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US House Passes $2.85B Bill for Advanced Technology Vehicle RD from 2010-2014

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mpg US limit by 2016, earlier post.) other research areas as determined by the Secretary. other innovative technologies research and development, as determined by the Secretary. Innovative Automotive Demonstration Program. (EPA EPA and NHTSA just released their joint proposed rulemaking for an average 250g/mile CO 2 and 34.1

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New Honda 2012 Civic Natural Gas goes on sale 18 October at Honda dealers in 35 states, up from 4

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To support growing consumer interest in alternative-fuel vehicles, American Honda is expanding its network of US dealers which are qualified to sell and service the Civic Natural Gas to retail customers—expanding sales to 200 dealers in 35 states. The Civic Natural Gas has its 3600-psi fuel tank located between the rear wheels.

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Road Test: 2025 Toyota Crown Nightshade Hybrid

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The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. The silver trim appears again on the lower rear fascia.

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Prince George’s County, Maryland converts 5 cargo vans with XL Hybrids’ Systems

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The project is part of the County’s on-going sustainability efforts to include fleet reduction of underutilized vehicles, car sharing, down-sizing and replacing fleet vehicles with more efficient alternative fuels and technologies.

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Road Test: 2025 Lexus RX 450h+ AWD PHEV

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Running on 91 octane, the fuel economy is rated at 35 mpg on gasoline alone in city and highway tests with 37 all-electric miles when fully charged. Connectivity includes Bluetooth streaming audio, hands-free telephone and messaging. Powered by a 2.5-liter The combined rating is 83 MPGe.

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Kia introduces 2018 Niro PHEV crossover to US at Los Angeles Show

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As Kia’s third plug-in model after the Soul EV and the Optima PHEV, and anticipated in retailer showrooms by the end of this year, the Niro PHEV offers an estimated 26 miles (42 km) of all-electric range, 105 MPGe, 46 mpg combined, and Super Ultra-Low Emissions. The Niro PHEV pairs an all-aluminum 1.6-liter

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Road Trip: 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Sport Touring

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Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic Hybrid at 50 mpg city/47 highway and 49 combined. The steering weight provided a good connection with the road. Oh, the 50+ mpg almost slipped by! The trunk is larger than expected and will swallow up gear for a long, fuel-efficient road trip.