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Monolayer PA6 a promising solution for SORE fuel tanks and permeation compliance

2014-09-26

Small Off-Road Engine (SORE) fuel tanks traditionally have been blow molded in high-density polyethylene (HDPE), but HDPE on its own does not meet the new stringent permeation regulations. Of all commercially available solutions to reach the EPA requirements, monomaterial PA6 technology scores the highest when it comes to the combination of permeability, process stability, mechanical properties, and costs, according to DSM.

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BorgWarner expects EGR, natural-gas growth for commercial vehicles

2014-12-12

BorgWarner Chief Technology Officer, Christopher P. Thomas, discusses the company's new exhaust gas recirculation modules, EcoFlash ignition system, and heavy-duty controlled coolant pump for commercial diesel and natural gas engines, as well as the trends driving their development.

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Alt fuels make inroads despite obstacles

2017-03-17

Commercial vehicles are beginning to adopt alternative energy sources, but the transition remains slow. Batteries and an array of renewable fuels are seeing more usage, but costs and infrastructure remain hindrances for these fragmented technologies.

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London moves toward green buses in effort to cut pollution

2016-12-02

London Mayor Sadiq Khan unveiled the world’s first double-decker hydrogen bus at the end of November as part of a commitment to phase out purchase of new pure diesel buses in the capital's fleet beginning in 2018.

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EPA’s Grundler talks Phase 2, potential NOx standard

2016-12-07

Christopher Grundler, the Director of OTAQ for the U.S. EPA, answered questions about Phase 2 rule-making for heavy trucks, global harmonization of emissions regulations, and his outlook for a new national NOx standard. Grundler will be the featured speaker on opening day of the SAE 2017 Government/Industry Meeting taking place January 25-27 in Washington D.C.

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Faurecia targets NOx reduction at lower exhaust temps with lightweight cartridges

2017-02-28

Called a “new generation” of NOx reduction technology, ASDS (Ammonia Storage and Delivery System) is designed ultimately to replace conventional tanks containing a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) or AdBlue with lighter, high-efficiency cartridges containing a solid material called AdAmmine.

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Tech-heavy Iveco Z Truck concept spawns 29 patents

2016-09-22

Iveco debuted its world premiere Z Truck concept at IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover, Germany, revealing an array of technologies including a next-gen LNG engine, waste heat recovery, automated driving and enhanced aerodynamics.

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New Valeo clutch disc a 'downspeeding enabler'

2016-09-22

Engineers at Valeo have developed a high torque, low stiffness (HTLS) clutch disc for heavy trucks and buses that increases damping performance by 40% and allows a reduction of engine speed by up to 200 rpm.

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UPS launches hydraulic-hybrid propulsion into Chicago service

2016-10-07

United Parcel Service has begun converting 50 gasoline delivery trucks with hydraulic hybrid propulsion systems for use in the Chicago area.

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Steel piston and coating system reduce cost of ownership for CV engines

2016-09-16

A new piston and pin concept and a high-temperature-resistant, low-friction coating result in reduced friction and lower fuel consumption for commercial vehicle engines.

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Phase 2 GHG driver for advanced technology, alternative fuels

2016-10-20

EPA's Christopher Grundler and expert panelists at COMVEC 2016 offered their insights on technology pathways and challenges to meeting the recently issued final greenhouse-gas standards affecting model year 2021-2027 medium- and heavy-duty on-highway vehicles.

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Navistar’s SuperTruck II explores composites, WiFi to cut weight

2017-09-20

The International Catalist SuperTruck employed lightweighting strategies to help improve efficiency, and Navistar's focus on weight reduction continues unabated for its SuperTruck II program.

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Methane-powered concept tractor from New Holland trims emissions, operating costs

2017-09-06

New Holland is ramping up its focus on vehicles that burn alternative fuels, unveiling the prototype for a methane-powered tractor set for introduction in the 2020 time frame. The engine slashes operating costs, reduces emissions and cuts noise.

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WSU team's transportable hydrogen fueling station wins design contest

2014-09-02

The WSU team found an edge over the competing designs by employing liquid hydrogen (LH2) storage to maximize station capacity and reduce capital and operating costs. Delivering hydrogen in liquid form reduces the energy used for distribution, and 80-90% of small-merchant hydrogen is delivered via cryogenic liquid tanker truck.

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Alternative fuels and propulsion poised for growth in U.S. fleets

2022-05-26

Alternative fuels and propulsion poised for growth in US fleets

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NHTSA analyzes impact of new commercial-vehicle standards

2014-07-09

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Improving lignocellulosic biofuel biorefining

2014-05-22

When making cellulosic ethanol from plants, one problem is what to do with a woody agricultural waste product called lignin.

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Cummins-Peterbilt SuperTruck nabs 10.7 mpg in real-world driving test

2014-05-21

The Class 8 demonstrator notched 10.7 mpg with a fully loaded tractor-trailer, representing a 75% fuel-economy increase and a 43% greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction compared to a 2009 baseline truck.

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Lead-acid rules as forklift battery, but alternatives pursued

2014-05-01

The forklift is one of the few applications where less battery weight is not necessarily a good thing.

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Formula E racers zap expectations (video)

2014-06-30