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MAY 19, 2009

The resulting new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5 mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. The CAFE program established by the EISA 2007 legislation specified a minimum 35 mpg in 2020.

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2016 Obama Standards MPG 150

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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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Standards Fuel Economy Vehicles Economy 240

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

Toyota did not provide specifics of fuel consumption and electric range, but confirmed that it expected a 10% improvement in EPA-estimated MPG on core models (51 mpg city, 48 mpg highway, 50 mpg combined for MY 2015). It’s not just about MPG anymore,” said Toyota. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Prius Toyota 2016 Las Vegas 150

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JANUARY 16, 2018

Model year (MY) 2016 vehicle fuel economy was 24.7 mpg, or 28%, with an average annual improvement of about 0.5 mpg per year. mpg, or 28%, with an average annual improvement of about 0.5 mpg per year. The average 0-to-60 mph acceleration time was the same in MY 2016 as MY 2015. ft 2 (-0.4%). ft 2 (-0.4%).

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA Fuel 261

Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 Combined fuel economy (mpg). Engine power (kW). 40 93 MPGe.

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PHEV 2016 Hyundai Plug-in 150

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APRIL 2, 2010

The footprint-based standard CO 2 curves for cars (left) and trucks (right). These are expected to result in a combined MY 2016 average vehicle emission level of 250 g CO 2 /mile (equivalent to 35.5 mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 mpg US (6.9 2012; 2013 3014 2015 2016. mpg US (EPA).

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EPA Standards Light PHEV 236

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MARCH 7, 2015

Elio Motors, the start-up developing a $6,800, 84-mpg- (2.8l/100 100 km) three-wheeled vehicle with a target date of 2016, unveiled its engine prototype: a 0.9-liter, The team looked at the Geo Metro design to see if modernizing the 30-year-old strategy would make it more efficient. liter, 3-cylinder unit developed by IAV.

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MPG Engine Motor Motors 150

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JANUARY 11, 2015

Land Rover will offer the option of diesel powertrains in two 2016 model year luxury SUVs: the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) combined, a 32% improvement over the supercharged V6, and reach a high of 28 mpg (8.4 l/100 km) on the highway.

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Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2013

PSA says the technology—called “Hybrid Air”—will be fitted on B-segment models starting in 2016. mpg US) in combined-cycle driving, for CO 2 emissions of around 69 g/km for standard body style models such as the Citroën C3 or Peugeot 208. Certified fuel consumption stands at 2.9 l/100km (81.1

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Hybrid 2016 Gasoline-Electric Fuel 391

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FEBRUARY 12, 2016

At the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, BMW will officially introduce the new iPerformance model designation, which will be given to all BMW plug-in hybrid vehicles starting in July 2016, as a visible indicator of the transfer of technology from BMW i to the BMW core brand.

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Plug-in BMW Plug Design 150

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NOVEMBER 21, 2019

IONIQ Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and Electric cars all receive refreshed exterior and interior designs, added infotainment technology and new Hyundai SmartSense active safety features and driving assistance systems. IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle.

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Hyundai Miles Range Lithium Ion 186

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

In 2016, SporTran won the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) Low or No-Emission Vehicle Deployment Grant, which funded the five electric buses, three depot chargers and an on-route fast charger. The five Proterra 40' Catalyst E2 buses will go into service this month, and serve Louisiana’s third-largest city.

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Carbon Fiber Re-Charge Louisiana Batteries 150

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JANUARY 18, 2017

In November 2016, Volkswagen presented a major update of the Golf, featuring new engines (including a Millerized 1.5L Design elements, such as the winglets in the front spoiler, are in characteristic blue. The GTE’s new LED headlights come as standard. l/100 km (53 mpg US) and 4.7 l/100 km (50 mpg US), respectively.

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Diesel Europe Available PHEV 150

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MARCH 2, 2015

According to the ECE standard for plug?in US mpg) and has a CO 2 emission level of less than 50 grams per kilometer (80.5 Like all Audi hybrid models, the Q7 e-tron quattro has also been designed as a parallel hybrid. A power charging cable is standard equipment. in hybrid vehicles, the Audi Q7 e?tron Audi Q7 e-tron 3.0

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Audi Diesel MPG SUV 150

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JULY 9, 2017

In a new study, a team from the University of Central Florida and MIT has found that the US Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards is an effective policy solution that does increase the adoption of EVs, whether it is implemented alone or in conjunction with another policy such as government incentives. —Sen et al.

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Market Fuel Economy Standards Economy 150

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MAY 10, 2017

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was first. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% The system is designed to remain mostly in low-lift mode – until the customer demands more power. mpg US, 10.4 million sales in 2016—a year-over-year increase of 9%.

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Jeep Tax 2017 2016 150

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JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. On shorter legs, if even for a brief time, we touched 60 mpg. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 84

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JANUARY 12, 2015

Hyundai lanched the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle—Hyundai’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle—along with the hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. In charge sustaining mode, the Sonata PHEV is expected to return 38 mpg (6.19

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PHEV Hyundai Miles Range 150

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JANUARY 29, 2014

By 2016, there will be 200 million motorcycles, cars and trucks sold each year globally, leading to great opportunities for improving the efficiency of the internal combustion engine. Recent testing by FEV has verified that the innovative, patented ultra-efficient Pinnacle Engine design provides 30-50% fuel economy.

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Asia Engine GM China 220

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Completely redesigned in 2022, the 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback continues with handsome styling that forgoes sharp edges and a busy design for a more mature and finished look that hints Euro. Standard on the LX and Sport, the 2.0-liter turbo at 28 mpg city/37 highway/31 combined. mpg combined. Your numbers may differ.

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Honda Civic Hybrid MPG Clean 72

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APRIL 18, 2019

After adding a third row, the Highlander not only grew in size, but is also now the best-selling retail model in the segment since 2016. The 2020 Highlander amplifies all qualities while taking on a new design direction that combines a powerful SUV presence with sophisticated detailing. Toyota Safety Sense 2.0

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Highlander New York 2020 Toyota 287

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JULY 20, 2016

liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. The lightweight design and increased use of ultra-strength materials have resulted in a weight loss of 120 kg without impacting stiffness. Customers have a choice of a 1.4L direct injection turbocharged engine or a 1.5L

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Chevrolet China North America Connect 150

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JULY 20, 2016

liters/100 km (41 mpg US) with the introduction of fuel-saving technologies such as the standard stop/start. The lightweight design and increased use of ultra-strength materials have resulted in a weight loss of 120 kg without impacting stiffness. Customers have a choice of a 1.4L direct injection turbocharged engine or a 1.5L

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Chevrolet China North America Connect 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2010

The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to begin developing new standards for greenhouse gases and fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy EPA 2017 Economy 199

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

liter engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T, along with EPA-estimated combined cycle fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 l/100km), compared to an EPA-rated 27 mpg (8.7 l/100 km) from the 2016 A3 with the 1.8-liter This new 2.0-liter liter engine (a 7.4% improvement).

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Fuel Economy 2017 Audi Economy 150

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MARCH 15, 2013

Most CO 2 emissions and fuel economy values in this report have been adjusted to reflect “real world” consumer performance and therefore are not comparable to CO 2 emissions and fuel economy standards. The number of SUV, pickup, minivan, and van models that have combined EPA label values of 20 mpg (11.8 l/100km) or more.

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy 284

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JULY 11, 2017

Diesel vehicles have had a rough time penetrating the US light-duty vehicle market, reflecting outdated negative perceptions, higher fuel prices for diesel than for gasoline, the cost of complying with stringent US emission standards, and rapidly improving gasoline engines. miles per gallon in model year 2016, and 49.1

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

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NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The Luxury and Premium Luxury models come standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive optional. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Sport model. Clean Fleet Report spent a week exploring Southern California in the front-wheel drive XT5 Premium Luxury, which the EPA rates at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined mpg.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 75

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. mpg, or 22%. There are 15 MY 2013 pickup and minivan/van models for which at least one variant of the model has a combined city/highway label fuel economy rating of 20 mpg (11.8

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

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APRIL 21, 2016

Following the US launch of the Clarity Fuel Cell in late 2016, the Clarity Electric will go on-sale in 2017. 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. Earlier post.).

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2017 Honda Plug-in Hybrid 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

The new handsome styling forgoes sharp edges and a busy design for a more mature and finished look that hints Euro. Honda’s best-selling passenger car–and their second best-selling model behind only the CR-V crossover–will not lose any sales with this newly designed sedan and hatchback. Standard on the LX and Sport, the non-turbo 2.0-liter

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 86

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FEBRUARY 24, 2017

l/100 km (81 mpg US), and the new flagship Panamera can drive on fully electric power for up to 50 kilometers. As in all other second-generation Panamera models, the fast-shifting Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) with eight gears is used to transmit the power to the standard adaptive all-wheel drive system Porsche Traction Management (PTM).

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PHEV Hybrid Porsche Plug-in 170

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DECEMBER 30, 2016

L/100 km (138 mpg US)—the best in its segment. Compactness, efficiency and excellent NVH were design objectives from the outset. The CT6 Plug-In lightweight body design is crafted from 11 composite materials, with more than 57% of body materials made from aluminum. Bottom: CT6 high-voltage architecture. Click to enlarge.

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Cadillac Plug-in GM Plug 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Built on an all-new platform, the K5 is wider, longer and lower than the Optima, more powerful, and takes design cues from the performance minded Kia Stinger. at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. The K5 was an all-new model in 2021, with the head-turning design carrying over to 2022.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

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OCTOBER 1, 2016

l/100 km (94 mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models, with up to 50 km (31 miles) all-electric range. Porsche views “hybrid” as being as synonymous with performance as with sustainability, pointing to the victory of the 919 Hybrid in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in 2015 and 2016. l/100km / 94 mpg US.

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Porsche Hybrid Plug-in Plug 150

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JANUARY 5, 2023

The Subaru designed and built boxer engine, which has horizontally opposed pistons instead of configured in a V or inline pattern, uses Toyota’s direct and sequential port injection system and runs on 92 octane. The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. Designed to slip through the air. Ready to rev.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Designed in Kia’s Frankfurt, Germany, design studio and built in Sohari, Korea, the Stinger is truly a world car. Kia’s Stinger is designed to take on the world. Fuel economy for the Stinger GT-Line is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/32 highway/25 combined. mpg, and 33.0 Powertrain. Your numbers may differ.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 73