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Chicago Area Clean Cities names American Lung Association 2017 Clean Fuels Champion

Green Car Congress

Along with our partners like Clean Cities, our team works extremely hard to encourage the use of clean-vehicle technologies, such as alternative fuels, replacing older engines, and use of electric and hybrid vehicles. —Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association.

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European Strategy for low-emission mobility stresses digital tech, electrification and ZEVs

Green Car Congress

In accordance with Directive on alternative fuel infrastructure, Member States are required to implement common standards, including a common plug for electric vehicles, and roll out infrastructure for alternative fuels. In the event of an international agreement, the EU may align this legislation to a global system.

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An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test

Clean Fleet Report

Instead of flying from my home in Southern California, I asked if my wife and I could drive to the event. Electrify America’s charging network were the backbone of our trip Cost Comparison We charged 412.23 In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. miles per kWh.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

Clean Fleet Report

When comparison shopping compact SUVs, if a plusher interior is a pacing item, the Taos may be a bit Spartan. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Small-displacement two-stroke H2 engine could address performance and emissions cost-effectively for recreational market; potential for Asian motor vehicle fleet

Green Car Congress

Comparison of brake thermal efficiency and specific fuel consumption at rated power (ICOMIA Mode 5), hydrogen vs. gasoline engines. These were hampered by low power and abnormal combustion events such as knocking, pre-ignition and backfiring, which worsened with increasing engine load. Oh and Plante. Click to enlarge.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Volkswagen Performance Sedans

Clean Fleet Report

This isn’t a true apples-to-apples comparison as the performance difference is the key pacing item between the two sedans. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals. The view from the fun seat.

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Flash Drive: 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Crossover EV

Clean Fleet Report

There are trade-offs in range, size and flexibility—though this small chart shows these aren’t true apples-to-apples comparisons—but it shows Volkswagen’s committed to make EVs that are ready to run in the pack. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. 4 (Steve’s view).

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