CMU county-level study shows plug-ins have larger or smaller lifecycle GHG than gasoline ICE depending on regional factors
Green Car Congress
APRIL 9, 2016
Past studies have shown that life cycle plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) emissions depend heavily on the assumed electricity grid mix, driving patterns (including drive cycle and distance) and climate (including ambient temperature). Chevy Volt PHEV (EREV). In cold weather the Volt consumes both gasoline and electricity in CD mode.
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