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2013 Toyota Avalon loses 50 kg compared to predecessor; lightest-weight vehicle in the premium mid-size segment

Green Car Congress

Hundreds of mass reduction ideas were tracked throughout development and periodic reviews checked status. The importance of mass reduction as a means of improving fuel economy, vehicle dynamics and enhancing the driving experience of the new Avalon was a major consideration. —Stephen Provost, Manager, Ride and Handling.

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Consumer Federation analysis of polling data and tech pricing finds consumer demands aligned with proposed MY 2017-2025 CAFE and GHG regulations for light-duty vehicles

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A new analysis from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) of consumer polling data finds that the proposed MY 2017-2025 passenger vehicle fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards to be finalized this summer ( earlier post ) align with consumer demands and needs. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2025.

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DeltaWing Road Car: 57 MPG Combined, Four Seats, No Electric Motor

Green Car Reports

The idea of an all-electric Nissan BladeGlider sports car now seems to be somewhere between delayed and defunct, but the narrow-front delta-wing shape continues to intrigue and challenge vehicle designers. Green CAFE Corporate Average Fuel Economy DeltaWing EPA Ratings Fuel Economy' Recently, an.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Sportage

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel Economy: 25 mpg city/32 highway/28 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: 23 mpg city/28 highway/25 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: Up to 42 mpg city/44 hwy/43 combined (FWD). EPA Fuel Economy: TBD, should be similar to hybrid; 32-mile all-electric range. Front-Wheel Drive (FWD).

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EPA official: the future of the internal combustion engine is bright and clear

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” Bunker spent the bulk of his presentation describing the new medium- and heavy-duty fuel economy and greenhouse gas regulations from EPA and the Department of Transportation. While many over time have grown dismissive of radical new engine ideas, remember that they have the opportunity to change the dynamic.we

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Which EVs Still Qualify for Federal Tax Credits?

The Truth About Cars

With the guidance having come in on the United States’ updated EV tax credit scheme, outlined in the so-called Inflation Reduction Act, we now have a pretty good idea of which electric vehicles still qualify. But it’s kind of a clunky interface so we’re just going to list them here for you.

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First look at all-new Voltec propulsion system for 2G Volt; “the only thing in common is a shipping cap”

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Overall the engineering team increased efficiency and reduced weight; the drive unit is up to 12% more efficient in operation—although GM has yet to quantify publicly what that means in terms of range or fuel economy—and 100 lbs (45 kg) lighter. The Voltec range extender also runs on regular unleaded fuel.

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