Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2013

Within his talk about the need for a US energy policy at the IHS CERAWeek 2013 energy conference in Houston, GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson outlined some highlights of the company’s fuel economy plan through the 2016 model year. A good rule of thumb is that a 10% reduction in curb weight will reduce fuel consumption by about 6.5%.

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Fuel Economy Economy GM Gasoline 210

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 The resulting trajectory would reduce CO 2 emissions by half and increase fuel economy by more than 60% from 2016 through 2030. Lightweighting.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2012

The Global Fuel Economy Initiative ( GFEI ) ( earlier post ) launched its second three-year effort to improve vehicle fuel economy around the world at the International Transport Forum in Leipzig. That is why the GFEI is delighted to formally welcome the International Council on Clean Transportation to our partnership.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2014

In absolute terms, the new regulations would put China third behind the EU and Japan for fuel consumption and GHG regulations. A team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has provided an update on China’s proposed Phase 4 fuel consumption standard for passenger cars. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy China Economy Fuel 239

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2015

Worldwide, the vehicle fleet is not making enough progress on fuel economy and is failing to reach global targets aimed at reducing CO 2 emissions, cutting oil consumption and improving energy efficiency according to a new report from the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI) ( earlier post ) released at the Paris COP21 Climate Summit.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The electrification of commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses and fleet vehicles, is gaining significant momentum globally. According to a report by Smart Energy Decisions , there were more than one million electric vehicles (EVs) in commercial and government fleets in the United States as of 2021, up from just over 300,000 in 2019.

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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. The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however. A compact, quiet-running 650cc 2-cylinder engine replaces the previous 2.4L

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Fuel Economy Economy Engine Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2019

Vehicle fuel economy improvements have slowed globally, according to the latest report from the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI): Fuel Economy In Major Car Markets: Technology And Policy Drivers 2005-2017. Overall, global fuel economy has improved by an average of 1.7% L ge /100 km.

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Global Fuel Economy Diesel SUV 308

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2009

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has estimated that fuel consumption and emissions of CO 2 from the world’s cars will roughly double between 2000 and 2050. Worldwide, cars currently account for close to half of the transport sector’s fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. litres per 100 km).

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Global 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

Meanwhile, significant gains in vehicle fuel economy over the coming decades are possible and very much needed globally in order to address pressing issues of climate change, energy security and sustainable mobility. The global vehicle fleet is predicted to double by 2050 with 80% of that growth in the developing world.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 28, 2020

Agility Fuel Solutions (Agility), a leading global provider of clean fuel solutions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, introduced the new fifth-generation ProRail CNG fuel system. BlueiQ’s Eco Mode and Driver Feedback help drivers manage fuel economy and avoid unplanned stops.

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Fuel Peterbilt Carbon Fiber Fuel Economy 243

Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2013

Lightning Hybrids ( earlier post ) and National Fleet Hybrids have entered a partnership to sell, install and distribute Lightning’s medium-duty hydraulic hybrid retrofit systems. This partnership will provide access to the hydraulic hybrid drive system to fleets in New England and the Mid-Atlantic.

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Hybrid Fleet Massachusetts Fuel Economy 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2018

The XLH system uses regenerative braking during deceleration and electric assist during acceleration to increase fuel economy. In addition to the Careful Bus deployment, XL provides hybrid electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicle systems to municipal fleets across the US.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

EV Fleets Will Change the Face of Trucking Forever. The industry will never be the same once EV fleets are adopted. While it may seem like they are among the nation’s top polluters, trucking companies have a bottom-line reason to reduce fuel consumption and have been designing innovative ways to conserve gas for decades.

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Fleet Gas-Electric Pennsylvania Commercial 52

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Developed by Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) and Parker Hannifin Corporation ( earlier post ), the parcel delivery vehicles can achieve up to 35% improved fuel economy and up to 30% CO 2 emissions reduction over traditional diesel-powered vehicles that use automatic transmissions in stop-and-go applications.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2012

Propel Fuels launched the company’s first Clean Mobility Center in Fullerton, California. The Clean Mobility Centers introduce renewable fuels (E85 Flex Fuel, biodiesel blends) alongside the conventional fuels (gasoline, diesel) that drivers use today. —Air Resources Board Chairman Mary D.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. Head of the hybrid MPG class Hybrid Efficiency Efficient, but not quick The 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid running on 87 octane is the class leader in fuel economy.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 88

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kia also has all-new 2023 versions of the Niro EV and Niro PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report will be reviewing separately, so make sure to sign-up for the newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. A new dash.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

This is sad, but completely unwarranted as some of the best vehicles Clean Fleet Report reviews are sedans—and the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited is one of those. Normal and Smart will give the best fuel economy Through the touchscreen you can configure a Custom setting. The looks will reel you in. A little fin help.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 82

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Both engines, running on 91 octane premium fuel, are mated to a drive-by-wire 8-speed automatic transmission for the i-Activ all-wheel drive system that has a rear wheel bias. Mazda did not release fuel economy estimates, how fast the plug-in battery charges, or the all-electric driving range for the PHEV.

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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. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2 Very European.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 80

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

GE and Clean Energy Fuels are collaborating to expand the infrastructure for natural gas transportation in the United States. As part of the collaboration, Clean Energy Fuels will initially purchase two MicroLNG plants from GE Oil & Gas. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2013

Vehicle size, a key determinant of fuel economy, has shown a reduction in OECD countries, while the non-OECD trend is toward bigger vehicles. The analysis, an update of an earlier work using data from 2010 and 2011, found that the global average for light-duty vehicle fuel economy was 7.2 Source: GFEI. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

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. Clean Design. Clean–and stylish. The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. Room to see.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2011

ALTe, the developer of a range-extended electric powertrain used to repower light commercial vehicles, is collaborating with Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) to help validate the ALTe powertrain for the fleet industry. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has published a new paper reviewing and summarizing data on commercial vehicle sales and real-world fuel consumption for heavy-duty tractor-trailers in the three key markets of the US, China and Europe, which together account for more than 70% of HDV sales worldwide.

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Fuel Economy China Fuel Europe 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 4, 2017

The order for Wärtsilä engines, hybrid exhaust cleaning scrubber systems, and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems was booked in 2016, while the order for the Wärtsilä integrated navigation systems was booked in March 2017. The ships will be built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Clean Fleet Report. 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.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 31, 2023

As gas and diesel prices continue to spiral, improved fuel economy in your truck is becoming even more of an imperative than before. This article offers seven strategies that will enable you to improve your trucking fuel economy without negatively impacting performance. per gallon during the third week of the month.

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Gas Maintenance Fuel Economy Economy 72

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD with the 3.8-liter 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. Building a legacy.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

liter non-turbo hybrid setup that has a rear electric motor that adds an additional 100 horsepower and bumps fuel economy to an estimated 34 miles per gallon (one mpg less than the Highlander Hybrid). Clean Fleet Report has used this voice recognition system on other Toyota models with good success on its accuracy.

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Highlander Toyota Hybrid SUV 91

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2012

Communities and utilities receiving the new technology were partially funded under the Wisconsin Clean Transportation Program jointly administered through the Wisconsin State Energy Office and the US Department of Energy Wisconsin Clean Cities Program. Manufactured by DUECO, Inc. ComEd received a $1.5

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 10, 2023

Observations: 2024 Hyundai Kona Arriving this fall Clean Fleet Report anticipates the 2024 Kona to be a popular small SUV. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Rear cargo space is 25.5 cubic feet when folded flat.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2017

and will increase fuel economy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. While Verizon has upgraded some of its fleet to hybrids in the past, this is the largest commitment it has made to date and will help Verizon achieve its corporate goal of reducing its carbon intensity by 50% over the next decade.

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New York City New York Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 28, 2011

As part of that, within the next two months FedEx Express will place 24 new all-electric vehicles into service, expanding to three new cities and more than doubling its fleet to 43 all-electric vehicles while growing the diversity of suppliers it uses for electric vehicles. Different vehicles are appropriate for different routes.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

If you are looking for comfort, versatility, great looks, a very accommodating and large interior, some innovative features and surprisingly good fuel economy, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is for you. Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD Premium Luxury, powered by a 3.0-liter

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 94

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

Clean Fleet Report reviewed the former model highly. Clean Fleet Report found the 2020 Sienna to be roomy for both people and their things, but not very fuel efficient, which the all-new Sienna addresses in a big way. Smooth Power and Fuel Sipping. Smooth power and excellent fuel economy.

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