2017 will see a number of changes to the Golf range, including an updated TSI engine. The new turbocharged petrol direct-injection will be available in the ‘1.5 TSI Evo’, as well as a BlueMotion version. [Source: Engine Technology International – Nov’16] Okumaya devam et “New ‘Evo’ Petrol Turbo Engine for Volkswagen Golf”

The new Chevrolet Cruze is their first diesel powered hatchback to be available in North America, and could also be the first non-hybrid this century to reach 50mpg on the highway, promoting a positive message to the US market about diesel engines. [Source: Automotive News, Oct,16]

Okumaya devam et “Chevrolet Cruze set to be first to achieve 50mpg in US”

Back in July 2016, PSA released real-world fuel consumption figures for 30 Peugeot, Citroen and DS models. To fulfil the commitment they made back then, the Group have now published the test protocol for measuring real-world fuel consumption to calculate the average real-life fuel consumption of the average customer. [Source: Green Car Guide – Oct’16]

Okumaya devam et “PSA Group publishes protocols for real-world consumption”

To enhance their commercial vehicle offering, Ford earlier this year announced the launch of the ‘Ecoblue’ diesel engine. The 2.0 litre engine features a revised turbocharger and combustion system to deliver improved fuel efficiency and performance.

 

[Source: Autocar, 2016]

Okumaya devam et “New ‘EcoBlue’ diesel engine from Ford”

Jaguar-Land Rover are to expand their powertrain line-up with a new four-cylinder petrol engine which promises to deliver up to 25% more power and reduce fuel consumption by 15%. The new engine design includes a twin scroll turbocharger with ceramic ball bearing technology.

[Source: Engine Technology International – Sept’16]

Okumaya devam et “New four-cylinder engine for JLR powertrain”