Fuel consumption mathematical models for road vehicle – a review

Abstract

Since the invention of the automobile, engineers and researchers alike have worked towards improving the automobile in various ways from safety, handling and performance to efficiency and durability. As technology in the IT and computing sector evolves into a very helpful tool for detailed calculations, an advantage and possibility for detailed models is there to assist with very detailed assessment on fuel and energy consumption on today’s vehicles. This review is meant to explore in detail what has been achieved by years of joint research through advanced modelling and the following factors such as emissions software and how these models play an important role in sustainable road transport for the masses. The mathematical models also display varying characteristics where models are created striking a balance between complexity, accuracy, and the number of variables to be included.