Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 9, 2011

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has unanimously adopted the state’s third annual transportation energy Investment Plan to help change the types of vehicles Californians drive and the fuels they use. Projects leveraged with California’s investment of $36.5 million attracted nearly $105.3 million in private funding.

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California Transportation Energy Clean 210

Green Car Congress

MARCH 12, 2015

Oregon Governor Kate Brown, who assumed office in February after the resignation of former Governor John Kitzhaber, has signed into law Oregon’s Clean Fuels legislation ( SB 324 ). The bill removes the 31 December 2015 sunset on the statutes requiring the adoption of clean fuel standards. Earlier post.)

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Oregon Clean Cleaning Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

California inter-agency roadmap. Four California state agencies and the independent power grid operator have released a new plan and vision for California’s energy future in advance of the Air Resources Board consideration of a first-in-the-nation rule requiring that a third of California electricity come from renewable sources by 2020.

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Plug-in California 2020 Transportation 210

Green Car Congress

JULY 12, 2018

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced that greenhouse gas emissions in California in 2016 fell below 1990 levels for the first time since emissions peaked in 2004—a reduction roughly equivalent to taking 12 million cars off the road or saving 6 billion gallons of gasoline a year.

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2004 2016 Emissions California 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2017

The California Air Resources Board unanimously approved the 2017 Climate Change Scoping Plan , which sets the state on an aggressive course to reduce greenhouse gas emissions an additional 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 under SB 32. This will require California to double the rate at which it has been cutting GHGs. Earlier post.).

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Climate Change Climate 2017 California 170

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

The Governors of California, Oregon and Washington and the Premier of British Columbia signed a regional agreement strategically to align policies to reduce greenhouse gases and promote clean energy. British Columbia and California will maintain their existing carbon-pricing programs.

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Purchase Oregon 2016 Washington 220

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 23, 2015

Fuel carbon intensity reduction from 2015-2030 from fuel deployment scenarios for the Pacific Coast region. The study presents eight scenarios for low-carbon fuel supply, including varying amounts of electricity, hydrogen, ethanol, biodiesel, renewable diesel, next generation cellulosic biofuel, and natural gas. Source: ICCT.

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Carbon Fuel Available Transportation 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

The California Air Resources Board launched a $20 million funding assistance program designed to spur the purchase of hybrid trucks and buses that reduce smog-forming pollution and address climate change. Dealers, manufactures and fleet owners can learn more about the program at californiahvip.org.

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California Climate Change Hybrid Clean Alternative 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2009

At its meeting on Thursday, the California Air Resources Board adopted a regulation that will implement Governor Schwarzenegger’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard ( earlier post ) calling for at least a 10% reduction from 2006 levels in the carbon intensity (measured in gCO 2 e/MJ) of California’s transportation fuels by 2020.

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California Carbon Standards Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 22, 2009

The 2009 Hydrogen Road Tour, an annual road rally to demonstrate the advancements in fuel-cell technology, will begin May 26 in San Diego, California and end June 3 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Currently, 300 fuel-cell vehicles have been placed on California roads and manufacturers expect to increase that to 4,300 by 2014.

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California Hydrogen Canada San Diego 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 28, 2009

The California Air Resources Board has fined BP West Coast Products more than $1 million for 17 violations of California’s clean air regulations relating to fuels. The regulation, adopted in April, calls for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from California’s transportation fuels by ten percent by 2020.

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California Fuel Alternative Fuels 2020 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A Look at the Lightest Alternative Fuel. Other companies, led by Toyota and Honda, focused on fuel cell vehicles that converted hydrogen to electricity on board so were essentially electric vehicles. In 2022, consumers have multiple choices for alternative-fuel vehicles. Flash Drive: 2020 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell.

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Hydrogen Vehicles Alternative Fuels Toyota 85

EV Match

DECEMBER 22, 2022

At the end of 2021, there were over 50,000 locations per Alternative Fuel Data Center. Source: Alternative Fuels Data Center. Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit. However, below are a few of the larger, or notable, programs: California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP).

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Commercial Charging Tax Credit Alternative Fuels 52

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Scientists at the University of California, Riverside’s Center for Environmental Research and Technology have received a $2-million contract for a first-of-its-kind study of hybrid construction vehicles. The other half will fund testing in six vehicles, which will be scattered throughout California. Click to enlarge.

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Emissions Hybrid California 2006 225

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the Niro PHEV EX Premium, and came away with a good feeling about this compact crossover that can deliver a 560-mile driving range. All three Niro PHEV trim levels, LXS, EX and EX Premium (the version Clean Fleet Report tested) have the same propulsion system–a 1.6 Smooth Operator. kW electric motor.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 92

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2009

More than 170 scientists and economists have sent a letter to California Air Resources Board (ARB) Chairman Mary Nichols urging the board to account for greenhouse gas emissions from indirect land use change for biofuels and all other transportation fuels under the state’s proposed low carbon fuel standard (LCFS).

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Transportation California Fuel Oil-Sands 150

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. Clean Design. Clean–and stylish. The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. Your numbers may differ.

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Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid 89

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

This is sad, but completely unwarranted as some of the best vehicles Clean Fleet Report reviews are sedans—and the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited is one of those. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid, we drove 345 miles through Southern California, averaging 49.3 When the Sonata was redesigned in 2020, it had a look all to itself.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 81

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The only choice For the all-wheel drive version, which Clean Fleet Report had for a week, the transmission is part of the Honda Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control. If opting for the front-wheel drive HR-V, the fuel economy numbers are 26/32/28. In 323 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 28.2

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 76

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Hyundai debuted the Palisade in 2020 to nearly unanimous reviews and praise for its design, features and value. Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD with the 3.8-liter The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 city/24 highway/21 combined. Photos by John Faulkner and Hyundai. One Engine, One Transmission.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Clean Fleet Report spent a fun week in the Jetta GLI 2.0T Autobahn roaming Southern California. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. The 2023 Jetta is refreshing in its clean, simple and timeless design, with gently rounded and soft lines.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 70

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Clean Fleet Report earlier reviewed the 2021 K5 GT-Line AWD with the turbocharged 1.6-liter In 514 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 34.7 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 74

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Clean Fleet Report. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Clean Fleet Report. Clean Fleet Report. Brains and brawn. liter Duramax turbodiesel engine. Bold Design.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 96

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2012

quadrillion Btu in 2035, as a result of fuel economy improvements achieved through stock turnover as older, less efficient vehicles are replaced by newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Beyond 2035, LDV energy demand begins to level off as increases in travel demand begin to exceed fuel economy improvements in the vehicle stock.

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Fuel Energy Sale 2013 225

Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

California Air Resources Board. Southern California Edison. State of California. The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. Among the actions announced are: Unlocking up to $4.5 Berkshire Hathaway Energy. ChargePoint.

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Obama Charging Financing DC 150

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Clean Fleet Report ran a few test loops to get a feel for real world fuel economy and electric range. All seats are covered in ActiveEx, a vegan synthetic material designed to clean easily, resist stains and be more durable than leather. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

In April 2018 Ford announced all its sedans and coupes would be going away by 2020, except for one–the iconic Mustang. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the rear-wheel drive 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Fastback, powered by a high-performance turbocharged 2.3-liter High-Performance Turbo Manual Transmission Fun. liter EcoBoost.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 84

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

In 180 miles driving through Southern California we averaged a combined 37.7 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. The well put together cabin is simple and clean with easy-to-find and read controls.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 71

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6 Your numbers may differ. Very European.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

For example, harmonizing the California LCFS with programs that do not fully consider ILUC could make it difficult to achieve real GHG emissions on a global scale, and programs lacking sustainability provisions could promote environmental damage. —Low Carbon Fuel Standard 2011 Program Review Report. Earlier post.).

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Carbon Standards Fuel Oregon 244

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved $17,223,593 for eight projects including alternative fuel production, plug-in truck demonstrations, EV charging station deployment, and infrastructure planning. The order also requires the installation of sufficient infrastructure to support 1 million ZEVs in California by 2020.

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Alternative Fuels California Fuel Energy 199

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 33 mpg city/30 highway/31 combined. In 1,020 miles on a California road trip, using the all-speed dynamic cruise control as much as possible, Clean Fleet Report achieved an average of 34.1 This excellent fuel economy is a prime reason to consider buying a NX 300h. News: Lexus UX 300e EV.

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Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. Clean Fleet Report will have detailed reviews of the Sportage gasoline, hybrid and eventually the plug-in hybrid in the coming months. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. Yes, we got dirty.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Whatever it is, during our week driving the Tucson Hybrid through Southern California, it drew plenty of attention and comments. Clean, Refreshing Interior. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined. mpg, which moves the Tucson Hybrid AWD into the super fuel sipping category. Blue $30,275.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Clean Fleet Report was driving the highly optioned Limited, which had the standard solar panel roof that charges the 12-volt and hybrid batteries, producing two miles of electric driving range for every six hours the car is left in the sun. Clean, Refreshing Interior. The clean lines are handsome and refined. Clean Fleet Report.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 70

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

This is saying something, as she has ridden in or driven many of the 800+ cars I have reviewed for Clean Fleet Report over the past 10 years. Case-in-point is the all-new GV60 EV, which followed its cousins, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2020), and the Kia EV6 ( 2021). Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all Genesis models.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 105

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2013

In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. Expanding hydrogen fueling stations in California. Alternative fuel vehicles awards.

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Alternative Fuels Los Angeles Hydrogen Fuel 170