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UMTRI: US new vehicle fuel economy stayed the same in July

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Average fuel economy (window-sticker values) of cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs purchased last month was 23.6 mpg) from October 2007, the first month of monitoring by UMTRI researchers Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle. mpg) since October 2007. mpg (10 L/100km) , a 17% increase (3.5

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Study finds older drivers more likely to buy new vehicles

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Sivak examined the differences in the probability of licensed drivers purchasing a new light-duty vehicle (car, pickup truck, SUV or minivan) as a function of their age for the years 2007 and 2011. In 2011, one vehicle was purchased for every 14.6 drivers aged 55-64. for ages 65-74; 15.0 for ages 45-54; 15.9

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Average fuel economy of new vehicles in the US rose again in November; UMTRI Eco-Driving Index at 0.87, highest since April

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The index currently shows that emissions of greenhouse gases per driver of newly purchased vehicles are down 13% since late 2007. Average fuel economy of cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs purchased in November was 22.7 The UMTRI Eco-Driving Index, updated November 2011. Click to enlarge. mpg, up from 22.6

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EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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Based on preliminary estimates, CO 2 emission rates have decreased by 13% and fuel economy values have increased by 16% from MY 2007-2012. The use of gasoline direct injection systems has grown from essentially zero in MY 2007 to a projected 24% of the market in MY 2012. l/100 km) labels has increased from 2 in 2007 to 15 in 2012.

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National Research Council Study Finds That Available Technologies Can Result in Significant Fuel Savings for Passenger Vehicles Over the Next 15 Years, But at Higher Purchase Prices for Consumers

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Various combinations of commercially available technologies could greatly reduce fuel consumption in passenger cars, sport-utility vehicles, minivans, and other light-duty vehicles over the next 15 years without compromising vehicle performance or safety, according to a new report by the National Research Council.

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Honda President Ito steps down, Takahiro Hachigo to replace him

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Hachigo was in charge of developing the first-generation of the US-built Odyssey minivan, which was launched in 1999 primarily for the US market. and subsequently gaining promotion to Managing Officer in April 2007. After retiring from this position in March 2008, Hachigo became General Manager of Purchasing Division No.2

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Tennessee, Nissan and TVA forge a path for electric car | www.tennessean.com | The Tennessean

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Postal Service with a fleet of 250 all-electric Chrysler Town & Country minivans in Michigan, North Carolina and the New York City area beginning later this year. declares public health emergency for swine flu Top Jobs Top Cars 2007 Toyota Prius. I see that happening, but probably a long time in the future." (3 16,000 miles.