An updated assessment of the near-term potential for improving automotive fuel economy
Book
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OSTI ID:160539
This report extends earlier analyses of the cost-effective potential for improving, automobile fuel economy by incorporating refinements to existing technologies along with new ones, such as lean-burn engines, variable valve timing and improved transmission management. It finds that average new car fuel economies of 40--50 mpg could be achieved given 10 years` lead time. Other issues including emissions, vehicle safety and manufacturer equity are also considered.
- OSTI ID:
- 160539
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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