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JANUARY 8, 2014

During 2014, the global plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) industry is poised to grow by 86% and will surpass more than 346,000 new vehicles sold, according to a new white paper—“ Electric Vehicles: 10 Predictions for 2014 ”—published by Navigant Research. Nonetheless, 2014 may be a breakout year for e-motorcycles.

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 In 2011, GM announced the 2013 Malibu ECO, which featured GM’s mild hybrid eAssist light electrification technology ( earlier post ). engine with start/stop.

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AUGUST 28, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the final rule for greenhouse gas emissions and fuel economy standards for MYs 2017-2025 for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles. mpg US (5.84 mpg US (5.84 Earlier post.)

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DECEMBER 7, 2011

The current vehicle footprint-based Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards create a financial incentive for automakers to increase vehicle size, except under certain limited conditions of consumer preference for vehicle size, according to a study by University of Michigan researchers Kate Whitefoot and Steven Skerlos. 10 11 –5.17×10

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JANUARY 9, 2014

Data: Sivak, UMTRI-2014-2. To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fuel economy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5 million light-duty vehicles sold in 2012, accounted for only about 6% of the entire fleet of light-duty vehicles. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 17, 2014

New for 2015, all Outback models come standard with the Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission), which features paddle-shift control switches and is instrumental in the Outback’s significantly improved fuel economy. Manufacturer-estimated ratings of 25 mpg city / 33 mpg highway / 28 mpg combined (9.4,

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AUGUST 15, 2013

The GLA, which will go on sale in 2014, is Mercedes-Benz’ first entry into the fast-growing compact SUV segment. ECO stop/start is standard. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. Earlier post.) l/100 km (54.7

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JULY 29, 2014

The new front-wheel drive Vito is a very light vehicle, and is being marketed at a very attractive price. The engine meets the requirements of the Euro 5b+ emissions standard as they currently stand. It is already ready for the future Euro 6 emissions standard. l of diesel per 100 km (41.3 torque 230 N·m at 1500–2000 rpm.

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MARCH 11, 2014

Series production of the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) begins in April, with delivery of the first customer cars to start in June 2014, beginning with the main European markets. liter/100 km (112 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. l/100km (94 mpg US). mpg US) is achievable. kWh per 100 km. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2013

2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel engine. Assembled in Lordstown, Ohio, the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel has demonstrated an estimated 42 mpg (5.6 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel. It is mounted close to the exhaust outlet of the engine for quicker spool-up of the turbine and faster light-off of the exhaust catalyst.

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APRIL 1, 2013

The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 full-size pickup truck features a new 5.3L EcoTec3 V-8 engine ( earlier post ) equipped with direct injection, cylinder deactivation (AFM) and variable valve timing to achieve EPA estimates of 16 mpg city (14.7 l/100 km) with two-wheel drive or 16/22 mpg (14.7/10.7 2014 GMC Sierra. Fuel economy.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

billion over the 2010-2014 period for the US Department of Energy (DOE) to support a broad range of research activities for advanced technology vehicles. 3246 , the “Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2009” covers research on light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as infrastructure and pilot programs.

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

Energy consumption by light-duty vehicles in the United States, AEO2013 and AEO2014, 1995-2040 (quadrillion Btu). annual increase in fuel economy from 2012 to 2040 as a result of GHG emission and fuel efficiency standards for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and engines. LDV energy consumption declines in AEO2014 Reference case from 16.0

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

The 2014 Chevrolet Sonic is available with even more advanced-safety features, including a rear-vision camera, Forward Collision Alert, and Lane Departure Warning. In Siri Eyes Free mode, the button allows sessions with Siri to begin and end without the phone’s screen lighting up, helping to minimize distractions.

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring an array of new driver assistance systems in addition to new fuel efficient engines. Both the E-Class sedan and wagon offer a range of gasoline and diesel engines, all coming with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 24, 2012

When the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette arrives late next year, it will be powered by a new 6.2L It will also deliver the most fuel-efficient Corvette ever, exceeding an EPA-estimated 26 mpg US (9.0 2014 LT1 6.2L L/100 km) on the highway. V-8 VVT DI (Gen5) for Chevrolet Corvette - David Kimble Illustration. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

The Jetta is Volkswagen’s current best selling car in the US; total 2014 Jetta sales through September were 115,055 units, or 42.5% TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic). 2014 Jetta TDI. Highway mpg (l/100 km).

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FEBRUARY 9, 2023

liter non-turbo hybrid setup that has a rear electric motor that adds an additional 100 horsepower and bumps fuel economy to an estimated 34 miles per gallon (one mpg less than the Highlander Hybrid). The Hybrid Max gets bespoke front and rear lower bumpers; 18-inch wheels are standard, 20-inchers are an option. The base 2.4-liter

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OCTOBER 6, 2014

The report, say the authors, comes in the context of the “ high-stakes contest ” between the world’s leading steel and aluminum companies instigated by the rise in the US Government’s CAFE standards. billion pounds in 2018 from 504 million pounds in 2014—for a growth rate of 51% per year compounded. Earlier post.).

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APRIL 14, 2014

Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of the redesigned 2015 Jetta sedan at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. liter 150-horsepower (112 kW) EA288 TDI Clean Diesel engine offered in the 2015 Jetta already conforms to the upcoming LEV3/Tier 3 emissions standard ( earlier post ) in the USA. 2015 Jetta. Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 19, 2016

Available at the end of 2015 to both fleet and retail customers in either LS or LT trims, the bi-fuel Impala features a dedicated version of the standard 3.6L EPA figures put combined fuel economy in gasoline mode at 20 mpg combined (17 mpg city/25 mpg highway), and 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city/24 mpg highway) with natural gas.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

The Department Of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) intends to issue, on behalf of its Vehicle Technology Office (VTO), a program-wide Funding Opportunity Announcement (DE-FOA-0000991) for fiscal year 2014 on or about January 2014. mpg) for cars and 203 gCO 2 /mi (43.7

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NOVEMBER 20, 2013

This new A3 lineup begins with the A3 sedan, which goes on sale in the spring of 2014. It will be joined later in the fall of 2014 by the Audi A3 Cabriolet; A3 TDI clean diesel sedan; the high-performance S3 sedan; and in early 2015, the A3 Sportback e-tron gasoline electric plug-in hybrid (PHEV). Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 5, 2022

The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. The front wheels are turned by the optional Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) delivering an EPA mpg rating of 36 city/43 highway/39 combined. mpg, which is a nice bump over the EPA Combined estimate of 39 mpg. Steering feel was light and road feel was light.

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MAY 30, 2013

BMW xDrive all-wheel-drive system is standard, with the exception of the sDrive rear-wheel drive models. All versions of the new BMW X5 are already compliant with the EU6 emissions standard, which will apply from September 2014. liters/100 km (35 mpg US), an 11% (0.8 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 169 grams per kilometer.

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OCTOBER 25, 2013

All the engines can be combined with an eight-speed automatic gearbox (standard in the BMW 225d Coupe) for fuel consumption and emissions figures that are lower than those achieved with the standard six-speed manual gearbox. mpg US (automatic: 5.7 – 6.0 mpg US (automatic: 4.2 – 4.4 liters per 100 kilometers / 38.6 – 37.3

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JULY 24, 2014

l/100 km (69 mpg US), with 79 g/km CO 2. Porsche Car Connect is standard on this vehicle, and allows the driver to pull relevant vehicle data from a smart phone. With its standard eight-speed Tiptronic S transmission, the Cayenne S accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 5.2 l/100 km (20 to 21 mpg US), for 267-261 g/km CO 2.

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. Driven by increasing population, urbanization and rising living standards, the world will require some 35% more energy in 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s annual forecast report: Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040.

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APRIL 21, 2016

The Clarity series will also feature advanced technologies, including Display Audio with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as well as standard Honda Sensing™ safety and driver-assistive technology. EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg (4.8/5.0/4.9

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

The revamped models will be making their way to dealerships from 29 November 2014. to 47 mpg US); four gasoline engines at between 5.4 mpg US); alternative drive systems (B 200 Natural Gas Drive and B-Class Electric Drive); as well as optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive. l/100 km (65.3 l/100 km (43.6

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FEBRUARY 15, 2016

In the US, the main regulatory drivers for increased light-duty vehicle fuel efficiency are the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) CAFE standards and the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) GHG standard. The two standards are harmonized for comparable stringency, but there are differences.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

In his remarks before the opening of the Geneva Motora Show in March 2014, Volkswagen Group Chairman of the Board of Management Prof. The NEDC consumption (for hybrid vehicles) is more than 117 mpg US (under 2.0 First: the standard charging cable is plugged into a 230 volt electrical socket (in Europe). Passat GTE sedan.

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JANUARY 5, 2024

When combined with the greater MPG achieved running the gasoline engine to support the electric motor, VTRUX models achieved a total mileage range similar to the standard gasoline versions.& The trucks could power tools on a job site with standard 120- and 240-volt outlets. The rest of the interior was standard Chevrolet.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2014

Golf GTE will arrive at dealers in the first markets world-wide in autumn 2014. The Golf GTE offers combined cycle fuel economy (provisional) of about 157 mpg US (1.5 The front bumper features C-shaped LED daytime running lights, like those on the e-Golf, as well as aerodynamic horizontal fins, like those on the GTI.

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AUGUST 27, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 33 mpg city/30 highway/31 combined. It allows the engine sound to be enhanced and creates gear shifts so the CVT (which has no gears) sounds like a standard automatic transmission. The shelf-like LED rear tail lights continue the L-shape design cue, and end with F Sport unique larger exhaust ports.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2014

A compact model in the lower price segment, the Taigun, is in the development phase; the latest version of this SUV concept was presented in New Delhi, India in February 2014. l/100 km (48 mpg US), equating to 129 g/km CO 2. The standard mode is known as “Street”. Earlier post.). Drive system of the T-ROC. The T-ROC is a 2.0

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MAY 4, 2011

Fuel efficiency was not used as a specific criterion for evaluation; estimated 2014 MY EPA combined label fuel economy is 25 mpg US (9.4 Standard driver’s navigation and telematics systems. Total manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of the vehicle, with all planned standard features, will be around $29,000.

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