Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2013

GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Earlier post.). —2012 Sustainability Report. MWh per vehicle.

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GM MPG Manufacturer 2017 275

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2016

The 2017 Ford F-150 will offer an all-new, second-generation 3.5-liter F-150 remains the only truck in its segment to offer a twin-turbo V6 gasoline engine. F-150 remains the only truck in its segment to offer a twin-turbo V6 gasoline engine. The 2017 Ford F-150 goes on sale this fall. 10-speed transmission.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2017

Simona Onori, an assistant professor at Clemson University, has received a $500,000 Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) award from the National Science Foundation to advance her work to develop integrated modeling and control for aftertreatment systems to reduce fine-particle emissions from gasoline direct injection (GDI) engines.

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Engine Exhaust Gasoline Seattle 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

The model follows on the world premiere of the twin-turbo gas V6-powered LS 500 at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January. liter V6 Dual VVT-i V6 gasoline engine matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission and two electric motors, together delivering maximum system power of 354 hp. Earlier post.)

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Lexus Hybrid 2017 Motor 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2013

Advanced Biofuels suggests that “E30 Capable” vehicles can serve a practical key to transitioning to higher percentage blends of affordable renewable transportation fuels. Therefore, it should not be referred to as “premium” fuel in final regulations or for purposes of marketing but rather should be labeled differently.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

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. Adding together the gasoline and electricity, the EPA estimates 105 MPGe (Miles Per Gallon Equivalent).

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Gasoline models arrive next month, and RAV4 Hybrid models follow in late March 2019. RAV4 is the currently the best-selling vehicle in its class, doubling volume over the last five years to sales of nearly 408,000 in the US in 2017. The new RAV4 powertrains increase performance while reducing fuel consumption. 2019 RAV4 Hybrid.

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2019 Toyota Hybrid Fuel 247

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Pressure on the RFS2 has increased as statutory mandated volumes of biofuel exceed the “blendwall” of 10% ethanol in gasoline. Primary technical concerns with using intermediate-level blends of ethanol in the vehicle fleet include: Fuel economy. the optimal air/fuel ratio for ethanol blends is lower than for pure gasoline.

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Gasoline Exhaust Water Fuel 230

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

In 2017, the C-segment accounted for 22% of all European vehicle sales, and is consistently one of the two largest segments by volume. The outgoing Ceed accounted for 16% of Kia’s total European sales in 2017, and has consistently ranked alongside the Sportage as one of the brand’s best-selling models in Europe since its launch in 2012.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2013

We believe our evaluation will open up a lower cost product to our OEM customers interested in reaching the fuel economy gains offered by 48-volt mild hybrid systems. The market for micro hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles is on track to grow nearly eightfold to 39 million vehicles in 2017, driving a $6.9-billion Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2018

These new powertrains deliver greater performance and efficiency, and sit alongside the Sportage’s range of gasoline engines. liter engine delivers greater efficiency and fuel economy. Combustion is made more efficient with the adoption of a new high-efficiency fuel injection system and revised valvetrain. km/l (6.13

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. That number jumps to 105 MPGe, or miles per gallon equivalent, when combining electricity and gasoline. Clean Fleet Report ran a few test loops to get a feel for real world fuel economy and electric range.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Toyota’s hybrid system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. The improved performance of the Hybrid Max is the reason for the huge drop-off in fuel efficiency, which will be an important consideration when deciding which Crown to buy.

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Toyota Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 85

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2017

In these detailed bottom-up models, mobile source emissions are treated for different engine sizes and fuels, that, in the past, relied on standardized protocols obtained in test facilities, but were recently updated based on a number of RDE tests. TWC treatment can lead to a 10 fold reduction of NO. Resources. Striednig, C. Lamprecht, A.

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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. This means doing errands, taking the kids to sports or visiting friends, even most commutes, will be done without using any gasoline. Using 87 octane fuel, there is a total system of 260 horsepower combined.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

liter four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an 8.9 Eco is the default setting where you want to be for the best fuel economy in the hybrid system, and the EV mode is good for up to 26 all-electric miles. The Niro PHEV offers the best of both worlds–EV & gas. kW electric motor. Your numbers may differ.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 94

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Clean Fleet Report perks up when we hear about a vehicle not known for getting good fuel economy being reimagined to be more efficient and easier on the environment at the same time. liter turbocharged gasoline engine. With no battery charge the gasoline engine kicks-in resulting in the lower fuel economy number.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

A spacious interior with a smooth comfortable ride, high fuel economy (we broke 50 mpg!), The 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE is powered by Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive system of a gasoline-powered 2.5-liter Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid. Hybrid Efficiency. So how to decide?

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 69

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

The fuel economy, which is best in Tour, was aided by cylinder deactivation, where the 3.6L Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. First Drive: 2017 Land Rover Discovery. Your numbers may differ.

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 75

Green Car Congress

MAY 25, 2011

Sample label for a plug-in gasoline hybrid-electric vehicle, which features fuel economy ratings for both electricity and gasoline. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled the next-generation of fuel economy labels. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA Fuel 225

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2014

They converted from an absolute amount to scale relative to 2000. They assumed that all sectors of the economy follow the same proportional reduction. Broadly, the Ford team found that new light-duty vehicle fuel economy and CO 2 regulations in the US through 2025 and in the EU through 2020 are consistent with the CO 2 glide paths.

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Light Global CO2 Ford 261

Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2016

Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. Featuring an advanced second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, the 2017 Accord Hybrid midsize sedan delivers peak total system output of 212 hp, best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 49/47/48 mpg US (4.8/5.0/4.9 POWERTRAIN.

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2017 Hybrid Honda Motor 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

Keeping pace with its announced intention to roll out 10 plug-in hybrids by 2017 ( earlier post ), Mercedes-Benz introduced the new GLE550 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid (PHEV) along with the other members of the new GLE family of full-size SUVs. BlueDIRECT V6 and V8 gasoline engines. GLE gasoline and plug-in hybrid engines.

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Plug-in Mercedes SUV Plug 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. Because the high-voltage battery is both power and energy dense, engineers were able to use the downsized gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and reduce emissions.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

gasoline or diesel) engines for automotive applications use slider/crank mechanisms to create torque on an engine’s output shaft from forces applied to pistons as a result of the pressure created by the combustion of fuel. All fuel consumption testing must be conducted according to engine industry norms. are desired.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

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. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

A hydrogen fuel cell version of the van is due to be launched in 2017. For vehicles to have minimal impact on air quality, catalytic converters have been fitted to modern engines. Three vehicles will be built to demonstrate the potential of the technology —gasoline and diesel cars and a diesel hybrid bus.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2016

The 2017 BMW 740e xDrive iPerformance plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) is in production and will arrive at US dealerships in August starting at $89,100 plus $995 Destination and Handling. Combined fuel economy of 64 MPGe and an all-electric range of 14 miles is possible (EPA official figures). Electric machine.

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BMW 2017 PHEV Sale 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the 2017 Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) Phase I Release 2 topics , including three subtopics focused on hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. All fuel consumption testing must be conducted according to automotive industry norms.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). We are the highest fuel economy of any hybrid, of any gasoline car without a plug sold in the US. Design objectives included: Fuel economy.

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Hyundai Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The fueling process is fast and easy and a FCEV operates exactly like a gasoline-powered car, but with no noise, exhaust fumes or emissions. The electric power comes from oxygen being introduced to a fuel cell filled with compressed hydrogen gas. Fueling Experience. A gasoline-like experience.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Fuel Economy Toyota’s hybrid systems automatically switch between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. The CVT delivers more fuel economy, but is not as sporty as the 6-speed automatic. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 5, 2017

on the 2017 Accord Hybrid, earlier post ), the highest for any mass-produced Honda engine. The gasoline engine is off when the i-MMD is in EV Drive mode and is decoupled from the drivetrain to reduce friction. Since the gasoline engine can be decoupled from the rest of the hybrid powertrain, it only operates as needed.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. This compact pickup is smaller than the mid- and full-size trucks roaming our streets, but size alone doesn’t explain how it sips fuel. Liter gasoline engine and a 94kW electric motor. mpg with the best fuel economy on an all-city 45-mile run where the average was a stellar 46.7

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

The fueling process is fast and easy and a FCEV operates exactly like a gasoline-powered car, but with no noise, exhaust fumes or emissions. A different kind of gas Fueling Experience The fueling process itself is pretty straight forward and simple. No plugging in to an electrical outlet.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus California 64

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2015

Also shown on the graph are 2017 cost estimates for the P2 (light blue) and BAS (red) systems, plus the mild hybrid cost estimate range from Valeo (red circle). Thus, currently the hybrid system needs to offer a major improvement in fuel economy to entice customers to pay the price premium.

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