Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2014

The Lightning Hybrid system. Lightning Hybrids , a maker of hydraulic hybrid systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks and buses ( earlier post ), released initial results from emissions testing conducted by an independent testing facility in Colorado of two medium-duty trucks upfitted with the Lighting Hybrids system.

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Hybrid Emissions West Virginia Colorado 275

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2012

XL Hybrids, Inc., XL Hybrids, Inc., The XL Hybrids powertrain consists of a 2 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, a 40 kW (53 hp) electric motor and a proprietary hybrid control system that operate with the OEM internal combustion engine and automatic transmission.

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Installation Conversion Hybrid Lithium Ion 313

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2015

The LH gasoline hydraulic hybrid shows an extreme reduction in NO x compared to a diesel baseline. Source: Lightning Hybrids. Broadly, the test results show significant reductions in NO x , particularly against a non-hybrid diesel baseline, and fuel economy improvements of up to 18% for the vehicle and under the drive cycles tested.

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Hybrid Emissions Light Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2016

XL Hybrids announced vehicle testing results showing a 26% improvement in miles per gallon on the EPA UDDS (Urban Dynamometer Driving Schedule) drive cycle for Ford Transit vans upfitted with XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive Systems. The XL3 Hybrid System is compatible with all Transit wheelbases and roof heights and with both the 3.7

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Ford Hybrid MPG EPA 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 13, 2020

In China, Wuling launched its first electric minivan, the Rong Guang EV, and Chevrolet launched four new Monza variants featuring 48V mild hybrid technology. In China, General Motors, its subsidiaries and its joint venture entities sell vehicles under the Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Holden, Baojun and Wuling brands. Rong Guang EV.

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Minivan Chevrolet China Buick 259

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2013

Colorado State University will retrofit two internal delivery trucks with fuel-efficient hydraulic hybrid systems, paid for by a grant from the Colorado Energy Office. The vehicles, 2012 GMC trucks, will be put into delivery service on campus.

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Colorado Universal Hybrid GMC 218

Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2009

GM will introduce its new 2010 GMC Terrain at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this week. The five-passenger crossover SUV, which shares the Theta chassis with the Chevrolet Equinox, offers estimated highway fuel economy of 30 mpg (7.8 City fuel economy is estimated to be 21 mpg US (11.2

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GMC New York 2010 Yukon 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 14, 2012

XL Hybrids, Inc., XL Hybrids, Inc., The XL Hybrids powertrain consists of a 2 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, a 40 kW (53 hp) electric motor and a proprietary hybrid control system that operate seamlessly with the OEM internal combustion engine and automatic transmission.

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MIT Chevrolet Hybrid Energy 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2011

XL Hybrids, Inc., a company working with a hybrid electric conversion system for Class 1 through 3 commercial vans and trucks ( earlier post ), is conducting customer pilot tests of its system. The tests will begin with the GM 2500 Series vans, including the Chevy Express and GMC Savana vans. Earlier post.)

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Conversion Hybrid Commercial Fleet 218

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

The eAssist mild hybrid system is dead, long live the eAssist mild hybrid system? With continually rising corporate average fuel economy levels required through 2025, General Motors will test a third generation of its eAssist mild-hybrid system during the current model year. They're full-size.

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Hybrid GMC Fuel Economy MPG 60

The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 14, 2023

Jeep’s 4xe plug-in hybrids are also selling well, leaving little incentive to keep offering the diesel. Though they’re better on fuel economy and offer more substantial torque, diesels aren’t the cleanest propulsion method around. They emit particulates and other pollutants and obviously don’t jive with electrification targets.

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Jeep Diesel F-150 GMC 85

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 28, 2010

Hybrids don’t have to be luxury vehicles. Car buyers shouldn’t be forced to buy high-end bells and whistles when fuel economy and reducing emissions are their top priority. But both models come with forced features that cost nearly as much as their hybrid drivetrains.

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LS 600H Hybrid Civic Hybrid Fusion 236

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2017

l/100 km) EPA-estimated highway fuel economy of the first-generation diesel model. GMC Savana (Cargo, Passenger, Cutaway). GMC Sierra (2500HD, 3500HD, Chassis Cab). GMC Canyon. GMC Terrain. Coupled with a 1.6L Chevrolet Low Cab Forward. Chevrolet Colorado. Chevrolet Silverado (2500HD, 3500HD, Chassis Cab).

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GM GMC Silverado Chevrolet 150

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 9, 2023

The infiniti QX80 and GMC Yukon are a little too big, while something like the Acura MDX is a little too small. That unit comes with a 10-speed automatic and should provide a 21 mpg combined EPA-certified economy rating when configured for front-wheel drive. However, it’s not so much focused on saving fuel as it is promoting fun. .&

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Lexus Highlander Yukon MPG 94

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

With a combined city and highway fuel economy of 112 miles per gallon equivalent, the i-MIEV outpaces all other vehicles currently sold in United States. Honda Civic Hybrid. Toyota Camry Hybrid LE. The Honda Civic Natural Gas, despite its improved fuel economy this year, appears in second place, tied with the Nissan Leaf.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

In a post on GM’s FastLane blog, Vice Chairman Tom Stephens said that the company will apply plug-in hybrid technology to one of the four core brands remaining after the restructuring: Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. I’m pleased to let you know the plug-in hybrid technology will be applied to one of GM’s four core brands.

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VUE Plug-in GM Saturn 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 14, 2021

All-New Including a Hybrid Option. Clean Fleet Report is a big fan of adding a hybrid option to any existing vehicle as a step towards full electrification. With choices of gasoline or a gasoline-electric (hybrid) engine, rear-wheel (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the 2022 Tundra gives buyers multiple options of power and fuel economy.

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Tundra Toyota San Antonio F-150 82

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2015

While alternative powertrains still represent a small percentage of market share compared to gasoline engines, the report noted, clean diesels saw a 10% increase in 2014 sales over 2013 sales, while hybrids saw a 10% decrease, pure electrics saw a 20% increase and compressed natural gas saw a 33% decrease. —Bruce Belzowski.

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Cost Of Gasoline Diesel Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2012

General Motors Research & Development developed an aluminum-to-aluminum welding technology expected to enable more use of the lightweight metal on future vehicles, which can help improve fuel economy and driving performance. GM plans to use this technology more extensively starting in 2013.

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GM Yukon Tahoe Fuel Economy 268

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2009

General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011. In early testing, the plug-in hybrid is capable of electric-only propulsion for more than 10 miles at low speeds. V-6 flex-fuel engine.

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Buick Li-ion Plug-in GM 210

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

Diesel fuel, for example, has higher energy content per gallon than gasoline, but due to the higher density of diesel, it also releases higher CO 2 -e emissions per gallon combusted. In the Mid-size truck segment, the return of the GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado shook up this segment. From an economic perspective, the $0.91

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F-150 2015 Ford Colorado 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2022

Available Super Cruise, demonstrated here on the GMC Hummer EV, offers hands-free driving and features the ability to automatically change lanes. The first was the 2023 GMC Hummer EV , next will be the Cadillac Lyriq. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Silverado Chevrolet GMC Hummer 84

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. Fuel economy for the 3.0L This means when towing a grade it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. It did not disappoint. The comfy chair.

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 95

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The Saturn version of the two-mode plug-in hybrid at the Milford Proving Grounds. GMC is “ professional grade ” and will focus on North America and the Middle East. Several leaders throughout the day mentioned that GMC was one of the most profitable brands, has a very strong customer base and does very well with women in North America.

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GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy 262

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

A disappointing compliance car, the Ford Focus EV, languished while plug-in hybrid versions of the midsize Fusion and small crossover C-Max sold relatively well, until Ford came up with a real plan. Flash Drive: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ; News: GMC Hummer EV First Edition Sells Out ; Cadillac Lyric First Look.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. The enjoyment of driving the all-new 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid began with getting 45.4 This compact pickup is smaller than the mid- and full-size trucks roaming our streets, but size alone doesn’t explain how it sips fuel. A smaller, but not small pickup. Unexpected Efficiency.

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 89

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

In the US, GM will focus on its core brands; Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Pontiac will serve as a focused brand with fewer entries, within the Buick-Pontiac-GMC channel. GM Fuel Economy plans. These industry planning volumes are more conservative than those being used by most other industry sources.

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Chrysler GM Saturn Production 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2009

previously announced The New GM will: Focus on four core brands in the US—Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC—with fewer nameplates and a more competitive level of marketing support per brand. The New GM will have a number of key vehicle launches in 2009 and 2010, including: Chevrolet Camaro, with highway fuel economy of up to 29 mpg.

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Green Cars News

MAY 7, 2009

In an online blog, General Motors’ (GM) vice chairman Tom Stephens stated that the company will apply plug-in hybrid technology to one of its four core brands followings its’ restructuring. The company will be divided into Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC and Buick following the decision to close Pontiac and sell Saturn.

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VUE Plug-in Saturn GM 36

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. Offering the Santa Cruz as a hybrid would allow it to equal the Ford Maverick compact pickup for fuel efficiency. Flash Drive: 2015 GMC Canyon. In 226 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 23.8

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 81

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

As part of its re-emergence, GM has established just four core brands – its global leader Chevrolet; Buick, which focuses on North America and China; GMC, one of its most profitable brands which will focus on North America and the Middle East; and Cadillac. How GM hopes to recover. Starting from 2010 its 2.4l Embracing new technologies.

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General Motors Green Motor Motors 40

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. inch multi-information display for the speedometer, odometer, average fuel economy and many other readings. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 4, 2021

The EPA rates fuel economy at 25 mpg city/26 highway/25 combined. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. Road Test: 2018 GMC Terrain. Flash Drive: 2020 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle. Driving Experience: On the Road.

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Mitsubishi 2018 2020 Fuel Economy 52