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Key Points:
- Honda developed the CVCC engine technology in 1972 to comply with emissions standards.
- The CVCC engine was the first to pass the 1975 emissions standards set by the EPA.
The article discusses Honda’s groundbreaking CVCC engine technology developed in 1972 to meet the strict emissions standards of the time. The CVCC, which stands for “Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion,” allowed for a leaner fuel burn and increased efficiency. Unlike older American engines, the CVCC engine featured two combustion chambers that used less fuel overall while still producing power to keep the engine moving. The CVCC engine, initially featured in the Civic, did not require a catalytic converter to remain clean to regulators and was able to use leaded gasoline unlike American cars at the time.
This innovative engine technology set Honda apart from American competition in terms of efficiency and environmental friendliness. The article highlights how the CVCC engine revolutionized the automotive industry and paved the way for future engine developments.
