http://www.sae.org/mags/aei/enrg Get the latest content from the Energy/Environment section of SAE Automotive Engineering International Online Magazine. http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7196 The Center for Automotive Research forecasts that even at $6/gal in 2011, diesels would represent just 5% and gasoline hybrids just 10% of the market, and by 2015 hybrids perhaps only would double the 2011 level. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:03:13 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7196 2009-11-20T23:03:13Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7201 To help standardize development of advanced batteries, SAE is forming a Vehicle Battery Standards Committee. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:36:25 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7201 2009-11-18T15:36:25Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7195 System development using silicon-carbide DPFs shows major fuel savings, while fleet testing continues. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:12:17 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7195 2009-11-17T16:12:17Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7178 California owners of “specially constructed vehicles” can rest easier now thanks to the efforts of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), with General Motors, through its Performance Parts Division, being the first OEM to offer an emissions-compliant crate engine alternative. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:29:13 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7178 2009-11-11T21:29:13Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7016 Automakers, suppliers, and venture-capital companies are heavily investing in the potential paybacks associated with electrified vehicles. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:35:28 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7016 2009-10-29T17:35:28Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7052 Buses account for a high percentage of U.S. emissions, prompting an industry-wide push to reduce pollutant output. Alternatives such as natural gas and even gasoline hybrids are getting increased attention as regulators and vehicle owners try to balance conservation and cost. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:40:11 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7052 2009-10-14T20:40:11Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7042 Alternative fuels can help fleet owners save money, often without requiring large investments. But before vehicle owners switch to biodiesel and natural gas, they need to ensure that they are maintaining quality levels and making sound financial decisions. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:31:09 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7042 2009-10-14T20:31:09Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7034 Solar modules in vehicles are still very much niche products. One reason is glass-based module manufacturing limits the use of photovoltaic cells in size and weight, according to Proof Design and Innovation Management. The German company presented a plastic-based solution, the Composite Solar Module, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:44:45 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7034 2009-10-14T13:44:45Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7029 When AABC’s Dr. Menahem Anderman talks about hybrids, EVs, batteries, and where the charging infrastructure is going, the auto industry is all ears. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:43:07 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7029 2009-10-13T18:43:07Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6991 The 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show played host to the international launch of the Citroën C3, but there was another small car concept that was attracting a lot of interest on the French manufacturer’s stand. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:32:06 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6991 2009-10-13T13:32:06Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7059 There was a familiar feel to the biggest star of the Volkswagen stand at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The L1, a vehicle with tandem seating that Volkswagen introduced at the German show, bore more than a passing resemblance to the "1-liter" car revealed in 2002. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:29:28 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7059 2009-10-09T21:29:28Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6990 BMW revealed at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show the most extreme interpretation of its EfficientDynamics program with the Vision EfficientDynamics concept car. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:40:40 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6990 2009-10-07T20:40:40Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7028 There are more than a few pieces of controversy buried in the Obama administration’s 600-plus-page proposed rule (excluding supporting documents) dictating a uniform U.S. standard for tailpipe emissions of greenhouse gases and for fuel economy for MY2012 through 2016. Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:17:33 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7028 2009-10-07T20:17:33Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7008 Filtration technology specialist Mann+Hummel announced at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show in September that it has developed and patented a new way of manufacturing monolithic particulate filters for diesel and gasoline engine applications. It is called the ceramic coated paper process. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:24:53 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7008 2009-10-06T20:24:53Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7010 Even after years of continuous improvement, gasoline and diesel engines still have the potential to offer better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Continental presented enabling technologies at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:18:29 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7010 2009-10-06T20:18:29Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6994 While there were countless fuel- and emissions-saving automobiles debuting at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the green theme extended to the suppliers to those vehicles as well. Tire manufacturer Bridgestone used the occasion to unveil an eco-friendly model for the high-volume segment. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:55:39 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6994 2009-10-06T18:55:39Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7011 By bundling induction, fuel, and hybrid-system solutions with downsizing, Bosch is offering OEMs up to 40% greater fuel efficiency for approximately 1000 euros added cost per vehicle. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:51:31 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/7011 2009-10-06T18:51:31Z http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6970 Due to the lack of waste heat, electric vehicles need an auxiliary heat source; however, this should not impact vehicle range. During the Frankfurt Motor Show, Eberspächer presented options for diverse thermal management solutions. So far all technologies have strengths and weaknesses. Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:12:20 GMT http://www.sae.org/mags/AEI/6970 2009-09-30T17:12:20Z