Ferrari California HELE Model Cuts Emissions by 23 Percent [Paris 2010]

[AutoGuide.com]

A company known for high-performance vehicles, Ferrari unveiled a new, more environmentally-friendly model at the Paris Auto Show. Based on the California, the California HELE (High Emotion Low Emissions) model produces 23 percent fewer emissions than the standard model – although Ferrari hasn't released how much fuel economy has been improved by.

The improvements are the result of several small changes to the engine and transmission as well as the cooling system. Adjustments include a start/stop system that can restart the car's V8 engine in just 230 milliseconds, while adaptive transmission controls allow for limited access to power when the TCU (transmission control unit) determines the driver doesn't need full power – like in city driving. Other modifications include a more efficient fuel pump, engine fan and a variable electronic air conditioning compressor that can cut the amount of power used by the system b 35 percent.

Ferrari cites the HELE model as the first for the brand, indicating that such setups will be available for more environmentally conscious customers on a wide selection of future models.

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