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IRIZAR Hybrid Architecture

Due to a good compromise among Fuel economy, CO2 emissions and powertrain integration complexity (which have direct impact on TCO), parallel hybrid powertrain topologies are currently a suitable HEV solution…

Innovative coolant pump design and testing

The replacement of conventional centrifugal pumps of Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) with volumetric pumps, in particular Sliding Rotary Vane Pump (SVRP), leads to a proven reduction of fuel consumption and…

Innovative combustion and ignition system – CFD and SCE activities update

FPT is very pleased with the excellent combution system called SwumbleTM, meaning a significant improvement of the efficiency of the spark-ignited engine is in sight! The single cylinder engine (SCE)…

DAF 50% BTE improvement

September 2022 Bringing all engine measures together a BTE of more than 50 % can be achieved when using HVO fuel. This means that DAF found a roadmap towards 50%,…

Prototypes of engines and drivelines ready

From start, both SCE and full engine building was going to plan. Now, the DAF developments have gone into a crucial phase with Multi-Cylinder Engine Testing and validation taking place….

Novel electric motor design

A full-size electric motor dedicatedly designed for long-haul trucks have been prototyped and prepared for tests at Chalmers. The motor with continuous power at 200kW is specified for uphill climbing…

Vehicle Testing

Baseline Vehicle Testing has taken place. This concerns an evaluation of the baseline vehicles according to the methodology defined earlier. A reference vehicle available on the market has been determined…

Model for passive NOx adsorbers

A model was developed that is able to describe the state of the passive NOx adsorber, which is critical for the use of PNA, since it must be empty when…

Thermal insulation (FEV)

Partner FEV has developed a deep understanding of what thermal insulation’s contribution can be towards proving the engine efficiency potential by thermal insulation to contribute to reach 50% brake thermal…

Connected Services for Heavy-Duty Transport Itinerary and Driving Style Optimization

IFP Energies Nouvelles (IFPEN) oversaw the development of connected strategies for heavy-duty vehicles aimed at enhancing the sustainability of transportation systems, with the main objective of minimizing energy consumption…

LONGRUN activities by VOLVO

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LONGRUN activities by DAF

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Eco-routing

IFP Energies Nouvelles (IFPEN)

First milestone achieved

Testing of the vehicles

Alternative and sustainable fuels in the heavy duty transport sector

CO2 emissions reduction from transport sector is of paramount importance