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Honda Cars Phils. Inc. is set to introduce a new engine technology
that goes beyond power. Arriving in the all-new V6 Honda Accord is
the i-VTEC engine equipped with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM),
a new generation of fuel-efficient technology.
Combining power and fuel economy is typically
difficult in conventional engines. With the VCM system, optimal
power output and fuel economy with less harmful emissions become
possible by simply closing down cylinders when they’re not needed.
VCM tailors the number of cylinders activated to match driving
requirements.
During start-up, acceleration, high-speed
driving or uphill climbs, the engine operates on all six cylinders,
its full power output delivered to the Accord. For less spirited
driving or tackling moderately inclined roads, the engine
deactivates two of its cylinders to run only on four. Meanwhile,
fuel economy is optimized while cruising around town or downhill
drives when the engine runs at three-cylinder mode. The VCM system
is like having three engines in one.
This seamless activation and deactivation of
cylinders from six to either four or three is called VCM 6 4 3.
Visit any Honda dealer for more info on VCM. You
may also check out www.vcm643.com.
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