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DOE releases five-year strategic plan, 2014-2018; supporting “all of the above” energy strategy

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The President’s Climate Action Plan contains a goal of doubling renewable energy generation from wind, solar, and geothermal sources between 2012 and 2020. DOE will develop alternative fuels, including advanced biofuels, made from sustainable resources that can directly substitute for petroleum and use existing infrastructure.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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coefficient of drag (C d ) helped reduce wind noise and increase fuel economy. In 2016 we were so taken by that year’s RX that three staffers had to take a closer look: Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid.

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Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited

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Designed to cut through the wind with underbody aerodynamic panels and a 0.28 The back-end has horizontal LED taillights and round, chrome-tipped twin exhaust ends that are integrated into a wind-channeling lower fascia. Road Test: 2016 Dodge Challenger. A Driver’s Interior. Story by John Faulkner.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Rio S 5-door Hatchback

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When the engine is winding-out at the highest rpms it can be bit noisy. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Sentra. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Stinger GT-Line RWD

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Wind noise is unnoticeable, helped by the car’s 0.30 Road Test: 2016 Nissan Maxima. Road Test: 2016 Lexus GS F. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. One way to ensure a comfortable ride is to select the Comfort drive mode setting. Road Test: 2018 Audi A5.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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The ride is comfortable, with little wind noise, and only the harshest road imperfections transmitted sounds to the cabin. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Capable, not sporty. The Shrinking Midsize Competition.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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The ride is comfortable, with little wind noise, and only the harshest road imperfections transmit sounds to the cabin. First Drive: 2016 Nissan Altima. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Your numbers may differ. Capable, not sporty. Road Test: 2020 Mazda6.

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