BMW Revives Pre-Chamber Technology for Cleaner Combustion Engines
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📰 The quick summary: BMW has revived and improved pre-chamber technology for gasoline engines, creating a cleaner internal combustion engine that reduces emissions while maintaining performance.
📈 One key stat: The new engine technology works with various engine sizes from three-cylinder engines to V8s, making this clean combustion approach widely applicable across different vehicle models.
💬 One key quote: “If an engine can reveal what a cleaner future looks like, it must be quite the engine.“
1️⃣ The big picture: Germany has introduced a promising advancement in internal combustion engine technology through BMW’s innovative approach. The automaker has revived pre-chamber technology, previously used in diesel engines until the 1980s, and adapted it for modern gasoline engines. This redesigned system features a special spark plug that ignites the air-fuel mixture in a pre-chamber connected to the main combustion chamber. BMW’s technology aims to meet strict Euro 7 emissions standards while still delivering strong performance, potentially changing how we view the future of combustion engines.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: This technological advancement offers multiple benefits including better fuel economy and reduced emissions from traditional combustion engines. The improved heat dissipation solves a longstanding problem with internal combustion engines. Car buyers gain more options beyond just electric vehicles, especially valuable in regions with limited EV infrastructure. BMW’s innovation demonstrates that performance and environmental responsibility can coexist in modern engine design, suggesting that cleaner versions of familiar technologies might complement the transition to fully electric transportation.
3️⃣ What’s next: BMW has yet to announce which specific models will incorporate this new engine technology. As engineering continues to evolve, we can expect further refinements to these cleaner combustion engines. The technology suggests a potential path forward where traditional engines and electric options might coexist in the automotive market.
Read the full story here: Ecoticias – Germany unveils ‘clean combustion’ to the world ― This engine shows what the future looks like
