Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2013

2011 Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle. In New York, General Motors and Honda announced a long-term, definitive master agreement to co-develop next-generation fuel cell system and hydrogen storage technologies, aiming for the 2020 time frame. —Takanobu Ito, president & CEO of Honda Motor Co. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Honda Motor Co. CEO, Takanobu Ito, outlined the product, technology and business developments and direction planned to drive Honda’s growth by fiscal year 2017; among these are a plan to introduce three hybrid systems, Ito said. Honda is also developing a new more powerful two-motor hybrid system for mid-size vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 21, 2016

Auto Show, Honda said that it will begin retail leasing of the new 5-passenger, hydrogen-powered Clarity Fuel Cell sedan ( earlier post ) to customers in select California markets before the end of 2016. Honda expects to price the Clarity Fuel Cell at around $60,000 with a targeted monthly lease under $500. At Washington, D.C.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Honda Motor Company will equip select model year 2016 vehicles with the new technology to improve cold-start emissions performance. Stringent new emissions regulations in the US and Europe will require a substantial improvement in mobile emissions beginning in 2017.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2016

The panel, moderated by Jesse Schneider, BMW, included Takashi Moriya, Senior Chief Engineer at Honda R&D; Dr. Will James, Manager, Safety, Codes, and Standards at the US Department of Energy (DOE); and Dr. Ralph Clague, Head of Motive Systems and Architecture, Intelligent Energy. Earlier post.). Earlier post ).

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 20, 2019

The Nikkei said it had learned that Toyota Motor and Panasonic will set up a joint venture in 2020 to manufacture EV batteries, with a focus on cost and scale and an eye toward rising Chinese players. The joint venture will encourage Honda Motor, which uses Panasonic batteries in hybrid vehicles, to adopt the new cells.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2015

and Honda Motor Co., In addition to partially covering the operating costs of hydrogen stations, the three automakers have also agreed to help infrastructure companies deliver the best possible customer service and create a convenient, hassle-free refueling network for owners of fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2018

of total EU car sales in 2017. percentage points between 2014 and 2017. To put this in context, pure battery-electric cars accounted for just 0.7% Electrically-chargeable vehicles (ECVs)—battery-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles—accounted for 1.5% of total car sales in the EU; the market share of ECVs grew by 0.9

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2012

A new analysis from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) of consumer polling data finds that the proposed MY 2017-2025 passenger vehicle fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards to be finalized this summer ( earlier post ) align with consumer demands and needs. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 12, 2024

Revolutionary New Honda EV In a first-ever technology pairing for series production, Honda is mating plug-in battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric in the all-new 2025 CR-V—e:FCEV. Carbon neutrality for all Honda products and corporate activities by 2050. Two (or is it three?)

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 30, 2018

The report shows that projected global ZEV adoption from 2015 to 2039 (based on the BNEF 2017 forecast) may follow an s-curve, similar to that of smartphone adoption in the US from 2005 to 2015. As of October 2017, 337,483 ZEVs have been sold in California. million unit uptick in 5 years. ZEV sales increased 29.1%

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 16, 2017

This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending on Friday, December 15, 2017. What car may pose a significant threat to the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid? Friday, we learned EV shoppers can.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2017

Toyota Motor, Nissan Motor, Honda Motor, JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy, Idemitsu Kosan, Iwatani, Tokyo Gas, Toho Gas, Air Liquide Japan, Toyota Tsusho and Development Bank of Japan have signed a memorandum of understanding on collaboration toward the large-scale construction of hydrogen stations for fuel cell vehicles (FCVs).

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 30, 2023

Some say the youngsters should be forced to drive a knackered hand-me-down, one which builds character and won’t cost a mint when it is inevitably crashed into a tree.& The little Kia Soul (specifically 2013, 2017, and 2019 models thanks to survey and other scores) gets a nod, as does the stalwart Toyota Corolla from 2013 onwards.

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Charged EVs

AUGUST 31, 2023

It was formed in 2017 by BMW, Daimler (Mercedes-Benz), Ford and the VW Group (Hyundai/Kia joined later), and its first stations went live in Q2 2018. The Group of Seven has two US members, GM and Stellantis; two German makers, BMW and Mercedes; two Korean members, Hyundai and Kia; and one Japanese maker, Honda.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2017

As a result of discussions that began in May 2017, eleven companies in Japan have signed an agreement to form a new company in the spring of 2018 aimed at the full-fledged development of hydrogen recharging stations (HRS) for fuel cell vehicles (FCV). Honda Motor Co., Honda Motor Co., Honda Motor Co., Honda Motor Co.,

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

The Auto Alliance has sent a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requesting that the US Environmental Protection Agency withdraw the Final Determination on the Appropriateness of the Model Year 2022-2025 Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards under the Midterm Evaluation which EPA announced on 13 January 2017.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2016

Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 POWERTRAIN.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 1, 2015

GM also said it plans to strengthen its core business through global growth initiatives and an aggressive product launch cadence, while continuing to focus on driving cost efficiencies. GM announced that late in 2016 it will add a fleet of 2017 Chevrolet Volts designed to drive autonomously within its renovated Warren Technical Center campus.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Automakers are accelerating their shift to aluminum away from other materials for new car and light truck construction, as they seek to safely and cost-effectively lower the weight of vehicles, according to a recent survey of North American automakers conducted by Ducker Worldwide and commissioned by the Aluminum Association , Inc.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

We look forward to working with EPA, NHTSA and CARB on harmonized standards that are achievable, cost-effective, and most importantly account for the needs of customers. —John Bozzella, President and CEO, Global Automakers.

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EV Adoption

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

And while it is easy to forget, in 2017 GM had US EV sales of 43,893 across 5 different models – though 3 of those barely mattered: Cadillac ELR – 17, Chevrolet Spark – 23, and Cadillac CT6 PHEV – 207. ” The Honda and Acura EVs will be manufactured at GM plants in North America.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Costs continued to decline, especially for light duty vehicle applications; the cost per kilowatt (kW) for high volume production of transportation fuel cells moved closer to DOE’s target of $30 per kW. Daimler, Ford, and Nissan joined forces to develop a common fuel cell system and launch commercial FCEVs as early as 2017.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

is pricing the 2017 e-Golf starting at $30,495, plus $820 destination. For 2017, Volkswagen is using an updated lithium-ion battery with an increased energy capacity of 35.8 Improved battery chemistry also helps improve the overall fuel economy of the 2017 e-Golf. Honda is leasing the Clarity for $269 (plus tax) per month.

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My Electric Car

AUGUST 21, 2020

Honda have produced the Honda FCX Clarity FCEV, a hydrogen powered Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), which they are leasing in limited numbers to selected customers in specially selected locations only. There are several reasons for this approach and understanding a little more about fuel cell vehicles may explain why.

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Setec Powerr

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

And then , Toyota ,Honda , nissan , Mitsubishi 4 Big car manufacturers announced , Will be to convenience stores that intend to set up charging piles , Gas station , Provide subsidies for restaurants, etc , Covers setup and maintenance costs. Ten thousand fast charging piles and 7.4 Ten thousand ordinary charging piles.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Honda has announced several initiatives under its new “Green Path” approach to reducing the total life-cycle environmental impact of its products and operations in North America. MAP produces the Honda Accord Sedan and Coupe along with the Acura TLX and ILX for customers in more than 100 countries. Source: Honda North America.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2016

This annual sales estimate, combining both passenger and commercial vehicles, would add more than 232 million turbocharged vehicles globally between 2017 and 2021—an increase of 35% from today. To this end, it is anticipated that the industry will begin moving from 12-volt battery systems to 48-volt systems.

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Green Cars News

MAY 30, 2009

With the green car world focusing on a renewed push for electric cars and new hybrid car concepts such as the latest Toyota Prius and the Honda Insight, fuel cells are in danger of becoming the forgotten figures of the environmental world. The vehicles received rave reviews.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

Road Test: 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Cherokee. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. See image gallery at cleanfleetreport.com ]. Flash Drive: 2022 Volkswagen Taos. Road Test: 2018 Toyota RAV4 Adventure.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2009

Several major automakers are pursuing early market testing with consumers beginning this year and are expected to ramp up production to nearly 50,000 vehicles in california by 2017. Fuel cell system costs. Fuel cell system durability has improved and costs have been reduced through R&D, the ARB staff noted. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid sells against other midsize hybrid sedans–the Honda Accord and Insight , Hyundai Sonata and its larger sibling, the Toyota Avalon. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight Hybrid. Corrosion Perforation – Five years/Unlimited miles. Story by John Faulkner.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Photos by John Faulkner and Hyundai. [ See image gallery at cleanfleetreport.com ]. The Shrinking Midsize Competition. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2015

According to a new technology briefing paper on hybrid system technologies by John German at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), the costs of full-function hybrid systems are likely to drop to half the cost of their 2010 counterparts before 2025. Historical and projected hybrid system direct manufacturing cost.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Hybrid options in this category include: Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Road Test: 2017 Ford Escape. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Photos by John Faulkner and Kia. Midsize Sedan Competition Remains Tough–& Fuel Efficient. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid.

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Get Electric Vehicle

JUNE 5, 2023

Honda Clarity , Toyota Mirai are a few examples of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Over 2 million electric cars were sold in 2017. Types of alternative fuels for cars Alternative fuels for cars that could have used are listed below. A short explanation of each fuel is also presented. . #5 Hydrogen fuel is expensive and highly inflammable.

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