Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2013

The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV ( earlier post ) now carries a combined city/highway EPA-estimated range of 82 miles when fully charged and an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent (28 kWh/100 miles), making it one of the most fuel-efficient EVs assessed by the EPA.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2017

General Motors is expanding its portfolio of B20-capable vehicles to include cars and crossovers, and will field the industry’s most expansive lineup of diesel-powered vehicles in 2017, John Schwegman, director of commercial product and medium duty for GM Fleet, announced at the National Biodiesel Conference. GM Fleet ’s Biodiesel Options.

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Green Car Congress

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. mpg fleet-wide CAFE standards. Earlier post.). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

GM works to create an ultra-fast charging system for the Chevrolet Bolt EV. We explain how readers can make themselves heard about the EPA's proposed freeze in fuel economy standards. We take a broader look at the 2019 Honda Insight. And will electric cars displace hybrid vehicles? The 2019 Honda Insight.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. Cruze’s engineers focused on aerodynamic performance (with some improvements derivative of GM’s work with the Volt), mass optimization and powertrain enhancements.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 17, 2014

The 2015 Colorado 4x4 crew cab, which GM expects to be the most popular version of the new trucks, weighs 880 to 1,400 lbs (363 to 635 kg) less than a full-size truck. Chevrolet expects EPA fuel economy estimates for Colorado this summer. Based on current GM testing, the standard 2.5L The short-bed crew cab is 212.76

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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. Projected US sales by powertrain type in 2020.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

On 11 August, GM invited approximately 75 journalists and auto analysts to spend a day learning about the new GM. The day was split between a morning session at the GM tech center in Warren and an afternoon session at the GM proving grounds in Milford, MI. GM’s identify in the US starts with its four core brands.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

GM unveils the US production version of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze compact sedan at the LA Auto Show on 2 December. The Cruze is a GM global car; the North American version features a new Ecotec 1.4L The Cruze is a GM global car; the North American version features a new Ecotec 1.4L Electric power steering is standard.

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Chevrolet GM MPG Auto 210

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency awards regulatory credit for the improved environmental performance of the new refrigerant, which helps GM meet the overall requirements of the EPA’s new motor vehicle greenhouse gas regulations. The report was the third SAE report to evaluate the new refrigerant. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2013

When the all-new 2014 GMC Sierra full-size pickup arrives this summer, its standard 4.3L EcoTec V-6 ( earlier post ) will offer the most torque of any standard V-6 in the segment: 305 lb-ft (413 N·m). EPA fuel economy estimates will be released later. Click to enlarge. available at launch, followed by the 4.3L

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2012

Its closest competitor, the 2013 Acura ILX 2.4L, offers a peak of 170 lb-ft of torque, according to GM. GM says that the choice to use a small-displacement turbocharged engine for a more powerful Verano model is consistent with Buick’s effort to downsize its powertrains without sacrificing performance. Verano’s standard Ecotec 2.4L

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Baua Electric

MARCH 1, 2024

The 2024 American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) list of “meanest” vehicles for the environment includes the expected array of gas-guzzling trucks—but also one EV. The 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV was ranked ninth on the list , between the GMC Sierra pickup truck and Mercedes-Benz G550 SUV.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2017

It is complemented with the Equinox’s restraint systems and other standard and available safety features to manage energy in the event of a crash and help protect occupants. Fuel economy. diesel model offers a GM-estimated 40 mpg highway fuel efficiency. Ride and handling. turbo and 2.0L turbo gas engines (FWD models).

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2018 MPG Fuel Economy Dealers 170

Green Car Congress

JULY 18, 2014

Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L The GM-developed Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed is approximately the same size and weight as the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2014

liter, 4-cylinder base engine (LKW) equipped with standard stop/start technology, according to GM. The 2014 Malibu was the first in its segment with a standard engine featuring fuel-saving stop/start technology. All contribute to EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg (9.4 Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

Compared to the average new gas-powered vehicle, the Spark EV can save drivers, on average, about $83 per month in fuel costs according to EPA assessments based on 24 mpg highway for an average vehicle and 12 cents per kWh of electricity cost. A 120V charge cord set comes standard.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2013

The effectiveness of any such variable mechanism is linked to the quality of its controls; GM’s engineering team spent a great deal of effort calibrating the actuator precisely to open and close the valves for optimal performance. Cruze’s diesel offers a segment-leading EPA-estimated 46 mpg highway (5.1 Diesel Engines'

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2012

From January through November 2013, GM has sold 506,088 Silverados and Sierras—22% of all vehicles it sold in that period.). SAE-certified horsepower and torque ratings and EPA fuel economy estimates for the new Silverado and Sierra will be available beginning early next year. The new engine family includes a 4.3L

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 15, 2024

The fuel economy, which is best in Touring mode, is rated by the EPA at 24 mpg city/29 highway/26 combined mpg. mpg, same as the EPA. We were pleased to cross the 30 mpg mark and surpass the EPA 29 mpg rating by so much. In 365 miles of mostly freeway driving we averaged 26.1 cubic-feet with it lowered.

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Cadillac Escalade SUV MPG 55

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 28, 2023

Despite claims to support electric vehicles, automakers are attempting to thwart new federal standards that would accelerate the transition to clean transportation.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2015

However, unlike conventional gasoline engines, gasoline direct injection engines produce particulate matter, as do diesels, and emission controls will become an issue the technology must address as standards for particle mass tighten, and also as standards for particle numbers emerge. Ford and GM, will account for 11.5–13.5%

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

This means that when you are towing up a grade, it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. These numbers are a bit lower than competitor trucks, but the trade-off is better fuel economy in exchange for less payload and towing. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter Duramax turbodiesel is. The heart of the truck.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

But the XT5 acquits itself well in all of the key categories, which explains its solid sales pace for the GM luxury division. The Luxury and Premium Luxury models come standard with front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive optional. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Sport model. Ready to go head-to-head. Three Models.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 75

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

four-cylinder engine that will be the standard engine in the 2013 Malibu. —which GM says is more efficient, refined and powerful than its 2.4L GM expects the 2.5L L/100km) (final fuel economy numbers are pending). GM expects the 2.5L L/100km) (final fuel economy numbers are pending). L/100km) highway.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The midrange Malibu includes a bevy of standard equipment, wrapped in a low-key body nobody notices. Add the destination charge, subtract GM Cash, and we arrive at $28,990. Like other GM cars (even high-end Yukon Denalis) the Malibu does not have touch-sensitive keyless entry, but relies on the 2006-era door Chiclet to lock and unlock.

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Chevrolet GM Yukon Miles 80

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2016

Available at the end of 2015 to both fleet and retail customers in either LS or LT trims, the bi-fuel Impala features a dedicated version of the standard 3.6L EPA figures put combined fuel economy in gasoline mode at 20 mpg combined (17 mpg city/25 mpg highway), and 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city/24 mpg highway) with natural gas.

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2015 Fuel MPG Gasoline 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2015

EPA Highway Fuel Economy. 37 mpg (GM est.). The 2016 Malibu’s all-new, standard 1.5L turbo engine is 86 pounds (39 kg) lighter than the current model’s standard 2.5L The aim was to make Malibu the most mass-efficient car in its class. —Jesse Ortega, chief engineer. Curb weights compared. Curb weight.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

Gunk (carbon deposit) formation on injectors can reduce fuel flow and fuel economy. The Nitrogen Enriched formula prevents build-up of gunk more effectively than gasolines containing only the minimum amount of cleaning agents as required by the EPA.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

If you are looking for comfort, versatility, great looks, a very accommodating and large interior, some innovative features and surprisingly good fuel economy, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is for you. Fuel economy for the 3.0L Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. It did not disappoint.

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 95

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2013

As articulated by Dr. Jim Szybist from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), one vision of a high-octane ethanol fuel infrastructure and distribution system could include a standardized high ethanol/high octane fuel with ethanol content probably in the E20-E50 range. RON ~85), and be inexpensive for refiners to produce.

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Tesla has called on the Biden administration to enact stricter fuel efficiency standards through 2032 than those recently proposed by U.S. ” Additionally, the group pointed out that roughly 83 percent of all vehicles produced by Ford, GM and Stellantis are trucks. regulators. billion, $3.1 billion and $1 billion, respectively.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 19, 2021

The EPA rates the Buick Envision FWD at 24 mpg city/31 highway/26 combined miles per gallon. To aid in fuel economy the Envision has the automatic stop/start feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop. This is one area where GM is the industry leader, and after the initial service plan expires, it is well worth renewing.

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Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 24, 2012

It will also deliver the most fuel-efficient Corvette ever, exceeding an EPA-estimated 26 mpg US (9.0 The Holy Grail for developing a performance car is delivering greater performance and more power with greater fuel economy and that’s what we’ve achieved. L/100 km) on the highway. 1 compression ratio. 1 compression ratio.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 9, 2021

The car offers three drive modes for regenerative braking (Off, Low, Standard), along with on or off settings for creep mode (where it acts like a “normal” automatic). It could stop and go with pinpoint accuracy with the “Standard” setting. If you just plug in to standard a 120V household outlet, you’d better give it 22 hours.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2009

Based on the same draft EPA methodology, the Volt would also deliver “ triple-digit ” combined cycle fuel economy along with combined cycle electricity consumption of 25 kWh/100 miles, according to GM. EPA labels are a yardstick for customers to compare a vehicles’ fuel efficiency. GM CEO Fritz Henderson.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2011

The deceleration fuel cutoff (DFCO) technology applied in the Chevrolet Cruze increases the car’s fuel economy by up to 2%, depending upon specific driving conditions and behavior, GM said. turbo and six-speed automatic transmission will get 2 mpg better fuel economy.

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