2017, Climate, Cost Of and Design

Lung Association report highlights health and climate costs of petroleum-based transportation and the benefits of shifting to ZEVs

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2016

Of that $37 billion, health costs added up to $24 billion in 2015; the $24 billion represents the monetized sum of harmful emissions responsible for an estimated 220,000 work-loss days, more than 109,000 asthma exacerbations, hundreds of thousands of other respiratory impacts, and 2,580 premature deaths. in hidden health and climate costs.

Climate

Climate Cost Of Rhode Island Transportation

How Engineers Can Help Protect Earth From Worsening Climate Change

Cars That Think

APRIL 21, 2022

The day reminds us of the need to protect our planet and its ecosystems against the worsening climate crisis. The climate crisis is threatening people across the world, as well as every species of animal and plant life. Climate change is a global societal crisis that is causing devastating consequences.

Climate Change

Climate Change Climate Engine Pollution

IEA: nuclear power can play a major role in transition to low emissions energy systems; Russia, China leading on new reactor starts

Green Car Congress

JULY 4, 2022

In today’s context of the global energy crisis, skyrocketing fossil fuel prices, energy security challenges and ambitious climate commitments, I believe nuclear power has a unique opportunity to stage a comeback. However, a new era for nuclear power is by no means guaranteed. —IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol.

Russia

Russia Powered Power Emissions

New Argonne-developed tool helps car buyers compare electric-drive and traditional vehicles

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The consumer tool, called EVolution: Choices for a Smarter Purchase , is designed to help car buyers make informed decisions when purchasing a new vehicle. The new guidance tool helps consumers compare the cost of owning different electric-drive powertrain technologies, as well as the environmental impact of these vehicles.

North Dakota

North Dakota Vehicles Purchase Minnesota

Ninth annual Green Innovation Index finds California light-duty vehicle emissions spike; major challenge to 2030 climate goals

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2017

If current rates of decline continue through 2020, the state will need to reduce emissions at a rate of 4.97% each year in the decade between 2020 and 2030, and produce even steeper declines in the period from 2030 to 2050, if it is to meet current climate goals. The state needs to increase renewable generation by 24% between 2017 to 2020.

California

California Light Emissions Climate

Bosch study highlights potential of e-fuels to reduce CO2 emissions

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2017

If the climate targets set by the Paris conference are to be achieved, CO 2 emissions from traffic worldwide will have to be reduced 50% over the next four decades, and by at least 85% in the advanced economies, Bosch notes. Achieving our future climate targets calls for other intelligent solutions apart from electromobility.

Emissions

Emissions Fuel CO2 Gasoline-Electric

Tata Motors and MAHLE partner to develop a prototype Secondary Loop Mobile Air Conditioning System on a vehicle

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2017

Tata Motors Limited and MAHLE have signed a joint development agreement for designing and developing a Secondary Loop Mobile Air Conditioning System (SL-MAC), under the aegis of United Nations Environment. The SL-MAC project is on schedule, as expected, with anticipated environmental and cost advantages to be determined in the next stages.

Motoring

Motoring Motor Motors Vehicles

California ARB releases discussion draft of plan to cut GHG by 40% by 2030

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2016

In his January 2015 inaugural address, California Governor Jerry Brown identified five key climate change strategy “pillars,” which recognize that several major areas of the California economy will need to reduce their emissions to meet California’s ambitious climate change goals. Source: 2030 Target Scoping Plan Discussion Draft.

California

California Climate Change Climate Pollution

EV Everywhere Blueprint outlines DOE technical and development goals for EVs for 2022

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

Technical targets in the Blueprint fall into four areas: battery R&D; electric drive system R&D; vehicle lightweighting; and advanced climate control technologies. Some specific goals for 2022 include: Cutting battery costs from their current $500/kWh to $125/kWh. Reducing the cost of electric drive systems from $30/kW to $8/kW.

Plug-in

Plug-in Zinc Air Li-ion 2012

President Biden calls on Congress, States for fuel tax holiday; increase in refinery capacity

Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2022

That figure is down from 141 refineries in 2017, with 4 idle. Monthly data from the EIA shows that crude oil is 60% of the price of gasoline, 17% is refining costs, 12% is federal and state taxes, and 11% is distribution and marketing. However, the cost of refining in other nations is currently higher.

Congress

Congress Fuel Tax Tax Fuel

EPA and NHTSA Issue Notice of Intent to Develop New Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Economy Standards for Light-Duty Vehicle Model Years 2017-2025; Proposal Expected by 30 Sep 2011

Green Car Congress

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. A common theme across the.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy EPA 2017 Economy

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The second generation 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid continues what Kia started in 2017 when the Niro Hybrid debuted. This boomerang-shaped panel is designed to aid airflow underneath the D-pillar, and can be painted the body color or in a variety of contrasting colors. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid (a 2 nd opinion).

Kia

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017

UK proposes Fourth Carbon Budget for 2023-2027; emissions to be cut by 50% from 1990 levels; indicative target of 60% reduction by 2030; >1% of GDP

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2011

The proposal, set out by Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne, is in line with advice from the independent Committee on Climate Change and sets a fourth carbon budget of 1950 MtCO 2 e for the period; this level would represent a 50% reduction from 1990 levels. 2013 – 2017. —Fourth Carbon Budget.

Carbon

Carbon Climate Change Emissions Climate

How to Build EV Motors Without Rare Earth Elements

Cars That Think

JULY 2, 2024

Global efforts to combat climate change hinge on pivoting sharply away from fossil fuels. Against this backdrop, massive efforts are underway to design and test advanced electric-vehicle (EV) motors that do not use rare earth elements (or use relatively little of them). The dilemma is easy to describe.

Motoring

Motoring Motor Motors Building

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

Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2014

Under that, the plan sketches out 3 strategic goals: Strategic Objective One: Advance the goals and objectives in the President’s Climate Action Plan by supporting prudent development, deployment, and efficient use of “all of the above” energy resources that also create new jobs and industries.

2014

2014 2018 Energy Climate Change

A123 Systems introduces new Nanophosphate EXT Li-ion battery technology with optimized performance in extreme temperatures; OEM micro-hybrid program due next year

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2012

Nanophosphate EXT is designed to significantly reduce or eliminate the need for heating or cooling systems, while maintaining long cycle life at extreme high temperatures and delivering high power at extreme low temperatures. “ We’re making it on the same equipment, so we don’t incur any significant capital costs. —Jeff Kessen.

Li-ion

Li-ion Lead Acid Lithium Ion Hybrid

Obama Administration Announces $8.33B in Loan Guarantees for New Nuclear Power Reactors in Georgia; First New US Nuclear Power Plant Project in Nearly 3 Decades

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

The AP1000 is a 1,117 to 1,154 MWe pressurized water reactor (PWR) nuclear power plant that is an extension of the older AP600 design. (It To meet our growing energy needs and prevent the worst consequences of climate change, we need to increase our supply of nuclear power and today’s announcement helps to move us down that path.

Georgia

Georgia Obama Powered Power

Honeywell and DuPont Form JV To Manufacture Low GWP Refrigerant HFO-1234yf for Mobile AC

Green Car Congress

MAY 20, 2010

Under the agreement, DuPont and Honeywell will share financial and technological resources with the intent to jointly design, construct and operate a world-scale manufacturing facility for the new refrigerant. The issues were raised during a meeting of the SAE Interior Climate Control Committee at the SAE 2010 World Congress in Detroit.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Climate Change Climate Automobile

Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Clean Design. The Niro, which falls someplace between a hatchback and a small crossover, has a clean and simple design. LED daytime running lights and fog lights, located in the bottom fascia, complete the front end design. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro FE Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Kia Niro Hybrid.

Kia

Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid

Lotus Engineering Study Concludes Vehicle Mass Improvement of 38% by 2020 vs a Conventional Current Vehicle Can Be Achieved at Only 3% Cost

Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2010

This study, released by the International Council on Clean Transportation ( ICCT ), focused on the use of lightweight materials and efficient design and demonstrated substantial mass savings. We believe that this approach will be commonplace in the industry for the future design of vehicles. —Dr. Mass and Cost Summary.

2020

2020 Engine Vehicles 2017

Backcountry Skiing Is Booming in the Northeast. But Can It Survive?

Baua Electric

JANUARY 19, 2024

Add in the rising cost of lift tickets at resorts and an increased desire for solitude fueled by the pandemic, and you get a spike in interest. Its backcountry program, launched in 2017, offers guided trips into off-piste terrain, taking advantage of natural drainages that serve as perfect ski descents.

New Hampshire

New Hampshire Washington Climate Vermont

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

First debuting in 2017, the Niro is a key model for Kia as it offers three different propulsion choices, all of which offer excellent fuel economy or all-electric driving range. This boomerang-shaped panel is designed to direct airflow underneath the C pillar, aiding in the a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.29.

Kia

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG

Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks 4WD

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

This subcompact crossover is designed to take the roads and trails less traveled, with an immediately recognizable design that will grab looks wherever you go. The brush guard side cladding is there to protect the paint, while the twin rectangular bumps on the hood are there merely for design. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Cherokee.

Ford

Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy

Road Test: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Built on an all-new platform, the K5 is wider, longer and lower than the Optima, more powerful, and takes design cues from the performance minded Kia Stinger. The K5 was an all-new model in 2021, with the head-turning design carrying over to 2022. The running lights also double as turn signals, with what Kia calls a “Heartbeat” design.

Kia

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning

Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With a new design and built on a new platform, the 2023 Honda HR-V continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg. All-new for 2023, the HR-V is conservative in its design with a look that forgoes scoops, chrome and sharp edges. Going up the size chart are the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot.

Honda

Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020

German OEMs to upgrade emissions control on 5.3M Euro 5 and 6 diesels, contribute to €500M Sustainable Mobility fund

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 2, 2017

The automakers will bear the entire cost of the retrofitting, estimated by the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) to be at least €500 million. In this sense, modern and clean diesel technology can also contribute to climate protection. To this end, the German manufacturers will submit a concept by October 2017.

Diesel

Diesel Emissions Pollution Exhaust

California Air Resources Board Pushes for Restoration of DOE Funding for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles; Tackles the Four Miracles

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2009

Several major automakers are pursuing early market testing with consumers beginning this year and are expected to ramp up production to nearly 50,000 vehicles in california by 2017. Improvements in system design, including lower catalyst loadings in the fuel cell, are expected to reduce this number further, according to ARB.

Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel California Vehicles

Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The XT5 has a low dash design that nicely incorporated the 8.0-inch The Cadillac User Experience, or CUE System is designed to provide drivers with a complete suite of infotainment, navigation and communication tools for keeping the driver connected. Distinguished Design. The design team aced it.

Cadillac

Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy

Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The subtle but noticeable design differences between the two earns the Cross Sport a nod for being one of the best looking midsize SUVs. There are design cues that are unique to the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport from its larger Atlas sibling. Road Test: 2017 Toyota 4Runner. Road Test: 2017 Nissan Pathfinder.

MPG

MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light

MIT/RAND Study Concludes Three Types of Alternative Jet Fuel May Be Available in Commercial Quantities Over the Next Decade

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2009

In 2017, jet fuel consumption in the United States (commercial aviation plus military) is projected to be about 1.9 Applying the per-barrel savings to this consumption yields net annual jet-fuel cost savings of between $3.2 million bpd. billion and $8.3 billion, according to the report.

MIT

MIT Oil-Sands Commercial Available

Mad Power thoughts

EV Info

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Climate Change. And while preventing working people earning a livelihood may make them feel good, it does nothing to solve the real problem of climate change. . The cost of grid management has soared to nearly £2billion a year in the last two decades. So, it’s time to tear up the failed policies of today. What would I do?

Powered

Powered Power Wind Coal

Road Test: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Appealing Exterior Design. Attractive design details. The two-line horizontal LED head and daytime running lights wrap onto the fenders, sit above functioning corner vents, which along with the narrow black grille in the lower fascia, continue the cross-hatch design of the upper grille. Interior Wonder. Packed with tech.

SUV

SUV Cleaning Clean Fuel Economy

Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

Following their “Kodo–Soul of Motion” design language, Mazda says the CX-9 with its “fluid exterior lines gives an appearance of movement even while standing still.” Design cues include a long hood, laid-back windshield, short overhangs front and rear and a raked window with an integrated spoiler on the hands-free power lift gate.

Mazda

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning

Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

In addition to the above drive modes, there are four power modes designed to maximize the efficiency of the Escape PHEV. While not designed nor marketed as a sports crossover, the handling was solid and confident. Road Test: 2017 Ford Escape. EV Now mode lets drivers operate on all-electric power. inches of cargo space.

Escape

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in

Working paper argues new US energy efficiency regulations are ineffective at GHG reduction and incorrectly override consumer preference

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2012

Either way, as Ronald Coase demonstrated, the social costs of air pollution are internalized into the market decision, resulting in an economically efficient outcome. Benefit-cost analysis (BCA) provides the methodology for such an assessment and is the key component of effective regulatory policy. —Gayer and Viscusi.

Energy

Energy Pollution EPA Fuel

Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. But the landscape has changed since 2017 as the 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan is now a hybrid. Chrysler says the “new exterior design expression is much more deeply sculpted, athletic and modern in character.”

Chrysler

Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug

ICCT report highlights importance of California ZEV mandate for EV policies worldwide, recommends steps forward

Green Car Congress

MARCH 10, 2011

It highlights the declining cost of EV technologies but also persistent market uncertainties. Costs of transitioning to a self-sustaining market. To put those numbers in perspective, the Nissan Leaf battery pack is 24 kWh, for a total cost of $7,200 at $300 per kWh.) Complementary policies to support electric vehicle deployment.

California

California Electric Vehicles Manufacturer Fleet

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

The LED taillights have an attractive design. Coefficient of Drag (C d ) certainly does have an attention getting design. Sliding behind the wheel reveals a curved dash design that has no physical buttons, switches or toggles. Road Test: 2017 Honda Ridgeline. The tail end is where things get interesting. Glam inside.”

Hyundai

Hyundai MPG Cleaning Clean

Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

NextGen Climate America. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Alone, the federal government plans to purchase more than 500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) or EVs in fiscal year 2017. Kansas City Power & Light. National Grid.

Obama

Obama Charging Financing Alternative Fuels

Road Test: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage SE Hatchback

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The 40+ MPG Low-Cost Transportation King. Every car, SUV and truck is designed and built for a reason, and buying one to not do what it was intended to do is wrong in so many ways. It is best to drive the Mirage within its designed limits, which brings us to where it is best to be driven. It’s small, but it has a place.

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning

Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

The 2021 Wrangler Rubicon 4xe retains the brand’s classic old school look with a raised ride height, large tires covered by ecto-fenders and the tow hooks front and rear, painted in Electric Blue to designate this is an electric Jeep. Iconic Design. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Cherokee. Road Test: 2017 Jeep Renegade.

Jeep

Jeep Plug-in Gasoline-Electric PHEV

Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Painted in Blueprint with black B pillars and a black front grille with mesh inserts, our Camry Hybrid XSE had body color-keyed bumpers, door handles, shark fin antenna and exterior mirrors, making for a sleek design and profile. The cockpit design is driver friendly with the gauges, including the hybrid management system, residing in the 7.0-inch

Camry Hybrid

Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG

Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

The Cadillac User Experience, or CUE System , is designed to provide a complete suite of infotainment, navigation and communication tools for keeping the driver connected. Bold, Mature Design. First Drive: 2017 Land Rover Discovery TD6. The system can mirror Android devices and comes with wireless headphones.

Escalade

Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG

Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 6, 2021

I’m trying not to look back too much to the last generation Outlander, but the interior design, especially the dash and cockpit, are hugely improved. Road Test: 2017 Toyota 4Runner. Road Test: 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Cleaning

Lung Association report highlights health and climate costs of petroleum-based transportation and the benefits of shifting to ZEVs

How Engineers Can Help Protect Earth From Worsening Climate Change

IEA: nuclear power can play a major role in transition to low emissions energy systems; Russia, China leading on new reactor starts

New Argonne-developed tool helps car buyers compare electric-drive and traditional vehicles

Ninth annual Green Innovation Index finds California light-duty vehicle emissions spike; major challenge to 2030 climate goals

Bosch study highlights potential of e-fuels to reduce CO2 emissions

Tata Motors and MAHLE partner to develop a prototype Secondary Loop Mobile Air Conditioning System on a vehicle

California ARB releases discussion draft of plan to cut GHG by 40% by 2030

EV Everywhere Blueprint outlines DOE technical and development goals for EVs for 2022

President Biden calls on Congress, States for fuel tax holiday; increase in refinery capacity

EPA and NHTSA Issue Notice of Intent to Develop New Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Economy Standards for Light-Duty Vehicle Model Years 2017-2025; Proposal Expected by 30 Sep 2011

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

UK proposes Fourth Carbon Budget for 2023-2027; emissions to be cut by 50% from 1990 levels; indicative target of 60% reduction by 2030; >1% of GDP

How to Build EV Motors Without Rare Earth Elements

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

A123 Systems introduces new Nanophosphate EXT Li-ion battery technology with optimized performance in extreme temperatures; OEM micro-hybrid program due next year

Obama Administration Announces $8.33B in Loan Guarantees for New Nuclear Power Reactors in Georgia; First New US Nuclear Power Plant Project in Nearly 3 Decades

Honeywell and DuPont Form JV To Manufacture Low GWP Refrigerant HFO-1234yf for Mobile AC

Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Lotus Engineering Study Concludes Vehicle Mass Improvement of 38% by 2020 vs a Conventional Current Vehicle Can Be Achieved at Only 3% Cost

Backcountry Skiing Is Booming in the Northeast. But Can It Survive?

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro Hybrid

Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks 4WD

Road Test: 2022 Kia K5 GT 2.5L

Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

German OEMs to upgrade emissions control on 5.3M Euro 5 and 6 diesels, contribute to €500M Sustainable Mobility fund

California Air Resources Board Pushes for Restoration of DOE Funding for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles; Tackles the Four Miracles

Road Test: 2021 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury FWD

Road Test: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport V6 SEL Premium R-Line

MIT/RAND Study Concludes Three Types of Alternative Jet Fuel May Be Available in Commercial Quantities Over the Next Decade

Mad Power thoughts

Road Test: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige

Road Test: 2021 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD

Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

Working paper argues new US energy efficiency regulations are ineffective at GHG reduction and incorrectly override consumer preference

Road Test: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid

ICCT report highlights importance of California ZEV mandate for EV policies worldwide, recommends steps forward

Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

Road Test: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage SE Hatchback

Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe

Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander

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