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External Data Spec

Where the Energy Goes: Gasoline Vehicles

External Data Spec Published 15 Jan 2016
Only about 14%–30% of the energy from the fuel you put in a conventional vehicle is used to move it down the road, depending on the drive cycle. The rest of the energy is lost to engine and driveline inefficiencies or used to power accessories. Therefore, the potential to improve fuel efficiency with advanced technologies is enormous.
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