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CNG Hot Rod Debuts at AFV 2010

Green Car Congress

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 seconds, with 0-100 mph in less than 5 seconds. The “Gasser” CNG Hot Rod. Click to enlarge.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

Clean Fleet Report

seconds, the 1/4 mile at 118 mph and, if daring enough, spin the dual electric motors to their maximum of 161 miles per hour. kWh lithium-nickel-cobalt-manganese battery Dual electric motors 576 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque 0-60 mph: 3.4 Wondering how this compares to other ‘fast’ cars? Check this out !

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Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Crossover EV

Clean Fleet Report

It has challenging mountain roads heading 2,000 feet up and down, full of tight turns, a relatively high-speed swath along the summit (50 mph), a freeway stretch back in the valley, and even some slow-speed city driving. 4 through the route I encountered more traffic than usual so ended up with an average speed of 34 mph.

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Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium

Clean Fleet Report

In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 This fuel economy is encouraging, but it will take a wide open road with little traffic and lots of patience to equal it. Zero-to-60 mph times were right around 5.0

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

Clean Fleet Report

Our freeway fuel economy test loop of 210 miles, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, averaged a very impressive 55.8 The solar roof means getting a sunroof is not possible, but we feel it is a good tradeoff for this added level of high tech wizardry. Soft-touch and full tech. coefficient of drag.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

Zero-to-60 mph speeds are in the low-eight second range, which doesn’t quite put it in the performance or sporty category. The interior is a most welcoming place, offering comfort, style and all the tech you could want. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Road Test: 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

Of course, high tech helps coordinate this so it’s seamless from the driver’s chair. The engine shuts off when you’re at a traffic light to save fuel. Full of charms–and customizable tech. Off Road mode maximizes the car’s performance at speeds below 12 mph for slowly traversing rough terrain.