Many paths lead to REDUCED EMISSIONS

A wide range of ICE technologies are needed to meet increasingly stringent emissions regulations.

Despite all the hype about electrification, internal combustion engines (ICEs) are likely to dominate the commercial vehicles market for several years. But these engines will have to advance using an array of technologies, including the adoption of some electrified systems.

Engines must meet increasingly stringent emissions regulations while providing performance needed by truckers and off-highway users. Meeting those requirements will require a lot of R&D in many areas, according to five experts who discussed “ICE Powertrain Efficiency” at the recent SAE COMVEC Technology Connection conference.