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Worldwide Prius sales top 3-million mark; Prius family sales at 3.4 million

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The second generation followed in 2003, and the third generation in 2009. mpg US to 89.4 mpg US, as measured using the 10-15 test cycle of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism). ended Aug 2003. Total global Prius nameplate sales (the expanded Prius family) are at 3.436 million units.

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30 millionth VW Golf rolls off assembly line in Wolfsburg

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Golf IV (1997 to 2003). Golf V (2003 to 2008). The stability of the laser-welded body brought a 35% gain in torsional rigidity when the Golf V made its debut in 2003. l/100 km (62 mpg US). Production of the original Golf began in early 1974. l/100 km (73.5 The first Golf BlueMotion (4.5 Golf VII (since 2012).

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ORNL researchers quantify the effect of increasing highway speed on fuel economy

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Vehicles from model years 2003 to 2012 with a wide variety of powertrains were represented and included two hybrid sedans and a diesel sedan. Percent mpg decrease for a given 10 mph increase based on 74 vehicles. A comparison of the three histograms shows a slight shift toward higher mpg penalties for each 10-mph speed increase.

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Tips: 3 Ways to Boost Your Vehicle’s MPG

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So you’re the proud new owner of a Honda Civic EX Sedan (42 mpg highway; 32 mpg city). We’ll explore three ways your behavior can boost your mpg, and how counterproductive behaving badly can be, from affecting your car’s future to impacting your car insurance. Not a way to help your MPG. #1 Not so fast.

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Global auto production may hit 80+ million units this year; hybrids below 2% of total output

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South Korea has improved its fuel economy by one third since 2003. China is considering a limit of 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US) for 2020 that would bring it close to Japan’s 4.5 mpg US) for 2020. Japan and the European Union (EU) continue to be the global leaders. l/100 km (52.3

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Buick launches new $12.9k Excelle in China with new engine and start/stop; 30% improved fuel economy over predecessor

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million sold since the nameplate was introduced in late 2003. liters/100 km (51 mpg US). It features the brand’s latest styling, a new more efficient powertrain, and a broad range of advanced safety and connectivity technologies. The Buick Excelle has been among the most popular family sedans in China, with nearly 2.7

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2013 Toyota Prius C Unveiled: Compact 52-MPG-Plus Hybrid Hatchback

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The 2013 Toyota Prius C, the first compact Prius since the original 2000-2003 model, was unveiled today at the Tokyo. It's already added two models to sit beside the 2012 Prius five-door hatchback, and now, the last new addition to the Prius lineup has been revealed.

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