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MARCH 15, 2013

Adjusted CO 2 emissions and adjusted fuel economy, MY 1975-2011. Source: EPA. Data for MY 2011 are final; data for MY 2012 are preliminary and based on projected vehicle production values provided to EPA by manufacturers. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge. l/100 km), both slightly worse relative to MY 2010.

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MARCH 22, 2017

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 The resulting trajectory would reduce CO 2 emissions by half and increase fuel economy by more than 60% from 2016 through 2030.

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MARCH 24, 2016

Autonomous vehicle driving behavior can have a considerable effect on fuel economy. However, the study also showed that autonomous vehicle (AV) technology following algorithms designed without considering efficiency can degrade fuel economy by up to 3%. —Mersky and Samaras (2016).

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APRIL 17, 2021

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its 28 th annual Inventory of US Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks (GHG Inventory), which presents a national-level overview of annual greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 to 2019. and CO 2 emissions from fossil fuel combustion up 2.6% Source: EPA. Source; EPA.

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MARCH 18, 2020

The first Elantra Hybrid to be brought to market offers more than an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined cycle. MPI Atkinson Cycle engine that also has a focus on fuel economy. This allows for improved fuel economy at higher gear ratios and improved performance at lower ratios.

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MARCH 28, 2013

The three-row SUV is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission that improves fuel economy up to 9% (for the V-6 model) as well as a range of other enhancements. EPA fuel economy estimates are not yet available. The 2014 Dodge Durango features a new Eco Mode that contributes to its improved fuel economy.

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APRIL 14, 2020

The 2020 edition of US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) comprehensive annual report on nationwide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions shows that emissions increased from 2017 to 2018 by 3.1% (after accounting for sequestration from the land sector). Source: EPA. >.

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

Combined with the CR-V’s more aerodynamic body, the new turbocharged engine will garner the highest EPA fuel economy ratings in the compact SUV class, Honda claimed. Detailed specifications, including EPA ratings, will be provided closer to launch. CR-V LX trims will be powered by a 2.4-liter

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 5, 2024

Photo credit: Roman Vyshnikov / Shutterstock.com In the latest EPA Automotive Trends Report , Hyundai has emerged as a leading figure in eco-friendly automotive technology. The company is only second to Tesla in achieving the highest fuel economy and the lowest CO2 emissions amongst major automakers.

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MARCH 25, 2015

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 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fuel economy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5

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APRIL 2, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt announced the completion of the Midterm Evaluation (MTE) process for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for cars and light trucks for model years 2022-2025, and his final determination that the current standards are not appropriate and should be revised.

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APRIL 20, 2022

In addition, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released its proposed rule to lower NO x emissions levels for commercial vehicles across the entire United States. Option 1 from EPA is similar in many respects to the CARB regulation. —Kent Johnson, Principal Investigator, Emissions and Fuels Research, UCR.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2010

EPA projects that the hybrid share of new vehicle sales will increase to 4.3% EPA projects a small improvement in 2010, based on pre-model year sales estimates provided by automakers, to 395 grams of CO 2 per mile and 22.5 As part of its 2010 estimates, EPA is projecting an increase in hybrid share to 4.3%, up from 2.3%

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APRIL 15, 2019

lower in 2017 than the prior year (after accounting for sequestration from the land sector), and power sector emissions fell 4.2%, according to the 2019 edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual report on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Year-over-year, US greenhouse gas emissions were 0.5%

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APRIL 27, 2021

The purpose of this Notice of Reconsideration is to seek comment on a number of issues in the 2019 SAFE-1 action including: Whether it was proper for EPA to reconsider a previously issued CAA waiver. Whether EPA’s action to withdraw California’s waiver in consideration of EPCA preemption was appropriate. Earlier post.). Background.

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OCTOBER 21, 2021

EPA fuel economy numbers for the upcoming 2022 Maverick Hybrid pickup are shaping up to be even better than Ford had previously expected.

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

liter V6 engine in the Ford 2011 F-150 full-size pickup (earlier post) is projected to deliver best-in-class 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. liter V8 is projected to deliver 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. The all-new 3.7-liter liter V6, 5.0-liter

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JANUARY 13, 2017

In an expected ruling, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy finalized her decision to maintain the current greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for model years 2022-2025 cars and light trucks. mpg-e (if all reductions were achieved exclusively through fuel economy improvements). Earlier post.)

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JUNE 15, 2011

turbo and six-speed automatic transmission will deliver 2 mpg better fuel economy. Cruze Eco with the standard six-speed manual transmission remains the most fuel-efficient gasoline-powered/non-hybrid vehicle in the US, with an EPA-rated 42 mpg (5.6 For 2012, Chevrolet Cruze models with the 1.4L The most popular 1.4L

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MARCH 15, 2017

EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.) Background.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2017

The Auto Alliance has sent a letter to EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt requesting that the US Environmental Protection Agency withdraw the Final Determination on the Appropriateness of the Model Year 2022-2025 Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards under the Midterm Evaluation which EPA announced on 13 January 2017.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to begin developing new standards for greenhouse gases and fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years. Earlier post.).

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JUNE 14, 2011

Based on the results of the study, CAR believes the economic risk to the auto industry connected to mandating permanent fuel economy standards in the long run is “ very serious ” The group recommends periodic review to assess the rate of technology development and cost reduction of advanced technologies leading up to 2025.

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OCTOBER 25, 2022

The EPA confirmed to Teslarati that the Semi has been assessed by the agency and granted a Certificate of Conformity to enter the stream of commerce, something Tesla had not gained from the agency in previous years after announcing imminent deliveries in 2020 and 2021. What the EPA Certification means for the Semi.

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APRIL 3, 2013

Having approval for such a high octane certification fuel would, the EPA proposed in the Tier 3 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: help manufacturers that wish to raise compression ratios to improve vehicle efficiency, as a step toward complying with the 2017 and later light-duty greenhouse gas and CAFE standards (2017 LD GHG).

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APRIL 13, 2022

Coming to dealerships this spring with an EPA-estimated range rating of up to 252 miles (for XLE front-wheel drive models, based on EPA’s testing procedure standards), the 2023 Toyota bZ4X will have a starting MSRP of $42,000. The XLE FWD model has an EPA-estimated range rating of up to 252 miles. seconds for FWD and 6.5

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JUNE 25, 2013

Among the transportation-related elements of US President Barack Obama’s new climate action plan, which he is outlining today in a speech at Georgetown University, is the development of new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018. Earlier post.). of greenhouse gas emissions to 3% by 2020.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

But fuel economy hasn’t changed much. EPA city and highway fuel economy numbers changed quite a bit for the Blue model. A non-hybrid 2024 Elantra is $4,775 cheaper, compared to $3,600 before. All Elantra models get revised styling for 2024, while Elantra Hybrid models get a larger infotainment screen as well.

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APRIL 16, 2015

Source: EPA. over the prior year, according to the EPA’s newly published Inventory of US Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990–2013. Source: EPA. in 2013, representing 33% of CO 2 emissions, 21% of CH 4 emissions, and 45% of N 2 O emissions from fossil fuel combustion, respectively. Click to enlarge. MMT CO 2 Eq.)

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OCTOBER 22, 2018

If you have a strong position regarding the EPA's proposal to freeze fuel economy standards at 2020 levels through 2026, speak out. Tomorrow is the deadline for making public comments that are part of the legal record.

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JANUARY 14, 2016

Alphabet Energy has shipped PowerCard prototypes to a variety of customers, both stand-alone and as part of the larger PowerModule (which contains many PowerCards), in energy-intensive markets including, automotive, commercial trucking, oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, defense, and consumer appliances. US EPA CAFE Standards).

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FEBRUARY 7, 2020

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. Although fuel efficient, such a system also requires longer shift times to ensure smoother gear changes. N·m) of torque.

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JULY 2, 2013

Biofuel advocacy group Advanced Biofuels introduced the concept of “E30 Capable” vehicles as part of its comments to the the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) recently proposed Tier 3 motor vehicle fuel and emission rulemaking. Earlier post.). Earlier post.)

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JULY 9, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected ANSYS simulation solutions to model in-cylinder combustion to develop an advanced test engine that will demonstrate fuel-saving and emissions-reducing technologies. By using ANSYS FORTÉ, the EPA can experiment with engine design in a virtual setting. Source: ANSYS.

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JULY 26, 2017

In March, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.) Background.

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JANUARY 10, 2019

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. The software reflash does not affect average fuel economy, drivability, durability or refinement of the vehicles. Each current and former owner and lessee of these vehicles will be eligible to receive a payment averaging $2,800 as part of the plaintiff steering committee settlement.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2016

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed leaving the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for light-duty vehicle model years 2022-2025 in place, based on its technical analysis that shows automakers are well positioned to meet the targets. l/100 km), if achieved exclusively through fuel economy improvements.

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