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DOE: in 2018, 27% of new light-duty vehicles in US had fuel economies > 30 mpg

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MAY 21, 2019

In 2018, 27% of new light-duty vehicles sold in the US had fuel economies of more than 30 miles per gallon (783 l/100 km), according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). By contrast, none of the light-duty vehicles produced in 1975 had fuel economy greater than 30 miles per gallon (mpg). In 1995, 4.4% In 2018, 2.4%

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Fuel Economy MPG 2018 Economy

EPA: preliminary data show average fuel economy of new light-duty vehicles reached a record high of 25.7 MPG in 2020

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MARCH 16, 2021

Preliminary data in EPA’s 2020 Automotive Trends Report shows average fuel economy for model year 2020 light-duty vehicles increased to 25.7 miles per gallon (MPG). If this preliminary data holds, that will be a new record high for average new light-duty vehicle fuel economy. Fuel economy decreased by 0.2 miles per gallon to 24.9

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA

Nissan unveils 2013 Altima Sedan; 38 mpg highway

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APRIL 4, 2012

2013 Altima. The Altima ranked as the second best-selling car in the US in 2011; the redesigned 2013 Altima Sedan goes on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in July at a starting MSRP of $21,500. The 2013 Altima equipped with the 4-cylinder, 2.5-liter The 2013 Altima equipped with the 4-cylinder, 2.5-liter

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MPG 2013 Nissan Fuel Economy

UMTRI: average new vehicle fuel economy in June up 0.3 mpg from June

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AUGUST 8, 2017

mpg from June, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). This increase likely reflects the decreased proportion of light trucks in the sales mix in July compared to June, they suggested. mpg from the peak of 25.5

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EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

Among the top-level findings was that Model year 2013 vehicles achieved an average of 24.1 mpg increase over the previous year and an increase of nearly 5 mpg since 2004. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA

New UMTRI report on US vehicle fuel economy from 1923-2013 suggests need to focus on improving lower tails in each vehicle class

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AUGUST 17, 2015

In a new report, researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) have calculated the actual, on-road fuel economy for the entire fleet of all vehicles in the US, and for different classes of vehicles, with primary interest in light-duty vehicles (cars, pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs), between 1923 and 2013.

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Fuel Economy Economy 2013 MPG

UMTRI: average fuel economy for US new vehicles in August hits high of 24.9 mpg

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

mpg from July and up 4.8 mpg since October 2007 (the. The average sales-weighted fuel economy was calculated from the monthly sales of individual models of light-duty vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans, and pickup trucks) and the combined city/highway fuel-economy ratings published in the EPA Fuel Economy Guide (i.e., value is up 0.1

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VW 2013 Jetta Hybrid to start at $24,995

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OCTOBER 4, 2012

is pricing the 2013 Jetta Hybrid starting at $24,995 and ranging up to $31,180 for the Hybrid SEL Premium. Manufacturer-estimated combined fuel economy is 45 mpg (5.2 The 2013 Jetta Hybrid model range includes: Hybrid (available by order only). The 2013 Jetta Hybrid SE starts at $26,990. Volkswagen of America, Inc.

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2013 Hybrid MPH Light

Toyota Europe hybrid sales up 43% year-on-year in 2013; almost 18.5% of total TME sales, 28% in W. Europe

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MARCH 4, 2014

At the Geneva Motor Show, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) announced that European sales of hybrid vehicles reached an all-time high in 2013 totaling 156,863 units, up 43% year-on-year. In 2013 total Toyota Motor Europe sales reached 847,540 vehicles, an increase of 9,569 units from 2012, equalling a 0.2 mpg US), with 85 g/km CO 2.

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LS 600H Europe 2013 Sale

Ford doubles electric drive market share in US from 2012 to 2013; surging with plug-in hybrids

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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. for the first nine months of 2013. Monthly 2013 sales of Ford electric drive vehicles. so far in 2013: 7,635 units out of an industry total of 32,718 plug-in hybrids.

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Plug-in 2013 2012 Plug

Ford prices Auto Start-Stop system in non-hybrid 2013 Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost model at $295

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APRIL 2, 2012

Ford is offering the Auto Start-Stop system on its new non-hybrid 2013 Fusion equipped with a 1.6-liter Studies show drivers encounter an average of 10 to 15 red lights and stop signs on a typical 20 mile commute, which can add 5 to 15 minutes of idle time and wasted gas. Fuel-economy includes: 2013 Fusion 1.6-liter

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Fusion 2013 Auto Ford

About 40% of GM vehicles sold rated at least 30 mpg on highway, up from 16% three years ago

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APRIL 2, 2012

GM expects to post 100,000 units of more of the 12 GM vehicles that are EPA-rated at 30 mpg US or better on the highway—the highest total in company history—when it reports March sales on Tuesday. This includes the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS 2.5-liter liter and 2.0-liter

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MPG GM Buick Cadillac

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

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MARCH 26, 2015

—Michael Ruth, Director/Technical Project Leader, Advanced Light-Duty. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg). The Highway Fuel Economy Test (HFET) and FTP-75 Test (city) cycles demonstrated fuel economy above 35 mpg (6.72 mpg (12.45 mpg (12.45 mpg city and 34.3 mpg highway. Cummins Inc. ATLAS target.

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Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Light

Chevrolet introduces 2013 Malibu ECO with eAssist

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APRIL 20, 2011

Chevrolet has introduced the 2013 Malibu ECO, its most fuel-efficient midsize sedan yet. The Malibu ECO features GM’s eAssist light electrification technology ( earlier post ), which is engineered to deliver an estimated 26 mpg in city driving and 38 mpg on the highway. Chevrolet Malibu ECO PowerFlow screen.

Chevrolet

Chevrolet 2013 Lithium Ion Fuel Economy

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

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MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 In 2011, GM announced the 2013 Malibu ECO, which featured GM’s mild hybrid eAssist light electrification technology ( earlier post ). engine with start/stop.

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt

UMTRI monthly report shows large drop in new-vehicle fuel economy in September

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OCTOBER 3, 2014

mpg from the value in August, according to the monthly report from University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) researchers Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle. This large drop likely reflects the increased sales of light trucks and SUVs, they said. Average sales-weighted mpg. l/100 km), down 0.5

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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. 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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Study finds recent achieved CAFE performance outpacing levels projected to be achieved by NHTSA

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OCTOBER 3, 2013

Average monthly and model year fleet-wide achieved CAFE performance levels (light purple) versus NHTSA projected achieved CAFE levels (blue) for model years 2008 through 2016. Schoettle and Sivak 2013. Additionally, they found, achieved CAFE performance has consistently increased annually from model year 2008 through model year 2013.

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Fuel Economy MPG 2013 2012

UMTRI: automakers have surpassed new CAFE requirements for past 3 years

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OCTOBER 22, 2014

Since then, CAFE performance has exceeded projected levels for 2012, 2013 and 2014—the three years the current standard has been in effect. mpg for model year 2012, 0.1 mpg for model year 2013 and 0.2 mpg for model year 2014. mpg for model year 2012, 0.1 mpg for model year 2013 and 0.2

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Fuel Economy MPG 2008 2014

Average US new vehicle fuel economy in December down from November; 2017 average unchanged from 2016

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JANUARY 5, 2018

mpg from the revised value for November, according to the monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). This drop likely reflects the increased proportion of light trucks versus passenger cars in the sales mix, they suggested. mpg from the peak of 25.5

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy 2016

Jaguar 2014 XF features new 2.2L diesel with stop-start; 48 mpg US

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JUNE 14, 2013

liter diesel ECO2 engine; the MY14 XF with the 161 hp (120 kW) ECO2 engine is capable of achieving 48 mpg US (4.9 ECO2 diesel also has new larger Exhaust Gas Recirculation valves and a revised cooling assembly which combine to reduce emissions figures by a further 6 g/km of CO 2 over the 2013 Jaguar XF. Jaguar’s new 2.2L

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MPG 2014 Diesel Exhaust

GM makes eAssist standard on the 2013 Buick Regal; new SAE paper coming at World Congress

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FEBRUARY 7, 2012

GM is continuing the deployment of the eAssist light electrification system ( earlier post ) as a standard across its platforms. Starting with the arrival of 2013 models, eAssist will be standard on the Regal with the discontinuation of the 2.4L The Regal with eAssist achieves an EPA-estimated 36 highway mpg (6.5 base model.

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Congress Buick 2013 GM

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values. In MY 2013, there were 11 EVs and 4 PHEVs available in the market; MY 2014 has 12 (counting the Tesla Model S 60 and 80 as one) EVs on the market and 10 PHEVs, along with the lone CNG car, the Honda Civic. Click to enlarge.

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2014 Mitsubishi Mirage: $12,995 For 40 MPG Minicar

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 16, 2013

The specification list and gas mileage for the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage read more like a car from the 1980s--but it''s coming to market with a distinctly 2013 price tag.

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi MPG 2014 2013

GM: new Sierra 5.3L V-8 EcoTec3 highway fuel economy tops Ford EcoBoost V-6

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APRIL 1, 2013

EcoTec3 V-8 engine ( earlier post ) equipped with direct injection, cylinder deactivation (AFM) and variable valve timing to achieve EPA estimates of 16 mpg city (14.7 l/100 km) with two-wheel drive or 16/22 mpg (14.7/10.7 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ram 1500. 2013 Ram 1500.

Sierra

Sierra Fuel Economy Economy F-150

Report: Mazda to sell diesel hybrid cars in Japan and Europe in FY16

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AUGUST 13, 2014

Mazda aims to develop diesel-powered hybrid cars that can travel about 40 kilometers per liter [94 mpg US or 2.5 l/100 km] of light oil—about 30 percent farther than ordinary diesel-powered vehicles run, according to sources. Diesel-powered vehicles account for 50 percent of new car sales in Europe.

Mazda

Mazda Japan Diesel Europe

UMTRI: average new vehicle fuel economy in US dropped slightly in April

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MAY 5, 2014

mpg from the value for March, according to the monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. They suggested that the drop likely reflects the increased proportion of light trucks among newly purchased vehicles. l/100 km)—down 0.2 Click to enlarge.

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Kia enhances 2014 Optima Hybrid

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FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Debuting with its own exclusive enhancements, including front and rear fascia updates designed to increase aerodynamic efficiency, new wheel designs, and unique grille and lighting elements, the 2014 Optima Hybrid improves upon its predecessor, which was named one of the “Top 11 Most Fuel-Efficient Sedans for 2013” by Edmunds.com.

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2014 Kia Hybrid MPG

EPAs GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles; Special Credits To Encourage PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs

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APRIL 2, 2010

mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 mpg US (6.9 2012; 2013 3014 2015 2016. mpg US (EPA). Final CAFE mpg US (NHTSA). Light trucks. mpg US (EPA). Final CAFE mpg US (NHTSA). Final CAFE mpg US (NHTSA). mpg US (EPA). Final CAFE mpg US (NHTSA). off-cycle”).

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EPA Standards Light PHEV

Study finds that increased vehicle travel and decreased occupancy have undercut the impact of improving fuel economy over last 40 years

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MARCH 6, 2013

Sivak found that while the vehicle fuel economy of the entire light-duty fleet improved by 40% (from 13 mpg US to 21.6 mpg US, or from 18.1 mpg US to 29.8 mpg US, or 9.5 —Sivak 2013. occupants carried) decreased by 27% (from 1.9 l/100km to 10.9 of workers not working at home drove to work alone.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel North America

Mercedes-Benz introduces new Vito mid-size van; up to 41.3 mpg US, new front-wheel drive option

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JULY 29, 2014

The new front-wheel drive Vito is a very light vehicle, and is being marketed at a very attractive price. The new Vito comes with halogen headlights as standard, but it can also be ordered with the optional LED Intelligent Light System (ILS). Between the time of the Vito’s market launch in 1995 and the end of 2013 nearly 1.2

Mercedes

Mercedes MPG Diesel Standards

Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssist goes on sale in Q1 2012; estimated 37 mpg highway

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DECEMBER 12, 2011

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. engine; GM estimates highway fuel economy of 37 mpg US (6.4 Malibu Eco with eAssist. Click to enlarge. Aerodynamic improvements.

Chevrolet

Chevrolet MPG 2012 Sale

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

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AUGUST 15, 2013

mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure). liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. In the first half of 2013, for example, 173,362 units of the A and B?Class The measures here include the roof spoiler lip and the aerodynamically shaped tail lights.

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV

BMW i8 customer demand exceeding planned production; improved fuel consumption

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MARCH 11, 2014

Customers have already been able to place pre-orders for the BMW i8 in all major markets since autumn 2013; BMW says that demand for the BMW i8 is already exceeding the planned production volume during ramp-up. liter/100 km (112 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. l/100km (94 mpg US). mpg US) is achievable. BMW eDrive.

BMW

BMW Fuel Production MPG

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

Energy consumption by light-duty vehicles in the United States, AEO2013 and AEO2014, 1995-2040 (quadrillion Btu). Electric power generation from renewables is bolstered by legislation enacted at the beginning of 2013 extending tax credits for generation from wind and other renewable technologies. quadrillion Btu in 2012 to 12.1

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Oil Light Energy Vehicles

Chevrolet MY 2014 Impala full-size sedan to offer 2.4L eAssist powertrain, estimated 35 mpg highway

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APRIL 4, 2012

Chevrolet is unveiling its all-new 2014 Impala at the New York Auto Show; the redesigned full-size flagship sedan goes on sale in early 2013 as the model’s 10 th generation. It is estimated at 182 horsepower (134 kW) and is expected to achieve 35 mpg US (6.7 V-6, new 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L L/100 km) on the highway.

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2014 Chevrolet MPG Buick

Cummins progressing with lightweight downsized T2B2 diesel for pickup; 40% improvement in fuel economy over gasoline V8

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 6(2):372-381 doi: 10.4271/2013-01-0535.

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Toyota introduces 4th gen RAV4; discontinues V6 option as segment moves towards more fuel efficiency

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

2013 RAV4 Click to enlarge. The all-new fourth-generation 2013 RAV4 crossover SUV made its world debut at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show. RAV4 front-wheel-drive models have received EPA-estimated fuel efficiency ratings of 24 mpg city/31 highway (9.8 l/100km, respectively).

Toyota

Toyota Fuel MPG Highlander

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

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MARCH 28, 2013

unveiled its first production hybrid vehicle, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. Based on the XV Crosstrek crossover introduced for 2013, the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid model arrives in Subaru dealerships in the fourth quarter of 2013. Subaru of America, Inc. A 100V, 13.5

Hybrid

Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Production Gasoline-Electric

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

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MARCH 31, 2014

Selected result parameters for the C 180 compared with its predecessor from 2013 [unit / car]. For example, the iron demand is less because the share of steel is less, while the bauxite demand increases because of the higher light alloy share. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of discontinuation in 2013 to between 5.5

Mercedes

Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

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JUNE 29, 2012

For the 2013 XF and XJ lineup, Jaguar is adding two new downsized forced induction gasoline powerplants: 3.0-liter A green ‘ECO’ symbol on the dashboard lights up when the engine is shut down by the system. l/100km (26 mpg US) on the EU Combined cycle and CO 2 emissions of 207 g/km. l/100km (25 mpg US) and 216 g/km of CO 2.

Gasoline

Gasoline Engine 2013 MPH

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

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JANUARY 18, 2013

legal light-duty vehicles from 1984 to present. Data has been collected for 23 light-duty vehicles at ORNL’s vehicle research laboratory and a valuable data set for 51 vehicles was loaned to ORNL by Chrysler, LLC under a non-disclosure agreement. Percent mpg decrease for a given 10 mph increase based on 74 vehicles. Data range.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPH

BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

BMW unveiled the BMW i8 2+2 plug-in hybrid sports car ( earlier post ) today at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. They generate a pure-white, extremely bright light that is pleasant to the eye.

BMW

BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG

Chevrolet adds more advanced safety features to Sonic subcompact

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

In Siri Eyes Free mode, the button allows sessions with Siri to begin and end without the phone’s screen lighting up, helping to minimize distractions. The 2013 model was named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It delivers 40 mpg highway with the 1.4L

Chevrolet

Chevrolet South Korea MPG 2014

DOE: in 2018, 27% of new light-duty vehicles in US had fuel economies > 30 mpg

EPA: preliminary data show average fuel economy of new light-duty vehicles reached a record high of 25.7 MPG in 2020

Nissan unveils 2013 Altima Sedan; 38 mpg highway

UMTRI: average new vehicle fuel economy in June up 0.3 mpg from June

EPA annual trends report finds new vehicle fuel economy at record 24.1 mpg; new powertrain technologies rapidly gaining share

New UMTRI report on US vehicle fuel economy from 1923-2013 suggests need to focus on improving lower tails in each vehicle class

UMTRI: average fuel economy for US new vehicles in August hits high of 24.9 mpg

VW 2013 Jetta Hybrid to start at $24,995

Toyota Europe hybrid sales up 43% year-on-year in 2013; almost 18.5% of total TME sales, 28% in W. Europe

Ford doubles electric drive market share in US from 2012 to 2013; surging with plug-in hybrids

Ford prices Auto Start-Stop system in non-hybrid 2013 Fusion 1.6L EcoBoost model at $295

About 40% of GM vehicles sold rated at least 30 mpg on highway, up from 16% three years ago

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Chevrolet introduces 2013 Malibu ECO with eAssist

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

UMTRI monthly report shows large drop in new-vehicle fuel economy in September

EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

Study finds recent achieved CAFE performance outpacing levels projected to be achieved by NHTSA

UMTRI: automakers have surpassed new CAFE requirements for past 3 years

Average US new vehicle fuel economy in December down from November; 2017 average unchanged from 2016

Jaguar 2014 XF features new 2.2L diesel with stop-start; 48 mpg US

GM makes eAssist standard on the 2013 Buick Regal; new SAE paper coming at World Congress

EPA Trends on EVs and PHEVs; beginning of a “measurable and meaningful impact” on new vehicle fuel economy and emissions

2014 Mitsubishi Mirage: $12,995 For 40 MPG Minicar

GM: new Sierra 5.3L V-8 EcoTec3 highway fuel economy tops Ford EcoBoost V-6

Report: Mazda to sell diesel hybrid cars in Japan and Europe in FY16

UMTRI: average new vehicle fuel economy in US dropped slightly in April

Kia enhances 2014 Optima Hybrid

EPAs GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles; Special Credits To Encourage PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs

Study finds that increased vehicle travel and decreased occupancy have undercut the impact of improving fuel economy over last 40 years

Mercedes-Benz introduces new Vito mid-size van; up to 41.3 mpg US, new front-wheel drive option

Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssist goes on sale in Q1 2012; estimated 37 mpg highway

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

BMW i8 customer demand exceeding planned production; improved fuel consumption

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

Chevrolet MY 2014 Impala full-size sedan to offer 2.4L eAssist powertrain, estimated 35 mpg highway

Cummins progressing with lightweight downsized T2B2 diesel for pickup; 40% improvement in fuel economy over gasoline V8

Toyota introduces 4th gen RAV4; discontinues V6 option as segment moves towards more fuel efficiency

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

Jaguar adds two new smaller forced induction gasoline engines to 2013 XF and XJ lineup; 8-speed automatic and start-stop

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

BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

Chevrolet adds more advanced safety features to Sonic subcompact

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