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mpg from the revised value for November, according to the monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). This drop likely reflects the increased proportion of light trucks versus passenger cars in the sales mix, they suggested. mpg from the peak of 25.5

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DECEMBER 4, 2014

mpg since October 2007 (the first month of monitoring). This value indicates that the average new-vehicle driver produced 22% lower emissions in September than in October 2007. The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in November was 25.3 Overall, vehicle fuel economy is up 5.2

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JULY 6, 2015

mpg—down 0.1 mpg from May, according to the monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg from the peak reached in August 2014. mpg from the peak reached in August 2014. Fuel economy is down 0.4 Fuel economy is down 0.4

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MARCH 17, 2011

In 2007, four-cylinder models represented 23% of Chevrolet retail sales in the US— less than either V-6 or V-8 equipped models. Ecotec is rated at 182 hp (136 kW), and 172 lb-ft (233 N·m) of torque, while delivering an EPA-estimated 32 mpg highway (7.35 of torque with 24 mpg highway.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2009

mpg in July 2009 and 0.7 mpg in August 2009. The Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS)—“Cash for Clunkers”—gave buyers a rebate when they traded in a vehicle while purchasing a new one. Generally, the trade-in vehicles must have had fuel economy of 18 mpg or less and be less than 25 years old. mpg in July 2009 and 0.7

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OCTOBER 3, 2014

mpg from the value in August, according to the monthly report from University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) researchers Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle. in September 2014 year-on-year; total light-duty sales increased 9.4%, and sales of cars increased 2.3% Average sales-weighted mpg.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 230

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AUGUST 3, 2012

Average fuel economy (window-sticker values) of cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs purchased last month was 23.6 mpg (10 L/100km) , a 17% increase (3.5 mpg) from October 2007, the first month of monitoring by UMTRI researchers Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle. For July, unadjusted CAFE performance was 29 mpg (8.1

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JANUARY 4, 2013

mpg (or 19%) from the value in October 2007 (the first month of monitoring); however, the fuel economy in December was down 0.2 mpg from November, likely reflecting the recent reduction in the price of gasoline, they suggested. Average sales-weighted fuel economy of purchased new vehicles for October 2007 through December 2012.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 2007 225

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MARCH 15, 2013

EPA suggests that the reduction in MY 2011 car and car parts production in Japan in the aftermath of the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disasters “almost certainly” contributed to both the apparent slight worsening in MY 2011 and the large projected improvement in MY 2012. The number of cars with 40 mpg or higher (5.9

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. It was time to buy our first car. I was nervous as this was the first time that I was buying a car, so the experience was new to me. Awesome, relaxing car to drive.

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MARCH 31, 2014

CO 2 emissions of the C 180 in comparison to its predecessor [t/car]. In terms of carbon monoxide (CO) emissions during the operation of the vehicle, a significant improvement was achieved over the 2007 predecessor. Selected result parameters for the C 180 compared with its predecessor from 2013 [unit / car]. Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG 252

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JULY 6, 2009

The South Korean Presidential Committee on Green Growth announced that by 2015, automakers will need to increase average new vehicle fuel economy to 17 km/L (40 mpg US, 5.9 km/L (34 mpg US, 6.9 km/L (26 mpg US, 8.9 km/L (34 mpg US, 6.9 km/L (26 mpg US, 8.9 kilometers per liter of fuel (27 mpg US, 8.7

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DECEMBER 6, 2011

The index currently shows that emissions of greenhouse gases per driver of newly purchased vehicles are down 13% since late 2007. Average fuel economy of cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs purchased in November was 22.7 mpg, up from 22.6 mpg in October and up from 22.1 mpg in both August and September.

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APRIL 9, 2015

Shell, in collaboration with Professor Gordon Murray and engine specialist Osamu Goto will co-engineer an ultra-compact, efficient car for city use based around the internal combustion engine (ICE). The Shell car will be a ground-up, total re-think of the Gordon Murray Design T.25 Once built, the car will be tested on-the-road.

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MAY 29, 2013

A new white paper published by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) comparing official and “real-world” fuel consumption and CO 2 emission values for passenger cars in Europe and the United States shows that the average discrepancy between the values in Europe increased from less than 10% in 2001 to 25% in 2011.

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Europe Fuel MPG United Kingdom 199

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

At the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, Citroën will showcase its Cactus C-segment concept car, featuring, among other technologies, the Hybrid Air powertrain co-developed by PSA Peugeot Citroën and Bosch. l/100 km (81 mpg US ) (69 g of CO 2 /km). Citroën Cactus concept with Airbumps (not related to the Hybrid Air powertrain).

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Concept Hybrid Energy Storage MPG 294

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APRIL 19, 2009

mpg (0.543 L/100km). This year’s challenge brought together a number of returning teams striving to beat the 2,843 mpg (0.083 L/100km) record set by Mater Dei High School in 2008, combined with a number of new teams adding fresh innovation and vehicle designs to the competition. mpg in its Blood, Sweat & Gears vehicle.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2011

In their study, Slemrod and Sallee focus on “car notches”—where small changes in behavior lead to large changes in tax liability or the amount of a subsidy—in policies intended to encourage the production and use of fuel-efficient vehicles. mpg and 22.4 mpg and 22.4 For example, a car with an 18.5

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 186

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OCTOBER 1, 2009

Ltd revealed the sketch of its upcoming global compact car. Ltd said that the model will qualify an “Eco-car” under Thai policy—and be the first one produced. Honda is slated to begin production of its qualifying Eco-car in 2010 also, according to Frost and Sullivan. Nissan Motor Co., The new global compact. Click to enlarge.

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Thailand Nissan Global Cars 186

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Volvo Cars confirmed that it will introduce a series-produced plug-in hybrid diesel as early as 2012. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to Volvo. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to Volvo. Volvo had first suggested the 2012 date for a diesel PHEV in September 2009. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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MARCH 12, 2009

UK average new car CO 2 emissions. Average CO 2 emissions from new cars sold in the UK in 2008 fell to 158.0 less than the 2007 figure and 16.8% g/km base level in 1997, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) annual New Car CO 2 Report. mpg US for gasoline and 39.9

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OCTOBER 17, 2011

Volvo Car Corporation confirmed again that it will begin sales of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid—the results of close cooperation between Volvo Car and Swedish energy supplier Vattenfall&mash;in 2012. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US). Earlier post.).

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Plug-in Volvo 2012 Plug 186

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AUGUST 15, 2013

mpg US ) over the combined cycle (according to Regulation [EC] No 715/2007), while the Sports Tourer achieves 3.9 CDTI is the most fuel efficient diesel car in its class which earns it the German A+ energy efficiency label. mpg US ) and emits 114 g/km CO 2 (Sports Tourer: 4.5/100 liters per 100 km (50 mpg US ).

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Diesel Engine MPG Gasoline 239

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NOVEMBER 3, 2012

l/100 km (39 mpg US) (when fitted with the optional 100 km/h (62 mph) speed limiter)—a reduction of 8% against its predecessor, and CO 2 emissions from 159 g/km—placing it on a par with a family passenger car such as the Ford S-MAX. l/100km (38 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 163 g/km. Transit Custom ECOnetic.

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MAY 19, 2009

US President Barack Obama today announced a new harmonized national policy intended to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for all new cars and trucks sold in the US. mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile.

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JUNE 4, 2009

New passenger cars sold within the country in 2008 ran an average of 11.47 kilometers per liter of fuel (27 mpg US, 8.7 km/L (26 mpg US, 9.1 L/100km) recorded in 2007. South Korea enacted fuel economy standards in 2006 for domestic cars and in 2009 for imported cars with sales of less than 10,000 vehicles.

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South Korea Fuel Economy Economy Standards 150

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

Volvo Car Corporation is postponing its plans to produce a full hybrid based on a diesel engine and instead will introduce a series-produced plug-in diesel hybrid (PHEV) in Europe as early as 2012. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to the NEDC certification driving cycle. The car will support both residential charging (approx.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2012

The University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute has tracked fuel economy and new car sales since October 2007, and during those five years, we've seen gradual gains in efficiency. Today, UMTRI says that new vehicles sold in October reached a record-high 24.1 The question is: why?

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OCTOBER 27, 2009

UK-based Axon Automotive, a spin-off from Cranfield University, previewed a pre-production plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) version of its lightweight city car at the Milton Keynes Science Festival. The Axon gasoline-powered city car uses existing engine technology and carbon fibre material advances to offer 100 mpg UK (83.3

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JULY 4, 2015

Made by the Centro Stile Fiat, the car has a refreshed exterior and interior design. liters/100 km (62 mpg US) on the combined cycle with emissions lower than 90 g/km of CO 2. million units of its predecessor since 2007. The new version has not grown in size but features more technology, engine versions and customization ideas.

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MARCH 11, 2012

mpg (3%) higher. mpg higher than in MY 2009. Most small, 2 wheel drive SUVs from MY 1975-2011 have been reclassified from trucks to cars; this lowers the absolute truck share, particularly since the mid-1980s when SUV sales began to increase rapidly. The average car and truck weight both increased by about 25 pounds (11.3

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FEBRUARY 27, 2010

I do not agree with the EPA or the 2007 Supreme Court ruling that gave the Agency that authority. mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. But, that is exactly what EPA has proposed to do.

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AUGUST 21, 2009

mpg US) and a CO 2 rating of 109 grams per kilometer in the EU test cycle. The car has a top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h). The BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Edition is the most fuel-efficient and lowest-emission car in BMW’s current model range. liters diesel/100 kilometers (57.4 Zero to 62mph performance is 8.2

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AUGUST 13, 2009

The Wuling N200 entered the Chinese market in 2007. liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers (43 mpg US) under a constant speed of 50 km/h (31 mph). It is the world’s first mini-commercial vehicle to receive a three-star rating in C-NCAP (China New Car Assessment Program) side crash testing. It consumes less than 5.5

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FEBRUARY 22, 2009

This will be the first imported hybrid passenger car sold in Japan. It could also end up being the first imported car to take advantage of the tax breaks on eco-friendly cars coming into effect this April. L/100km (30 mpg US) and CO2 emissions of 190 g/km. The Nikkei reports that Mercedes-Benz Japan Co.

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MAY 14, 2009

Volvo Cars has boosted the power of its five-cylinder, 2.5-liter mpg US) (V70) and 8.6 mpg US) (S80) with manual transmission, and 9.7 mpg US) (V70) and 9.6 mpg US) (S80) with automatic transmission. mpg US) (V70) and 8.6 mpg US) (S80) with manual transmission, and 9.7 mpg US) (V70) and 9.6

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JUNE 30, 2009

The request was subsequently denied in December 2007. Last month, President Obama announced a national policy of two harmonized standards, one for increasing fuel economy (to be issued by NHTSA) and the second for reducing greenhouse gas emissions (to be issued by EPA) for all new cars and trucks sold in the United States.

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