Gas Car Fires Far More Common Than Electric Car Fires
CleanTechnica EVs
JANUARY 16, 2022
The argument that there are more electric car fires than gasoline car fires is silly, yet many people believe this is the case.
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Study suggests China urban passenger transport emissions could peak in 2030
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 9, 2019
A paper on their study appears in the journal Energy Policy. in Greater London, 65% in Hong Kong, and 61% in Tokyo in terms of share of public transport among auto mobility. in Greater London, 65% in Hong Kong, and 61% in Tokyo in terms of share of public transport among auto mobility. 100 km (45 mpg US) in 2030 and below 3.4L/100
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Acura to debut 3 new vehicles at the 2012 North American International Auto Show including its first gasoline-electric hybrid
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 12, 2011
Acura will unveil three new vehicles at the 2012 North American International Auto Show including a new compact sports sedan, a redesigned RDX crossover sport utility vehicle, and a concept version of the next generation Acura NSX super car.
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EVs will drive long-term electricity cost down, studies suggest
Baua Electric
JANUARY 14, 2024
EVs could help drive down electricity rates by better-utilizing grid infrastructure, according to three recent studies summarized by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), an energy-policy advocacy organization. Lucid Connected Home Charging Station The first study the ACEEE looked at was published in Apr.
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Analysis finds annual running cost of EVs less than ICE; but with purchase price factored in, it flips
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 9, 2020
Self Financial, a fintech company, has compared the running costs of electric and non-electric vehicles in each state. Across the US the average annual cost of running an electric vehicle is $2,721.96, while gasoline vehicles cost an average of $3,355.90 per year to run—a difference of $633.94
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T&E concludes that diesel cars emit more CO2 on a full lifecycle basis than gasoline cars
Green Car Congress
SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
A new analysis by the NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) concludes that diesel cars emit more CO 2 than equivalent cars on a full lifecycle basis—i.e., According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 l/100 km (37.3
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How much money EV ownership saves depends on where you live
Baua Electric
JANUARY 8, 2024
A new University of Michigan study compares the cost of ownership for EVs and internal-combustion vehicles across 14 U.S. The study found that the total cost of ownership for a 300-mile midsize electric SUV varies by $52,000 across all the cities studied. There was some crossover, however.
Study shows bamboo ethanol in China technically and economically feasible, cost-competitive with gasoline
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 1, 2013
Now, researchers at Imperial College London have shown that bioethanol production from bamboo in China is both technically and economically feasible, as well as cost-competitive with gasoline. An open access paper on their study is published in Biotechnology for Biofuels. —Littlewood et al. Littlewood et al. Click to enlarge.
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Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026
Baua Electric
APRIL 21, 2024
Disneyland will replace gasoline vehicles at its Autopia ride with EVs in 2026, the Los Angeles Times confirmed this week. theme park and it undoubtedly has a role in nurturing auto enthusiasm for kids. Honda says battery-electric and fuel-cell electric vehicles will make up 100% of its global sales by 2040.
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52 Study concludes that sugar cane-based biorefineries producing ethanol and electricity could power a global auto fleet of hybrids and EVs using only 4% of available cropland
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 24, 2011
Number of cars (world and US), amount of gasoline consumed, amount of ethanol equivalent required for a neat ethanol fleet, ethanol and electricity to power hybrid fleet, and sugar cane area for hybrid fleet. l/100km) using gasoline as the fuel. Credit: ACS, Pacca and Moreira. Click to enlarge.
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How Old Cars Get Recycled from Start to Finish
Clean Fleet Report
AUGUST 2, 2022
If you’re worried about how your car will eventually be disposed of, fear no more – it’ll likely be turned into scrap metal by the auto recycling industry. This industry is one of the biggest in the United States; approximately 7,000 car recycling businesses generate a combined $25 million annually. Pretty impressive, right?
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BCG study finds conventional automotive technologies have high CO2 reduction potential at lower cost; stiff competition for electric cars
Green Car Congress
JUNE 15, 2011
Conventional automotive technologies have significant emission-reduction potential, according to a draft of the Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) latest report on automotive propulsion, Powering Autos to 2020. —“Powering Autos to 2020” (draft). Source: BCG. Click to enlarge. However, China is a major wildcard.
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Study finds technology cost of achieving European 2020 LDV CO2 targets more than offset by resultant fuel savings
Green Car Congress
MARCH 19, 2013
A report published by Cambridge Econometrics and Ricardo-AEA concludes that overall, the cost of technologies required to meet proposed European 2020 CO 2 regulations for vehicles (95 g/km for cars and 147 g/km for vans) will be more than offset by the resultant fuel savings. The project is taking a phased approach.
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Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead
Baua Electric
JANUARY 21, 2024
A hybrid vehicle is powered by at least one electric motor and a gasoline engine, and its system recovers energy through regenerative braking. Sometimes the electric motor does all of the work, other times the combustion engine does, and sometimes both work together. This generally occurs at slower city speeds.
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Why you might be charging your EV wrong – and what to do instead
Baua Electric
MARCH 18, 2024
Tesla Supercharger (Source: Tesla) Many EV drivers carry over habits from driving gasoline cars when they charge EVs, but that leads to wasted time, inconvenience, and range anxiety, according to a new study. Refueling with gasoline takes only a few minutes, and one has to drive to or stop at a gas station.
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Tesla dominates brand loyalty: once you go EV, you don’t go back
Baua Electric
FEBRUARY 26, 2024
Tesla took half the awards for brand loyalty in the automotive industry in S&P Global Mobility’s new study. Once you go electric, you don’t go back. Studies have shown that electric vehicle buyers generally don’t go back to gasoline vehicles. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.
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Gas prices due to drop in 2024, as EVs plug into cleaner energy
Baua Electric
JANUARY 1, 2024
The cost of gasoline and the carbon footprint of EVs could both fall in the new year. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects combined electricity generation from solar and wind to exceed coal for the first time in 2024. energy mix points toward all emissions-free sources together adding to 40% of total electricity generation.
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Deloitte suggests Gen Y’s embrace of hybrid vehicles may be auto market’s tipping point
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 19, 2012
Gen Y’s strong affinity for hybrid vehicles could make it the “ generation that leads us away from traditional gasoline-powered vehicles ,” reports Craig Giffi, vice chairman and automotive practice leader at Deloitte LLP, after seeing the results of Deloitte’s annual survey of consumers and what they want in an automobile.
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What’s the Most Environmental Thing To Do When a Car’s Engine Dies
Clean Fleet Report
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
What’s the Most Environmental Thing To Do When a Car’s Engine Dies Questions & Answers from our Friends at EarthTalk® The engine is fried on my old Honda Civic. What’s the most environmentally friendly thing to do with this car? The manufacturing of new cars, even electric ones, generates heavy emissions, contributing to pollution.
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EC rolls out CARS 2020 action plan for European auto industry
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 8, 2012
Antonio Tajani, Vice President of the European Commission in charge of Industry and Entrepreneurship, introduced the EC’s CARS 2020 Action Plan aimed at reinforcing the European automotive industry’s competitiveness and sustainability heading towards 2020. —“CARS 2020”. implement the 2020 CO 2 targets for cars and vans.
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Maritz study finds growing but still low US consumer awareness about alternative fuel technologies; knowledge gap and confusion a sales challenge for OEMs
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 7, 2011
The research also indicates that consumers have relatively low product knowledge of electric-only and electric-hybrid vehicles and see electric technology vehicles as useful for those who do limited driving. Gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles rose from 15 to 22%.
China publishes plan to boost fuel-efficient and new energy vehicles and domestic auto industry; targeting 500K PHEVs and EVs in 2015, rising to 2M by 2020
Green Car Congress
JULY 9, 2012
China’s State Council has published a plan to develop the domestic energy-saving and new energy vehicle industry, which includes battery-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and fuel cell vehicles. 2012 Chinese Auto Industry Development Report. By 2020, average passenger car fuel consumption is to drop to 5.0 L/100km (52.3
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Lexus reveals second version of LF-LC hybrid sports car concept; Advanced Lexus Hybrid Drive develops 500 hp
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 18, 2012
Lexus Australia revealed the second version of the Lexus LF-LC hybrid concpet, which made its debut at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year ( earlier post ), the new LF-LC Blue. Combined, the LF-LC Blue concept’s gasoline/electric hybrid powertrain develops 372 kW (500 hp)— the most of any Lexus hybrid.
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Will Toyota Prius Prime gain EV route planning smarts?
Baua Electric
MARCH 20, 2024
Called Predictive Efficient Drive, this feature analyzes traffic conditions and learns the driver’s behavior and regular routes to maximize use of electric mode, according to a Toyota press release on the C-HR plug-in hybrid. But as Green Car Reports found out in follow-ups with Toyota in the U.S., And in the U.S.,
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Accenture Study Finds Consumers Will Require More Than Fuel Savings From Hybrid and Electric Vehicles; Cost, Vehicle Dynamics, In-Vehicle Services
Green Car Congress
MARCH 8, 2010
According to a new Accenture study of 1,800 consumers in Germany, France, Italy, Canada and the US, while interest in hybrid and electric vehicles may be growing, consumers do not see fuel savings as the only purchasing factor and are demanding more from automakers. Just 36% of respondents cited higher fuel prices as a reason to buy.
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Must Have Car Features for College Students
Clean Fleet Report
JULY 17, 2023
Must Have Car Features for College Students Help for Picking Your Ride Wisely This article may contain affiliate links. College life for students often marks the start of newfound liberty and self-reliance, which commonly includes owning a car for the first time. Let’s examine some of these vital car features.
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A Bamboo Carbon Filter for Diesels Could Reduce Emissions
Cars That Think
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Diesel cars are a popular choice for those looking to buy a used vehicle in Asia, Europe, and elsewhere. After all, diesel cars cost less to maintain, burn less fuel, and have a longer engine life. A system for replacing filters The filters are just one part of the team’s vision for reducing auto emissions.
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Hyundai Ioniq 6 deal, affordable Honda and Toyota EVs, Civic and Elantra hybrids: The Week in Reverse
Baua Electric
JANUARY 20, 2024
This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending. Teaser for 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Stellantis provided a first look at the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV , confirming Thursday that it’s right on schedule and set to arrive this fall in the U.S., inch infotainment screen.
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Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy
Baua Electric
MARCH 17, 2024
Gen X and Millennials tend to buy more EVs than Baby Boomers, but the older generation is still in control of EV policy, a pair of recent studies show. of new vehicles purchased by Gen X in 2023 were electric. The post Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.
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The Impact of Gas Price Trends on Vehicle Choice
Clean Fleet Report
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
According to a study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory , there was a shift away from smaller, more fuel-efficient cars toward larger SUVs and trucks. When it comes to choosing a new car, most people have a long list of factors to consider. It might even make it worth shipping a more efficient car you find far away.
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Nikola turns to Delaware legislation to backup finance hydrogen pivot
Baua Electric
JULY 13, 2023
6 billion from 800 million is important to its pivot to generating hydrogen gasoline mobile vehicles and development out HYLA, its hydrogen manufacturing and distribution community. Cellcentric, a three way partnership of Volvo Crew and Daimler Truck growing hydrogen gasoline mobile generation, demonstrates the problem, Lindstrom mentioned.
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EV field falls pace wearing large so much, AAA learn about unearths
Baua Electric
JUNE 14, 2023
“Range anxiety remains a top reason consumers are hesitant to switch from gasoline-powered vehicles to EVs,” mentioned Jungle. “While this study may heighten concerns, it’s worth remembering that excess weight reduces fuel economy in gas-powered vehicles, too.”
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Electric vehicles are inflation relief
Electric Auto Association
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
EV’s may be the answer Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as gas prices continue to rise. As a result, studies continue to show that EV drivers are experiencing less transportation-related financial strain than drivers of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. gallon in April 2021 to $4.21/gallon
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This Volvo and Harris Poll Study investigates the state of EVs in America
Current EV
DECEMBER 22, 2019
Volvo Car USA has teamed up with The Harris Poll to deepen insights into the American opinion across four core themes: design, safety, technology and environment. This edition of Volvo Reports investigates the state of electric vehicles in America and the public’s changing perspective on them. Driven largely in China, the U.S.,
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Honda joins Toyota’s hydrogen engine push
Baua Electric
MAY 17, 2023
He mentioned Honda had studied the era however didn’t see it as possible for automobiles. Toyota will provide as an accessory member of the crowd, drawing on its analysis for significance in higher cars. The unused drivetrain isn’t a hydrogen gasoline cellular era that generates electrical energy.
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Soon an Electric Vehicle Will Cost Less Than An IC Engine Vehicle !!!
Get Electric Vehicle
MAY 29, 2021
One of the main reasons which limit the mass adaption of electric cars or EVs is its price difference in comparison with its IC engine counterpart. At present, an electric vehicle costs 30% more than an IC engine-powered vehicle with similar specifications. Rays of Hope. Dedicated Manufacturing Plants and Methods.
EPA proposes leaving light-duty vehicle GHG standards for MY 2022-2025 unchanged
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 30, 2016
Cars and light trucks are the largest source of GHG emissions in the US transportation sector. This will enable long-term planning in the auto industry, while also benefiting consumers and the environment. This finding is also consistent with the conclusions the National Academy of Sciences found in a comprehensive 2015 study.
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Massachusetts sets state GHG emissions limit for 2020 at 25% below 1990 levels, releases plan with additional measures, including Pay As You Drive auto insurance
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 30, 2010
Included among these is a pilot program for Pay As You Drive auto insurance, intended to incent reduction in vehicle miles travelled (VMT). New policies outlined in the report include: Clean Car Consumer Incentives. EEA and MassDOT will conduct a study to examine critical implementation challenges and possible. GHG) models.
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244 Geely invests in Carbon Recycling Intl.; vehicles fueled by methanol from CO2, water and renewable energy
Green Car Congress
JULY 8, 2015
Geely Auto has invested significant resources in the development and promotion of methanol-fueled engines and vehicles over a long period and has already made progress with this technology in China. Geely’s Englon SC7 sedan was the first methanol-fueled car to receive approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
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Center for Automotive Research calls long-run economic risk to auto industry of mandating permanent fuel economy standards very serious; recommends periodic reviews
Green Car Congress
JUNE 14, 2011
Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). Source: CAR. The CAR report, the US Automotive Market and Industry in 2025 , relies on technology and market forecast data from the National Research Council (NRC) and J.D. The 2010 NRC study, conducted under contract to.
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Honda CEO: Solid-state batteries may enable affordable small EV by 2030
Baua Electric
JANUARY 15, 2024
Honda built its original reputation around affordable small cars like its Civic. Yet decades on, segueing into an era of EVs, it has no battery-electric equivalent to the Civic. It might take a technology breakthrough, like solid-state battery tech, before Honda sees a small, affordable car as making sense—late in the decade.
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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money
Baua Electric
JANUARY 20, 2024
To accomplish this goal, while other technologies have emerged, EVs (electric vehicles) and hybrids have become the most well-known and broadly accepted, particularly in India. The Indian government presently levies a 43 per cent tax on hybrids and a 5 per cent tax on electric vehicles. Maruti Suzuki officials have a similar outlook.
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Union employees call foul over protection at GM’s Ultium battery plant
Baua Electric
JULY 7, 2023
and Stellantis, however the ones pacts don’t follow to their more moderen, electric-battery crops — like Ultium — as a result of they’re normally joint ventures involving out of doors companions. The union is also studying concerning the EV trade because it forges offer. The union already has exertions words with GM, Ford Motor Co.
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Jeep Renegade 4xe, Compass 4xe PHEV order books open in Europe
Green Car Congress
JULY 23, 2020
Both Jeep Renegade 4xe and Compass 4xe integrate two electric motors and an 11.4 liter turbo gasoline engine and six-speed automatic transmission. After studying various crankcase designs, FCA engineers chose a bedplate architecture to offer the best balance of weight, structural performance, noise, and vibrations.
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