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XL Fleet partners with NFI’s ARBOC to offer hybrid electric bus option

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one of the world’s leading independent global bus manufacturers, have announced a partnership to electrify ARBOC Freedom low floor buses with the XL Hybrid (XLH) electric propulsion system. ARBOC has sold 39 vehicles with the XL Hybrid system installed thus far in 2021. XL Fleet Corp. Through the partnership, 24 ft.

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Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy Numbers Confirmed by Canadian Ratings Agency

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The all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma is starting to land on dealers’ lots, but the EPA hasn’t released fuel economy figures for the truck. The available hybrid powertrain steps up to 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. Image: Toyota] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid offers up to 52 mpg combined; Solar Roof System

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At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. The Sonata Hybrid is equipped with a Smartstream G2.0

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Ford lowers fuel economy ratings for hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and Fiestas; goodwill payments to buyers coming

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Ford Motor Company is lowering the fuel economy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. The MKZ hybrid, however, was hit with a 15.6% The MKZ hybrid, however, was hit with a 15.6% No other label adjustments are planned. Click to enlarge.

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GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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GM will introduce a strong hybrid version of the next-generation Malibu. Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Lithium-Ion Battery System, 1.8L An 80-cell, 1.5

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CARB launches $25M pilot program to help small trucking fleets transition to zero-emission technologies

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The pilot is within the larger Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). Dealers and their financing partners, leasing and rental companies, or truck-as-a-service providers can serve as providers. Small fleets will work with a CARB- and HVIP-administrator-approved provider to request a voucher.

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Chevrolet to offer small number of 2016 Silverados pickups with e-Assist mild-hybrid technology; 13% better city cycle fuel economy

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Chevrolet will offer a small number—initially approximately 500 through California dealers—MY 2016 Silverado pickup trucks equipped with eAssist mild-hybrid technology. Silverado already leads the full-size truck segment in V8 fuel economy. These features deliver a 13% improvement in city fuel economy, based on EPA estimates.

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