Modern Propulsion
Systems with
Internal Combustion
Engines
The internal combustion engine (ICE) remains a relevant option
in the mix of propulsion systems. With low pollutant emissions
and the use of sustainable fuels, it can even contribute to
reducing climate-damaging greenhouse gases globally.
Internal Combustion Engines Are Still a Relevant Part of the
Global Propulsion Mix of the Future
Looking at the expected technological developments in the
various regions, significant differences regarding the long-
term acceptance of internal combustion engines are evident
alongside a strong global trend towards BEVs. While Europe
remains fixated on a politically motivated dogmatic “BEV
only” approach, China and Japan are pursuing legislation that
is open to technology, pragmatic, and based on facts. China
in particular continues to develop new internal combustion
engines with the utmost efficiency as a relevant way to help
reduce CO2.
In the commercial vehicle and mobile machinery sector,
hydrogen is one of the energy carriers currently establishing
itself as a promising alternative to fossil fuels in the internal
combustion engine.
The industry is therefore being challenged to offer advanced
and cost-effective ICE solutions that cover every need.
Innovations in the Name of Efficiency
Efficient ICE technologies have always played a key role at
AVL. The first AVL HSDI of 1976, the Universal Hybrid System
of 1992, and the Otto DI of 1995 are just a few examples of
our early innovations in the car sector. We have also been
“Emissions legislation has
been in place since the
1970s. Technology ensures
that the environmental
targets are met. This
works so well that, in
all statistically relevant
driving conditions,
modern vehicles now only
emit 1 % of the emissions
of the past, or even less.”
KURT ENGELJEHRINGER
Business Development Manager, Emission Testing
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