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Horse Technologies begins production of HR12 LPG MHEV engine at Mioveni.

  • Published In: Aroq - Just-Auto.com (Global News), 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Leggett, David 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the launch of the HR12 LPG engine by Horse Technologies, a division of the Renault-Geely powertrain joint venture, at its facility in Mioveni, Romania. This 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder engine features 48V mild hybrid technology and is notable for being the world's first volume production engine to utilize direct injection technology with Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) alongside gasoline. The HR12 LPG engine complies with Euro 6e regulations and is designed to meet future Euro 7 standards, offering reduced CO2 emissions and enhanced fuel efficiency. The engine's development involved engineers from various locations in Romania, and the Mioveni plant has the capacity to produce 450,000 engines annually. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Aroq - Just-Auto.com (Global News). 2025/08, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Physics
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:187622690
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