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CMU study shows autonomous vehicle algorithms can have considerable effect on fuel economy; need for new approaches in testing

Green Car Congress

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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New England to become the second coal-free region in the US

Baua Electric

MARCH 29, 2024

That’s following a settlement between Sierra Club, The Conservation Law Foundation, EPA, and Granite Shore Power. Read more: West Virginia brings first of 5 solar farms online – why that matters If you’re considering going solar, it’s always a good idea to get quotes from a few installers.

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Coal New Hampshire West Virginia Sierra

Prius Plug-In eligibile for a $1,500 California consumer incentive plus $2,500 Federal tax credit

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

While in EV Mode, the Prius Plug-in is rated by the EPA to drive up to 11 miles. In hybrid mode, it has an EPA combined mileage rating of 50 mpg. This means that when the EV Mode is depleted, Prius Plug-in still obtains the same estimated fuel economy rating as Prius Liftback.

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ICCT-sponsored study of in-use testing of 3 Tier2-Bin5, CA LEV-II light-duty diesels finds wide variation of emissions against the limits

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2014

In-use testing of three light duty diesel vehicles—certified to US-EPA Tier2-Bin5 and California LEV-II ULEV emissions limits— found a wide variation in real world emissions performance relative to the regulatory limits. diesels and one 3.0L diesel) over pre-defined test routes exhibiting diverse driving conditions.

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Diesel Light Emissions Los Angeles

Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2013

Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? This helps us to make better fuel economy and good emissions. The course was primarily in the Virginia countryside—not a challenging terrain, but with rolling hills, some winding curves, and a few small towns. Are these sales incentivized?

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Altair ProductDesign to support development of the New Edison2 Very Light Car

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

is an all-new vehicle that will achieve high fuel economy results by retaining the same attributes of ultra-light weight and extremely low aerodynamic drag in a four-passenger vehicle. kWh battery pack to achieve a 100-mile (161 km) range, the eVLC recorded 245 MPGe (EPA combined), compared to 99 MPGe of the Nissan Leaf. The VLC 4.0

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DOE’s Manufacturing Institute to award $35M to support R&D in recycling, reuse and remanufacturing

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2020

The REMADE Institute also announced the selection of 9 projects for negotiation dedicated to improving the competitiveness of US Manufacturing and advancing the circular economy. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Phinix, LLC. Iowa State University, Danfoss.

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Study finds high exhaust temperatures within NTE operation for heavy-duty diesels with aftertreatment systems contribute to high nanoparticle concentrations

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2012

In addition, the EPA defined a Not-To-Exceed (NTE) control zone bound by certain speed and load conditions which encompasses a broad range of real-world load conditions not covered in the FTP engine dynamometer cycle. Credit: ACS, Thiruvengadam et al. Click to enlarge.

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Obama Administration Opens Up Oil and Gas Development and Exploration in Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Arctic

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

And the only way this transition will succeed is if it strengthens our economy in the short term and the long term. To fail to recognize this reality would be a mistake. Energy Security Announcements. The Department of the Interior’s Minerals Management Service estimates that the Gulf of Mexico contains 36-41.5

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Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

EPA label calculations do not include Eco mode. A key goal for development of the Prius Plug-in was to deliver the optimal balance of performance, range, economy, packaging and affordable price. Power mode increases throttle response in the middle range more than normal. Displays and information. Packaging and weight optimization.

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Prius Plug-in 2012 Plug

Rapid Charging Electric Cars: How Fast, How Soon?

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

With our current economy, I guess it’s no longer a secret that politicians and executives running our country are not very good at simple math. The Roadster can go 244 miles EPA. Also hopefully by the end of 2011 (when the Model S car is due) our economy has recovered somewhat. It gets worse in a larger vehicle.

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Electric Cars Charging Cars 2009

Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2010

The three lawmakers plan to introduce legislation next month that would apply different carbon controls to individual sectors of the economy instead of setting a national target. Graham recently declared, “ Economy-wide cap-and-trade is dead. ” Senators Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), John Kerry (D-Mass.) and Joseph Lieberman (I-Conn.)

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Biden Admin Withdraws Nomination for NHTSA Leadership

The Truth About Cars

MAY 31, 2023

As for Carlson, Republicans on the Senate Commerce Committee seemed extremely perturbed with her role in the development of fuel-economy standards in 2021. Such an EV mandate would appear to violate the Supreme Court’s major questions doctrine as articulated in West Virginia v. Obviously, politics play a major role in the matter.

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CMU study shows autonomous vehicle algorithms can have considerable effect on fuel economy; need for new approaches in testing

New England to become the second coal-free region in the US

Prius Plug-In eligibile for a $1,500 California consumer incentive plus $2,500 Federal tax credit

ICCT-sponsored study of in-use testing of 3 Tier2-Bin5, CA LEV-II light-duty diesels finds wide variation of emissions against the limits

Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

Altair ProductDesign to support development of the New Edison2 Very Light Car

DOE’s Manufacturing Institute to award $35M to support R&D in recycling, reuse and remanufacturing

Study finds high exhaust temperatures within NTE operation for heavy-duty diesels with aftertreatment systems contribute to high nanoparticle concentrations

Obama Administration Opens Up Oil and Gas Development and Exploration in Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Arctic

Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Rapid Charging Electric Cars: How Fast, How Soon?

Perspective: Regional Greenhouse Gas Cap-and-Trade Programs May be the Solution

Biden Admin Withdraws Nomination for NHTSA Leadership

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