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NOVEMBER 20, 2010

Introduction of the 2012 Fiat 500 at LA. The 2012 Fiat 500 made its US debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show this past week. The four-passenger A-segment car features a new fuel-efficient 1.4-liter The four-passenger A-segment car features a new fuel-efficient 1.4-liter EPA fuel economy ratings are not yet released.

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JANUARY 10, 2011

The 2012 Sonic. Chevrolet displayed the all-new subcompact 2012 Sonic—called the Aveo in other parts of the world ( earlier post )— at the North American International Auto Show. The fuel economy ratings are still TBD. Click to enlarge. The Sonic is offered in four-door and five-door variants.

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JUNE 2, 2011

unit features: An offset crankshaft that helps improve fuel economy. Faster cylinder block warm-ups save fuel, especially in cold weather. It will also play an important role in North America. liter EcoBoost engine will give consumers looking for hybrid-like fuel economy a new, more affordable choice.

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

announced that its cumulative worldwide sales of hybrid vehicles surpassed 1 million units as of the end of September 2012. This milestone was reached 12 years and 11 months after the start of sales of the first generation Insight in Japan November 1999, which realized fuel economy of 35 km/liter (82.3 Honda Motor Co.,

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APRIL 4, 2012

For North America, the 2014 Mazda6 will feature a SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine and be available with two transmissions, the SKYACTIV-MT six-speed manual and SKYACTIV-Drive six-speed automatic. Best-in-class fuel economy also is targeted, as was achieved on the CX-5 compact crossover SUV.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2012

The global energy map is changing significantly, according to the 2012 edition of the Internal Energy Agency’s (IEA) World Energy Outlook ( WEO-2012 ). The IEA said these changes will recast expectations about the role of different countries, regions and fuels in the global energy system over the coming decades.

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AUGUST 8, 2012

Icom North America, a developer and manufacturer of liquid-injection propane (autogas) systems for commercial and consumer vehicles, has received 17 new US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certifications for its patented JTG II Propane Liquid Injection bi-fuel systems. liter engines.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

million for 2013, up more than 60% from 2012. EcoBoost technology combines smaller overall size with turbocharging, direct injection and variable valve timing to deliver significantly improved performance and fuel economy. More than 100,000 EcoBoost engines are now produced every month, with a target of 1.2 liter and 2.0-liter

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AUGUST 23, 2013

Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? In fact in 6 of the states, diesel fuel is penalized with additional state taxes. So diesel fuel gets taxed twice or penalized twice at the federal and state level. marketshare in 2012 to 1.25 Are these sales incentivized?

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DECEMBER 12, 2011

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. Along with specific aerodynamic enhancements, it achieves 12% greater highway fuel economy than current models equipped with the 2.4L

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APRIL 2, 2012

Three years ago, about 16% percent of the vehicles GM sold carried the 30 mpg or better highway rating, according to Mark Reuss, president of GM North America. Today, that number is about 40%. —Mark Reuss. This includes the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.5-liter liter and 2.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Honda continued the expansion of its manufacturing operations in North America with the production start of the redesigned 2015 Honda Fit at a new, automobile plant of Honda de Mexico, S.A. The start-up of the Celaya Plant increases Honda’s annual automobile production capacity in North America to approximately 1.92

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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DECEMBER 16, 2011

turbo I-4 engine that powers the 2012 Buick Regal GS is one of WardsAuto World’s 2012 “10 Best Engines” for North America. The Ecotec 2.0L At 270 hp (201 kW) The Ecotec 2.0L At 270 hp (201 kW) The Ecotec 2.0L —Mike Anderson, global chief engineer for Ecotec engines.

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APRIL 10, 2014

In July of 2012, Allison Transmission invested in a non-controlling equity stake in Odyne Systems, LLC. The Odyne plug-in hybrid drive system reduces fleet operating and maintenance costs, and depending on duty cycle, enables large trucks to obtain fuel economy improvements of up to 50% compared to traditional diesel or gasoline engines.

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AUGUST 20, 2012

Pike Research forecasts that the global market for all electric-drive buses—including hybrid, battery electric, and fuel cell buses—grow steadily over the next. from 2012 to 2018. Pike suggests that North America will experience a rebound in a few years, as the economy stabilizes along with public transit funding levels.

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APRIL 12, 2013

The new engine will be first introduced in China in the all-new Ford Mondeo, making its public debut later this month at Auto Shanghai 2013 ( earlier post ), with applications following in the Fusion sedan in North America this year, and later the new Mondeo in Europe. Engines Fuel Efficiency' million EcoBoost engines annually.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2011

liter is projected to produce segment-leading fuel economy among compact SUVs and up to 5 mpg better than the outgoing Escape. The gearbox features a new torque converter for improved driving feel, smooth shifts and improved fuel economy. liter EcoBoost engine to save weight, improve quality and increase fuel economy.

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JUNE 6, 2013

Monthly fuel economy of the retrofitted Honda Civic during the first 9 months of the fleet test. DOE researchers attributed the significant fuel economy reduction for May, June, and July as most likely being due to significant mountain driving and the likely use of the vehicle’s air conditioning. Source: DOE.

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JULY 10, 2012

We can provide more power, better fuel economy, easier integration, and lower cost. Protean has been awarded 21 patents for its technology and design, and more than 70 additional patent applications have been filed internationally and with specific countries in North America, Europe and Asia.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2012

The Ford Tourneo Custom Concept will make its global debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March. The full range of models will be revealed during 2012. liter Duratorq TDCi diesel engine, which was initially introduced in 2011; with Auto-Stop-Start technology fitted as standard, Ford is targeting best-in-class fuel economy.

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APRIL 15, 2011

Allison Transmission has unveiled a new fully automatic 10-speed transmission for tractor units at the 2011 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. The novel gearbox, set to debut in North America in late 2012, has been designed specifically to maximize productivity and fuel efficiency during both cruising and stop-start operation.

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AUGUST 17, 2011

Some of the Malibu’s key aerodynamic features that help improve fuel economy include: 11 counts: Outside rearview mirrors are specifically designed to deflect wind without “upsetting” the airflow. It is available in LS, LT, ECO and LTZ models in North America. and Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plants in the United States.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2012

It's been six years since the last Volkswagen Beetle TDI was on sale in North America, but Volkswagen has now announced a brand new model. Due to be launched at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI is set to combine retro style with modern-day gas mileage.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2009

Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010. The Transit Connect is expected to deliver at least 20 city and 24 highway mpg, pending EPA fuel economy certification. Sequential multiport electronic fuel injection provides precise fuel metering.

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MAY 12, 2017

Over the period 2012 to 2015, the use of AHSS has increased by around 10% each year—well above steel industry forecasts. However, each material used in vehicle production contributes to lightweighting and improves fuel economy, but each does so at a different cost to the manufacturer—and to the environment.

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AUGUST 4, 2011

reducing displacement to improve fuel economy and offsetting the resulting loss of power and torque via charging—is an effective approach to reducing fuel consumption, Mazda has chosen a different route. For the SKYACTIV-G engine, this meant increasing the compression ratio to 14:1 (13:1 for North America).

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MARCH 22, 2010

Beginning in 2012, Chrysler Group will manufacture the Fiat 500EV for the United States market. Last year Chrysler Group announced the company’s intention to build the Fiat 500 with a combustion engine for North America. An overall fuel economy improvement more than 65% is expected for average drive cycles.

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JULY 22, 2009

TI-VCT varies the phase of the intake and exhaust cams independently for improved airflow through the engine, which delivers more torque while reducing average fuel consumption by up to 5%. The 6-speed dry-clutch automatic transmission delivers a 7-9% fuel economy improvement vs. traditional 4-speed automatic transmissions.

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APRIL 23, 2010

EcoBoost—offers an optimal combination of cost, lower emissions and reductions in fuel consumption for the most cost-sensitive vehicle segments. When it goes into production in China in 2012, Ford expects global volumes of its new C-car family to reach 2 million units annually. Earlier post.). Mondeo EcoBoost.

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JANUARY 23, 2012

The outlook reflects increased use of LNG in markets outside of North America, strong domestic natural gas production, reduced pipeline imports and increased pipeline exports, and relatively low natural gas prices in the United States compared to other global markets.

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AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac.

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JANUARY 9, 2012

This powertrain is anticipated to deliver best-in-class fuel economy of 47 mpg (5.0L/100km) Ford noted that the new Fusion Hybrid fuel economy stands to outperform the 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid by 4 mpg city and 5 mpg highway and the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid by 12 mpg and 4 mpg, respectively.

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JUNE 23, 2009

billion to Nissan North America, Inc.; The Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program, first appropriated in the fall of 2008, will provide about $25 billion in loans to companies making cars and components in US factories that increase fuel economy at least 25% above 2005 fuel economy levels.

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MAY 1, 2012

They drew mostly on evidence from Western Europe and North America. The lack of willingness to pay suggests that many consumers are poorly informed over the cost savings of BEVs and the causal link between fuel efficiency and CO 2 emissions, the authors note. McCulloch (2012) Realizing the electric-vehicle revolution.

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JANUARY 10, 2011

C-MAX Hybrid is targeted to deliver better fuel economy than the 41 mpg Ford Fusion Hybrid, the most fuel-efficient sedan in America today. It builds on the powersplit architecture Ford uses in its current hybrids, allowing it to operate in fuel-saving electric mode beyond 47 mph (76 km/h).

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MAY 6, 2009

The transformation of Michigan Assembly, once one of the world’s most profitable auto plants during the SUV boom of the late 1990s, is rooted in the fundamental strategic shift by Ford to leverage its global assets to bring six world-class small cars to the American market by the end of 2012.

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