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UPS updates 125 Workhorse E-GEN series hybrid electric step vans with smaller genset engine for better fuel economy

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The smaller engine will improve fuel economy, however. The updated trucks, which were originally purchased in September 2015, deliver up to four times the fuel economy of a gasoline-powered vehicle, UPS said. A compact, quiet-running 650cc 2-cylinder engine replaces the previous 2.4L Workhorse and AMP Electric Vehicles.

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NYPD Adds 40 Altima Hybrid Patrol Cars to Fleet

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The New York Police Department (NYPD) has deployed 40 Nissan Altima Hybrids as the first alternative fuel vehicles to be used as marked and unmarked patrol cars in the Police Department’s fleet. The Police Department also has 10 GMC Yukon Hybrid SUVs employed by NYPD Duty Captains for marked patrol.

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Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8

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Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8 The First Car Vietnamese Car Comes To North America When Vietnam’s largest company, the VinGroup, announced in 2017 they were entering the automobile manufacturing business, it probably didn’t get too much notice. The exterior looks aerodynamic sitting still from a combination of curves and sharp edges.

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Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

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Driving Fun in a Three-Row Crossover SUV. 2021 Mazda CX-9 owners say things like “exceeds my expectations,” “I love it,” “it is one of the most beautiful cars on the road” and “super happy with my purchase.” The up-market interior on the CX-9 Signature has a luxury feel usually found in a premium crossover SUV. Classy Interior.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. inch ground clearance results in an outlook on the road a bit higher than a sedan, but not as high as a SUV.

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Is A Tax On Electricity (kWh) Consumed The Best Way to Supplement the Fuel Tax for Electric Vehicles?

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In the 20 year period of 1997-2017, the average miles per gallon (MPG) of new passenger cars increased to 39.4 To address those issues, states must consider adjusting the existing fuel tax rate to account for greater efficiency and fewer miles traveled. MPG from 28.7. This is an increase of 10.7 miles or 37 percent.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD

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Midsize SUV with Sporty Styling. Putting the sport in SUV. The transmission/engine combination makes for an engaging-to-drive SUV with plenty of power and torque. An impressive time to move a 4,295-pound SUV. Chevrolet includes a credit at purchase. Road Test: 2017 Toyota 4Runner. Engine and Drive Choices.