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JANUARY 27, 2010

Altech-Eco Corporation has obtained Certificates of Conformity (COC) from the EPA for its new dedicated and bi-fuel 2010 Ford Focus compressed natural gas (CNG) conversion systems. Households or companies can receive a $4,000 Federal Income Tax Credit by purchasing and converting a vehicle with Altech-Eco’s conversion system.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

A new economic analysis in an issue brief from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is recommending that the Obama Administration set a fleet-wide car and light truck fuel economy standard of 60 mpg (3.92 The economic analysis shows that going to 38 mpg (6.19 L/100km) by 2025 and 74 mpg (3.18 L/100km) and 60 mpg (3.92

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MPG Standards America Fuel Economy 225

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

The agency’s reasoning was that since alternative fuel vehicle production has generally been less than 0.1% of total vehicle production until very recently, the impact of excluding alternative fuel vehicles was negligible. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.

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Fuel Economy EPA PHEV Economy 312

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MARCH 2, 2009

The 2010 Prius. Toyota also previewed the vehicle this weekend in Los Angeles via its “Prius Connection” program for select early adopters and enthusiast forum participants, attracting potential buyers from across the US and Canada. The 2010 Prius 1.8L The 2010 Prius features a new 1.8-liter Click to enlarge.

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Prius 2010 Toyota Hybrid 186

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AUGUST 14, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that after an increase in 2010 of 3.3%, energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in the US in 2011 decreased by 2.4% (136 million metric tons), while GDP grew by 1.8%. In 2010, the price of regular gasoline averaged $2.78 mpg) from 2010 to 2011. per gallon.

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2011 Emissions Energy CO2 231

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JULY 21, 2010

ARB and EPA have approved 2010 and 2011 model year heavy-duty engines with SCR that are designed with certain strategies affecting operation and detection of malfunctions. At such times, Navistar said, the vehicles throw off levels of NO x as much as 10 times higher or more than when urea is present.

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2010 EPA Engine Exhaust 186

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2012

The NREL team collected and analyzed in-service fuel economy, maintenance, and other vehicle performance data on 11 hybrid (P100H) and 11 conventional diesel (P100D) step vans operated by the United Parcel Service (UPS) in Minneapolis. The hybrid group accumulated 33% fewer miles than the conventional group during the complete 18-month study.

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Fuel Economy Economy Hybrid Diesel 350

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MARCH 14, 2013

and Peterbilt Motors Company, a division of PACCAR, released test results showing their demonstration SuperTruck tractor-trailer achieved a 54% increase in fuel economy, averaging nearly 10 mpg US (23.5 Freight efficiency is based on payload weight and fuel efficiency expressed in ton-miles per gallon. Cummins Inc. Earlier post.)

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Peterbilt Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 342

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MAY 19, 2009

mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. The CAFE program established by the EISA 2007 legislation specified a minimum 35 mpg in 2020. The two issued a Notice of Upcoming Joint Rulemaking to Establish Vehicle GHG Emissions and CAFE Standards today.

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2016 Obama Standards MPG 150

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OCTOBER 3, 2013

In August 2012, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the final standard governing new-vehicle fuel economy for model years 2017 through 2025. mpg US (5.84 Schoettle and Sivak 2013, EPA/NHTSA 2010, 2012). mpg from model years 2008 to 2013 from 25.5

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Fuel Economy MPG 2013 2012 220

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FEBRUARY 9, 2009

The 2010 Ford Transit Connect. Ford is introducing the North American version of the 2010 Transit Connect light commercial vehicle at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show this week. Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010. Click to enlarge.

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Transit Connect 2010 Connect Connected 170

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MARCH 22, 2012

ALTe Powertrain Technologies (ALTe) has successfully installed its range-extended electirc powertrain system in a second line of vehicles: the Ford Econoline E350 platform. ALTe began engineering development on the Ford E350 platform in late 2011 reflecting the popularity of this vehicle in the fleet industry.

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Range Fuel Economy MPG Fleet 210

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MARCH 6, 2010

Bright Automotive, the developer of the purpose-built, plug-in hybrid IDEA ( earlier post ), has been awarded one of five contracts by the United States Postal Service (USPS) to develop and test an electric postal delivery vehicle. Other awards have gone to ZAP ( earlier post ); Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.

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Bright Automotive IDEA Vehicles Washington 210

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APRIL 19, 2009

Some of the vehicles in the 2009 Shell Eco-Marathon Americas. miles per gallon (0.085 L/100km). mpg (0.543 L/100km). mpg (0.543 L/100km). Additionally, a guest team from India joined the roster with a Prototype vehicle. For the UrbanConcept category, teams entered more roadworthy fuel-efficient vehicles.

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2009 MPG America Engine 199

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MARCH 18, 2024

Our nameless reviewer felt , back in 2006, that the Vue's panel gaps made it the "automotive equivalent of a shotgun shack" and calculated that the Green Line version would require 90,000 miles of driving with $2.15/gallon Geo and Oldsmobile were already gone, with Pontiac and Saturn following in 2010. liter engine and automatic).

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VUE Saturn 2007 Green 89

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MARCH 12, 2010

Michigan-based electric powertrain company ALTe LLC ( earlier post ) revealed its demonstrator Ford F-150 range-extended electric vehicle conversion at the 2010 National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) Work Truck Show and Green Truck Summit. Fuel economy in charge sustaining mode is 32 mpg US (7.35 Click to enlarge.

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F-150 Convert Ford Electric Vehicles 240

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JANUARY 9, 2010

To achieve its goals, Peugeot is relying on a new products strategy that includes electric propulsion (the i0n i-MiEV-derived electric car) and E-Vivacity scooter from 2010; diesel hybrid in the 3008 from 2011 ( earlier post) ; e-HDi (microhybrid) from 2011 on the entire diesel range; and a plug-in diesel hybrid in 2012. Earlier post.).

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Downsizing Plug-in Hybrid Concept 218

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DECEMBER 21, 2011

Bob Lutz, who retired from GM in 2010, recently joined the the VIA Motors Board of Directors. In addition to the full size Pickup Truck, VIA will unveil two new eREV vehicles at the NAIAS: a full size, four-wheel drive SUV, and a three-quarter-ton, full-size Cargo Van.

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Detroit SUV Motor Motors 210

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NOVEMBER 29, 2009

The Cruze will compete with vehicles such as Toyota Corolla; Honda Civic; Ford Focus; Hyundai Elantra; and Nissan Sentra. I-4 turbo with variable valve timing that delivers up to an estimated 40 mpg (EPA ratings pending) on the highway with a high-efficiency model. GM has already introduced the Cruze in Europe and Asia. 83.2 / 1364.

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Chevrolet GM MPG Auto 210

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JULY 14, 2015

The first Chevrolet Volt plug-in cars went on sale in December 2010, meaning that by now a few examples have accumulated significant mileage. As the fleet of modern electric cars ages, closer attention is being paid to how well these cars hold up after long-term use.

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Volt Chevrolet MPG 2012 60

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Despite the new spaciousness, the Prius v will deliver estimated EPA fuel economy ratings of 44 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 42 mpg combined (5.35, 5.88 In EV mode, the Prius v can run on battery power alone for short distances and lower speeds, up to about a mile. L/100km, respectively). Pitch and Bounce Control. ?

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Prius MPG Sale Toyota 255

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Demonstration Program Vehicle 002. The 2010 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid vehicle (PHV) made its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. If you do an EV with a 200-mile range, you have a long charge time, it's very expensive.” Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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Los Angeles Prius Plug-in Li-ion 199

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JUNE 30, 2009

The US Environmental Agency (EPA) has granted California’s waiver request enabling the state to enforce its greenhouse gas emissions standards (Pavley I) for new motor vehicles, beginning with the current model year. mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile.

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EPA Grant California Rhode Island 150

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JULY 18, 2012

The vehicles will be tested by Barcelona City Hall in its municipal car fleet for an initial six-month trial period, during which SEAT will gather information and assess performance prior to mass production of electric vehicles. It has a range of 52 kilometers (32 miles) in electric mode, with a top speed of 120 km/h.

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PHEV Spain MPG All-Electric 236

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JUNE 13, 2010

The Drive to Green strategy is based on improving and optimizing the performance of traditional internal combustion engines and transmissions; continuing the roll out of hybrids; promoting electric vehicles; and supporting the development of hydrogen and other zero-emission products. Vehicles with engines that have displacements of between 1.4

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GM 2015 Buick Engine 210

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MARCH 4, 2011

kW/h lithium-ion battery that can be recharged from an external 240V power source, Range_e can be driven on electric power alone for more than 20 miles. Range_e has a maximum system output of 339 PS (334 hp, 249 kW) and a top speed of around 120 mph (193 km/h), delivering a fuel economy of 85 mpg UK (71 mpg US, 3.32

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Land Rover Plug-in Diesel Hybrid 218

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AUGUST 23, 2012

Technology designed to reduce emissions and make heavy-duty truck engines compliant with the 2010 EPA regulations apparently is resulting in more heavy-duty truck owners experiencing problems with the engine, according to the study. —Brent Gruber, director of the commercial vehicle practice at JD Power and Associates.

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Engine EPA Emissions Power 268

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JUNE 13, 2011

will begin selling a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle as early as 2013. The car, to be a remodeled version of the Swift hatchback, will use a small lithium-ion battery capable of powering it for about 30 km (19 miles) on a full charge, according to the report. mpg US, or 2.7 The Nikkei reports that Suzuki Motor Corp.

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Suzuki 2013 PHEV Li-ion 218

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JULY 24, 2014

The new plug-in Cayenne S E-Hybrid is displacing the Cayenne S Hybrid (a parallel full hybrid introduced in 2010) from the line-up—as the Panamera S E-Hybrid did to the older Panamera hybrid. kWh, which enables an all-electric driving range of 18 to 36 km (11 to 22 miles), depending on the style of driving and route topography.

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Cayenne Porsche Plug-in Plug 218

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JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). The 2010 NRC study, conducted under contract to. CAR used this study to estimate the likely cost and price impact on new motor vehicles for three different powertrain pathways: spark-ignited; compression-ignited; and electrification.

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Fuel Economy Economy Auto Industry Standards 199

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AUGUST 10, 2010

A team from the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) compiled a detailed lifecycle inventory of a Li-ion battery and produced a rough lifecycle analysis (LCA) of battery-electric vehicle mobility. The ICEV reference vehicle was a new efficient gasoline car (Euro 5 standard) consuming 5.2 Notter et al.

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Li-ion Batteries Battery Gasoline-Electric 335

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AUGUST 3, 2010

Funding through GM Ventures will allow Bright to begin ramping up the development of the production program for the IDEA in the third quarter of 2010. In this case, our funding of Bright Automotive will accelerate the introduction of advanced propulsion and light-weight technologies in the commercial vehicle market.

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Bright Automotive GM PHEV General Motors 207

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The all-electric range (AER) is now up to 320 miles, a 20% range increase over the 2023 model. All three models have a regulated top speed of 127 miles per hour. All Polestar 2 models qualify for the $7,500 federal IRA Clean Vehicle credit when leased, and for HOV lane stickers. with 0-60 mph times of 5.9 seconds in 0-60 times.

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Motor Motors Motoring Volvo 73

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JULY 16, 2009

The third phase of a SDG&E multi-year in-use study on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles showed that plug-in hybrids offer significant improvements in gas mileage and reductions in emissions when compared with standard hybrid-electric and gasoline internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Earlier post.)

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Gasoline-Electric San Diego Gasoline PHEV 186

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DECEMBER 28, 2009

liter V-8 Mustang GT deliver projected fuel economy of up to 25 mpg US on the highway cycle—better than the pervious model—despite its performance. An additional element is the increased capacity and baffling of the deep-sump stamped steel oil pan to enable sustained high-rpm use and offer the convenience of 10,000-mile oil change intervals.

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Ford Fuel Economy Exhaust MPG 255

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

resulting in a 15% improvement in total cost per mile while maintaining similar reliability and operational performance as compared to conventional vehicles, according to an assessment by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Eaton hybrid system schematic. Click to enlarge. Eaton Corp.

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Fuel Economy Economy Eaton Hybrid 210

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JULY 26, 2010

The 2010 Ford Explorer 2WD with a 4.0L V6 is EPA-rated at 14 mpg US city, 20 mpg US highway and 16 mpg US (14.7 Estimated fuel economy improves by more than 30%, putting the fuel efficiency of the Ford Explorer in line with sedans such as the 2010 Toyota Camry V6. Targeted durability is 10 years, or 150,000 miles.

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2011 Ford SUV Fuel Economy 186