Green Cars News

MAY 3, 2012

There may be one negative knock-on effect of improving the fuel economy standards of our vehicles: fuel tax revenues could slump massively. According to a report by the Congressional Budget Office (logo, pictured), fuel economy standards proposed for 2017-2025 would cut revenues from petrol tax by 21 per cent in 2040.

Fuel Economy 45

Fuel Economy Fuel Tax Tax Economy 45

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) have unveiled their joint proposal for stronger greenhouse gas pollution and fuel economy standards for model year 2017-2025 cars and light trucks.

Fuel Economy 44

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Fuel 44

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

Given the specific barriers, suggests author Andrea Beltramello, there is a role for government to support the development and diffusion of green vehicles, including through policies to strengthen the markets for green cars. Alternative fuels include biofuels, natural gas, hydrogen and electricity from the grid.

Green Cars 360

Green Cars Green Market Green Vehicles 360

Green Cars News

APRIL 5, 2010

The US Department of Transportation, along with the US Environmental Protection Agency, have announced increasingly stringent fuel economy standards as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy programme and the Clean Air Act for 2012-2016.

Fuel Economy 36

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Fuel 36

Green Cars News

JUNE 15, 2011

Permanent fuel economy standards could pose a “very serious” risk to the auto industry, according to the Center for Automotive Research (CAR).

Fuel Economy 48

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Fuel 48

Green Car Reports

JULY 16, 2020

Biden pivots to embrace EVs and more aggressive fuel economy targets. And Nissan plays to the future with by hopping fast-charging standards. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The BMW iX3 marks some firsts for BMW, but it isn’t coming to the U.S.

BMW 92

BMW Charging Fuel Economy Green Cars 92

Green Cars News

JUNE 29, 2011

As the US considers introducing new, much stricter fuel economy standard for new cars, one federation reckons a new 56.2 mpg standard by 2025 is just what consumers want and will help consumers save $6,00 per vehicle compared to the current 2016 standard.

Fuel Economy 44

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Fuel 44

Green Cars News

AUGUST 22, 2011

The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, as well as the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in Japan have announced a draft of new fuel economy standards for cars. According to reports by Integrity Exports, the new standards will require improvements of 24.1

Fuel Economy 49

Fuel Economy Japan Economy Fuel 49

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 9, 2012

It's autumn, which means that new 2013 cars are now showing up in dealerships all across the country. With gas prices high and new fuel-economy standards in effect, automakers are rolling out new green cars of every type. Not surprisingly, the.

Green Cars 95

Green Cars 2013 Green Plug-in 95

Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid gets better fuel economy than any other SUV without a plug. And Colorado joins up with California emissions standards. All this and more on Green Car Reports. We take a look at the benefits of short-range plug-in hybrids. We take a closer look at what.

Colorado 82

Colorado Plug-in Plug Toyota 82

Green Cars News

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Stricter fuel economy standards could damage the US car industry by pushing up car prices and reducing consumer demand, a independent industry analysts report.

Fuel Economy 42

Fuel Economy Economy Standards Price 42

Green Cars News

APRIL 8, 2013

Carmakers will be expected to make it clear that official MPG figures quoted in adverts are not necessarily representative of what drivers will actually achieve on the roads, following a new ruling by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). Green credentials ASA Audi fuel economy'

Fuel Economy 43

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Audi 43

Green Cars News

AUGUST 30, 2009

The previous government in New Zealand may have proposed a fuel economy standard, but now the new government has announced it will not proceed with those plans. Tags: Green cars Latest news fuel economy fuel economy standard New Zealand.

New Zealand 36

New Zealand Fuel Economy Economy Standards 36

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 17, 2015

Today, a dealer claims the 2016 Nissan Leaf will be offered with two battery-pack sizes, Tesla's attempt to curb local Supercharger use goes wrong, and a study claims fleet operators would largely support stricter fuel-efficiency standards for heavy-duty trucks. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

2016 60

2016 Fuel Economy Nissan Economy 60

Green Cars News

AUGUST 26, 2010

A variable displacement oil pump that features in the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is able to deliver the precise amount of oil needed during all driving conditions meaning the engine can work less and save fuel. The oil pump is a standard feature of the Cruze’s 1.4l Ecotec turbocharged engine. It reduces displacement during the engine [.].

Fuel Economy 44

Fuel Economy Chevrolet Oil Economy 44

Green Car Reports

JUNE 21, 2019

It's a war of words in Washington over emissions and fuel economy standards. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla's home solar business is sliding. And yes, the trucks picking up the trash can go electric, too.

EPA 70

EPA Solar California Congress 70

Green Car Reports

JULY 19, 2019

The EPA is delaying its proposal to freeze fuel-economy standards. BMW's new choice in CEO could relate to electric-car plans. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla opened its first fully V3 Supercharging station in Las Vegas. And Toyota inked new battery deals with two new suppliers.

Las Vegas 70

Las Vegas EPA BMW Toyota 70

Green Cars News

APRIL 13, 2012

New fuel economy rules for car makers in the US will price many ordinary Americans out of the market for a new car, the country’s National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) warns today. New CAFE standards proposed for 2017 to 2025 build on previous economy rules introduced by the Obama Administration.

Fuel Economy 49

Fuel Economy Economy Price Obama 49

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 30, 2015

We wrap up the week with stories on the potential end of the "standard war" between CHAdeMO and CCS electric-car fast charging, a Kia concept car with electric all-wheel drive set to debut at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show, and General Motors'' plan to put CVT automatic transmissions in more cars to boost fuel economy.

Kia 60

Kia Standards Concept Chicago 60

Green Cars News

JUNE 23, 2009

How will Detroit get out of its financial crisis - with a broad, deep, fast change and a focus on fuel economy, according to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. Tags: Green cars Latest news Detroit fuel economy University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.

Fuel Economy 39

Fuel Economy Detroit Economy Fuel 39

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 30, 2011

GM Korea has introduced the first hybrid vehicle in its segment in Korea– the Alpheon eAssist – which achieves a remarkable improvement in fuel economy of 25 per cent compared to the standard Alpheon model. The vehicle, which also reduces CO2 emissions by 22 per cent, will be the first hybrid car from the company. [.].

Fuel Economy 51

Fuel Economy GM Economy Hybrid 51

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 22, 2016

Today, an auto-industry lobbying group takes aim at Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, a new study argues that more electric cars will be needed to meet stricter fuel-economy standards, and fracking advocates use social media to target Millennials.

Industrial 60

Industrial Industry Electric Cars Fuel Economy 60

Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

Today, Shell predicts oil demand could peak by 2020, automakers use the loose definitions of different SUV categories to make meeting fuel-economy standards easier, and Faraday Future backer LeEco runs out of cash. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Oil 83

Oil SUV Fuel Economy Cars 83

Green Car Reports

JULY 20, 2016

mpg Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standard for 2025 won't be met, and get a rundown of groups investigating Tesla Autopilot crashes. All this and more on Green Car Reports. The 2025 Corporate Average Fuel Economy. Today, read why Volkswagen won't bring its TDI diesel models back to the U.S.

Diesel 60

Diesel Fuel Economy MPG Tesla 60

Green Car Reports

MAY 24, 2016

Today, we take a spin in the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT, explain Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, and look at future electric cars from Mercedes-Benz. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Mitsubishi 76

Mitsubishi 2017 Mercedes Electric Cars 76

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 29, 2016

Today, Consumers Union busts myths about Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, an MIT study indicates electric-car range anxiety is overblown, and a BMW i3 REx owner assesses the pros and cons of the extended-range electric car. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Check out.

BMW 75

BMW Range MIT Extended Range 75

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Today, Michigan socks hybrid owners with new fees, Volkswagen teases a new electric concept car ahead of the 2017 Detroit Auto Show, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration delays an increase in penalties for automakers that fall short of fuel-economy standards. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Michigan 60

Michigan Concept Hybrid Fuel Economy 60

Green Cars News

MARCH 14, 2013

A new, updated Volvo V40 will emit as little as 88g/km CO2 and achieve fuel economy as strong as 88mpg combined, according to preliminary figures. Available from May, manual version of the standard Volvo V40 [.]. That brings the model in line with its rival the Ford Focus, which likewise emits as little as 88g/km CO2.

Volvo 63

Volvo Economy CO2 Fuel Economy 63

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 24, 2016

Today, Tesla launches longer-range 100D versions of the Model S and Model X, a vehicle that could be Faraday Future's first production electric car appears in Los Angeles, and automakers and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) scuffle over Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards.

Los Angeles 60

Los Angeles Future Fuel Economy Tesla 60

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 27, 2016

And what horrible, awful, dreadful things do carmaker lobbyists say will happen if regulators dare to keep current fuel-economy standards in place? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car.

Fuel Economy 60

Fuel Economy MPG Tesla BMW 60

Green Car Reports

JULY 29, 2016

Today, General Motors says it will ship the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV electric car to dealers before the end of this year, a battle brews over Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, and Volkswagen diesel owners express dissatisfaction with the proposed settlement. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

2017 60

2017 Diesel Fuel Economy General Motors 60

Green Cars News

AUGUST 9, 2011

Fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emission standards for medium and heavy duty vehicles have been revealed by US President Barack Obama.

Obama 40

Obama Fuel Economy Standards Economy 40

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2010

The Consumer Federation of America has recommended that President Barack Obama set a fleet-wide car and light truck fuel economy standard of 60mpg by 2025. Its recommendation was made with the Obama Administration scheduled to release a Notice of Intent for 2017-2025 light duty fuel economy standards on September 30.

America 42

America Standards Obama Fuel Economy 42

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 3, 2010

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have outlined their intent to establish new emission and fuel economy standards for vehicles in the 2017-2025 model years.

EPA 44

EPA Standards Emissions Fuel Economy 44

Green Cars News

MAY 4, 2011

India has set its sights on new fuel efficiency standards with the introduction of Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards that give manufacturers until 2015 to increase fuel economy to an average of 40.7mpg.

India 45

India Standards Fuel Fuel Economy 45

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 23, 2015

Today we have an announcement from BMW, Volkswagen, and ChargePoint about a plan to build around 100 DC fast-charging stations using the Combined Charging Standard (CCS), fuel-economy ratings for the 2016 Honda HR-V, and how Tesla''s direct-sales scheme is starting to influence other companies.

2016 60

2016 BMW Honda Sale 60

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2010

National standards for reduced greenhouse gas emissions and improved fuel efficiency from heavy duty trucks and buses could soon be introduced in the USA. They are proposing [.].

Standards 44

Standards Emissions Fuel Economy USA 44