article thumbnail

2015 Ram ProMaster City compact van EPA-rated at 24 mpg combined

Green Car Congress

l/100 km, respectively)—matching the EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect (2WD) powered by a 2.5L, four-cylinder engine. Compact Van Fuel Economy (mpg US). 2015 Ford Transit Connect (2.5L). 2015 Ford Transit Connect (1.6L 2015 Ram ProMaster City. 2015 Nissan NV200.

MPG 210
article thumbnail

DOE announces $139M in funding for 55 projects to advance innovative vehicle technologies

Green Car Congress

Support mobility technologies such as connected and automated vehicles, as well as innovations in transit. University of Maryland. Optimization and Evaluation of Energy Savings for Connected and Autonomous Off-Road Vehicles. Ducted Fuel Injection and Cooled Spray Technologies for Particulate Control in Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines.

article thumbnail

Ford offering 3 years’ complimentary public charging to C-MAX Energi customers in California and Connecticut with EV 1-2-3 Charge

Green Car Congress

Ford Motor Company will offer three years of complimentary charging to California and Maryland customers who purchase or lease a 2016 C-MAX Energi with its pilot EV 1-2-3 Charge program. EPA-rated MPGe fuel economy equivalent is 95 MPGe city, 81 MPGe highway and 88 MPGe combined. 2016 Ford C-MAX. Click to enlarge.

article thumbnail

Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

Green Car Congress

Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. Next-Generation Blue Link Connected Car System. The heart of the 2018 Sonata Hybrid is a 2.0-liter Remote Lock/Unlock.

Plug-in 218
article thumbnail

Local Motors debuts first self-driving vehicle using IBM Watson Internet of Things for Automotive

Green Car Congress

Average fuel economy is 3.48 As part of Olli’s debut, Local Motors officially opened its new National Harbor facility in Maryland today to serve as a public place where co-creation can flourish and vehicle technologies can rapidly advance. Maximum speed is 20 km/h (12 mph). km/kWh (2.16

Motor 150
article thumbnail

Kia Motors America expands Soul EV availability to four additional states; 10 total

Green Car Congress

Following the launch of the Soul EV ( earlier post ) late last year in California, along with sales beginning in Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii earlier this year, Kia Motors America (KMA) is expanding availability of its fully charged urban runabout into four new states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland.

Kia 150
article thumbnail

Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota BZ4X EV

Clean Fleet Report

It joins the line-up of cars and SUVs powered by hybrid, plug-in hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell technology that have made Toyota the world leader in electrified vehicles. Narrow LED tail lights, with a connecting light strip, take-up little space, revealing a modern design. A full country roll-out is planned for late 2022.

Toyota 98