Gas Saving Technology That Is Helping The Go Green Movement
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Gregg Hall
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Published on 10/28/2008
Looking at the current trend there are a number of new additions that we can foresee in the auto market that may prove to be gas-saving in an environmentally friendly way. Here's an in depth look at some of the better products available.
To begin with, there is nothing better than taking alternate modes of transports. Use public transport, car pools, walk, take your bike to your college these are the best steps that your can take towards a greener earth. It may sound difficult at first, living without a car but once you get used to it is just like not using plastic carry bags from the grocery. However for those who are still not there yet and are not comfortable with the idea of leaving behind their cars, we agree that in America, you do need to drive more often than not. But by choosing your vehicle and vehicle parts wisely you can do your bit towards making the world a better place.
Looking at the current trend there are a number of new additions that we can foresee in the auto market that may prove to be gas-saving in an environmentally friendly way. It is however only after such products are launched that one would actually know how good those are, but some of the product innovations predicted in future are ones to look out for.
Cylinder Deactivation
Deactivating engine cylinders when the load on the engine is low is termed as cylinder deactivation. Here four cylinders work reducing emissions and improving fuel economy. This feature plays a huge role when the vehicle is stuck in traffic and idling. Four cylinders are only active under such circumstances.
CVT transmissions
The full form of CVT is continuously variable transmission. It is an automatic transmission device. It transmits power steadily from the engine and to the wheels. There is no shift point in the process which helps in fuel economy.
Direct Injection-Gasoline
Direct Injectors are mounted in the combustion chamber at the center. Then a process termed as "spray guided" is applied. This improves the combustion efficiency of air-fuel. That in turn reduces the pumping losses. It is expected to increase fuel economy by a staggering 15%.
E STEER
An electric power steering is used to eliminate the simple power steering. It is said that such devices can save up to 4% compared to the power steering based on hydraulics.
All of these products are supposed to pave the future for fuel economy. Fuel economy is the need of the hour. If it is achieved in a way that does not have harmful effects on the environment, then that it what one must adopt. As a consumer you may also consider using hybrid cars, electric powered vehicles and try doing your bit towards healthier living.
Using an environment friendly vehicle and devices and following the basic steps to save fuel and by maintaining your car on a regular basis, you can have savings and also get better performance from your vehicle. We are not suggesting that you go and buy a solar powered vehicle right away, but yes, keeping your eyes open, looking for devices that are economic and also "green" can be a good step forward.
Looking at the current trend there are a number of new additions that we can foresee in the auto market that may prove to be gas-saving in an environmentally friendly way. It is however only after such products are launched that one would actually know how good those are, but some of the product innovations predicted in future are ones to look out for.
Cylinder Deactivation
Deactivating engine cylinders when the load on the engine is low is termed as cylinder deactivation. Here four cylinders work reducing emissions and improving fuel economy. This feature plays a huge role when the vehicle is stuck in traffic and idling. Four cylinders are only active under such circumstances.
CVT transmissions
The full form of CVT is continuously variable transmission. It is an automatic transmission device. It transmits power steadily from the engine and to the wheels. There is no shift point in the process which helps in fuel economy.
Direct Injection-Gasoline
Direct Injectors are mounted in the combustion chamber at the center. Then a process termed as "spray guided" is applied. This improves the combustion efficiency of air-fuel. That in turn reduces the pumping losses. It is expected to increase fuel economy by a staggering 15%.
E STEER
An electric power steering is used to eliminate the simple power steering. It is said that such devices can save up to 4% compared to the power steering based on hydraulics.
All of these products are supposed to pave the future for fuel economy. Fuel economy is the need of the hour. If it is achieved in a way that does not have harmful effects on the environment, then that it what one must adopt. As a consumer you may also consider using hybrid cars, electric powered vehicles and try doing your bit towards healthier living.
Using an environment friendly vehicle and devices and following the basic steps to save fuel and by maintaining your car on a regular basis, you can have savings and also get better performance from your vehicle. We are not suggesting that you go and buy a solar powered vehicle right away, but yes, keeping your eyes open, looking for devices that are economic and also "green" can be a good step forward.