Gear shifting optimization applied to a flex-fuel vehicle under real driving conditions

The main aim of this study is to analyze the fuel saving possibilities of optimized gear shifting strategies in a vehicle with a flex-fuel engine powered by both ethanol and gasoline when submitted...

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