Testing Shows Lightning Hybrids Technology Provides Consistent, Significant Emissions Reductions
Apr 29, 2015
Independent tests on Lightning Hybrids' hydraulic hybrid system for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses show that the technology consistently and significantly reduced harmful vehicle emissions, regardless of OEM platform. The tests compared GM gasoline and diesel powered chassis with and without the Lightning Hybr ... Continue reading
Land Rover introduces Advanced Ingenium Engine To Discovery Sport
Apr 27, 2015
Land Rover has announced its innovative Ingenium diesel engine will be introduced to the Discovery Sport. Following its highly successful launch in September 2014, the premium compact SUV will now be available with enhanced performance and economy. ... Continue reading
SAE Franz F. Pischinger Powertrain Innovation Award Goes to Tom Stephens
Apr 27, 2015
FEV North America, Inc. sponsored award recognizes Stephens for breakthrough powertrain development and analysis, commitment to development of GMs hybrid vehicle developmentThe FEV Group (FEV), a leading developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced today that the seventh annual SAE Franz F. Pisc ... Continue reading
Quantum Receives Significant Follow-On Order from Linde North America for Hydrogen Dispensers
Apr 27, 2015
To Support the Continued Development of California's Hydrogen Infrastructure Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , a leader in natural gas storage systems, integration and vehicle system technologies, today announced the receipt of multiple orders from Linde North America, a member of The Linde Group, to ... Continue reading
BorgWarner's Engine Timing Technologies Drive the Ford 5.0-Liter V8 Engine
Apr 24, 2015
BorgWarner's Variable Cam Timing and New Low-Friction Silent Chain Technology Improve Engine Efficiency AUBURN HILLS, MI -- April 23, 2015: BorgWarner's advanced engine timing technologies, including cam torque actuated (CTA) phasers and new inverted tooth silent timing chains, drive Ford's 5.0-liter V8 engine. The eng ... Continue reading
Top Green Vehicle is a 2015 Tesla, According to Fifth Annual AAA Green Car Guide
Apr 21, 2015
ORLANDO, FL -- April 20, 2015: The 2015 Tesla Model S P85D earned the top score in the 2015 AAA Green Car Guide, the motor club announced today. The Palo Alto-based automaker's car is featured with more than 80 other green vehicles in the 2015 AAA Green Car Guide. The best green car value award went to the 2014 Nissan ... Continue reading
Apr 19, 2015
Grand Opening 4/15/15 at 9:30 a.m. of Newest E85 Flex Fuel Station in Calimesa, Calif. Pearson Fuels of San Diego, CA and G&M Oil Company of Huntington Beach, CA will hold a grand opening of their newest E85 Flex Fuel location on April 15 at 499 Sandalwood Drive, Calimesa, CA. There will be a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m ... Continue reading
EDI Announces Availability of its New Energy PHEV SUV
Apr 13, 2015
Company Develops Top Performing, Affordable SUV in Response to Rising Asian Market Demand MILPITAS, CA -- April 13, 2015: Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. (EDI), a global leader in advanced zero emissions, high-efficiency hybrid and electric drivetrain solutions, today announced the availability of an affordable new energy ... Continue reading
Dana Showcases Advancements in Fuel-cell Components at Hannover Messe 2015
Apr 13, 2015
Dana Holding Corporation announced today it will showcase its innovative metallic bipolar plate technology, among other fuel-cell components, at Hannover Messe 2015, April 13-17. The company also will provide a detailed overview of its fuel-cell work as a participant in the Auto-Stack CORE network, an important initiat ... Continue reading
Shell to Co-Engineer a Concept City Car
Apr 9, 2015
Shell, in collaboration with the legendary race and road car designer Professor Gordon Murray and engine specialist Osamu Goto, will co-engineer an ultra-compact, efficient car for city use based around the internal combustion engine. The Shell car is scheduled to be unveiled in November 2015 and people will be able to ... Continue reading
Toyota Doubles Turbo Offerings in New Engine Lineup
Apr 6, 2015
Toyota is ready to debut its second turbocharged entry in a series of new engines with drastically improved thermal and fuel efficiency. The new 8NR-FTS 1.2-liter direct-injection turbo engine will be available as an option for the partially redesigned Auris, which went on sale in Japan today. Like the other entries in ... Continue reading
2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Estimated to Reach 48 MPG in City Driving
Apr 2, 2015
New sedan projected to offer segment unsurpassed 47 MPG combined NEW YORK âThe 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, which uses technology from the Chevrolet Volt, will offer a General Motors-estimated 48 mpg city, 45 mpg highway â and 47 mpg combined, unsurpassed in the segment, GM President Dan Ammann announced tod ... Continue reading
Kia Soul EV has been named "Best Value in America" in the Electric/Plug-in category by Vincentric
Mar 27, 2015
Bingham Farms MI March 27, 2015; The 2015 Kia Soul EV has been honored as a 2015 Vincentric "Best Value in America" award winner in the Electric/Plug-in Hybrid category. Vincentric is a leading source of cost-of-ownership data and analysis within the automotive industry. "The Kia brand has always stood for value, and e ... Continue reading
WIX Filters At 2015 Mid America Truck Show
Mar 26, 2015
Louisville KY March 26, 2015; WIX Filters announced it is attending this weekâs Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Ky. Members of WIXâs sales team will be participating in the March 26-28 show at booth no. 66164 in the West Wing of the Kentucky Exposition Center. âWIX has a deep understandin ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Derives Technology from Volt
Mar 26, 2015
GM estimates combined fuel economy ratings to exceed 45 mpg DETROIT â Chevroletâs recent production announcement of its all-electric vehicle based on the Bolt EV concept, as well as the introduction of the 2016 Chevrolet Volt, will be joined by a strong hybrid version of the next-generation Malibu. Using tech ... Continue reading
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