Green Car Congress
AUGUST 10, 2017
New analysis commissioned by Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit organization working with investors and companies, suggests that national fuel economy and emissions standards can help increase the viability and international competitiveness of domestic automakers and suppliers. The analysis, “ What’s Driving the U.S —Alan Baum.
Green Car Congress
MAY 23, 2013
Ricardo released an analysis of two years of on-the-ground testing of the Ricardo-engineered Fuel-Efficient Ground Vehicle Demonstrator (FED) showing that, when compared to the US military’s regularly outfitted M1151 HMMWV (“Humvee”), the FED experienced a 72% improvement in fuel economy. Earlier post.)
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 13, 2015
Hyundai introduced the Hybrid version of the seventh-generation Sonata at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Hyundai expects the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to improve fuel economy more than 10%. The electric motor produces 38 kW (51 horsepower) and 151 lb-ft (205 N·m) of torque.
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 19, 2017
Honda will unveil the Honda Insight Prototype at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January as the precursor to the new third-generation 2019 Honda Insight—an upscale, stylish five-passenger sedan positioned above the Civic in Honda’s passenger car lineup.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 5, 2012
Source: “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications”. The report, “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications,” evaluates the impact that meeting the proposed fuel economy/GHG standards would have on the car industry in the year 2020. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).
Green Car Congress
JANUARY 9, 2017
Toyota unveiled the eighth-generation Camry in Detroit at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Along with enhanced performance characteristics, the new engine is also expected to be extremely fuel efficient, and is anticipated to achieve best-in-class fuel economy. Driving dynamics.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 6, 2017
Improving battery power to such as level would further enable hybridization to near-HEV levels as well as engine downsizing, thereby enabling fuel economy improvements beyond the current 10-15% MHEV limit. Accessories that are typically powered via hydraulic power or the serpentine belt may be converted to electrical power.
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