Green Car Reports

JULY 28, 2021

But all of those things fall to the wayside if the fuel economy don’t measure up to this model’s EPA ratings of up to 38 mpg.

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Tucson MPG Hyundai Hybrid 191

The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

I get it – sound deadening equals fuel-economy killing weight. Fuel economy is listed at 52 mpg across the board for city/highway/combined. Either way, good numbers though real-world fuel economy often falls short of the EPA rating, as it did here. And there are worse offenders out there.

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Prius Toyota Fuel Economy Las Vegas 96

Green Car Congress

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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EPA Standards Emissions Light 199

Green Car Congress

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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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 3, 2019

With the first factory-produced full-size electric pickup trucks still under development, the most fuel-efficient full-size pickups on sale from an automaker are powered by diesel fuel. Although official EPA numbers remain pending as we write this, the diesel is expected.

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Fuel Economy Fuel Chrysler 2020 97

Green Car Congress

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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EPA Standards Light Gas 150

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 16, 2023

.& It only stands to reason that the largest vehicles in a lineup, those vehicles for which fuel economy has never been the sole focus, should be among the last to see battery power. Sadly, dipping into the throttle does send the fuel economy reading south, as the 20 mpg combined estimate might be a bit optimistic.

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Prius Toyota Tundra Fuel Economy 79

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2016

On 30 November, EPA proposed leaving the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for those model years in place, based on its technical analysis that shows automakers are well positioned to meet the targets, and proposed a 30-day comment period. l/100 km), if achieved exclusively through fuel economy improvements.

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EPA Standards Global Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

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. A Federal Quadrennial Energy Review. Earlier post.).

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Obama Cleaner Climate Fuel Economy 249

Green Car Reports

MAY 30, 2018

The EPA watchdog says overturning fuel-economy regulations requires a review. BMW says it will be first to lease a wireless inductive charging system in the U.S. Edmunds' Tesla Model 3 is still brought down by various electrical problems.

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EPA BMW Fuel Economy Charging 64

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

million contract by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide testing and analytical services related to vehicle emissions and fuel consumption. New testing guidance from EPA. EPA has previously established test procedures for both steps. Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has been awarded a five-year, $20.16-million

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EPA Emissions Fuel Fuel Economy 150

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 11, 2023

At least the promised fuel economy is on the high side – EPA numbers are 29/40/33. It can be a little noisy and thrashy when pushed, too. Overall, it could use a few more beans. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The trunk space is quite ample, too.

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Fuel Economy Automobile Affordable Cheap 85

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 29, 2023

If you’re buying the Maverick Tremor since the relatively small size promises better fuel economy over a midsized or full-sized pickup, you might reconsider your option packages. EPA ratings for a non-Tremor AWD Maverick - remember, same powertrain - are 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 24mpg combined. How significant?

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Ford MPG EPA Escape 89

Green Car Congress

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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EPA Standards Light Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

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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Standards Fuel Economy Economy Climate Change 150

The Truth About Cars

MAY 17, 2023

But in part due to some creative interpretation and exploitation of federal fuel economy regulations, the SUV and crossover revolution began. The fuel economy is surprising, too. People weren’t ostracized for hauling their families around in a compact car - even a hatchback. It’s plush, quiet, and serene.

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Lexus Fuel Economy Economy SUV 85

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

The volume seller will be the Ioniq Hybrid, a dedicated hybrid (as is the Toyota Prius) with a 58-mpg combined EPA fuel-economy rating for its base model. The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq isn't one car but three, with a unique choice of powertrains.

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2017 Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 102

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 8, 2023

Fuel economy suffers, with the 15mpg EPA combined rating seeming about right. I appreciate that the trailer brake controller falls readily to hand immediately behind the shifter because when you need it you need it NOW rather than pawing all over the dashboard while trying to manage trailer sway.

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Sierra GMC Personal Fuel Economy 84

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

The value for GHG emission credits is not set or controlled by EPA; it is determined by the market of automakers that buy and sell these credits.). The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Justice announced the historic settlement which will resolve alleged Clean Air Act violations based on the sale of close to 1.2

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Kia Hyundai Emissions Fuel Economy 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

The ICCT team—John German and Aaron Isenstadt—concluded that diesels have and will retain two significant advantages over gasoline engines: significantly better fuel economy and cargo hauling and towing ability. Meeting the 2025 standard will require an average improvement in fuel economy of about 4.1%

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

A new report from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) reviews the major advantages and disadvantages associated with battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). Among their findings: A note on fuel pricing and cost per mile. kWh (EPA is now using $0.13

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San Diego Fuel District of Columbia Batteries 150

The Truth About Cars

JULY 11, 2023

Realistically, fuel economy isn’t really changed either - both the old V6 and the new turbo four manage around 24 mpg in mixed driving as rated by the EPA.& Towing capacity is unchanged at 5,000 pounds. & So you get a bit of extra scoot off the line for metered on-ramps or tight merges with the newest four-cylinder.

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Highlander Toyota Minivan MPG 57

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 24, 2023

EPA fuel-economy numbers are listed at 42 mpg city/41 mpg highway/41 mpg combined for the base powertrain and 29/32/30. Toyota's Safety Sense 3.0 suite of advanced driver-assistance systems is standard.

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Toyota Chicago MPG Price 95

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

Under the Congressional Review Act of 1996 (CRA), Congress has 60 legislative days to review a major rule under expedited legislative procedures and consider a resolution to disapprove of the rulemaking. Executive branch agencies, like EPA, carry out the laws passed by Congress. But, that is exactly what EPA has proposed to do.

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EPA Congress Climate Change Automobile Manufacturer 191

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Go to your local Kia dealer and see for yourself.

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Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid 91

Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2009

The US Environmental Agency (EPA) has granted California’s waiver request enabling the state to enforce its greenhouse gas emissions standards (Pavley I) for new motor vehicles, beginning with the current model year. California requested from EPA the waiver required for implementation of the Pavley regulations in December 2005.

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EPA Grant California Rhode Island 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

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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Camry Hybrid 2013 Toyota Fuel Economy 278

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The National Academies have released a third review of the 21 st Century Truck Partnership (21CTP); the review follows the Phase 1 and Phase 2 reviews by the National Research Council in 2008 and 2012 ( earlier post ) and assesses the progress the partnership has made. In terms of fuel economy, the truck achieved 10.7

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MPG Miles 2009 Fuel 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

The second generation 2023 Kia Niro is offered in three models–the all-electric Niro EV, the Niro plug-in hybrid, and the one reviewed here, the Niro hybrid. 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.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 89

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Clean Fleet Report will have detailed reviews of the Sportage gasoline, hybrid and eventually the plug-in hybrid in the coming months. 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).

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 4, 2016

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said it would maintain current Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for 2022 to 2025. CAFE standards are up for a midterm review, and auto-industry lobbyists spent. This week, the U.S.

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Fuel Economy Auto Industry EPA Corporation 60

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kia also has all-new 2023 versions of the Niro EV and Niro PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report will be reviewing separately, so make sure to sign-up for the newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. Story by John Faulkner.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 92

The Truth About Cars

JULY 24, 2023

inch Torsen rear differential, 19-inch wheels, summer tires, performance brake linings for the Brembo brakes, the drift brake, heavy-duty front springs, sport tuning for the chassis and electronic systems like EPAS, ABS, and stability control, and a larger rear sway bar. Enthusiasts will want the Performance Package that includes a 3.55-inch

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Cheap Ford Exhaust Available 90

Green Car Reports

JUNE 6, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: A guide to Tesla Model S software updates since 2012, a review of the 2014 BMW 328d xDrive Sport Wagon, and why the EPA''s carbon limits could cost $7 per car. We investigate the fuel economy of diesel SUVs and crossovers. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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2014 BMW Carbon Fuel Economy 108

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Source of data: US EPA (2019). EPA is targeting implementation in the 2027 timeframe while CARB is focusing efforts on phasing in more stringent standards in 2024 and again in 2027 with the hope of aligning with EPA as a national standard. Chart: MECA. —MECA Executive Director, Rasto Brezny.

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Emissions Diesel Engine 2010 291

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

Excellent fuel economy, nice styling, low price and an excellent warranty. This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. Kia’s iVT is a continuously variable transmission with intelligence that adapts shifts for improved performance and fuel economy.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 72

Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2013

Review of ethanol properties. In their paper, Robert Stein from AVL and James Anderson and Tim Wallington from Ford begin by reviewing properties of ethanol and gasoline blends. In their paper, Robert Stein from AVL and James Anderson and Tim Wallington from Ford begin by reviewing properties of ethanol and gasoline blends.

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