United Asia Automotive Group, Inc. (UAAGI), the exclusive distributor of FOTON passenger and commercial vehicles in the Philippines, has launched its Blue Energy technology. It’s the Chinese brand’s take on improving its model lineup with Euro 4 compliant turbodiesel engines.
With the help of its long-time engine building partner Cummins, FOTON claims that its Blue Energy diesel engine delivers better power and torque output across the rpm range, while burning fuel more thoroughly. In addition, it also operates more quietly than conventional diesel engines.
The secret of the FOTON Blue Energy engine lies in its internal components. For starters, it has an improve turbocharger with intercooler and exhaust gas recirculating system. This helps bring in more power due to cleaner fuel burning while reducing harmful emissions.
Along with the turbo, the engine also has a new common rail direct injection (CRDI) system. The thing about this system is that it’s computerized, which makes it operate more smoothly. This robotized approach improves air/fuel mixture for a cleaner combustion.
Finally, the Blue Energy engine also comes with improved oxidizing catalytic converters. Comprised of a diesel oxidizing catalyst and a particle oxidizing catalysts, these turn carbon monoxide, unburnt hydrocarbons, and particulate matter into carbon dioxide and water before exiting the engine.
