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American Honda Motor to pay $1.9M in penalties in California for small engine emissions violations

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The California Air Resources Board has reached a settlement of $1,927,800 with American Honda Motor Co., Honda) to resolve clean-air violations related to the sale of small off-road engines in California. The violations involved small off-road engines used in generators and lawn and garden equipment.

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Honda Aero begins production of HF120 turbofan at new Burlington plant

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Honda Aero, Inc. The HF120 engine is the result of a joint venture established in 2004 between Honda and GE combining the R&D, engine production, and jet aviation expertise of the two companies. The Honda Aero, Inc. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge. Best-in-class durability reducing aircraft operating cost.

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Responsible Battery Coalition and U Michigan launch study to compare electric and gas vehicle lifetime costs

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The TCO of a vehicle includes not just additional upfront costs, such as customized accessories, upgraded power systems to extend vehicle range, taxes, and other fees, but also longer-term operating costs, including fuel, maintenance, repairs, and insurance.

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Report suggests that not following good eco-driving practices can lead to a reduction in on-road fuel economy of up to about 45% in total

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However, remaining factors over which a driver has control—route selection; vehicle load; vehicle maintenance; and the driver’s own behavior—can contribute in total to about a 45% reduction in the on-road fuel economy per driver (i.e., vehicle selection and maintenance), tactical decisions (e.g.,

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In-Home Solar: How Many Panels to Fully Charge Your EV?

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Honda Clarity 26 89 29.2 This data can be obtained by consulting local solar resource maps or by contacting solar installation companies. This includes the cost of the solar panels themselves, installation fees, potential maintenance costs, and the expected operational lifespan of the system. Kia Soul EV 64 243 26.3

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CMU study concludes diesel and hybrid vehicles can retain more value than PFI gasoline vehicles despite higher new car price

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Our study considered a vehicle’s initial price and resale value along with other operating and maintenance costs. For the Honda Civic and the Mercedes Benz E Series, the resale ratio for the advanced vehicles is higher during the 2008 period and is comparable to the conventional vehicle in 2009. Elisabeth A. Gilmore and Lester B.

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What is Fleet Electrification?

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If zero-carbon, renewable resources are used to generate electricity, electrification can significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the transportation, building and industrial sectors, which make up 65% of all US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Analysts predict that about half of the cars on the road will be electric by 2050.

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