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JANUARY 6, 2021

The study found no statistically significant average effect of TNC entry on fuel economy or transit use but did find evidence of heterogeneity in these effects across urban areas, including larger transit ridership reductions after TNC entry in areas with higher income and more childless households. Ward et al. 2020.101933.

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MARCH 16, 2011

The new dual dry-clutch Ford PowerShift six-speed automatic available in the Focus and Fiesta enables a 10% fuel economy gain compared to a four-speed automatic transmission, contributing to both cars delivering as much as 40 mpg on the highway. Less weight helps improve fuel economy.

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

A research vehicle fitted with a flywheel hybrid system including stop-start has demonstrated improvements in fuel economy of up to 22.4% There is growing support for flywheel hybrid systems across the industry, fundamentally driven by affordability. FHSPV flywheel CVT system layout. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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JUNE 5, 2023

GM and Stellantis pay fuel economy fines. And Colorado ramps up its state EV credits and looks to affordability. Why is the electric VW Bus taking so long to arrive in America? Alfa Romeo’s new plug-in hybrid points toward EVs but doesn’t wow on mpg. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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JANUARY 31, 2024

It is the most affordable SUV in the brand’s lineup and it now starts at ₹ 50.50 seconds and return a claimed fuel economy of 18.9 First Published Date: 31 Jan 2024, 13:04 PM IST The post 2024 GLA, the most-affordable Mercedes SUV, launched with updates in India appeared first on Bauaelectric Auto News.

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JUNE 25, 2013

Among the transportation-related elements of US President Barack Obama’s new climate action plan, which he is outlining today in a speech at Georgetown University, is the development of new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018. Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 26, 2022

The eJLTV offers the US Army and US Marine Corps the same level of performance and protection as the base JLTV with the addition of silent drive, extended silent watch, enhanced fuel economy, and increased exportable power that enables it to be used in combat and reconnaissance scenarios. —John Bryant.

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JULY 7, 2023

The company’s focus on mass production ensures that L3 autonomous trucks are sufficiently reliable for OEMs to produce and highly affordable for fleet operators to procure and operate, while its advanced technical features significantly increase driver safety and enable end-customers to receive goods at lower shipping costs.

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OCTOBER 1, 2018

Automakers are not reducing the weight of small cars, but instead are prioritizing weight reductions where it offers the most promise to boost fuel economy and reduce emissions—their larger, heavier cars and trucks. —Mario Greco.

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AUGUST 31, 2020

A 4WD (four-wheel drive) system affords a seamless driving performance for a wide range of activities from urban driving to leisure activities. Furthermore, the hybrid variant achieves world-class, top-level fuel economy for its class (2WD, 30.8 km/L in WLTC mode) (3.25 l/100km, 72.4

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Those mileage numbers are a testament to the cars’ insane dependability and mountains of readily available, mostly affordable parts. Their thirsty V8 engines aren’t the best for fuel economy, but the robustness of the cars’ construction made them ideal candidates for abusive jobs, such as police work and taxi service.

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APRIL 2, 2018

Administrator Pruitt also announced the start of a joint process with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to develop a notice and comment rulemaking to set revised GHG emissions standards and Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards. The Obama Administration’s determination was wrong.

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APRIL 2, 2016

The resulting alloy is still more expensive than steel but with its strength-to-cost ratio, it becomes much more affordable with greater potential for lightweight automotive applications, said Vineet Joshi, a metallurgist at PNNL.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Bugattis, which are among the most expensive car brands in the world, are not necessarily famed for their fuel economy. In fact, as noted in a report from USA Today For The Win , the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport is one of the cars with the worst fuel economy in the market.

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AUGUST 4, 2016

Based on an average new car fuel economy of 25.3 mpg, Volt drivers have saved nearly 58 million gallons of fuel. The second-generation Volt improves on the pioneering work of the original, adding additional electric-only range, improved fuel economy of 106 mpg-e and 42 mpg, and a chassis that is lighter than the original.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 21, 2012

For example, we've heard time and again that even if Millennials (aka "Generation Y") could afford to buy cars, they wouldn't flock to showrooms, because they have other priorities. That's doubly so when they reveal shopping habits, because shoppers are curious and contradictory creatures.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 27, 2012

Many of us can’t wait for the day when affordable performance cars come in electric-powered versions, too. Contrary to popular belief, not all of us who love speed embrace gas-guzzling V-8s. There’s a lot to be said for maximum torque at zero rpm, something internal combustion engines (ICE) can’t match.

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APRIL 4, 2019

Projects will focus on novel, innovative materials and designs that decrease the size and increase the power density of electric drive systems by a factor of eight, while achieving cost reduction and performance improvement targets for more affordable electric drive systems.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2020

Co-Optima estimations indicate that significant fuel economy improvements are possible with improvements to RON, S, and HOV. The report highlights researchers’ answers to three vital questions: What fuels do engines want? Estimations indicate that fuel economy improvements are possible with improvements to RON, S, and HOV.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2016

will begin sales of an affordably-priced hybrid version as well as the newly refreshed gasoline-powered version of the Honda Odyssey and Odyssey Absolute premium minivans on Friday, 5 February, at dealerships across Japan. Honda Motor Co., Earlier post.) The hybrid is a new addition to the Odyssey lineup. km/L in JC08 mode (61.1

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APRIL 27, 2021

EPA will be taking a separate action to reconsider the previous administration’s final rule titled The Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Final Rule for Model Years 2021-2026 (SAFE-2). Earlier post.). EPA plans to propose this rule in July 2021. Background.

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

DE-FOA-0002420 ) This funding opportunity supports priorities in batteries and electrification, advanced engine and fuel technologies, materials, and new mobility technologies. Advances in connectivity and automation have the potential to improve transportation system-level energy efficiency, energy productivity, and affordability.

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JUNE 29, 2016

Ricardo believes the above package is very competitive with other fuel economy solutions such as full hybridization. Initial analysis shows that costs (based on Ricardo’s estimation) of less than €80 (US$89) per gram of CO 2 reduction for every kilometer traveled is feasible through ADEPT technology.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2018

The first study, Fuel Blendstocks with the Potential to Optimize Future Gasoline Engine Performance , identifies eight representative high-octane blendstocks across five chemical groups that could be blended into gasoline for better performance. The advanced fuel components can be derived from domestic biomass resources. Blendstocks.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 11, 2023

At least the promised fuel economy is on the high side – EPA numbers are 29/40/33. A roomy cabin, spacious trunk, agreeable ride, useful controls, good fuel economy, and a decent amount of features for $26 grand make for an appealing mix for those who focus more on needs as opposed to wants like high performance and coddling luxury.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2012

The research was conducted to gain understanding of how consumers view fuel-saving power train technologies based on attributes such as purchase price, fuel economy, annual fuel cost and performance. Most people will pay a little more for better fuel economy, as long as they don’t have to sacrifice performance.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 21, 2018

After wiping out plans to continue boosting fuel economy standards earlier this month, the EPA on Tuesday proposed rolling back emissions standards on electric power plants.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2021

The 12V ALiS (Advanced Lithium-ion battery System) mild hybrid system available on new Qashqai is a more affordable hybrid technology that provides torque assist, extended idle stop, quick restart and coasting stop [CVT only], with improvements to both fuel economy and CO 2 output (-4g/km).

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 15, 2023

Despite fuel prices and an economy that seems poised to bolster the sale of value-focused cars, the United States is losing another one. But the days of a $13,000 economy car are over. Mitsubishi’s impressive warranty, combined with the excellent fuel economy available from the Mirage’s naturally aspirated 1.2-liter

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Earlier this month, Cummins received two other awards totaling nearly $7 million from the EERE for Cummins’ continued work on enhancing economic viability of fuel cell powertrain solutions for heavy-duty applications including on-highway tractor-trailers and buses. The first award for approximately $3.5

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2020

On 31 March, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released the final rule for The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles for Model Years 2021-2026. The final rule requires a 1.5% mpg and 199 g/mile CO 2 in 2026. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The EPA released impressive fuel-economy estimates for the 2019 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Indiana professors combine ethanol, and fuel-cell tech in affordable next-gen electric-car battery. One-step Plug&Charge comes to Greenlots chargers.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

The data, analysis, and insights from this work will fill critical information gaps to inform mobility research needs as well as near- and long-term transportation planning that maximizes energy efficiency and affordability. Engines and Fuels ($10.1 Off-road and Fluid Power Systems ($3.4

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APRIL 25, 2023

The Toyota Prius has pretty much always been focused solely on fuel economy. Driving dynamics took a back seat to fuel economy. If you bought a Prius (or leased one) you likely bought it for fuel economy – or maybe because it was affordable. The design was driven by the desire to maximize MPGs.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fuel economy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.

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MARCH 25, 2011

group firm had earlier indicated a price below 1 million yen, but opted to make the e:S car even more affordable to better compete with its main rivals: hybrids and electric vehicles. Daihatsu Motor Co. will sell its new minivehicle to be released this summer for less than ¥800,000 (US$9,900). The Toyota Motor Corp. million yen.

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AUGUST 31, 2012

Additionally, the Joint Venture will foster the creation of new energy vehicle component technology company partnerships dedicated to supplying the JV and ALTe with advanced, high-quality, efficient and affordable electronic devices needed in the growing electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle ecosystem.

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