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JANUARY 20, 2014

liter Atkinson cycle combustion engine, evolved and matured from the third-generation Prius, together with a class-first full hybrid system (THS II with reduction gear) achieves fuel economy of 23.8 liter engine model (two-wheel and four-wheel drive models with idling-stop) exceed MLIT’s 2015 fuel economy standards by 20 percent.

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APRIL 17, 2014

2015 Outback. introduced the 5th-generation 2015 Outback. The 2015 all-wheel drive Outback offers the roomiest interior, most capable chassis and highest fuel-efficiency in the model’s 20-year history. These figures place the 2015 Outback 2.5i These figures place the 2015 Outback 2.5i The 2015 Outback 2.5i

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AUGUST 19, 2011

Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a draft of new fuel economy standards for cars that will require improvements of 24.1% Under japan’s current scheme, automakers must meet varying standards in 16 vehicle weight classes.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Utilized for a mass transit application, the EDI PowerDrive 6000 delivered high levels of performance as the system was deployed in the field to perform standard bus routes in place of its conventional counterpart. The buses performed well in real-life routes, verifying the system durability and high levels of quality.

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OCTOBER 7, 2014

2015 Jetta TDI. For 2015, Volkswagen has refined the entire sixth-generation Jetta lineup, endowing the compact with a crisper exterior design which also improves aerodynamics; an updated interior; a number of newly available driver assistance systems; and, significantly for the diesel model, the new 2.0T Fuel economy improvement.

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JANUARY 14, 2015

According to the latest annual life-cycle study from the Automotive Science Group ( ASG ), the all-new lightweight aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 leads the full-size light-duty truck competition in all environmental and economic performance areas; accordingly, ASG selected the F-150 as its Best Full-size Truck of 2015.

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MARCH 31, 2014

The C 180 (115 kW) with manual transmission was taken as the base variant of the new C-Class at market launch for the lifecycle analysis; it was compared with the corresponding preceding model. Production of the new C-Class results in a higher CO 2 emissions than in the case of the predecessor (7.3 The new C-Class.

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JANUARY 8, 2018

l/100 km) highway rating; a best-in-class 11,400 pounds (5,171 kg) of towing capacity and 2,020 pounds (916 kg) of payload capacity; plus best-in-class diesel 250 hp and 440 lb-ft (597 N·m) of torque. liter Power Stroke diesel fuel economy estimates will be published this spring. Final EPA F-150 3.0-liter

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

Eaton has introduced Procision, a new line of medium-duty dual-clutch transmissions, that delivers 8 to 10 percent better fuel economy than a similarly equipped vehicle with a torque converter automatic. These features can be disabled for even greater fuel economy if desired.

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OCTOBER 14, 2016

Combined with the CR-V’s more aerodynamic body, the new turbocharged engine will garner the highest EPA fuel economy ratings in the compact SUV class, Honda claimed. The 2017 CR-V further expands the application of Honda Sensing as standard equipment on EX and higher trims, expected to account for upwards of 75% of CR-V sales.

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MARCH 5, 2014

Ford’s MY 2015 F-Series Super Duty heavy-duty pickup trucks feature engine and chassis upgrades that together deliver best-in-class horsepower, torque and towing capacity. The new engine will also be featured on the MY 2016 F-650 and F-750 medium-duty trucks, available in spring 2015. Ford’s second-generation 6.7-liter

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JUNE 19, 2015

The 280 hp engine adds 30 hp (+12%) and 9 lb-ft of torque (+3.6%) over the 2015 Pilot model while receiving an EPA combined fuel-economy rating of 23 mpg (10.2 l/100 km) for the 2WD with nine-speed automatic transmission, up 2 mpg from the 2015 Pilot (+9.5%).

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AUGUST 15, 2013

2015 GLA-Class. Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. ECO stop/start is standard. Class and the new CLA Coupé were delivered worldwide (+58.0%). Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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MAY 27, 2015

A study by Carnegie Mellon University researchers comparing life cycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from different natural gas pathways for medium and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) found that the GHG reduction potentials of the pathways vary sharply between non-Class 8 MHDVs (e.g., refuse trucks and tractor-trailers).

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring an array of new driver assistance systems in addition to new fuel efficient engines. Eleven new or optimized assistance systems from the future S-Class make their world premiere in both the sedan and wagon models. New in the MY14 E-Class sedan is the 2.1-liter,

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OCTOBER 25, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have announced a proposed rulemaking for the first national standards to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improve fuel efficiency of heavy-duty trucks and buses.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2015

Honda gave the all-new 2016 Honda Pilot SUV its global premiere at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. This is the main reason why deactivating the cylinders contributes to improved fuel economy. This makes intake easier for the active cylinders, reducing intake pumping losses for improved fuel economy. The 2016 Pilot features a new 3.5-liter,

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NOVEMBER 17, 2013

The all-new 2015 Lincoln MKC small premium utility, unveiled last week, offers an all-new engine—a 2.3-liter Ford says the engine can deliver up to 15% better fuel economy than comparable six-cylinder engines. Class-exclusive Active Grille Shutters are designed to help improve MKC fuel efficiency at highway speeds.

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JUNE 13, 2010

Shanghai GM has outlined the next phase of its “Drive to Green” product strategy—launched in 2008 ( earlier post )—for 2011-2015. The joint venture between GM and SAIC intends to reduce fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions by 15% while improving performance 14% by 2015. all have class-leading fuel economy. liters and 2.5

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APRIL 2, 2010

Comparison of 2015-2020 new vehicle potential fuel-saving technologies for seven vehicle types: tractor trailer (TT), Class 3-6 box (box), Class 3-6 bucket (bucket), Class 8 refuse (refuse), transit bus (bus), motor coach (coach), and Class 2b pickups and vans (2b). Source: TIAX. Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 1, 2012

With AS&G (Auto Stop & Go, i.e., a stop-start system) and other technologies applied, the M and G trim levels achieve fuel economy of 27.2 This figure is more than 20% better than Japan’s 2015 Fuel Efficiency Standards. L/100km)—10% better than the 2015 standard. km/liter (64 mpg US, 3.7 km/liter (54.6

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APRIL 29, 2024

After a week full of major news , the company is back with perhaps its biggest announcement lately: a plan for a major partnership that will see the company greatly expand the use of its swappable battery standard. When the batteries first began circulation back in 2015, Gogoro estimated that the packs would last nearly a decade.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2015

presents a parametric analysis of factors that can influence advanced fuel and technology deployments in US Class 7–8 trucks through 2050. However, because the US has mandatory HDV efficiency standards in place, the rate of technology development and deployment will likely be faster than for trucks in the EU, the authors suggested.

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APRIL 21, 2016

The Clarity series will also feature advanced technologies, including Display Audio with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as well as standard Honda Sensing™ safety and driver-assistive technology. A more compact hybrid battery pack increases trunk capacity to a midsize hybrid class-leading 13.5 Accord Hybrid.

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JULY 1, 2023

When matched against the perennial standard of the Mercedes-Benz S500 , the G90 equals or bests this iconic German luxury car in many ways. Genesis began as a stand-alone company in 2015 and is just now hitting its stride with a line-up of sedans and SUVs that get rave reviews. But things are changing for them.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Major factors driving this growth include declining battery costs leading to more affordable EVs, expanded charging infrastructure, government incentives and standards, and corporate sustainability initiatives. It also proposed multi-pollutant emissions standards for light-duty and medium-duty vehicles for model years 2027 and later.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Automakers are turning to downsized turbocharged engines to satisfy more stringent global fuel economy and emission regulations and customer demand for better-performing vehicles. Regulations and emerging regions will fuel turbo growth worldwide.

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JANUARY 25, 2017

The 2017 edition of the BP Energy Outlook , published today, forecasts that global demand for energy will increase by around 30% between 2015 and 2035, an average growth of 1.3% billion cars in 2015 to 1.8 India is the largest growth market for coal, with its share of world coal demand doubling from around 10% in 2015 to 20% in 2035.

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JUNE 18, 2015

The aim was to make Malibu the most mass-efficient car in its class. EPA Highway Fuel Economy. 2015 Ford Fusion SE (2.5L). 2015 Toyota Camry LE (2.5L). 2015 Hyundai Sonata SE (2.4L). 2015 Honda Accord LX (2.4L). 2015 Nissan Altima SV (2.5L). 2015 Kia Optima EX (2.4L). EPA Highway Fuel Economy.

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OCTOBER 4, 2013

At launch, it will also meet greenhouse gas (GHG) requirements through 2016, and 2015 California Air Resources Board (ARB) standards, including on-board diagnostics. creates new opportunities for our OEM customers as a compact and lightweight engine that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency and total cost of ownership.

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MAY 12, 2017

ArcelorMittal’s Usibor is compatible with standard press hardening technologies and processes. Between 2006 and 2015, the use of advanced high-strength steels in vehicles has grown from an average of 81 pounds per vehicle (36.7 If you compare the stiffness-weight ratio, PHS is currently ahead of aluminum.

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MAY 16, 2013

The IS 300h achieves fuel economy of 23.2 This performance exceeds the 2015 fuel efficiency standards by 20% and the 2005 standards of the MLIT approval system for low-emission vehicles by 75%. Lexus unveiled the new 2014 IS sport sedan at the North American International Auto Show in January. Earlier post.). mpg US, 4.3

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FEBRUARY 20, 2015

In addition, a large improvement in natural gas vehicle efficiency would be necessary for natural gas to compete effectively against future best-in-class diesel engines in life-cycle greenhouse emissions. If the more efficient and more expensive HPDI engine is used in LNG trucking, system methane leakage must be under 2.8% Trucking ”.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

This highlights the role for additional policies to limit aviation emissions, notably the CO 2 standard being developed by the international civil aviation organization (ICAO) and a global market-based measure (MBM) to price aviation carbon. Transatlantic Airline Fuel Efficiency Ranking, 2014”.

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Fuel 2014 Climate Protection Emissions 150

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NOVEMBER 21, 2014

DOE plans ( DE-FOA-0001236 ) to issue in the February 2015 timeframe a funding opportunity (DE-FOA-0001237) to develop and to implement effective purchasing/procurement processes designed to coordinate and consolidate bulk alternative fuel vehicle and advanced vehicle orders and thus reduce the per-unit prices of commercially-available vehicles.

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DECEMBER 10, 2014

Significant growth in the global middle class, expansion of emerging economies and an additional 2 billion people in the world will contribute to a 35% increase in energy demand by 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s latest Outlook for Energy report. The OECD represents the developed economies. Outlook for Energy.

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DECEMBER 30, 2022

We spent a week in the smallest Genesis sedan that is designed to take-on the BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-class sports sedans and found it was a lot of well-engineered car for the money. These are the fuel economy ratings for each engine, with rear wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD.) Standard RWD – $38,570.

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