Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2017

According to the analysis, under current standards, buyers of model year 2025 vehicles would fully recoup the extra cost for technology in the vehicle in the third year of ownership under a cash-purchase scenario. Consumer benefits would be more than 3 times the costs of the standards. Fuel savings are 2.4 Fuel savings are 2.4

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Light MPG Vehicles Fuel Economy 170

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Finding Free Is the Key To Low-Cost EVing. I’m not sure why, but my news feed seems to be full of stories about how it’s often more expensive to charge an EV than one thinks, often times costing more than the gas equivalent vehicle. It looks like we’ve about halved the cost of driving by switching to plugs from pumps.

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Plug-in Plug Charging Cost Of 88

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

A new economic analysis in an issue brief from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is recommending that the Obama Administration set a fleet-wide car and light truck fuel economy standard of 60 mpg (3.92 The economic analysis shows that going to 38 mpg (6.19 L/100km) by 2025 and 74 mpg (3.18 L/100km) and 60 mpg (3.92

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MPG Standards America Fuel Economy 225

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2009

Burton Abrams and George Parsons of the University of Delaware evaluated the efficiency of the recently concluded Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program and concluded that the cost exceeds the benefit by approximately $2,000 per vehicle, or close to $1.4 Using an estimated cost of $0.71 billion in total. Abrams, Burton A. Hill, Jason, et al.

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Cash For Clunkers Delaware MPG 2009 236

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The Gen 4 model achieves 61 MPGe on certified dyno testing, compared to 13 MPG for the gasoline version. Lightning eMotors offers comprehensive leasing plans, which allow fleets to see total-cost-of-ownership savings from lower energy and maintenance costs, starting on day one of the lease.

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Batteries Battery Fuel Electric 448

Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2014

Electric school bus fleets with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities are cost-effective with today’s technology, and could save schools money while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving public health, according to a new study by a team at the University of Delaware’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment (CEOE).

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Fleet Electric Electrical Climate Change 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2010

However, eighty-three percent of respondents said they would favor the policy if a $3,000 cost were recouped in four years through savings at the pump. Were a more stringent fuel economy standard to be implemented, 63% said it was likely the cost of vehicles will increase too much. It was conducted via telephone between 8-13 September.

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Fuel Economy MPG Standards Economy 210

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2018

Based on this, we wanted the new model to look and feel like a new car, while focussing on three pillars to enhance AYGO’s DNA: re-evaluate the exterior design, make the car quieter and more fun to drive, and lower the total cost of ownership by making new AYGO even cheaper to run. mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 93 g/km. l/100 km (57.3

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MPG Engine Toyota 2018 186

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 3, 2024

The high cost of new cars is often bemoaned by consumers and keyboard warriors such as us alike. On a MPG basis, fuel economy is excellent. While the MPG numbers are great, the range stunk, presumably due to a small fuel tank. Sticker prices are high these days, no doubt. Is the Versa a good entry-level ride or a penalty box?

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Nissan MPG Fuel Economy Price 105

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. It was therefore possible to revise the amount of power necessary to drive it in order to arrive at a result that ensures running costs comparable with those of a current vehicle, without scrimping on acceleration performance.

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Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug 370

Green Cars News

JANUARY 11, 2013

The discrepancy between official fuel economy figures and real-world efficiency is costing drivers £4.45 website, suggests that on average cars only achieve 88 per cent of their official MPG figures. billion a year, new research suggests. According to the [.].

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Fuel Economy Economy Cost Of Fuel 52

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 9, 2022

Despite higher upfront costs, eco-friendly vehicles are better for not only the planet, but also your wallet. A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. Hybrids and EVs can cost you less.

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Nickel Metal Hydride Lithium Ion Cars Cost Of 85

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2012

Top speed is 65 mpg (105 km/h), and acceleration form 0-20 mph (0-32 km/h) takes 3.4 Based upon research of city/urban usage, eMO has the flexibility—with rear seats articulated—to do double-duty as a personal cargo carrier, without the mass and cost of a dedicated trunk. The 4-passenger study is equipped with an 18.4

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Detroit Low Cost Engine Personal 268

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 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 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 Previous costs of compliance have been greatly overestimated. Source: The ICCT.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 28, 2012

mpg US (5.84 The agencies project that fuel savings will far outweigh higher vehicle costs, and that the net benefits to society of the MY 2017-2025 National Program will be in the range of $326 billion to $451 billion (7 and 3% discount rates, respectively) over the lifetimes of those light duty vehicles sold in MYs 2017-2025.

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MPG 2017 EPA Miles 210

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2021

Overall efficiency increased by 20%, which typically would be at the cost of performance. mpg US), a 20% improvement. It also enabled the designers to create a more distinctive and powerful-looking car with an appealing and individual identity. seconds, and sharper response to the driver’s use of accelerator. l/100km (63.5

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Toyota Hybrid 2000 Cars 243

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

The Council selected Proterra as SJC’s battery-electric bus provider citing the company’s sustainability, performance and operational cost-savings excellence. In addition to traveler benefits, the operational cost of electricity, at $.19/mile, With a per-bus price of $759,824, Proterra beat out BYD with a per-bus price of $969,498.

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BYD 2018 International San Francisco 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2017

In addition to traveler benefits, the operational cost of electricity, at $.19/mile, Combining this with greatly improved vehicle efficiency, at 21 MPG equivalent, and reduced vehicle maintenance costs will result in a savings of about $1.8 19/mile, is substantially lower than diesel, at $.84/mile.

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Raleigh Buy Charging Grant 150

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

Two weeks ago, the EPA rated the 2012 Infiniti M35h Hybrid at 27 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, for a combined rating of 29 mpg. That makes it the only car in its class, as Infiniti proudly trumpeted, with both 350 horsepower and a highway rating of 30 mpg or more. The manufacturer's.

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Infinity MPG 2012 Hybrid 79

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. The official fuel consumption is 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US) and that is bang on for us as well. l/100 km (51 mpg US) in the summer, and 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US) in winter.

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2004 Prius Cheap 2009 409

Green Car Reports

JULY 20, 2019

What new breakthrough is expected to bring down the cost of hybrids? Which sports car company announced plans to build (in all-electric form) the most powerful production car? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending July 19, 2019.

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Lexus MPG Green Cars 2019 69

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2012

mpg US (5.87 The CFA report examines historical and current day mileage and pricing data as well as new polling data to determine what consumers want and need, whether or not the auto industry can deliver on those needs, and whether or not fuel economy improvements will be cost prohibitive. L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6

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Fuel Economy 2017 Price Economy 247

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

Diesel vehicles have had a rough time penetrating the US light-duty vehicle market, reflecting outdated negative perceptions, higher fuel prices for diesel than for gasoline, the cost of complying with stringent US emission standards, and rapidly improving gasoline engines. mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2016

At the average 2015 price of regular gasoline, the obtained fuel-consumption extremes result in a $78 difference in the annual cost of gasoline per light-duty vehicle, Sivak said. mpg (RRf at 8.1 mpg (RRf of 12.1 mpg (RRf at 9.9 Michael Sivak has found a 6.3% with a median of 10.28 and a minimum of 20.9

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). NHTSA, provided estimated incremental retail cost and performance estimates for more than 40 technologies expected to be commercially available over the next fifteen years. least-cost) technology mix for each scenario. Source: CAR.

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Fuel Economy Economy Auto Industry Standards 199

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 5, 2012

Engine coolant isn't something you often think about when considering the running costs of your car. Beyond regularly filling up the gas tank and changing the oil every so often, that other liquid doesn't really get a look in.

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Engine MPG Oil Gas 135

Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2016

Total estimated cost of maintenance for this test, incl. Average fuel economy was 15 MPGe over this testing period, 3.125-times more efficient than current KCM 40' diesel buses (4.8 This is projected to improve to 18 MPGe (3.75 x diesel) at normal loads. Proterra Altoona test results yielded 22 MPGe.) KCM’s diesel-hybrid buses average 6.3

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Maintenance MPG Diesel 2016 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

The 2018 Navigator 4x2 delivers combined EPA-rated fuel economy of 19 mpg (12.37 The Expedition 4x2 delivers combined EPA-rated fuel economy of 20 mpg (11.75 l/100 km)—17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway—outperforming the Chevy Tahoe 5.3L 4x2 by 1 mpg on each cycle. The 2018 Navigator is powered by a 3.5-liter

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Kentucky SUV Ford MPG 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2014

reduction in combined fuel economy (45 mpg down to 38 mpg), and the C-MAX and Fusion plug-in hybrids saw about a 12% decrease in charge sustaining and charge depleting fuel economy, and about a 10% decrease in all-electric range. Ford dropped the C-MAX combined rating to 43 mpg combined. Earlier post.)

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Plug-in 218

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

EcoBoost delivers 22 mpg (10.68 l/100 km) combined—1 mpg shy of RAM’s EcoDiesel—the F-150’s life-cycle environmental and economic performance “ leaves RAM and others in the dust ,” according to ASG. The Economic Performance Score assesses total cost of vehicle ownership. Although the gasoline-fueled F-150 with 2.7L

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F-150 2015 Ford Colorado 150

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

It’s October, the kids have been back in school almost a month and the nights are drawing in. In other words, the summer holidays are a distant memory.

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Cost Of MPG Emissions Fuel 32

Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2013

They also found that the total costs of ownership (TCO) of the electric and diesel trucks are similar. However, the cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speed. Brown (2013) Electric Urban Delivery Trucks: Energy Use, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Cost-Effectiveness.

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Diesel Georgia Energy Li-ion 361

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2011

100 km (26 mpg US), compared to the 13L/100km (18 mpg US) consumed by the corresponding gasoline-fueled model. At the time, diesel fuel cost less than half the normal cost of gasoline for holders of a passenger transport licence. The 260 D was powered by a 2.6-liter Click to enlarge.

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Diesel Production Mercedes MPG 199

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2010

The new design will also provide consumers with an estimate of the expected fuel cost savings over five years compared to an average gasoline-powered vehicle of the same model year. Fuel Cost: Estimated annual costs of fueling the vehicle. A sample of the second proposed label for an extended range electric vehicle.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy Fuel 297

Baua Electric

JANUARY 20, 2024

Efficiency-focused Elantra Hybrid Blue models retain the 54-mpg combined EPA rating. And a recent “study of studies” by an energy-policy advocacy organization, the ACEEE, finds that a shift to EVs will drive the cost of electricity down over the long term. inch infotainment screen.

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Affordable Honda Hyundai Toyota 96

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Electrify America’s charging network were the backbone of our trip Cost Comparison We charged 412.23 kWh over the 1,796-mile trip at an estimated retail cost of $203. The fuel costs we saw posted during our trip averaged $4 per gallon for 87 octane, which would be $276 gasoline costs, so advantage electric, but not by much.

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Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 84

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2013

However, the cost of CO 2 reduced was comparable or lower than that achieved through less cost-effective policies such as the tax subsidy for electric vehicles, the analysis concluded. Cost per job created. Cost per ton of carbon reduced. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge. miles per gallon (9.4 million, or 0.7

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Cash For Clunkers Future Stimulus 2009 306