Corporation, Events and MPG

Demonstration series hydraulic hybrid transit bus yields fuel economy of 6.9 mpg, 110% better than conventional diesel, 30% better than electric hybrids

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

mpg (34 l/100km) on the industry-standard ADB duty cycle—110% better than conventional diesel buses on the road today and 30% better than the best-in-class electric hybrid buses available today, according to the final report on the project published by the US Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The series hydraulic transit bus.

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Toyota launches redesigned Auris compact hatchback in Japan

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 20, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched the completely redesigned Auris compact hatchback, a strategic compact model for both Japan and Europe. mpg US, 5.5 mpg US, ) in the JC08 test cycle). mpg US, 6.25 Click to enlarge. When combined with the high-efficiency Super CVT-i, the result is fuel efficiency of 18.2

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Japan Toyota MPG Tax

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

Test cycle fuel economy (mpg). The Highway Fuel Economy Test (HFET) and FTP-75 Test (city) cycles demonstrated fuel economy above 35 mpg (6.72 mpg (12.45 mpg (12.45 mpg city and 34.3 mpg highway. ATLAS target. ATLAS result. l/100 km) and 25.5 l/100 km), respectively. Langenderfer, D., and Ruth, M.

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Toyota launches new Crown series sedans in Japan, including new hybrid models

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 25, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) launched in Japan the redesigned Crown Royal and Crown Athlete sedans; production of a new hybrid version of the sedan will begin in late January 2013. mpg US, 4.3 Crown Royal Saloon G (Hybrid model, rear-wheel drive with options). Click to enlarge. Fuel efficiency is 23.2

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Japan Toyota Hybrid NiMH

Toyota launching redesigned Harrier (Lexus RX) in Japan; hybrid model following in January

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

Toyota Motor Corporation will launch the redesigned Harrier crossover SUV (Lexus RX in overseas markets) in Japan on 2 December, with a hybrid model scheduled for release on 15 January 2014. mpg US , 4.6 mpg US , 6.25 The hybrid model, powered by a 2.5-liter liter engine and hybrid system achieves fuel efficiency of 21.8

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Lexus Japan Toyota Hybrid

Transport Ministers endorse 2009 MPG Marathon in Coventry

Green Cars News

AUGUST 6, 2009

The new Secretary of State for Transport Lord Adonis and Transport Minister Sadiq Khan have both endorsed fuel efficiency extravaganza, the 2009 ALD Automotive/TOTAL ECO 10 MPG Marathon in Coventry on September 30 and 1st October. The event, which is supported by Act on CO2 and the Energy Saving Trust, will take place over two days.

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MPG 2009 Transportation CO2

Toyota outlines eco-car plans, battery research progress

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

Of the planned new models, one is a compact with fuel efficiency in excess of 40 km/L (94 mpg US, 2.5 TMC plans to introduce 11 models by the end of 2012, consisting of all-new models and redesigned models. L/100km) under the 10-15 Japanese test cycle. Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles.

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Toyota Battery Batteries Japan

DOE AVTA Completes 1M Miles of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Testing

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

The 1 million test miles and more than 26,000 charging events have been accumulated in on-road operations across the United States and Canada. PHEV operations often occur with minimal pre-trip charge events – “they run even if not plugged in”. million charging events. Non-charging energy use (hotel loads) may be significant.

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Plug-in Miles Plug Electric Vehicles

Mitsubishi Motors Outlander PHEV to go on sale in Japan in January

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 26, 2012

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will begin the sales of the new Outlander plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) at dealerships throughout Japan from 24 January 2013. km/l (178 mpg US, 1.5 km/l (44 mpg US, 5.4 km/l (178 mpg US, 1.5 km/l (44 mpg US, 5.4 Plug-in hybrid drive system. Click to enlarge.

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PHEV Mitsubishi i-MiEV Japan

Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 28, 2013

Toyota’s next-generation Prius will deliver significantly improved fuel economy in a more compact package that is lighter in weight and lower in cost, according to Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Managing Officer Satoshi Ogiso.

Prius

Prius Hydrogen Toyota Plug-in

Enova Delivers Hybrid Drive Systems to First Auto Works for Hybrid Buses

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2009

mpg US) and discharge 20% less emissions. Fifty buses will be running in the city during the Summer Davos event, all of which will incorporate Enova’s drive system. The Jiefang 12-meter hybrid bus can carry 103 passengers and travel at a maximum speed of 85 km/h (53 mph). The bus meets Euro III emission standards.

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Hybrid Auto Auto Industry MPG

Perspective: A View Into the New GM

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Click to enlarge.

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GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy

Hyundai begins rollout of Ioniq Hybrid, PHEV and EV; most efficient non-plug vehicle, most efficient EV in US; powertrain discussion

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). The end result for the Ioniq was an up to 58 mpg (4.05 The 58 mpg rating is for the “Blue”, entry-level trim on the hybrid. Market background. Plug-in hybrid.

Hyundai

Hyundai Plug-in Hybrid Plug

Controlled Power Technologies and Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium to unveil LC Super Hybrid at Geneva show; low-cost “micro-mild” demonstrator

Green Car Congress

MARCH 1, 2012

liters/100 km (42 mpg US) fuel consumption achieved at lower cost than an equivalent diesel model. The SR technology is licensed from Nidec Corporation of Japan, one of the world’s leading suppliers of electric motors. The event is supported by the world body for automotive engineering FISITA.

Lead Acid

Lead Acid Low Cost Hybrid Battery

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe: The legendary SUV brand’s first plug-in hybrid

Charged EVs

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

That event was meant to show that the new company, a combination of the old Fiat Chrysler Automobiles with Europe’s Peugeot Citroën, had the plans to electrify its model line that FCA conspicuously lacked. The EPA rates the 4xe at 22 miles of electric range and an unimpressive 20 mpg operating as a hybrid.

Jeep

Jeep Plug-in Plug Hybrid

Hyundai begins rollout of Ioniq Hybrid, PHEV and EV; most efficient non-plug vehicle, most efficient EV in US; powertrain discussion

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). The end result for the Ioniq was an up to 58 mpg (4.05 The 58 mpg rating is for the “Blue”, entry-level trim on the hybrid. Market background. Plug-in hybrid.

Hyundai

Hyundai Plug-in Hybrid Plug

BMW shows future drive technoliges; 2 Series PHEV prototype, direct water injection in 3-cyl. engine, and fuel cell eDrive

Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2015

During a driving event at the Miramas proving grounds in southern France, BMW presented future drive technologies, including the prototype of a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with plug-in hybrid drive. prototype at last year’s Innovation Days event. mpg US; combined CO 2 emissions: 204–194 g/km) in the standard BMW M4. Earlier post.)

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Water BMW Engine Fuel

Nissan introduces updated 2013 LEAF; US assembly in Smyrna

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2013

EPA cycle results will differ; the 2012 LEAF is estimated to achieve up to 73-mile driving range under the required EPA-derived MPG-based 2-cycle testing.). An on-board charging timer can also be programmed to start the charging event whenever desired. The batteries are designed to maximize drive time and minimize charging time.

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2013 Nissan Lithium Ion Li-ion

Plug-in cars: Moving Forward

Plugs and Cars

JUNE 4, 2009

I write a column for the Electric Auto Association newsletter, Current EVents. The plan calls for 39 mpg for cars and 30 mpg for light trucks and SUVs by 2016; no automaker lawsuits; and California subscribes to the national program through 2016. Here's my June column. The trajectory remains clear, and the pace has quickened.

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Plug-in Plug Cars Obama

Mitsubishi to Debut Concept Plug-in Hybrid and Concept Cargo Variant of the i-MiEV at Tokyo Show

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will be showing a total of 16 cars at the 41 st Tokyo Motor Show later in October, including two concept cars: the Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV plug-in hybrid and the i-MiEV CARGO. This allows the drive battery to be used as a power source in the event of a natural disaster. The PX MiEV. i-MiEV CARGO.

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i-MiEV Mitsubishi Concept Plug-in

Driving Hyundai’s electrified Ioniq line-up; cost-effective efficiency and dynamics

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid offers up to the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg / 4.05 As an example, it rpm overshoot is detected, the software notes this and adapts for the next event. —Mike O’Brien, Hyundai vice president of corporate and product planning. Earlier post.) A reduction of 5 lbs (2.27

Hyundai

Hyundai Plug-in PHEV Hybrid

The Long View from SAE 2009 World Congress

Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2009

Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) challenge. CAFE mpg US (cars / trucks). Tags: Conferences and other events Fuel Efficiency Infrastructure Personal Transit Plug-ins Policy Sustainability. Not that the intervening six and a half years will be easy to achieve. Earlier post.)]. 27.5 / 22.2. 35.7 / 28.6. ?35 8.6 / 10.6.

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Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are This is a mirror of the map at Googles RechargeIt site (including icons for YouTube videos on both PHEVs and EVs). 2006 (Denver CO) Veridian Corp. Contact LMirisola@.

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Prius Conversion Plug-in Plug

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Our PRIUS+ Project Photos PHEV Resources Global Warming Take Action News and Events Contact Us How Carmakers are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity If you ask, "have major auto-makers come around on PHEVs?", About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Carmakers Say. todays answer is "Yes -- but not yet."

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV

EV Driven

Demonstration series hydraulic hybrid transit bus yields fuel economy of 6.9 mpg, 110% better than conventional diesel, 30% better than electric hybrids

Toyota launches redesigned Auris compact hatchback in Japan

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Toyota launches new Crown series sedans in Japan, including new hybrid models

Toyota launching redesigned Harrier (Lexus RX) in Japan; hybrid model following in January

Transport Ministers endorse 2009 MPG Marathon in Coventry

Toyota outlines eco-car plans, battery research progress

DOE AVTA Completes 1M Miles of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Testing

Mitsubishi Motors Outlander PHEV to go on sale in Japan in January

Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

Enova Delivers Hybrid Drive Systems to First Auto Works for Hybrid Buses

Perspective: A View Into the New GM

Hyundai begins rollout of Ioniq Hybrid, PHEV and EV; most efficient non-plug vehicle, most efficient EV in US; powertrain discussion

Controlled Power Technologies and Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium to unveil LC Super Hybrid at Geneva show; low-cost “micro-mild” demonstrator

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe: The legendary SUV brand’s first plug-in hybrid

Hyundai begins rollout of Ioniq Hybrid, PHEV and EV; most efficient non-plug vehicle, most efficient EV in US; powertrain discussion

BMW shows future drive technoliges; 2 Series PHEV prototype, direct water injection in 3-cyl. engine, and fuel cell eDrive

Nissan introduces updated 2013 LEAF; US assembly in Smyrna

Plug-in cars: Moving Forward

Mitsubishi to Debut Concept Plug-in Hybrid and Concept Cargo Variant of the i-MiEV at Tokyo Show

Driving Hyundai’s electrified Ioniq line-up; cost-effective efficiency and dynamics

The Long View from SAE 2009 World Congress

Where Plug-In Hybrid Conversions (mostly Priuses) Are

How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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