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How EVs Are Reducing Carbon (CO2) Emissions

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However, research conducted by the European Energy Agency states that “even when we account for the source of electricity generation, electric cars emit approximately 17-30% less carbon than gasoline or diesel cars.” mph” in the United States. Why does this matter?

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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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Smooth, Powerful Diesel Performance. There is a low diesel rumble upon start-up that becomes a nice note when accessing the ample torque to get off the line, but then purrs at freeway speeds. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter It used to be that diesel engines were only found in heavy-duty trucks. In 235 miles we averaged 25.2

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Flash Drive: 2024 Polestar 2 Single and Dual Motor

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with 0-60 mph times of 5.9 of torque and gets to 60 mph in 4.1 Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. The all-electric range (AER) is now up to 320 miles, a 20% range increase over the 2023 model.

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Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

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Zero-to-60 mph speeds are in the low-eight second range, which doesn’t quite put it in the performance or sporty category. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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Flagship SUV Gives Smooth Luxury, Powerful Diesel Performance. The low diesel rumble upon start-up becomes a nice note when accessing the ample torque to get off the line, but then purrs quietly at freeway speeds. But on a 180-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 28.8

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An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test

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In Utah the posted limit is 80 mph and for many drivers that was only a suggestion. We set the cruise control to 72 mph when on the freeway. Gasoline fueled vehicles require tune-ups, oil, transmission servicing and other typical maintenance and costs.

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

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We did a bit better on a 120-mile freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 28.1 Selecting the Sport mode for that extra oomph helped turn 0-60 mph in about 6.3 Maintenance Three years/36,000 miles. All prices include the mandatory $1,245 freight and handling fee. New Vehicle Five years/60,000 miles.

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