A comprehensive study on vehicle fuel efficiency and influencing parameters
The ongoing global warming crisis emphasizes the critical role of CO2 emissions and the impact of vehicle fuel economy. Current rolling resistance (RR) and fuel efficiency (FE) test methods mainly use controlled laboratory conditions, which may not accurately reflect real-world scenarios, especially regarding ambient and surface temperature dependence. This study aims to establish correlations between these operational parameters using SAE/ISO methods and proprietary outdoor measurement techniques. Key performance indicators include RR and FE trends with temperature variations in both lab and outdoor settings, with tests on vehicles and skid trailers for comprehensive analysis with reference to Indian conditions.