Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

AAA conducted primary research to understand the effects of ambient temperature on the range and equivalent fuel economy of five battery electric vehicles (BEVs) sold throughout the United States: the BMW i3, Chevrolet Bolt, Nissan LEAF, Tesla Model S 75D and the Volkswagen e-Golf.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2010

According to Harris Interactive’s 2010 AutoTECHCAST study, conducted between 6-26 April 2010, there is currently greater demand among US vehicle owners for technologies that deliver improved fuel economy of existing gasoline-driven engines at a lower initial cost, rather than for higher-priced alternative-fueled engines.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

The electric truck is relatively more cost-effective on the NYCC and when VKT demand is higher. Cost-competitiveness of the electric truck diminishes in drive cycles with higher average speeds. One surprise among their findings was that the electric truck had cost advantages over the diesel vehicle under some conditions.

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Georgia Diesel Gas-Electric Electrical 268

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

Tax credits and gasoline prices necessary for various electric vehicles to be cost-competitive with conventional vehicles at 2011 vehicle prices. That finding takes into account both the higher purchase price of an electric vehicle and the lower fuel costs over the vehicle’s life. Source: CBO. Click to enlarge. Indirect effects.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2011

The majority of American consumers surveyed (58%) expect an electric vehicle to recharge its battery in two hours or less, and nearly one in four Americans (23%) expect a 30-minute charge time. Nonetheless, 78% of American respondents expect to pay no more than $30,000 for an electric vehicle.

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Fuel Economy Buy Global Gasoline-Electric 210

Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) Annual Energy Outlook 2012 (AEO2012) includes a High Technology Battery case that examines the potential impacts of significant breakthroughs in battery electric vehicle technology on the cost and price of all types of battery powered electric vehicles. Recharging times. Source: EIA.

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Battery Batteries Gasoline-Electric Recharge 240

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. Optimized gear ratios enabling improvement in fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2010

Cost-effectiveness of vehicle electrification using today’s assumptions. The study by Aaron Brooker, Matthew Thorton and John Rugh aimed to identify possible pathways to cost-effective vehicle electrification by evaluating a variety of scenarios and technology improvements. The EHEV pathway is the dynamic, road-charged hybrid.

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Plug-in Plug Vehicles PHEV 231

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

This subtopic solicits applications that directly or indirectly address the cost and weight reduction of PEM fuel cell stacks. All proposed projects must demonstrate potential to meet or exceed DOE’s 2020 bipolar plate technical targets as well as the cost target of $3/kW. Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carriers (LOHC).

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Drive Electric

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Fully electric vehicles run on rechargeable batteries, which power an electric motor. When the battery depletes, it is recharged using grid electricity from a wall socket or a dedicated charging station. . Fully electric vehicles can have a significant upfront cost. Despite gains in fuel economy, gas vehicle days are numbered.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 12, 2023

Undoubtedly aware of this, Volvo probably thinks it can reduce manufacturing costs while making sure the more expensive versions of the XC40 (below) and XC60 (above) remain available. Both vehicles lack personality with the meeker powertrains and adding all-wheel drive only reduced fuel-economy estimates by a single mpg on the XC60.

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Volvo Fuel Economy Gasoline-Electric MPG 105

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Since it was formed as the ALABC 25 years ago, the Consortium for Battery Innovation has ushered in innovations including start-stop batteries to help reduce CO 2 emissions and boost fuel economy. Lead batteries currently account for 75% of worldwide rechargeable battery energy storage.

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Battery Batteries Energy Storage Re-Charge 223

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2013

PowerGenix, the developer of nickel-zinc (NiZn) rechargeable batteries ( earlier post ), has signed a product evaluation contract with HELLA, a Tier 1 supplier to major automotive manufacturers worldwide. It’s inherently very safe and also promises to provide equivalent emissions reductions, but at a lower cost. Marc Nalbach of HELLA.

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Nickel Cadmium NiCd Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 230

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2014

The Odyne export power system has been tested to 18 kW and is designed for applications up to 36 kW, potentially eliminating the need for vehicle-mounted or towed independent electrical generators, or the need to continually idle the truck to operate engine driven generators, reducing operating costs.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2017

In a new study, a team from the University of Central Florida and MIT has found that the US Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards is an effective policy solution that does increase the adoption of EVs, whether it is implemented alone or in conjunction with another policy such as government incentives.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2009

L/100km), achieved a 58% increase in gas mileage, a 37% decrease in carbon dioxide tailpipe emissions, and a 10% reduction in fuel costs. When compared with a conventional gasoline-fueled vehicle that averages 22 mpg US, the plug-in hybrid achieved a 68% reduction in tailpipe emissions and a 54% reduction in overall fuel costs.

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Gasoline-Electric San Diego Gasoline PHEV 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

Among their findings: A note on fuel pricing and cost per mile. In their report, Schoettle and Sivak used a national average fuel price for electricity of $0.12/kWh as the average price), resulting in an average effective cost per mile for BEVs of $0.04. mp and a fuel price of $2.35 kWh (EPA is now using $0.13

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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 91

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2017

The Mondeo Energi will allow drivers to use battery power around town and gas for longer trips, reducing the inconvenience and costs of frequent stops at the gas station during their daily commute. It will feature an electric drive range of up to 50 kilometers (31 miles), fast torque on demand, smooth acceleration and a quiet operation.

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China Ford SUV Range 186

Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

Calculated diesel equivalent fuel economy for each phase was: 21.35 Fuel economy testing was conducted with the air conditioning system turned off. Air conditioned operations are expected to reduce fuel economy results by approximately 30%. mpg on the central business district phase, 17.55

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MPG Diesel Fuel Economy Pennsylvania 239

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

The engine works in conjunction with an electric motor and a rechargeable 17.8 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. kilowatt-hour battery. Photos by John Faulkner and Mazda. [

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Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy SUV 93

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2017

Utilized for a mass transportation application, EDI PowerDrive 6000, certified by the China government, delivered full OEM performance with more than 40% improvement in fuel economy and emissions reductions as the system was deployed in the field to perform standard bus routes in place of its conventional diesel fuel counterpart.

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Fleet China PHEV Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 18, 2013

Achieving those goals will will be difficult—but not impossible to meet—and will necessitate a combination of more efficient vehicles; the use of alternative fuels such as biofuels, electricity, and hydrogen; and strong government policies to overcome high costs and influence consumer choices. —Douglas M.

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Hydrogen Oil Plug-in Fuel Economy 244

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2009

Comparison of Fuel Consumption, Fun to Drive and System Cost of the different powertrain concepts. liter AVL Turbohybrid prototype delivered a 24% reduction in fuel consumption on the NEDC compared to the 2.0L liter AVL Turbohybrid prototype delivered a 24% reduction in fuel consumption on the NEDC compared to the 2.0L

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2013

Start-stop systems shut off engines while the vehicle is at rest and restart it instantly and automatically upon re-engaging the gas pedal and are one of the most cost-effective and efficient means of optimizing fuel economy. Lead-acid batteries, the most common battery choice, are low-cost, easily available and relatively safe.

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Lead Acid Nickel Cadmium Battery Batteries 170

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 22, 2014

As a result, the results of such analyses could have significant implications for the related HEV and PHEV ownership and warranty costs. Traditionally, maximizing fuel economy and minimizing GHG emissions are the main objectives of the control development. Further, the ability to control battery performance indices—e.g.,

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

Compared to the average new gas-powered vehicle, the Spark EV can save drivers, on average, about $83 per month in fuel costs according to EPA assessments based on 24 mpg highway for an average vehicle and 12 cents per kWh of electricity cost.

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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 86

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2017

We are extremely pleased with the evolution of our fuel cell engine development work and with the widespread implementation of demonstration programs around the globe over the past 10 years.

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Charged EVs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Large commercial trucks and other heavy equipment have run on diesel fuel for many decades now. Requirements for more aggressive emission after-treatment and the hardware to achieve that add cost and complexity for fleet operators. Rising fuel-economy standards during the 2020s will do the same. That’s about to change.

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Volvo Fleet Electrical Electric 131

Green Car Congress

JULY 5, 2012

L/100km)—higher fuel economy than the Toyota Prius v (44 mpg / 5.3 Ford has simultaneously increased hybrid efficiency and performance while reducing cost. The Li-ion battery pack is recharged when the gasoline engine is in operation. Click to enlarge. L/100km) and 44 mpg highway (5.3 L/100km city and 40 mpg / 5.9

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MPG Hybrid Ford Prius 252

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 10, 2018

The timing and exact configuration of road freight decarbonization pathways should be adjusted to the different geographies and economies of each region around the world. Technologies that improve the fuel efficiency of heavy goods vehicles are a fundamental component of decarbonizing road freight.

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Emissions CO2 Alternative Fuels Climate Change 255

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The score relates to a vehicle’s combined performance on fuel economy and greenhouse-gas emissions.

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Minivan Chrysler EPA 2017 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

General Motors is the first North American automotive OEM to integrate the Continental ultracapacitor-based voltage stabilization as part of the enhanced start-stop system, which lowers fuel costs, improves performance and reduces emissions, delivering an overall superior owner-driver experience. There are currently some 1.5

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Cadillac Standards Power Powered 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 15, 2012

GAO focused the review on rechargeable batteries and certain other energy storage technologies; it excluded non-rechargeable batteries, fuel cells, and nuclear energy storage technologies. GAO focused on fiscal years 2009 through 2012 because DOE made large investments in these technologies during these years.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. Plug-in charging can be done at your home (and can be scheduled for off-peak hours to save on electricity costs) or a public charging station.

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 82

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2012

Equipped with a quick charging function, the E-Bugster battery can be recharged within 35 minutes at suitable charging stations. This will reduce costs and simplify widespread global implementation of electric mobility, Volkswagen points out. Estimated combined fuel economy for the hybrid is 45 mpg (5.2

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