Green Car Congress

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 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. Toyota expects the Prius Prime’s manufacturer-estimated 120 or above MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) to be the highest MPGe rating of any current plug-in hybrid. Toyota also expects the Prius Prime, equipped with an 8.8

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Prius Toyota PHEV Range 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2016

The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 kWh battery pack for twice the electric range of its predecessor, as well as some enhancements to its powertrain, including a Toyota-first dual motor generator drive system. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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Clean Fleet Report

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: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. A little fin help.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. Clean Fleet Report recommends getting the full slate of safety technology on your new car as this is not an area to try and save a few dollars. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Camry. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. As a test, part of those miles were driven with the cruise control set at 65 mph where we averaged 44 mpg, and at 60 mph resulting in 51.4 Road Test: 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Sentra.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 72

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. First, that a Lexus is just a Toyota with a higher price tag. (It In 2016 we were so taken by that year’s RX that three staffers had to take a closer look: Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. It isn’t!).

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 94

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

The 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited is a rear-wheel drive, 200+ horsepower sports coupe that competes with the Mazda MX-5 RF , and shares a platform with Toyota 86. The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. The Sports Car Contenders We’ve Seen: Road Test: 2020 Toyota 86 (sister car).

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Honda bumps up mpg & power. turbo at 31 mpg city/38 highway/34 combined. mpg combined, with a 90-mile all-freeway run, using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, the average bumped up to 40.8 non-turbo, fuel economy estimates are 30 mpg city/37 highway/37 combined. 50+ MPG and good handling, too.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 85

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Toyota Crown Hybrid Max AWD Platinum Vintage Name Returns to the United States The Toyota Crown has been around since 1955 in Japan, and was the first Toyota model exported in 1957 to the United States, where it was sold until 1960. The ride was comfortable and smooth, making for an easy driving experience.

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Toyota Hybrid Fuel Economy Nickel Metal Hydride 79

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Gets more than 50 mpg. Technology features continue with the Hyundai Blue Link app, which provides access to vehicle systems, including remote start, and the Digital Key providing extra convenience and safety. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. Making a Case to Consider a Sedan.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2013

Previously she was vice president over government relations at Toyota Motor North America and executive director, government relations at Mitsubishi Motors North America.). The results so far suggest that: The penetration of spark-ignited engines in passenger cars is projected to drop to 51% in 2025 from 74% in 2016. Q5 hybrid **.

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tesla is described as disruptive technology, but in reality the company has done what auto companies have done for a little more than a century—build great cars and match them up with owners who appreciate them. for 2016, followed by the Model X. Toyota – Big in Hybrids; Betting on Fuel Cells & Electrics.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It is rare when we post a review of a car that is only available in one of the 50 United States, but such is the case with the 2022 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), which is only sold in California. Powered by compressed hydrogen gas, the 2022 Toyota Mirai makes electricity onboard to drive the electric motor.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 82

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

A study by researchers at Carnegie Mellon University has concluded that regulatory incentives for OEMs for alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) intended to encourage a technology transition in the transportation fleet result in increased fleet-wide gasoline consumption and emissions. Incentives for selling AFVs. Credit: ACS, Jenn et al.

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Gasoline Fleet Emissions Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Downweighting will be at the core of whatever other technology, design and powertrain changes are coming. Using aluminum will extend the efficiencies of other technologies, while enabling secondary cost-savings from downsized powertrains without sacrificing performance. Ducker Worldwide. Click to enlarge.

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2012 Downsizing Auto Industrial 186

Plugs and Cars

JUNE 4, 2009

The plan calls for 39 mpg for cars and 30 mpg for light trucks and SUVs by 2016; no automaker lawsuits; and California subscribes to the national program through 2016.

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Plug-in Plug Cars Obama 100

Green Car Congress

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. Build better products.

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GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy 262

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Toyota made significant improvements in its new generation full hybrid powertrain applied in the fourth generation Prius ( earlier post ), reducing losses, redesigning and relocating key components and reducing weight. up to ~55 mpg US combined), with an Eco model that will achieve an even greater improvement. 2016 Toyota Prius 1.9

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Prius Toyota Nickel Metal Hydride Available 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined. This engine, with cylinder deactivation, is rated at 26 mpg city/35 highway/29 combined. Mazda prides itself on being a company staffed with driving enthusiasts who put their heart into design and technology. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima.

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Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 25, 2023

The EPA rates the Mazda3 Hatchback AWD at 23 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined. mpg, which is a bit below its rating, but not noteworthy for its class. You can use your power exterior mirrors that tilt when in reverse, use the backup camera and 360º monitor, and also rely on the blind spot and lane departure technology.

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Mazda MPG Clean Cleaning 66

Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2011

MY1978-2011 figures are NHTSA CAFE in mpg. In achieving the level of standards for the 2017-2025 program, the two agencies expect automakers’ use of advanced technologies to be an important element of transforming the vehicle fleet. Light-duty vehicle fuel economy standards, 1978-2025. mpge (miles per gallon equivalent) (4.32

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Obama Light California Miles 291