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Sustainable transformation—the Daimler way

2016-08-05

Anke Kleinschmit, Daimler AG's Vice President Group Research and Sustainability and Chief Environmental Officer, talks with Automotive Engineering about when to expect all-electric Mercedes-Benz sedans, the realistic timeline for autonomous technology and other strategic industry issues.

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Multi-layer fuel hose

2014-03-21

AGC Chemicals Americas Inc.’s new Sunbesta-ZV multi-layer fuel hose features a three-layer tubing system, making them highly resistant to temperature, chemicals, and fuels, and are free of oligomers, claims the company.

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Inside Zytek’s new EV propulsion system

2014-03-24

The modular, torque-dense motor revs to 15,000 rpm, weighs only 13 kg, features new-generation power control and offers ample systems-engineering and vehicle packaging opportunities.

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Turbocharger speed sensors aim for light-duty applications

2016-04-20

Proven on 11 million HD diesels, turbocharger speed sensors offer significant benefits to light-duty gasoline and diesel engines.

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Engine technology a decade later

2022-04-20

The missions of 2012 and 2020 overlap in technology.

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Engines, transmissions and alternative drives seals

2016-11-15

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has expanded its LESS (Low Emission Sealing Solution) lineup to include new products designed to address challenges associated with powertrain friction, smaller spaces, lighter weight vehicles and growth in the electric mobility vehicle arena.

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Electric drive module

2017-01-10

GKN Driveline’s complete electric-drive system for plug-in hybrid vehicles will help automakers more easily incorporate eDrive systems into their vehicle lines and eliminates the integration of individual components from multiple suppliers.

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Schaeffler electrifies its fuel-efficiency demonstrator, aims for 35 mpg combined rating

2014-10-08

Schaeffler Group engineers are targeting an 11-mpg gain in combined city/highway fuel efficiency on its Ford Escape fuel-efficiency demonstrator, using 48-V electrification and a novel engine-accessory drive system.

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GKN readies new 2-speed e-axle for 2020

2017-10-18

eTwinsterX, integrates a compact 2-speed transmission in a unit aimed at broad vehicle applications—from city cars to plug-in SUVs, high-performance hybrids and EVs, and the upcoming wave of electrified light trucks in North America.

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Ford tests cylinder deactivation on its 1.0-L EcoBoost triple

2015-06-17

Results to date show that the tiny engine also performs happily as a 666-cc twin, demonstrating potential for dynamic downsizing of the EcoBoost power unit.

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U.S. sues FiatChrysler over diesel emissions

2017-05-23

The U.S. Justice Dept. files suit against FiatChrysler, alleging the company used Volkswagen-like emissions "defeat devices" for 2014-16 diesel-engined Jeep and Dodge vehicles.

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Cooled EGR shows benefits for gasoline engines

2014-09-17

Mahle Behr engineers believe using cooled EGR on gasoline engines has potential to improve fuel economy 2% to 5%.

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The science of eliminating EV “whine cellars”

2014-08-18

There is no excuse for gear noise in any electrified vehicle drivetrain, asserts an expert in driveline NVH. The solution is in a systems approach and thorough root-cause analysis at the design stage. (For more detailed images, click on the arrow at the upper right corner of this box.)

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Inside Continental's new aluminum turbocharger

2014-08-19

Engineers developed a cast-aluminum, liquid-cooled turbine housing that saves cost and weight.

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New axial-piston engine aimed at range extenders, military applications

2014-08-18

Co-developed with Mahle, the proof-of-concept engine is compact, smooth-running, and can tolerate compression ratios up to 14:1.

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Nanotechnology reduces friction in the "film industry"

2014-07-24

Advances in automotive lubricant technology are aimed at meeting the challenge of new downsized and boosted engines, and the need for friction reduction across the powertrain.

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Chrysler expands stop-start to 200, Jeep Cherokee

2014-06-24

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Proliferating electrification and performance

2017-03-20

Ford Powertrain boss Bob Fascetti previews the WCX Leadership panel discussion, "How, What and IF You Will Drive in the Next Decade," slated for 9:15am April 6 at Detroit's Cobo Hall.

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Audi's new V6 diesel to feature electric turbocharging, new NOx technology

2014-05-21

Audi has big hopes for its new "e-boosting" turbo system, along with a new V6 diesel and a new type of diesel aftertreatment system.

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Continental debuts first production aluminum turbocharger housing

2014-07-15