What the Heck is HCCI
How can it help me get 30% better Gas Mileage?
I've written in this blog before about HCCI, but it's been some time ago, so I'll do it again. HCCI stands for "homogeneous-charge compression-ignition". In an HCCI engine, gas is injected directly into the cylinder and is ignited not by a spark plug, but by high compression within the engine itself, just like a diesel. Compression ignition of gasoline is difficult to manage.
Honda says it can improve the fuel efficiency of the Civic by up to 30% by using HCCI technology. We'll find out if and when it gets here.
Inside Line: Honda Plans Diesel Engine and 65-mpg Hybrid for U.S. -
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
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