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MARCH 5, 2013

Vehicle size, a key determinant of fuel economy, has shown a reduction in OECD countries, while the non-OECD trend is toward bigger vehicles. The analysis, an update of an earlier work using data from 2010 and 2011, found that the global average for light-duty vehicle fuel economy was 7.2 per year from 2005 when the average was 8.0

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MAY 2, 2013

MPG: A Progress Report on Achievability ”—of the response of consumers and automakers as both begin to experience the effects of the newly adopted federal fuel economy standard. Those who indicated that their current gas mileage was 24 mpg (9.8 l/100 km) from their next vehicle. l/100 km) fell from 70 to 44%.

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MAY 27, 2014

The new turbocharged gasoline engine achieves a superior level of engine performance with maximum power output of 155kW (211ps) while improving fuel economy with its downsized displacement. km/L (32 mpg US, 7.35 All grades of the next-generation Skyline turbo model achieve the 2015 fuel economy standard, qualifying for tax breaks.

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JANUARY 20, 2014

liter Atkinson cycle combustion engine, evolved and matured from the third-generation Prius, together with a class-first full hybrid system (THS II with reduction gear) achieves fuel economy of 23.8 km/L (56 mpg US , 4.2 km/L (38 mpg US , 6.25 For the hybrid variants, a 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter In the on-hybrid models, the 2.0-liter

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AUGUST 6, 2013

mpg US, 3.0 The vehicles also exceed the MLIT fuel efficiency standard for 2015 by 20% and achieve emissions levels 75% lower than the 2005 standards under the MLIT''s Approval System for Low-Emission Vehicles, making them eligible for tax reductions under the Japanese government’s tax incentive program for environment-friendly vehicles.

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DECEMBER 17, 2009

Exhaust emissions are at least 75% lower than Japan’s 2005 standards. The CVT and five-speed manual transmission grades exceed Japan’s “2010 fuel economy standard plus 25%.” The Carol’s automatic transmission grades exceed the “2010 fuel economy standard plus 15%.” km/L (58 mpg US, 4.0

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JANUARY 29, 2014

Murtaugh spent 33 years in General Motors, culminating in his position as Chairman and CEO of GM China Group from 2000 - 2005. Recent testing by FEV has verified that the innovative, patented ultra-efficient Pinnacle Engine design provides 30-50% fuel economy.

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JUNE 23, 2009

According to the study, higher fuel economy standards would benefit the Detroit 3 automakers the most. Further, the report finds that the existing culture within the domestic auto companies systematically underestimates the value of fuel economy, which has crippled profitability. Fuel Economy. mpg) and 50% (40.4

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Skyline delivers maximum power output of 268 kW (360 hp) and fuel economy of 18.4 mpg US , 5.4 With run-flat tires included as standard in every grade, the vehicle can travel around 150 km (93 miles) at 80 km/h (50 mph) even with completely flat tires. l/100km) on JC08 mode.

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JANUARY 19, 2011

The new Grandeur arrives in the Korean market six years after its predecessor’s launch in May 2005. Equipped with a standard six-speed automatic transmission, the new Grandeur comes with two gasoline engines: the new Lambda II 3.0 GDI (maximum horsepower: 266 hp / maximum torque: 310 N·m/ fuel economy: 27.3

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APRIL 7, 2015

All the grades will achieve fuel economy-based tax exemptions in Japan. In addition, the new X-Trail Hybrid will have Forward Emergency Braking as standard equipment, expanding its safety technology features. Nissan is planning to introduce Forward Emergency Braking as standard on major models in Japan, by the end of autumn 2015.

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

The rising fuel economy of LDVs more than offsets the modest growth in VMT, resulting in a 25% decline in LDV energy consumption decline between 2012 and 2040 in the AEO2014 Reference case. As a result, annual increases in vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in LDVs average 0.9% from 2012 to 2040, compared to 1.2% per year, from 21.5

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

new appliance standards and CAFE) and changes in the way energy is used in the US economy. quadrillion Btu in 2025, due to incorporation of the model year 2017 to 2025 GHG and CAFE standards for LDVs. US energy-related carbon dioxide emissions remain more than 5% below their 2005 level through 2040, reflecting increased.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2010

The vehicle features a regenerative braking system (high-efficiency electric power generation control), electric power steering, improved aerodynamics and other low-fuel consumption technologies, resulting in a 75% reduction from the Japanese FY 2005 emissions gas standards and exceeding the FY 2010 fuel efficiency requirements by 15%.

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APRIL 14, 2015

EIA’s AEO2015 shows that the advanced technologies are reshaping the US energy economy. Fuel economy standards and changing driver behavior keep motor gasoline consumption below recent levels through 2040 in the Reference case. quadrillion Btu in 2040, as increases in fuel economy more than offset increases in LDV travel.

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

The new Nissan Fuga Hybrid achieves fuel economy of 19.0 mpg US, 5.3 Compared to traditional hybrid systems, the electric motor driving range is expanded for high-speed driving (up to more than 100 km/h (62 mph) on a level highway) and the EV mode is frequently applied, helping the Fuga Hybrid achieve best-in-class fuel economy.

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Japan Nissan Hybrid Fuel Economy 225

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MAY 16, 2013

The IS 300h achieves fuel economy of 23.2 mpg US, 4.3 This performance exceeds the 2015 fuel efficiency standards by 20% and the 2005 standards of the MLIT approval system for low-emission vehicles by 75%. Lexus unveiled the new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show in January.

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MARCH 14, 2010

mpg US) (NEDC combined consumption, provisional figure)—a fuel savings of 25% compared to the current S63 AMG. liter V8 (which made its debut in 2005) naturally aspirated engine has a displacement of 6,208 cc, compared to the 5,461 cc of the new V8. liters per 100 kilometers according to the NEDC standard, and up to 0.2

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MARCH 18, 2013

Projected rates of fuel consumption improvement under different scenarios relative to past experience and the 2016 and 2025 CAFE standards. The statement of task specifically asks how the on-road LDV fleet could reduce, relative to 2005, petroleum use by 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050, and GHG emissions by 80% by 2050. Source: NRC.

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MARCH 2, 2014

liter 32-valve V8 engine that, for the first time in a Lexus performance engine, uses the Atkinson cycle at cruising speeds for enhanced fuel economy and then switches to the Otto cycle at higher rpm to develop impressive performance levels. The RC F features an all-new 5.0-liter In a 1995 paper, Boggs et al. from Ford tested a modified 1.6L

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JUNE 30, 2009

The US Environmental Agency (EPA) has granted California’s waiver request enabling the state to enforce its greenhouse gas emissions standards (Pavley I) for new motor vehicles, beginning with the current model year. California requested from EPA the waiver required for implementation of the Pavley regulations in December 2005.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2013

mpg US , 4.6 mpg US , 6.25 Both hybrid and gasoline engine (2WD) models exceed MLIT’s 2015 fuel economy standards by at least 20%. In addition, all models are certified as having emissions that are 75% lower than the 2005 standards under the MLIT’s Approval System for Low-emission Vehicles.

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OCTOBER 23, 2017

mpg US, 5.51 l/100 km) fuel economy and sharply reduced CO 2 emissions. Toyota made enhancements to safety equipment, including adding the Toyota Safety Sense C package and six SRS airbags as standard features. JPN Taxi will be available in two grades: Standard and Premium.

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JULY 17, 2010

3-cylinder HR12DE engine, March achieves both a 25% improvement in fuel economy over 2010 standards and SU-LEV certification, emitting 75% fewer exhaust emissions than 2005 standards in every grade. Models with stop-start offer fuel economy of 26.0 km/L (61 mpg US, 3.85

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Gasoline Engine Nissan Fuel 218

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NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Power output—ranging from from 66 kW (90 hp) to 141 kW (192 hp)—has been increased in most engines, while fuel economy has been reduced by as much as 10% percent. The seven-speed S tronic is available for all engines, either optional or standard (with the 1.8 US mpg) (99 g CO 2 per km [159.3 The new A1 entry?level

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DECEMBER 18, 2022

economy away from fossil fuels. The Administration is undertaking multiple actions to place the United States on what it calls an “ irreversible path ” to achieve a 50-52 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 from a 2005 baseline, and then to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Volkswagen’s ID.4

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DECEMBER 14, 2009

km/L (72 mpg US) (76 g/km CO 2 ). km/L (134 mpg US) (41 g/km CO 2 ). Emissions reduction level under 2005 standards. In Japan, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid has an average fuel efficiency of 57 km/L (134 mpg US, 1.75 Gasoline-electric hybrid fuel efficiency. Plug-in hybrid fuel efficiency. Electricity efficiency.

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APRIL 12, 2024

MPGe fuel economy is rated at 61 mpg city/52 highway/57 combined using the electric battery and compressed hydrogen fuel. While not fast by EV standards, it will get the job done for entering freeways, which is what the e:FCEV will be doing a lot of as it will only be leased in California when it hits dealers in late 2024.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

The “one-liter” designation refers to the design target of fuel consumption of 1 liter per 100 kilometers (235 mpg US). Volkswagen first revealed a one-liter concept at the annual meeting in 2002, then cancelled the project in 2005. L/100km (170 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 36 g/km. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 22, 2010

Work on the direct injection 2993cc V6 began in 2005. The combustion chamber design was optimized to improve the balance between emission levels and fuel efficiency; the compression ratio was lowered to 16:1 to benefit not just economy and emissions but also noise, vibration and harshness (NVH). L/100km (28 mpg US).

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Sign the petition Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge www.sierraclub.org/arctic/ American Lung Association call for better EPA air pollution standards. Deffeyes, 2005 "The Coming Oil Crisis", by Colin Campbell "Crossing the Rubicon", by Michael C. Our logo is a registered trademark of the Electric Auto Association.

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APRIL 21, 2009

Beginning in 2005, we excerpted individual statements of intentions by carmakers, but by the start of 2008, the number of comments became too numerous for us to track. 2/12/07 GM is aggressively pursuing plug-in hybrids "because of the tremendous potential to significantly increase fuel economy," according to spokesman Brian Corbett.

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APRIL 16, 2009

CDM Baby, CDM Ruminations on Vegas and NASCAR California Dreamin' ► February (16) Car Sharing and Saving in a Tough Economy Throwing down the gauntlet to Secretary Clinton Weather Does Not Equal Climate The Hub Lab Seeks Revolutionary New Energy Science. No more Big OIL - think of the extra money stimulating the economy!

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