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UMTRI study finds total cost of ownership of diesels in US often much less than gasoline counterparts

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Though there are some exceptions to these positive results for some of the diesel versions of vehicles from a total-cost-of-ownership perspective, the overall direction of the results supports the idea that diesel vehicles are competitive within the U.S. —Bruce Belzowski.

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Frost & Sullivan forecasts Gasoline Particulate Filters to climb from 50,335 units now to 4.2-4.6 million units by 2020

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fuel injection timing, number of injections, fuel pressure, injector placement, etc.) and fuel properties. million units by 2020. (“ Analysis of the GPF Market for Passenger Cars in Europe and North America ”). of total GPF installations by 2020. Frost & Sullivan estimates the cost of a GPF to be between $135–$170.

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New Zealand simplifies Road User Charges system, extends exemption for light electric motor vehicles from 2013 to 2020

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billion in 2010/11—is used mainly for road construction and maintenance, along with other activities benefiting road users. While diesel-powered vehicles offer fuel economy benefits over gasoline-powered vehicles, the government notes, diesel technology is already well established. battery electric) or partly (i.e.,

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

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Operable capacity for the refineries is 17,789,010 barrels per calendar day in 2022, down from 18,976,085 in 2020. 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. As of 10 June, EIA reported 93.7%

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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Normal and Smart will give the best fuel economy Through the touchscreen you can configure a Custom setting. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. A little fin help.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD

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Hyundai debuted the Palisade in 2020 to nearly unanimous reviews and praise for its design, features and value. The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 city/24 highway/21 combined. To aid in fuel economy the Palisade has a start-stop feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop and restarts automatically.

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Opinion: 4 Things You Should Think About Before Buying a Sports Car

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These prized possessions go for multiple thousands of dollars and cost more in maintenance costs. Check and confirm if you can afford your car’s insurance premiums and maintenance fees for the high-performance engine. Extra Costs. Road Test: 2020 Toyota 86 Hakone. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Supra.

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