Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

GM works to create an ultra-fast charging system for the Chevrolet Bolt EV. We explain how readers can make themselves heard about the EPA's proposed freeze in fuel economy standards. We take a broader look at the 2019 Honda Insight. And will electric cars displace hybrid vehicles? The 2019 Honda Insight.

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Honda Insight Fuel Economy Insight 2019 71

Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2014

Chevrolet Volt owners have accumulated more than half a billion all-electric miles since the vehicle’s launch in 2010. Volt owners who charge regularly typically drive more than 970 miles between fill-ups and visit the gas station less than once a month. Volt owners are doing more than 63% of their overall driving in EV mode.

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Volt Chevrolet Miles Idaho 285

Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2013

The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV ( earlier post ) now carries a combined city/highway EPA-estimated range of 82 miles when fully charged and an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent (28 kWh/100 miles), making it one of the most fuel-efficient EVs assessed by the EPA.

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EPA Chevrolet Miles i-MiEV 236

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2011

improvement in fuel economy in the Chevrolet Cruze. This allows the alternator to focus the power on the vehicle’s electrical loads and avoid charging the battery with current it doesn’t need. With the engine running more efficiently, fuel economy is improved. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Volt 210

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JANUARY 22, 2015

Chevrolet will start selling the Spark EV in Maryland this spring, the electric mini-car’s first entry into the East Coast market. The Spark EV delivers an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent and 82 miles of EPA-estimated combined city/highway range.

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Maryland Chevrolet Baltimore Tax Credit 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2016

UPS announced an update to 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric delivery trucks that improve fuel economy as part of the company’s broader Rolling Laboratory approach. 4-cylinder engine; charging capability remains the same, as does the electric range. The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however.

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fuel 150

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APRIL 14, 2015

Chevrolet has lowered the price on the Spark EV 1LT to a new manufacturer’s suggested retail price starting at $25,995, down from $26,820. Additional Chevrolet bonus cash is also available: $1,000 in California, $1,200 in Maryland, and $3,500 in Oregon. A 120V charge cord set comes standard.

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Chevrolet Maryland Tax Credit Price 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. The Cruze Eco carries an MSRP of US$18,895 (including destination charge). That means engine rpm is reduced on the highway, which in turn reduces fuel consumption.

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MPG EPA Chevrolet Altima Hybrid 247

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2021

With the Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy duty pickup models added to its hybrid product line, XL Fleet now electrifies four of the US’ top-selling pickup brands, including Ford F-series, Chevrolet Silverado, Ram and GMC Sierra trucks. The XLH hybrid electric drive system is now available for select Ram 2500 / 3500 models with the 6.4L

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Fleet Isuzu Hybrid GMC 243

Green Car Congress

APRIL 20, 2011

Chevrolet Malibu ECO PowerFlow screen. Chevrolet has introduced the 2013 Malibu ECO, its most fuel-efficient midsize sedan yet. kWh, 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through: Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery.

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Chevrolet 2013 Lithium Ion Fuel Economy 286

Green Cars News

APRIL 25, 2013

Chevrolet may just have “sparked” interest in its latest electric vehicle: by revealing a combined fuel economy rating of 119mpge.

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Fuel Economy Chevrolet Economy Fuel 51

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2015

Drive cycle fuel economy for PFI, CDC, and multi-mode RCCI operation. Among their findings were that multi-mode RCCI has the potential to offer greater than 15% fuel economy improvement over a 2009 gasoline PFI baseline over many light-duty driving cycles, despite the lack of complete drive cycle coverage for RCCI mode.

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Fuel Economy Economy Light Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

At 32 mpg, the 2010 Equinox will offer best-in-segment highway fuel economy and have a highway driving range of up to 600 miles. GM’s biggest competitors in this segment and their 2009 EPA fuel economy estimates are the Honda CR-V (20/27) and the Toyota RAV-4 (22/28). I-4 VVT DI (LAF) for Chevrolet Equinox.

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Fuel Economy 2010 MPG Chevrolet 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 18, 2016

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 Development was guided by four main objectives: Increased fuel efficiency under US EPA 5 cycle fuel economy test conditions. Click to enlarge.

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Malibu Hybrid 2016 Chevrolet Design 150

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APRIL 1, 2015

Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Malibu—the ninth generation of the midsize sedan which made its debut in 1964. The Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 The 2016 Malibu is also longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency.

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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

Chevrolet is entering the US and Canadian diesel car markets this summer with a 2.0L Final fuel economy ratings and power specs will be released closer to the on-sale date. Chevrolet has had a lot of success globally with the diesel engines. Intercooling system produces a cooler, denser air charge for greater power.

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Chevrolet Diesel Clean Cleaning 239

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 4, 2016

Chevrolet has sold 100,000 Volts in the US since the plug-in’s introduction. Since sales of the Chevrolet Volt began, owners have driven almost 1.5 Based on an average new car fuel economy of 25.3 mpg, Volt drivers have saved nearly 58 million gallons of fuel. billion miles in EV mode of a total 2.5

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Volt Miles All-Electric Chevrolet 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 14, 2012

a company that has developed a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1-3 commercial fleet use ( earlier post ), will display a Chevrolet Express 2500 cargo van fitted with the company’s hybrid technology at the 2012 Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Energy Conference Energy Showcase on 16 March.

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MIT Chevrolet Hybrid Energy 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2013

Chevrolet Sales Thailand introduced the new-generation MY14 Duramax four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine in 2.5- The new EGR system decreases NO x emissions by reducing charge temperature and reducing excess levels of O 2 in the combustion chamber. The second generation engine offers better fuel economy, performance and lower emissions.

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Diesel Engine Chevrolet Global 334

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FEBRUARY 13, 2017

liters/100 km)—the highest highway fuel economy of any non-hybrid/non-EV in the US. A suite of connectivity features includes available OnStar with 4G LTE connectivity and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot and available Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility through Chevrolet MyLink. l/100 km), resulting in 37 mpg (6.35

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MPG EPA 2017 Diesel 170

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FEBRUARY 11, 2019

AAA conducted primary research to understand the effects of ambient temperature on the range and equivalent fuel economy of five battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sold throughout the United States: the BMW i3, Chevrolet Bolt, Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S 75D and the Volkswagen e-Golf.

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Range Fuel Economy Economy Green Cars 220

The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

In its current guise since 2016, the ninth-gen Chevrolet Malibu is no spring chicken; the rumor is an all-new model will arrive in 2025. Add the destination charge, subtract GM Cash, and we arrive at $28,990. Let’s hop in and journey east, through the Appalachian Plateau. While that’s not bad, it’s not stunning either.

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Chevrolet GM Yukon Miles 80

Green Car Reports

APRIL 6, 2017

When the first Chevrolet Cruze Diesel was launched back in 2014, it made a lot of sense. German manufacturers were pushing diesel power in a huge way, with Volkswagen's "Clean Diesel" leading the charge. Diesel was in vogue. Oh, how things have changed.

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Chevrolet Diesel 2017 2014 101

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2011

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. The 2013 Malibu Eco is the first Chevrolet vehicle to feature eAssist, GM’s light electrification system already introduced in the Buick lineup.

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Chevrolet MPG 2012 Sale 225

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

Chevrolet displayed the all-new subcompact 2012 Sonic—called the Aveo in other parts of the world ( earlier post )— at the North American International Auto Show. turbo engine rated at 138 hp (103 kW)—the same engine used in the Chevrolet Cruze in a smaller, lighter package. The fuel economy ratings are still TBD.

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Chevrolet 2012 Detroit Auto 210

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 19, 2023

News: Corvette Adds Electric Power to Boost Performance Hybrid E-Ray Is a 70 th Birthday Present & Future Direction Indicator The 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is something old and something new for the brand. When it arrives later this year, the 2024 Chevrolet eAWD Corvette E-Ray will be as pricey as it is fast.

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Power Powered Chevrolet MPG 83

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued its fuel economy ratings and accompanying fuel economy label for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. The new fuel economy label for the 2011 Volt. gallons per 100 miles). gallons per 100 miles). Click to enlarge.

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MPG Volt Gas-Electric EPA 240

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

However, they also noted, high PTW efficiencies and the moderate fuel economies of current compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs) make them a viable option as well. The study investigated the the WTW energy and emissions from the use of natural gas in CNGVs with a range of CNGV fuel economy and natural gas compressor efficiency.

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Gas-Electric Gas Fuel Economy PHEV 345

Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2017

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox SUV has dropped nearly 400 pounds (181 kg)—approximately 10% of its mass—compared to its predecessor. Fuel economy. Lower weight makes a difference in fuel economy, and the 2018 Equinox delivers EPA ratings of 32 mpg and 29 mpg highway, respectively, for the standard 1.5L

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2018 MPG Fuel Economy Dealers 170

Teslarati

JANUARY 30, 2024

It’s not clear yet at this point which segments are expected to get hybrids, and the statements come ahead of GM’s plans to launch six new EVs this year across the Chevrolet, Cadillac, and GMC brands. “Let me be clear: GM remains committed to eliminating tailpipe emissions from our light-duty vehicles by 2035. .

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Plugin GM Hybrid Market 93

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2016

earlier post ) The fuel economy improvement on the EPA UDDS drive cycle also includes a more than 50% reduction in NO x emissions. Our XL3 Hybrid System is especially effective for fleets to reduce fuel consumption in metropolitan driving environments and vehicles in stop-and-go traffic.

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Ford Hybrid MPG EPA 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 4, 2011

The Escape will be Ford’s first SUV to be available with two fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines, delivering class-leading fuel economy and performance. It is expected to deliver greater highway fuel economy than the current Escape Hybrid, which is EPA-rated at 31 mpg. liter EcoBoost engines ( earlier post ) and a 2.5-liter

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Escape Ford Hybrid Fuel Economy 199

Green Car Congress

MARCH 12, 2021

In the next NEXTCAR phase, UC Berkeley will adapt and expand its eco-route, eco-drive, and eco-charge controls to leverage connectivity and SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Level 4 (L4) automation to generate additional fuel efficiency benefits in electrified vehicles including EVs and PHEVs.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

This means that when you are towing up a grade, it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. These numbers are a bit lower than competitor trucks, but the trade-off is better fuel economy in exchange for less payload and towing. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter Duramax turbodiesel is.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. While fuel economy may be less if your driving keeps you on city streets with frequent starts and stops, it is good to know when on the open road and at a consistent speed, mid-to-high-thirties are possible.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The Malibu turbo has an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 21 city (11.2 This enables higher boost for greater power and fuel efficiency. An intake charge cooler enhances the power-increasing benefits of the turbocharging system. New Ecotec 2.0L

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2013 Oil-Sands Chevrolet Sodium 236

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 city/24 highway/21 combined. To aid in fuel economy the Palisade has a start-stop feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop and restarts automatically. Base prices, before options but including the $1,185 freight charge, range from $33,860 to $49,085.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105