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MARCH 28, 2012

Mercedes-Benz is introducing the new E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID; the luxury-class diesel hybrid offers fuel consumption of 4.2 L of diesel/100 km (56 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. This diesel hybrid will be available in the European market as a Saloon and Estate from the third quarter 2012. in-line diesel.

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Hybrid Mercedes Diesel Fuel Economy 321

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2012

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE)’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has published a report on an 18-month evaluation of in-service second-generation diesel-electric hybrid delivery vans and found significant fuel economy benefits of the hybrids compared to similar conventional vans. mpg, 13% greater than the 9.2

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Fuel Economy Economy Hybrid Diesel 350

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MARCH 26, 2012

mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 87 g/km, at Ford’s Cologne Assembly plant in Germany. liter Duratorq TDCi diesel engine and provides 205 N·m (151 lb-ft) of torque; it will be available in three-door and five-door form and in a variety of trim levels, depending on market. liter TDCi diesel engines; the 1.25-liter 100 km (71.2

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MPG Ford Fuel Economy Production 301

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

GM’s Opel has introduced a diesel Corsa 1.3 mpg US)—equivalent to 88 g CO 2 /km in its three-door version, and 3.4 l/100 km (69 mpg US) and 89 g/km CO 2) in its five-door version. liters diesel per 100 km (67 mpg US) and emissions of 94 g/km CO 2. CDTI ecoFLEX. Click to enlarge. l/100 km (71.3

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MPG Diesel CO2 Oil 255

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OCTOBER 4, 2013

Ford’s changing share of the hybrid-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, battery-electric vehicle segments and total ED market in the US in 2012 and YTD 2013. in calendar year 2012 to 14.7% Accordingly, in 2012, Ford only held a 7.5% in 2012 to 23.3% Data: EDTA, Ford Motor. Click to enlarge. Chart at right.).

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Plug-in 2013 2012 Plug 381

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MARCH 15, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual report summarizing key trends in carbon dioxide emissions, fuel economy, and CO 2 - and fuel economy-related technology for gasoline- and diesel-fueled personal vehicles sold in the United States, from model years (MY) 1975 through 2012. l/100km) or more.

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Fuel Economy 2012 EPA Economy 284

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

mpg US), equivalent to 85 gCO 2 /km. l/100 km (62 mpg US) ( earlier post ); first deliveries of the production version of this Golf BlueMotion were made in October of the same year. At the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris, Volkswagen is unveiling a new Golf BlueMotion concept car. This Golf concept, powered by another new 1.6-liter

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MPG Concept 2013 Fuel 359

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. Since 1975, half of car production has consistently been within several mpg of each other. mpg, which is 0.5 mpg higher than MY 2012. mpg higher than MY 2012), and for trucks is 19.8 mpg (annual increase of 0.5

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

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MAY 8, 2014

TDI diesel engine at the 35 th International Vienna Motor Symposium. The new V6 diesel features a number of advanced technologies. Also, for the first time, a NO x storage catalytic converter has been combined with a diesel particulate filter and SCR injection in a single assembly. mpg US), 194 g CO 2 per km (312.2

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

The new Range Rover offers a choice of three engines (one gasoline and two diesel); a high-efficiency diesel hybrid model will be coming in 2013, with target CO 2 emissions of 169 g/km. The new Ranger Rover currently offers a choice of a gasoline 510PS (503 hp, 375 kW) LR-V8 Supercharged engine and two diesel (3.0-liter

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

The final model year (MY) 2012 adjusted, real world CO 2 emissions rate is 376 g/mi—a 22 g/mi decrease (-5.5%) relative to MY 2011. MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

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NOVEMBER 18, 2011

The new Audi A1 Sportback, which will go on-sale in 2012, is a five-door version of the compact 3-door A1. Buyers in Europe will be able to choose between three TFSI gasoline and three TDI diesel four-cylinder direct-injection engines producing between 63 kW (86 hp) and 136 kW (185 hp). Audi A1 Sportback. Click to enlarge.

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MPG Audi Diesel Fuel 218

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JULY 12, 2013

Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile. —2012 Sustainability Report. Earlier post.). MWh/vehicle.

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017 275

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MAY 2, 2013

MPG: A Progress Report on Achievability ”—of the response of consumers and automakers as both begin to experience the effects of the newly adopted federal fuel economy standard. Those who say fuel economy is very important expect to get twelve miles more per gallon (mpg) from their next vehicle than those who say it is not important.

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Europe MPG Fuel Fuel Economy 281

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

Volvo Cars confirmed that it will introduce a series-produced plug-in hybrid diesel as early as 2012. Volvo had first suggested the 2012 date for a diesel PHEV in September 2009. liters per 100 km (124 mpg US), according to Volvo. Earlier post.).

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Volvo 2012 PHEV 2011 170

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JUNE 10, 2013

At the 2012 Los Angeles Motor Show in December, Audi of America announced the significant expansion of its diesel model line-up with the addition of A8, A7, A6, and Q5 TDI diesel models to the Q7 and A3 TDI already on sale in the US. 24 mpg 6.34 38 mpg 6.19 29 mpg 8.11 24 mpg 6.34 38 mpg 6.19

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MAY 4, 2012

They presented these latest results in a paper at the recent SAE 2012 World Congress, and participated as well in the SAE 2012 High Efficiency IC Engine Symposium immediately preceding the World Congress. mpg US (4.8 better than a diesel engine (46.6 mpg US/5.05 mpg US/6.0 L/100km): 4.7% L/100km) and 24.8%

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Fuel Economy Gasoline MPG Economy 262

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JULY 11, 2011

Peugeot previewed the new Peugeot 508 RXH, a diesel-electric hybrid featuring four-wheel drive via the 2.0L The diesel-electric hybrid drive unit in the 508 RXH delivers maximum power of 147 kW (200 bhp) and maximum torque of 450 N·m (332 lb-ft). L/100 km (56 mpg US), with emissions of 109 g/km of CO 2. the 3008 Hybrid4.

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Diesel Hybrid MPG Electrical 210

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Audi of America is taking a more aggressive stance with diesel in the US, both in terms of product offerings and in policy. diesel engine, more details of which will emerge closer to launch. As of September 2012, a third of Q7 models sold, and more than 55% of A3 models sold, are diesel. Earlier post.)

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Diesel Audi Engine Los Angeles 252

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OCTOBER 29, 2013

EcoBoost-powered Fiesta sub-compact, arriving at dealers later this year, at 45 mpg (5.2 The fuel economy rating outperforms some competitors’ diesels and hybrids on the highway driving cycle. This also makes the Fiesta the only car in its class that produces more than 120 horsepower (89 kW) and achieves 45 mpg on the highway.

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MPG EPA Fuel Economy Honda Insight 199

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APRIL 3, 2012

Porsche will offer the Cayenne Diesel in the United States market for the first time beginning with the 2013 model year. The third-generation 2013 Boxster, the first all-new design since its debut in 1996, is also on display at the New York International Auto Show along with the Cayenne Diesel. The Cayenne Diesel is powered by a 3.0-liter

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Cayenne Diesel 2013 Porsche 218

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APRIL 19, 2011

The 2012 Beetle offered in the US provides a choice of three engines: the 2.5L TDI Clean Diesel; and the 2.0L Volkswagen’s DSG 6-speed dual-clutch transmission will be offered on the TDI Clean Diesel and 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel engine produces 140 hp (104 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque. The Beetle 2.0L

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Gasoline Diesel Engine MPG 218

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MARCH 4, 2011

The Range_e development 4WD diesel PHEV. This development model features a plug-in hybrid diesel-electric powertrain that Land Rover expects to make available in future production models, following the scheduled launch of its diesel-electric hybrid in 2013. Click to enlarge. Using a parallel hybrid system with a 14.2

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Land Rover Plug-in Diesel Hybrid 218

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

The 400 kg (curbweight) Aixam quadricycle, with a 400cc two-cylinder diesel, is an example of the size and weight needed in future city vehicles, Meilhan suggests. Worldwide, not more than 100,000 electric vehicles are expected to be sold in 2012. for 2012, it is even lower for Europe with 0.21%. l/100km (66 mpg US).

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MPG Tax Gasoline-Electric 2012 385

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JANUARY 27, 2011

At the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, Volvo Cars will unveil the V60 diesel Plug-in Hybrid—a virtually production-ready car with carbon dioxide emissions below 50 g/km, which translates into fuel consumption of some 1.9 L/100 km (124 mpg US). Earlier post.) The front wheels of the V60 Plug-in Hybrid will be driven by a five-cylinder 2.4-liter

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Plug-in Volvo Plug Hybrid 240

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JANUARY 10, 2013

l/100 km (65 mpg US) according to the MVEG cycle and CO 2 emissions of 92 g/km—making the new A 180 the most fuel-efficient combustion-engined Mercedes-Benz yet, according to the company. l/100 km (45 mpg US) and 120 g of CO 2 /km is likewise one of the most efficient vehicles in its class. diesel) and 0.3 A 180 CDI BE.

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Gasoline Mercedes Diesel Fuel 225

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MAY 25, 2011

In Germany, the 2012 Tiguan will arrive on the market in mid-June; other European countries will follow at the beginning of August, and overseas markets at the end of August. L/100km (27 mpg US) down to 5.3 l/100 km (44 mpg US) for the two front-wheel drive Tiguans 2.0 L/100 km (41 mpg US). The new Tiguan.

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MPG SUV Fuel Germany 199

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OCTOBER 25, 2011

The Takeri diesel concept. The TAKERI features the new SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine, as well as Mazda’s idling stop system i-stop, and a new regenerative braking system. The CX-5 will be Mazda’s first production model equipped with the new SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine. mpg US, 5.4 mpg US, 6.25

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Mazda Japan Diesel Cleaning 210

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AUGUST 11, 2011

L diesel/100 km) withoutput of 96 kW/130 hp. Model Year 2012 brings two new ecoFLEX models into the Astra line-up. Model Year 2012 brings two new ecoFLEX models into the Astra line-up. CDTI diesel engine features a new engine management system completely designed by Opel engineers. liters per 100 km (46 mpg US) for the 1.2-liter

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2012 GM MPG Gasoline-Electric 186

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FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Volkswagen will bring the new Beetle TDI diesel ( earlier post ), unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show, to market in the US this summer as a 2013 model. Pricing of the diesel model, which is joining the gasoline-fueled Beetle 2.5L liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine. liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine.

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Diesel Sale Exhaust Engine 246

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2012

BMW is making a number of enhancements to its 1 and 3 Series in fall 2012. In future, there will be a choice of four diesel and two gasoline engines for the new BMW 3 Series Touring. The range of diesel engines available for the BMW 1 Series is being further extended as from the autumn of 2012. Click to enlarge.

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BMW Fuel Economy Diesel Emissions 225

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FEBRUARY 21, 2011

The diesel PHEV will go on sale in 2012. The interaction between diesel and electric power is handled via a control system. The diesel engine and electric motor interact to provide an optimized balance between driving pleasure and low environmental impact. L/100 km (124 mpg US). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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Plug-in Diesel Volvo Plug 236

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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 Supertruck technologies for 55% thermal efficiency and 68% freight efficiency (DEER 2012). Cummins Inc. David Koeberlein, Cummins.

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Peterbilt Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 342

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NOVEMBER 23, 2012

e-HDi 92ch with a 5-speed manual gearbox; equivalent to 67 mpg US.>. at the end of May 2012. To achieve this, several approaches are used: the diesel-electric hybrids (HYbrid4 technology), reducing the weight of vehicles, a new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline engines, and second-generation eHDi Stop&Start. HDi and 1.6

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Engine Fuel Oil Kits 287

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APRIL 14, 2011

Renault has begun production of the new Energy dCi 130 diesel engine ( earlier post ) at its Cléon site is starting production of the new flagship in Renault’s powertrain range, the Diesel Energy dCi 130. mpg US) or 117 gCO 2 /km. The new unit is expected to account for around 30% of the site’s total engine output from 2012.

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Diesel Energy Fuel Production 230

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Audi has introduced the latest version of the SQ5 TDI diesel. The SQ5 TDI was first introduced in the fall of 2012 as the first Audi S model powered by a diesel engine. In its latest version, the three-liter V6 delivers 251 kW (341 PS) and 700 N·m (516.3 lb-ft) of torque. Combined fuel consumption is 7.0 l/100km (33.6

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APRIL 18, 2011

It’s been more than a decade since Volkswagen’s new-generation ‘New Beetle’ first hit showrooms but a successor is finally here, making its debut this week at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show before reappearing just a couple of days later at the 2011 New York Auto Show. It won’t be on sale in the U.S.

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