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Maritz study finds growing but still low US consumer awareness about alternative fuel technologies; knowledge gap and confusion a sales challenge for OEMs

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Results of a survey released by Maritz Research demonstrates that while US consumer awareness about alternative fuel vehicles continues to grow, only about one in five consumers state they are “very familiar” with any alternative-fuel technologies.

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Road Test: Ford F-150 Lightning

Clean Fleet Report

Ford also offers home-charging solutions that can power an entire home for several days using the onboard battery. Two battery options are available, and both are lithium-ion pouch-type packs with internal battery management and liquid cooling. The standard-range version has a 98-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery with an 11.3/10.5

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Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8

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Eco Two models to kcik things off Dual 150 kW motors producing 348 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 mph maximum top speed 6.5 EPA measurement) Battery and Charging The VF 8 is charged through a plug-in port offering three charging speeds. seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. (

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e EV

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kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery 6.6 kW onboard charger 150 kW maximum DC charging 4,564-4,619 curb weight All Electric Driving Range: 196-220 miles Hitting the Road The immediate thought when sliding behind the wheel is the RZ 450e has a high level of fit and finish; once underway, you notice a substantial road feel. front and 124.3

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Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range

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The Mach-E has a 91 kilowatt-hour (kWh) extended range battery, and a 10.5 Before setting out, based on your car’s all-electric driving range, having a realistic estimate of how often charging will be necessary and how much time should be allowed is important.

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Flash Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S

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The AWD ZDX Type S, weighing-in at 6,052 pounds, is planted solidly to the ground with the batteries placed below the floor to deliver a low center of gravity and 50:50 weight distribution. Ask any race car engineer the importance of getting the weight low to the ground and evenly distributed. miles per hour of charging.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Prius Prime PHEV

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In our short time driving the Prius Prime, we were not able to get a representative fuel economy average, so check back with Clean Fleet Report when we put the Prius Prime through its paces for a full week and can report on real world efficiency. When you see it at the Toyota dealer in person, the experience will start all over again.

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