which were developed for Euro5 programs. Delphi also adapted a software prototype specific to this application and participated in developing strategies to optimize fuel consumption. The combined efforts enabled the car, during the Bibendum Challenge Rallye, to boast record an exceptional low CO2 emissions of 71g/km which corresponds to a fuel consumption level of 2,72l/100km (87 miles/gallon). “For a car of that segment it is an excellent result” says Delphi Diesel's general manager José Avila. “Knowing that even if the concept car is a prototype, its technical characteristics have been defined to make its industrialization highly feasible. “ The Delphi Common Rail system on the Logan Renault Eco2 concept allows enhanced combustion, resulting in fuel consumption optimization together with CO2 emissions reduction. Benefits for the driver are both economical and ecological. Continuous improvement, smart design and an attractive cost/ performance ratio are the key success factors of the Delphi Diesel Common Rail system. Continuous improvement examples are in evidence throughout the system. Delphi has adapted the hydraulic maps for the solenoid injectors together with specific engine and vehicle tuning for the new Logan Renault Eco2 concept. These optimized engine settings have been achieved giving exceptional low consumption for the Logan Renault Eco2 concept while keeping exhaust emissions below Euro 4 levels. Delphi has also optimized the multi-injection schemes and the injections timing and decreased idle speed (650 erpm). Smart design: As the world’s second largest supplier of diesel engine management systems, Delphi has been able to develop best-engineered systems using solenoid injectors that can comfortably satisfy the requirements of Euro 5. In addition, the company is taking the strategy to Euro 6 and beyond. Attractive cost/ performance ratio: Customer’s back-to-back testing has confirmed that the Delphi system delivers engine performance, emissions and refinement equivalent to servo piezo devices, yet at a significantly more attractive price and with a cost-effective engineering path from earlier implementations. And this Logan Renault Eco2 concept equipped with Delphi’s innovative Common Rail system is a perfect example of the robustness and longevity of Delphi’s diesel designs. Continuous upgrade of Delphi's Common Rail system Delphi has recently announced a new version of its proven Diesel Multec Common Rail system which will allow compliance with Euro 6 and US Tier 2 Bin 5 reducing the need for sophisticated after-treatment technologies. Continuing the evolution of the firm’s successful solenoid injector family, the new 1800 bar system provides Delphi’s customers with seamless progression from Euro 4 well into the next generation of tough global emissions requirements. Since its launch, Delphi’s Diesel Common Rail injection system has been upgraded and refined to maintain its performance advantage. ABOUT DELPHI POWERTRAIN SYSTEMS Delphi’s powertrain technologies provide robust solutions to complex challenges, helping its customers develop vehicles that offer outstanding performance, refinement and emissions. They include multi point injection and direct injection gasoline systems, Common Rail and rotary pump diesel systems in a range of capacities and, for heavy duty diesel applications, Electronic Unit Injectors and Electronic Unit Pumps. They are complemented by innovative fuel handling, evaporative emissions, transmission control, valve train, and after-treatment solutions. ABOUT THE BIBENDUM CHALLENGE: “Charting the way forward to a more fuel efficient, cleaner, safer and freer-flowing road mobility” Michelin Bibendum Challenge started in 1998. It is a concerted effort by pre-eminent players in the automotive world, from the vehicle manufacturers, technical partners and energy suppliers to research institutes. It gathers over four days’ more than two thousands representatives from business industry, scientific community, media…to explore the challenges and evolutions for sustainable road mobility. Seven elements compose the event: - Technical test and rally which allow evaluating under real conditions the performances of the vehicles equipped with new technologies. The tests measure among other things, carbon dioxide emissions and energy consumption. - Ride & drive and demonstration - Technological exhibition center - Plenary sessions - Thematic round tables - Meeting with the general public - Post event report For more information about Delphi and its subsidiaries, visit Delphi’s Media Room at www.delphi.com/media. These illustrations can be supplied electronically by the press agent or downloaded from www.autopresspoint.com <http://www.autopresspoint.com/> Delphi Diesel Common Rail system helps Logan Renault Eco2 concept achieve record low CO2 Emissions The Delphi Common Rail system on the Logan Renault Eco2 concept allows enhanced combustion, resulting in fuel consumption optimization together with CO2 emissions reduction. DEL5273ap 29-11-07 FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENT This press release as well as other statements made by Delphi may contain forward-looking statements within the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that reflect, when made, the Company's current views with respect to current events and financial performance. 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