Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Electric cars, hybrids, plug-ins, diesels, CNG- and gasoline-powered vehicles--they can all be green cars, and all are a part of the growing movement to cleaner emissions and better fuel efficiency. Just one of them will be Green Car Reports' Best Car To Buy 2013.

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 4, 2012

The 2013 Ford C-Max is the first car from any U.S. manufacturer to take aim directly at the legendary Toyota Prius hybrid. Derived from a small "people carrier" of the sort that are common in Europe, it's Ford's first-ever dedicated hybrid--a vehicle sold with no gasoline-only equivalent (at least here).

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 23, 2017

What's a "green car"? Is it a hybrid? Or just one that uses less fuel than other cars in its segment? It's a perpetual conundrum, for Green Car Reports among others, but it illustrates one of the longstanding challenges in the field. Will the market for green cars expand as more enter the market, or is.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 2, 2013

Tesla’s highly-anticipated second model has been named 2013 ‘World Green Car’ at the New York International Auto Show (NAIAS). The Model S-Tesla’s seven seat sedan model which went on sale late last year in the US-beat off competition from two other finalists; the Renault ZOE and the Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 21, 2012

The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid is one of the more eagerly awaited green cars coming this year. With fuel economy projected at up to 48 mpg city, it improves considerably on the well-regarded current Ford Fusion Hybrid, which is rated by the EPA at 41 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, for a combined overall rating of 39 mpg.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 10, 2012

At the 2012 Detroit auto show, Honda has given us a first glimpse of the next-generation, 2013 Honda Accord—in Coupe form—as well as an outline of the technology and features that will debut in the next-generation of its best-selling Sedan and Coupe.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

The XL Hybrids system in place. reduction in fuel consumption achieved with XL Hybrids’ aftermarket hybrid electric powertrain ( earlier post ) on a light-duty cargo van on the UDDS cycle (urban conditions). Integration of the XL Hybrids (XLH) system is right at the tail housing of the transmission. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 7, 2020

We look at how the Toyota RAV4 Prime compares to plug-in hybrid rivals. Toyota recalls Prius models over hybrid-system concerns. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Toyota has expanded a large recall of Prius and Prius V models, ranging from the 2013 through 2017 model years, to address a defect that could.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 15, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: we summarize our 2014 Detroit Auto Show coverage by looking at the important car and concept debuts, plug-in electric car sales in Canada rose 50 percent in 2013, and Toyota hybrid sales have now topped 6 million vehicles globally. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 11, 2013

Next week is the annual Detroit Auto Show, one of the most important events on the automotive calendar and increasingly a place for car companies to show off new green technology.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Extended range electric vehicle powertrain company ALTe ( earlier post ) is tracking to produce a limited number of production-caliber vehicle powertrains by December, and plans to ramp up production in the first quarter of 2013, said CEO John Thomas in a recent interview with Green Car Congress. —John Thomas.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 25, 2017

What new hybrid and plug-in cars are coming from Ford, which has been notably silent on that front since 2013? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending on Friday, November 24, 2017.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: The Toyota Prius C hybrid could get a convertible model in Japan, the Ford Edge could get a hybrid model with its next redesign, and we preview the green cars of the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Is this a good thing?

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 13, 2016

Honda and General Motors may expand their cooperation on green cars, according to a report in the Japanese media. In 2013 the two automakers signed a partnership to develop hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains, which remains in effect until at least 2020. Now, it appears they may collaborate on plug-in hybrids as well.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: Apps could help electric-car drivers see how much they''re saving, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid sedans are being recalled, and Nissan''s R&D chief says carbon fiber is for making airplanes, but not cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: The Quanta Corvette QHP770 is a real Corvette hybrid with 773 horsepower, Mitsubishi plans to make one fifth of the cars it sells plug-ins by 2020, and Honda will unveil a hydrogen fuel-cell concept car at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Japanese carmaker Honda is set to push forward with its green car efforts as it debuts a plug-in hybrid version of its popular Accord saloon car. The 2014 Honda Accord Plug-in Hybrid (pictured) will be able to run on electric power only for 10-15miles and will boast an overall driving range of more than 500miles [.].

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Green Cars News

JULY 16, 2013

Its hybrid car line-up has come under fire for its fuel consumption: but now Ford has revealed plans to enhance the fuel economy performance of its petrol-electric models. From August, it will introduce updates to the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid, 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid and the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid ([.].

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Green Cars News

APRIL 18, 2013

It’s official: Toyota hybrid cars have now sold more than five million models. According to official figures ending on March 31, 2013, Toyota hybrids have reached 5.125million in global sales: with around two million of these coming in the USA.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 16, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports, it''s all about the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid and its EPA gas-mileage rating. Home solar gets cheaper, we have an electric-car recall and a crash test of a different electric model, and we finish with a fun photo gallery. As rumored earlier in the day.'

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Green Cars News

JUNE 20, 2013

It was first introduced back in April at the Auto Shanghai 2013 event, and now the Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupe plug-in hybrid (pictured) has made its official European debut on home turf in Berlin. Latest News Green cars Hybrid cars Volkswagen'

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Green Cars News

DECEMBER 19, 2012

The company has made 10 electric vehicle predictions for 2013, including that sales of plug-in vehicles in 2013 will continue to surpass those of the first years of hybrid vehicles with around 210,000 PEVs [.].

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 19, 2013

Hybrid cars are starting to make a serious impact in the area where they are arguably most heavily backed: the US state of California. According to new statistics from California Auto Outlook, hybrid vehicle market share has reached seven per cent in 2013: that''s a rise from 6.2 Latest News Green cars Hybrid cars'

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 21, 2013

The Toyota Prius c has been named the greenest car of 2013, with an environmental rating of 58, by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). The council which draws up an annual greenest list placed the new compact Prius model (similar to the Auris Hybrid sold here in the UK) ahead of competitors; [.].

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Green Cars News

MAY 21, 2013

Well, it''s time to think again if the standards of the Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid (pictured) are to be followed. The 2013 model has earned the five-star vehicle scor[.]. Latest News Green cars Hybrid cars Ford'

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Green Cars News

JULY 8, 2013

Famed for spearheading hybrid vehicles, it’s fairly common knowledge that Toyota was the first motor manufacturer to mass produce and market a hybrid car in 1997. Now in 2013 comes another groundbreaking car from Toyota - the Auris Touring Sports Hybrid - the world’s first full hybrid compact wago[.].

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Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: The Toyota Prius C hybrid could get a convertible model in Japan, the Ford Edge could get a hybrid model with its next redesign, and we preview the green cars of the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Cars News

MARCH 5, 2013

Tuesday, 5 March 2013. The Green Piece Column. The 83rd Geneva Motor Show opens today for two days of press previews (March 5 and 6, 2013) before opening to the rest of the auto industry and the general public for two weeks (March 7-17, 2013). As the doors open for the first big European motor [.].

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 10, 2014

The Renault Zoe and Lexus IS 300h have been named the safest cars in their respective classes for 2013 in Euro NCAP’s end-of-year list. Renault’s all-electric Zoe was the highest scoring Supermini in Euro NCAP crash tests last year while Lexus’ IS 300h, which emits 99g/km of CO2, came out tops in [.]. Lexus Renault'

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Green Car Reports

MAY 20, 2015

Today, Consumer Reports shows Tesla Model S door-handle issues haven't been completely expunged, Toyota Prius hybrid battery packs become the target of thieves in San Francisco, and 2012 and 2013 Nissan Leaf electric cars get significant lease-buyout credits. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: Tesla responds to last week''s Model S fire--and gets a ringing endorsement from the car''s owner--the 2013 Ford-Max Hybrid and Energi are recalled to add audible door chimes, and we offer five things you should know about gas mileage that will save you money. Tesla will offer a.'

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Woz") certainly likes his green cars. Over the years, he's owned a Toyota Prius hybrid and a Tesla Model S electric luxury sedan. CHECK OUT: From Apple To Tesla: Woz Follows The Trend, Buys Model S (Nov 2013) After getting a ride in the. Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak (a.k.a.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It is also currently the best-selling car brand in China. 100 7587 0 7587 0 0 6933 0 --:--:-- 0:00:01 --:--:-- 6935The company was formed in 2003 and has seen a steady growth since then—selling a variety of different models, including hybrids and all-electric cars. Clean Fleet Report reviewed the Vinfast VF 8 here.

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 19, 2011

US carmaker Chrysler has been relatively quiet in terms of green car innovations, but it is starting to make up for lost time with several announcements about hybrid vehicles. Next year it will add a hybrid version of the Chrysler 300 saloon car as well as adding a hybrid minivan in 2013.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

The Geneva Motor Show may be the focal point for most carmakers, and less than two weeks away, but Nissan (logo, pictured) has decided to announce some significant developments to its hybrid system a little early.

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 8, 2013

Tuesday 8 January, 2013. The Green Piece Column. It’s the year after the year after the year that was meant to be the ‘year of the electric car’. With that mouthful out of the way, now two years into the electric car revolution we look ahead into future to see what 2013 has to offer [.].

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 17, 2013

As cars get greener, there''s more controversy surrounding how we judge exactly how green they are. That tops the headlines this week in social media here at Green Car Reports, as Ford announced revised gas mileage stats for its 2013 C-Max Hybrid and promised to do better for 2014.

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