Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2010

The petition challenges the ability of EPA to grant a partial waiver for three specific reasons: The Clean Air Act does not authorize EPA to issue any partial waiver decisions. The statute passed by Congress in 2007 states that fuels can’t be approved for the market that could cause any failures. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2009

The 2009 incentives will be used to help bring trucks into service at the Port that run on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), or lithium-ion battery electric power. This initiative follows a 2008 incentive program that put into service more than 2,200 trucks that currently meet or exceed 2007 US EPA emission standards.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2018

The endless hours of research, evaluation and real-world analysis by our engineering community has effectively raised the bar for alternative fuel applications. We are committed to providing smart, alternative fuel solutions for car buyers, and look forward to continue growing our eco-vehicle portfolio. kVA per liter.

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2019 Hyundai Engine Alternative Fuels 320

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. The majority of the emissions and fuel savings from current vehicles, EPA noted, is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2010

introduced a natural gas-powered version of its TerraPro Cabover model for the refuse and construction applications. Natural gas-powered Mack TerraPro certified for Federal tax credit. Natural gas-powered vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, Mack says, particularly in the refuse market. Mack Trucks, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2014

The propane fleet will replace gasoline- and diesel-fueled vehicles used largely in rural areas in Louisiana and Oklahoma with other states pending. The UPS alternative fuel strategy is to invest in the most environmentally friendly and economical energy sources. and expanded its order with Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.

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Purchase Installation Fuel Alternative Fuels 291

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Volvo Trucks North America, after concluding truck and engine lab testing, has approved the use of renewable diesel fuel for all of its proprietary Volvo engines, offering environmental and cost-savings benefits to customers. Volvo is the first OEM to endorse the use of advanced drop-in hydrocarbon renewable diesel fuel.

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Volvo Renewable Diesel Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

Advanced Power Electronics and Electric Motors for Electric Traction Drives. Electric drive components must be reliable and provide long vehicle service equal to or better than conventional petroleum powered vehicles. pressure fuel injection, and higher pressure engine operation, for implementing the clean diesel combustion strategy.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Along with our partners like Clean Cities, our team works extremely hard to encourage the use of clean-vehicle technologies, such as alternative fuels, replacing older engines, and use of electric and hybrid vehicles. US EPA’s Clean Diesel Program: Diesel emissions account for 6.3 —Harold P.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2010

HEC) and Wisconsin Motors (WM) have signed an agreement to form Oxx Power Continental, a joint venture, to produce a wet-sleeve version of the Oxx Power 4.9L The new engine will replace both the Ford F300 and the Oxx Power 4.9L Alternative fuel systems and controls will be added at HEC. Hydrogen Engine Center, Inc.

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Wisconsin Engine Hydrogen Motor 186

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) marked the start of mass production of the all-new 2012 Civic Natural Gas as it moves to increase production of the alternative-fuel Civic to support an expanding network of certified Civic Natural Gas dealers across the US. Earlier post.). in city driving and 5.5

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Indiana Honda 2012 Gas 186

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

CleanFUEL USA , a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems has introduced its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter liter engine. When the 6.0L Systems are available through CleanFUEL USA Master Dealers and Preferred Installers.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2016

NO x engine, the first mid-range engine in North America to receive emission certifications from both US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Air Resources Board (ARB) in California that meet the 0.02 This technology was developed to meet the stringent 2010 EPA emission requirements and was introduced with the ISL G in June 2007.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2015

Ford will offer the 2016 F-150 with an available gaseous-fuel prep package that enables 5.0-liter liter V8-powered models to run on compressed natural gas or propane, making Ford the only manufacturer of a CNG/propane-capable half-ton pickup. Ford has established a qualification program for alternative-fuel vehicle modifiers.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2012

liter natural gas engine designed to meet the increasing demand for on-highway vehicles powered by natural gas. The SEGR technology was introduced with the ISL G in 2007, and was developed to meet 2010 EPA emission requirements. Cummins Westport Inc. has begun development on the ISB 6.7G, a mid-range 6.7-liter The ISB6.7 The ISB 6.7

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2012

based Patrick Racing to research and develop natural gas as an alternative fuel for the Series’ Prototype Challenge (PC) cars. IMSA/ALMS and Patrick Racing will identify development and testing opportunities for the source to power the Series’ PC cars, beginning as early as the 2013 season. Pat” Patrick.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

announced Euro 6 (VI) engine compatibility for use with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) renewable diesel and other EN 15940 paraffinic fuels, representing a significant step forward to reduce the carbon footprint of Cummins-powered bus, truck and coach fleets operating in Europe. Cummins Inc.

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Renewable Diesel Fuel Engine 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

A new report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) reviews the major advantages and disadvantages associated with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). Among their findings: A note on fuel pricing and cost per mile. kWh (EPA is now using $0.13

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Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2010

The WJ Daytech/AFVTech CNG Hot Rod made its debut at the recent Alternative Fuels and Vehicles ( AF&V 2010 ) show in Las Vegas. Based on engine power and gear ratios, the estimated acceleration from 0-60 mph is 2.5 Electronic cylinder valves by OMB, powered by the E-38 fuel pump circuit. Click to enlarge.

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2010 Las Vegas Carbon Fiber MPH 273

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 28, 2011

Each of the four recipients will match a percentage of the grant amount with their own funds to purchase compressed natural gas-powered vehicles; retrofit diesel engines with cleaner technology; replace older, more polluting diesel buses with cleaner diesel buses; or purchase hybrid electric-powered buses.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 26, 2012

If you visit this site regularly, you’ll know that we usually only cover smaller, more fuel efficient cars and those powered by alternative fuels like electricity, hydrogen or biofuels. But yesterday the EPA certified the 2013 Ford Taurus 2.0-liter

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MPG 2013 Ford Alternative Fuels 86

Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2013

The project is intended to support the planned upcoming mid-term review of California’s Advanced Clean Cars program ( earlier post ), coordinated with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Research in these areas will also be coordinated with US EPA and NHTSA.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 4, 2011

a leader in commercial transportation and supply chain management solutions, has already secured lease agreements for 87 heavy-duty natural gas trucks from customers looking to take advantage of the fuel cost savings and environmental benefits of alternative fuel powered vehicles. Ryder System, Inc., Earlier post.).

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Gas California Tucson Alternative Fuels 218

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2010

General Motors has finalized the production process for its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, allowing the company to deliver fleet customers complete vehicles with a fully integrated and dedicated CNG fuel system starting this fall. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Peterbilt Motors Company is now taking immediate orders for the production of its vocational and aerodynamic vehicles powered by compressed and liquefied natural gas (NG). The Peterbilt Model 384 has been recognized by the EPA’s SmartWay program. The engine meets US EPA and CARB 2010 emissions standards today. Earlier post.).

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Peterbilt Gas Vehicles Alternative Fuels 170

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. Earlier post.). Incentives for selling AFVs.

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Gasoline Fleet Emissions Fuel 150

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

The general assumption seems to be that Americans will simply ditch their gasoline-powered vehicles in favor of EVs. As an indirect source of corporate pollution, gas-powered commuter vehicles are an easy target for organizations trying to attain their emissions goals. News and World Report recently posed the question: will the U.S.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The engine compartment is no longer needed, so that space is now what Ford calls the “Power Mega Frunk,” with 14.1 kliowatts with the optional Pro-Power-Onboard. Ford also offers home-charging solutions that can power an entire home for several days using the onboard battery. The Lightning giveth (power).

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Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The EPA is expecting to award at least another $500 million in funding under the 2023 CSB rebate program and a further $400 million via grant funding. Currently, the EPA is accepting applications to the 2023 CSB Rebate Program until Jan.

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Blink Charging

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Using the US Department of Energy’s alternative fuel locator , we can see the US has (as of this writing): 129,598 publicly available EV charging ports spread over 50,401 public charging stations. Public chargers need to be: economical equitably distributed appealing to use wired to a capable power grid This is where we come in.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2009

Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) began production of the natural gas-powered 2009 Civic GX at its plant in Greensburg, Indiana. The Civic GX was formerly produced at Honda’s East Liberty, Ohio plant and has ten years of proven performance as a natural gas powered vehicle. It is powered by a 113-hp (84 kW), 1.8-liter,

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Indiana Honda Gas Production 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2009

The 09HS is powered through a combination of a new ethanol-fueled (E10) internal combustion engine and the hybrid system, consisting of a 45 kW (peak) electric motor with a 35 kW, 120V Li-ion battery pack for energy storage. Zytek supplied the electric motor; Continental supplied both the Li-ion pack and the power electronics.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2010

This truck will be the first to take advantage of the complete Capstone Drive Solution, which includes the Capstone microturbine along with liquid cooled power electronics, permanent magnet traction drive motor and vehicle power control system. We are also pursuing marine applications for both auxiliary power and propulsion.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. The Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter You had me at 46 MPG.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2016

The vehicle drive system emulation spans conventional transmissions and hybrid drives which may include range extender to blended power architectures. Driving” the simulator. The Oak Ridge team has added the ability for a human driver to interact with the system. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2009

This is part of AT&T’s plan to invest up to $565 million to deploy more than 15,000 alternative-fuel vehicles over the next 10 years. The converted vehicles will utilize the BAF CalComp System, a proprietary CNG fuel system certified by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (ARB).

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The entrypoint to the Lexus world Hybrid Efficiency The 2023 Lexus UX 250h is powered by the Lexus Hybrid Drive system of a 2.0-liter liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. The 2023 UX 250h runs on 87 octane and is EPA rated at 43 mpg city/41 highway/42 combined.

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