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How Corporations Can Help the U.S. Reach its EV Goals

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The general assumption seems to be that Americans will simply ditch their gasoline-powered vehicles in favor of EVs. As of 2017 , commuting to and from work accounted for 30 percent of all miles of passenger travel driven at the local level in the U.S. The New York Police Department began its shift to electric vehicles last September.

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SwRI wins $20M EPA contract for emissions and fuel consumption testing, analytical services

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This new guidance is effective beginning with the 2017 model year. Prior to MY 2017 the road-load confirmation procedures specified in Advisory Circular 55c (issued in 1988) will continue to be used.

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ICF report finds California Low Carbon Fuel Standard can be achieved with modest changes in diversity of fuels

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Broadly, compliance is achieved through biofuel blending (with both gasoline and diesel) and through the deployment of advanced vehicle technologies that use natural gas, electricity, and hydrogen. In Scenario 1 and Scenario 2, credits are banked through 2017 and 2016, respectively. Click to enlarge. credits are fungible.

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Honda launches 2017 Accord Hybrid; 2nd generation two-motor hybrid powertrain

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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 EV Drive Operation.

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Honda launches new “Green Path” initiatives for manufacturing and operations; new $210M paint line at Marysville with new 4C2B process

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When one thinks about what automakers can do to help the environment, the immediate thought is about improving fuel efficiency and developing alternatives to gasoline. Construction of the new paint line will begin this December and is slated for completion in December 2017. We work every day on these issues. million dollars.

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