Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2010

NaturalDrive has obtained model year 2011 certification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) alternative fuel system for General Motors full-size vans. Earlier post.).

2011 199

2011 GM EPA California 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 29, 2015

Neste, Renewable Energy Group (REG) and Solazyme will supply renewable diesel to UPS to help facilitate the company’s shift to move more than 12% of its purchased ground fuel from conventional diesel and gasoline fuel to alternative fuels by the end of 2017. trillion.

Renewable 150

Renewable Diesel Alternative Fuels Louisiana 150

Green Car Congress

JUNE 28, 2011

has entered into an agreement with General Motors to help develop advanced natural gas engine technology for light-duty vehicles. Both General Motors and Westport will bring their expertise to developing natural gas engine controls, emissions and performance strategies. Westport Innovations Inc.

Light 210

Light Gas Engine GM 210

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

CleanFUEL USA , a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems has introduced its latest Liquid Propane Injection (LPI) system for the General Motors (GM) 6.0-liter liter engine. When the 6.0L

USA 199

USA GM Engine Stimulus 199

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2023

With the automotive industry now keen on propulsion systems that don’t emit a lot of carbon, we’ve seen decades of manufacturers toying with alternative fuels. From Bloomberg : Ammonia is being explored as a carbon-free fuel but it faces hurdles because of its low flammability and high nitrogen oxide emissions.

Engine 105

Engine Power Powered Cars 105

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

The awards, funded from the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program, help to pay the difference between a conventional gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicle and one powered by a cleaner alternative fuel. The Energy Commission already has awarded nearly $15.5

Gas 199

Gas California Oakland Powered 199

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 16, 2013

2015 Chevrolet CNG-Capable, Bi-Fuel Impala. General Motors will build a Chevrolet Impala sedan for retail and fleet customers that operates on either gasoline or compressed natural gas (CNG), GM Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson announced today. Click to enlarge.

Chevrolet 230

Chevrolet Gasoline GM Fuel 230

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2014

EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fuel economy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fuel economy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013.

Fuel Economy 230

Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2010

General Motors has finalized the production process for its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, allowing the company to deliver fleet customers complete vehicles with a fully integrated and dedicated CNG fuel system starting this fall. Earlier post.).

GM 186

GM GMC Fuel Chevrolet 186

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 16, 2016

SuperTruck II builds on the successful SuperTruck I program, which has already led to more than twenty fuel saving technologies that have reached the commercial market, said Acting Assistant Secretary David Friedman. Advances for the Production of Low‐Cost Electric Drive vehicle Motors (Area of Interest 5). General Motors.

Vehicles 150

Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

CleanFUEL USA, a leading supplier of alternative fuel infrastructure and propane engine systems, will build and certify a multi-purpose 8-liter General Motors (GM) propane engine in partnership with Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC), a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America. —Tucker Perkins.

USA 239

USA Engine Alternative Fuels Gasoline 239

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2015

Among their findings, published in a paper in the ACS journal Environmental Science & Technology , are that policies should for the foreseeable future focus on the niche adoption of plug-in vehicles in non-attainment regions, as CNG vehicles are likely more cost-effective at providing overall life cycle air emissions impact benefits.

Climate Change 150

Climate Change Energy Gas-Electric Plug-in 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2022

As with all General Motors vehicles, the Silverado EV will be equipped with OnStar. A simple push of a button connects to a friendly representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. Observations: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV.

Silverado 83

Silverado Chevrolet GMC Hummer 83

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

The components can be combined to model a large variety of new or existing fuel blends. Fuel properties affect a number of combustion and engine properties, including ignition delay; knocking tendency; flame speeds; pollutant emissions; sooting tendency and particle size distributions; and density, viscosity and heating value.

Fuel 225

Fuel Design Engine Emissions 225

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2009

Under the agreement, CleanFUEL will distribute IMPCO’s bi-fuel Sequent system, a dual-propane and gasoline fuel system certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for conversions of light duty General Motors and Ford vehicles to run on propane.

USA 150

USA Engine GMC Sierra 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2009

CO 2 emissions during LPG operation are 10 - 13% lower than in gasoline mode. LPG is the most popular alternative fuel in the world and is already used in more than 13 million vehicles. For example, the LPG Astra station wagon can cover up to around 1,300 kilometers (808 miles) without stopping to refuel. LPG ecoFLEX.

Automotive Task Force 199

Automotive Task Force Range GM Gasoline 199

Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2012

The awards are funded by the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. million to help buyers afford new, alternative-fueled passenger vehicles and medium- and heavy-duty buses and trucks. American Honda Motor Company, Inc. The Energy Commission already has awarded nearly $20.5

California 186

California Gas Powered Power 186

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

The new investments will go toward a wide range of research, development, and demonstration projects that aim to reduce the price and improve the efficiency of plug-in electric, alternative fuel, and conventional vehicles. General Motors. Vehicle Technologies Program Awards. Description. Federal funding.

Fuel 150

Fuel Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Vehicles 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 21, 2016

General Motors. The DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center provides a comprehensive database of federal and state programs that support EVs and infrastructure. The DOT is now soliciting nominations from State and local officials to assist in making designations for alternative fuel corridors. Duke Energy.

Obama 150

Obama Charging Financing Alternative Fuels 150

Green Cars News

JULY 9, 2009

According to reports, General Motors has splashed out around $1billion developing the Chevrolet Volt, while Chrysler hopes to invest around $448million in its electric vehicle programme. He also spent a year living with the pioneering General Motors EV1 electric car and has driven the vast majority of alternative fuel vehicles.

Electric Cars 36

Electric Cars Future Cars EV1 36

Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2009

General Motors Corp. GM also reaffirmed its commitment to improve the fuel efficiency of its vehicle fleet, meet or exceed new federal fuel economy and emissions regulations, and push ahead with advanced propulsion technology. GM’s primary bankruptcy counsel is Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP.

GM 150

GM Canada 2009 2010 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 30, 2012

It is the largest-ever order of CNG vehicles from General Motors. Last week, the company announced the milestone deployment of its 5,000 th alternative-fuel vehicle, a Chevrolet Express van, as part of the commitment. Earlier post.). Chevrolet Express CNG vans are powered by a Vortec 6.0L

Chevrolet 225

Chevrolet Powered Power Alternative Fuels 225

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 3, 2011

General Motors will sell a compressed natural gas bi-fuel commercial pickup truck early in the fourth quarter of 2012. The addition of a bi-fuel CNG pickup will help satisfy a broader range of needs for commercial customers looking for a one-stop alternative fuel vehicle from the factory.

2012 261

2012 Commercial GM Fuel 261

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Hyundai began leasing its first series production fuel cell electric vehicle at select dealerships in Southern California. It is especially important to note that several of the companies—Nissan, Ford, Volkswagen and BMW—have previously focused primarily on battery-electric vehicles and other alternative fuels.

2013 296

2013 Market Fuel Sale 296

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Car Companies Standardize Plug for Electric Vehicles Written by Jerry James Stone Published on April 19th, 2009 34 Comments Posted in Electric Cars (EVs) , Plug-in hybrid EVs Just a few hours after General Motors called for a standardized EV plug , one has been created! by RSS or sign up by email. is a Green Options Media Production.

Gas-Electric 66

Gas-Electric Standards Plug Gas 66

Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2014

The Optiblend kit displaces diesel with natural gas (up to 70%) or other alternative fuels, without modifications to the internal components or the stock fuel management system. The OptiBlend system lowers operational costs, increases back up runtime capacity, and reduces NO x , CO 2 , and PM emissions. Background.

Fuel 210

Fuel Power Powered Colorado 210

Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

Meanwhile, the US is determined to play catch-up after its leading brands, including General Motors and Chrysler, were left teetering on the edge of peril earlier this year in part because they had failed to move with the times and embrace fuel efficient cars. Faye Sunderland.

China 36

China Electric Cars Green Coal 36

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

General Motors has done something remarkable, enough so that we were tempted to jump them up to the top of this chart until they stumbled recently. million electric cars (including plug-in hybrids and fuel cells) on the road by 2025. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class.

Electric Cars 105

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Availability of the Tucson Fuel Cell will expand to other regions of the country consistent with the accelerating deployment of hydrogen refueling stations. To achieve societal goals of significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, more and more consumers will need to drive zero-emissions vehicles. —John Krafcik.

Tucson 324

Tucson Honda Hyundai Concept 324

EV Connect

MAY 17, 2021

So far, only General Motors and Tesla have passed this threshold. Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit The other major tax incentive applies to companies that install alternative fuel sources including electric vehicle charging stations. Don’t wait until every other company has an electric fleet.

Fleet 77

Fleet Tax Credit Missouri Alternative Fuels 77

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

billion worldwide—by 2050, this may not be achievable through improvements to the traditional internal combustion engine or alternative fuels: the traditional combustion engine is expected to improve by 30%, so achieving full decarbonisation is not possible through efficiency alone. Total Raffinage Marketing.

Plug-in 244

Plug-in Transportation PHEV Plug 244

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

Roomy inside, a family of five and all their gear can hit the road for 277 all-electric miles of silent, emissions-free driving. Dual motors power the eAWD with 379 hp and 516 lb.-ft. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

MPG 82

MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 82

Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2014

The architecture is also designed to support hybrid propulsion systems and alternative fuels. Similarly, Shanghai-General Motors in China drove validation of the new 1.4L naturally aspirated direct-injection engines that will be offered in the 2015 next-generation Chevrolet Cruze for the Chinese market.

Engine 261

Engine GM Oil-Sands Oil 261

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2009

The 2009 clean-diesel Jetta TDI for example, has scooped numerous ‘Green Car of the Year’ titles and reduces emissions by 90 per cent. Despite focusing on clean-diesel technologies, VW has not been immune to alternative fuels. Faye Sunderland.

Green Cars 48

Green Cars Green Civic Hybrid 2003 48

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

General Motors India and Reva Electric Car Company announced today in New Delhi the signing of an agreement to cooperate in the development of electric vehicles for the India. After recently emerging from bankruptcy, GM is pursuing a policy of increasingly focusing on alternative fuel as part of its restructuring process.

REVA 32

REVA GM G-Wiz Electric Cars 32

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. 10/31/07 [General Motors Corp. 6/15/07 General Motors Corp. Shifted earlier focus to all-electric Focus in 2011 with Magna. By partnering with these two industries.

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion 45

EV Connect

MARCH 8, 2021

In a letter jointly penned by the consumer lobby BEUC and the Transport & Environment caucus, the ACEA said that while tougher emissions standards and tax subsidies for EVs were a step in the right direction, the transition to full adoption of EVs is being held back by the current lack of public charging stations.

International 66

International Charging 2020 Canada 66