General Motors will make a giant leap forward in its quest to reduce our oil addiction with the introduction of a new family of small-displacement (1.0L to 1.5L), three- and four-cylinder Ecotec gasoline engines, beginning at mid-decade.
They will include such features as direct injection, turbocharging and alternative fuel capability. Expect them to find their way into a wide range of models, since the new engines will be "launched in GM global vehicle programs across multiple vehicle architectures in various regions.''
This is a direct result of the GM plan aimed at reducing costs, offering higher-quality products and increasing competitiveness.
It's also an excellent news for car drivers looking to prevent more of their hard-earned money from filling the pockets of big oil companies.
GM believes that most fuel economy gains in the near future will come from steady improvements to internal combustion engines, which largely explains its latest decision.
The new family of Ecotec engines will enter production around 2015.
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They will include such features as direct injection, turbocharging and alternative fuel capability. Expect them to find their way into a wide range of models, since the new engines will be "launched in GM global vehicle programs across multiple vehicle architectures in various regions.''
This is a direct result of the GM plan aimed at reducing costs, offering higher-quality products and increasing competitiveness.
It's also an excellent news for car drivers looking to prevent more of their hard-earned money from filling the pockets of big oil companies.
GM believes that most fuel economy gains in the near future will come from steady improvements to internal combustion engines, which largely explains its latest decision.
The new family of Ecotec engines will enter production around 2015.
