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JUNE 18, 2015

Chevrolet’s new 2016 Malibu, engineered to offer more efficiency, connectivity and advanced safety features, and featuring the option of a new full-hybrid powertrain ( earlier post ), is also nearly 300 pounds (136 kg) lighter than the current model. EPA Highway Fuel Economy. 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT (1.5L turbo base engine.

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APRIL 2, 2015

The all-new Optima is available with three engine choices, providing a balance between sportiness and fuel efficiency. liter GDI four-cylinder, available on the LX and EX models, and the 2.0-liter liter GDI turbo engine, available on the SXL and SX Turbo models. All new for the 2016 model is a 1.6-liter Body and chassis.

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JUNE 19, 2015

Honda has introduced the new third-generation 2016 Honda Pilot. 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 The three-row Honda SUV features a direct injected 3.5-liter Earlier post.).

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NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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MARCH 15, 2017

EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). Power and Associates to project the technology segmentation necessary to achieve anticipated fuel economy mandates in 2025. CAR researchers used the four fuel economy scenarios developed by. the 2008 model year fuel economy ratings.

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OCTOBER 17, 2015

Toyota gave its Prius c—the smallest of the brand’s eight hybrid models—a major styling and interior upgrade for 2015; for 2016 the big enhancement is the available Toyota Safety Sense C (TSS-C), which equips the car with an array of driver-assist technologies: Pre-Collision System, Lane Departure Assist, and Automatic High Beams.

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JUNE 28, 2016

Even with wide-ranging unpredictable gas prices, US automakers will remain profitable and suppliers will benefit under existing national fuel economy standards slated to be in place until 2025, according to a new economic analysis brief prepared by independent automotive industry analysts, commissioned by the nonprofit group Ceres.

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JULY 8, 2017

This latest report provides data and analysis on 12 Proterra BEBs and eight CNG baseline buses from August 2015 through December 2016. The CNG buses had an average fuel economy of 3.89 This does not reflect the credits from the Low Carbon Fuel Standard program, which results in a greater benefit for using electricity over CNG.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring. Normal balances both fuel economy and acceleration feel; Power prioritizes acceleration feel. Final EPA figures pending.) Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 3, 2022

Heavy-duty diesel vehicles using mixing controlled compression ignition (MCCI), the most common ignition and combustion strategies for heavy-duty diesel engines, contribute significantly to the emissions of GHG, oxides of nitrogen (NO x ), and particular matter (PM) and are subject to stringent emission standards. demand in 2016.

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Since the ProRail family of compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems was introduced in 2016, it has been used in a wide variety of applications, and powers tens of thousands of commercial fleet vehicles on the road. Building upon this proven track record, the new ProRail brings with it a series of advancements and new standard features.

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l/100 km) combined EPA-estimated fuel economy. Standard driver assistance features including Audi pre sense city and benchmark technologies such as the available Audi virtual cockpit are other highlights of the A4 ultra, on sale Fall 2016. Audi’s 2017 A4 ultra leverages the Millerized 2.0-liter The efficiency of the 2.0

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APRIL 1, 2015

2016 RX 450h. All RX engines have been tuned in anticipation of high fuel economy ratings and low carbon emissions. 2016 RX 450h Click to enlarge. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) is standard, while Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) is available on select models. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to begin developing new standards for greenhouse gases and fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years. Earlier post.).

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MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 Combined fuel economy (mpg). Engine power (kW). 40 93 MPGe.

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MAY 7, 2015

As part of its introduction of the lifecycle freshening for all 3 Series Sedans and Sports Wagons, BMW announced that it will launch the BMW 330e plug-in hybrid in 2016. Peak torque is available from 1,380 rpm. Further economy benefits are offered by the 8-speed Steptronic transmission’s coasting mode in ECO PRO. This new 3.0

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

The 2017 Audi A3 Sedan and Cabriolet models in the US are now available with Audi’s more efficient Millerized 2.0-liter liter engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T, along with EPA-estimated combined cycle fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 l/100 km) from the 2016 A3 with the 1.8-liter

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The footprint-based standard CO 2 curves for cars (left) and trucks (right). These are expected to result in a combined MY 2016 average vehicle emission level of 250 g CO 2 /mile (equivalent to 35.5 mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 L/100km) fuel economy level, respectively. Source: EPA.

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MAY 19, 2009

The resulting new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5 mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. The CAFE program established by the EISA 2007 legislation specified a minimum 35 mpg in 2020.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Honda unveiled the new 10th-generation 2016 Civic Sedan, slated for sale in the US this fall. The 2016 Civic will feature two all-new engines, including the first application of Honda turbo engine technology in the US. Both engines are targeted to receive EPA highway fuel economy ratings in excess of 40 mpg.

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MARCH 5, 2014

The new engine will also be featured on the MY 2016 F-650 and F-750 medium-duty trucks, available in spring 2015. MY 2016 F-650/F-750. Intelligent Oil Change Monitoring is standard so oil changes are based on driving patterns and load demands instead of fixed distance intervals. Ford’s second-generation 6.7-liter

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MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. l/100 km) fuel economy, which, if achieved, will again represent all-time records. Change in Adjusted fuel economy, weight, and horsepower for MY 1975-2013. mpg, or 22%.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015

Land Rover will stage the world debut of the MY 2016 Range Rover Evoque. liter Ingenium TD4 engine, 20-30 kg (44-66 lbs) lighter than its predecessor with stiff cylinder blocks and decoupled injectors ensuring low levels of vibration and noise intrusion, is available in two power outputs: 150 PS (148 hp, 110 kW) (eD4 2WD) offering the 4.2

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon ( earlier post ) will offer segment-leading highway fuel efficiency for four-cylinder mid-size pickup trucks, according to EPA fuel economy estimates. Colorado and Canyon fuel economy. For the 2016 model year, Colorado and Canyon will add a 2.8-liter With the 3.6L Transmission.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

What was once a rational purchase that for many customers focused on fuel economy, is now so much more. New standard LED headlamps minimize the Prius’ front fascia; the rear combination lamps express distinctive lines from the rear spoiler to the trailing edges of the sides. Earlier post.) Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist.

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MAY 18, 2016

Suzuki reviewed the measuring process of driving resistance of all 16 models currently available for sale in Japan. Regarding emissions, Suzuki said that it complies with the standards. Ignis（Launched on 18 February 2016）. Baleno（Launched on 9 March 2016）. Alto Lapin（Launched on 3 June 2015). Running change in 2012）.

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MARCH 26, 2015

New fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emission standards for medium- and heavy-duty trucks beyond model year 2018 are expected to arrive by March 2016. Conventional roof fairings, in contrast, achieve aerodynamic efficiencies simply by maximizing airflow over smooth, closed surfaces.

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JUNE 7, 2017

Compared to the reference case, in which gasoline vehicles (ICEVs) remain dominant through 2050 (BAU), OPT results in 16% and 36% reductions in LDV greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for 2030 and 2050, respectively, corresponding to 5% and 9% reductions in economy-wide emissions. Credit: ACS, Keshavarzmohammadian et al. Click to enlarge.

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APRIL 29, 2015

The Jaguar US lineup will expand in 2016 with the addition of the all new, aluminum-intensive Jaguar XE compact sports sedan in 20d (diesel) and 35t models each in Premium, Prestige and R-Sport trim levels and available in RWD or AWD. The fuel economy leader will be the Jaguar XE 20d, powered by the company’s new Ingenium 2.0

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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. NHTSA developed two phases of standards in this rulemaking. Schoettle and Sivak 2013. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). mpg US (5.84 L/100km) in MY 2021.

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In a new study, a team from the University of Central Florida and MIT has found that the US Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards is an effective policy solution that does increase the adoption of EVs, whether it is implemented alone or in conjunction with another policy such as government incentives. —Sen et al.

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liter inline 4-cylinder gasoline engine-equipped standard Rogue models, the Rogue Hybrid offers freshened exterior and interior styling, additional safety, security and driving aid technology and a wide range of standard and available comfort, convenience and utility features. Projected Fuel Economy (estimated) FWD.

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JULY 11, 2017

The ICCT team—John German and Aaron Isenstadt—concluded that diesels have and will retain two significant advantages over gasoline engines: significantly better fuel economy and cargo hauling and towing ability. miles per gallon in model year 2016, and 49.1 miles per gallon in model year 2016, and 49.1

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MAY 10, 2017

The 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk was first. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% Among the key elements of the upgraded 213-kW (295-horsepower) is two-step variable valve lift (VVL), which boosts fuel economy and Pentastar’s refinement. jump, year-over-year.

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JANUARY 11, 2016

In city driving, it is expected to achieve an efficiency rating of 80 MPGe based on US Environmental Protection Agency standards. liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces best-in-class horsepower (287) and torque (262 lb-ft), along with leading fuel economy of an estimated 28 mpg highway.

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Following the US launch of the Clarity Fuel Cell in late 2016, the Clarity Electric will go on-sale in 2017. 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. Earlier post.). Accord Hybrid.

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