Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 16, 2013

Currently, the only natural gas vehicle from a major manufacturer on sale in the US is the Honda Civic Natural Gas. The Chevrolet Impala bi-fuel sedan features a factory-engineered and fully warranted powertrain that switches seamlessly from CNG to gasoline. Engines Natural Gas' Click to enlarge.

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Chevrolet Gasoline GM Fuel 230

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 9, 2022

A study conducted by a team at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) compared the lifetime costs of owning a gas-powered vehicle versus that of owning an eco-friendly vehicle. The motors that electric vehicles use have fewer moving parts than their gasoline-powered counterparts and don’t require oil changes.

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Nickel Metal Hydride Lithium Ion Cars Cost Of 82

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 10, 2014

The report also noted that: Since alternative fuel vehicle production [CNG, PHEVs and EVs] has generally been less than 0.1% of total vehicle production until very recently, the impact of excluding alternative fuel vehicles was negligible. Top: Engine power and displacement. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2009

owned by American Honda, entered receivership on 2 April and ceased operations on 3 April. As part of the purchase agreements, Fuel Systems Solutions has agreed to fulfill certain FuelMaker service obligations and has assumed certain outstanding purchase orders. FuelMaker Corp., Earlier post.).

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Purchase Fuel Alternative Fuels Honda 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2011

SAE international has released a second edition of the book Hybrid Powered Vehicles , intended to provide executives and decision-makers with the necessary information for making the best choices pertaining to hybrid vehicle engineering. Engineering of vehicles will be the differentiator for consumers.

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International Hybrid Design Vehicles 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

EPA projects advanced transmissions (6+ speeds and CVTs), gasoline direct injection (GDI) systems, and turbocharged engines will be installed on at least 15% of all MY 2013 vehicles. Change in Adjusted fuel economy, weight, and horsepower for MY 1975-2013. Vehicle weight trend is flat and increasing vehicle power trend is slowing.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

Worldwide, five automakers—Volkswagen, Toyota, General Motors, Honda, and Daimler—are among the top 20 companies for all corporate research and development spending as ranked by Booz’s annual global R&D report.Volkswagen is first, with more than $11 billion in spending.

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Industrial Industry Auto Industry Cars 246

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Built on an all-new platform, the K5 is wider, longer and lower than the Optima, more powerful, and takes design cues from the performance minded Kia Stinger. liter engine, coming away impressed with the styling and performance. They kick-up that performance with a more powerful engine which takes the K5 to an all new level of fun.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 74

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter liter non-turbocharged, 4-cylinder engine that produces 165 horsepower by itself, but when adding-in the motor generator that number increases to 200 hp. liter 4-cylinder engines.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE is powered by Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive system of a gasoline-powered 2.5-liter liter four-cylinder engine combined with an 88-kilowatt electric motor. This process is viewed on a dash gauge where you can watch the power flow into and out of the battery and engine.

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 68

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

The front-wheel drive Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter liter inline 4-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower (hp) and 139 pound-feet (lb.-ft.) The Drive Mode Select helps you get the most performance and fuel efficiency from the hybrid system with choices of Smart, Normal, Sport and Custom. coefficient of drag.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 81

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

The Model Fuel Library is a subscription-based library which includes more than 40 fully validated, self-consistent components that can be used to simulate fuel effects in virtually all types of automotive and aircraft engines, as well as engines used for electric power generation. Additive components such as ETBE.

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Fuel Design Engine Emissions 225

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

Next up for 2021 is the all-new Sienna Hybrid minivan, which previously was powered only by a gasoline V6. Clean Fleet Report found the 2020 Sienna to be roomy for both people and their things, but not very fuel efficient, which the all-new Sienna addresses in a big way. Smooth Power and Fuel Sipping.

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Toyota Hybrid Minivan Fuel Economy 98

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Climbing and descending this twisting road would be a true test for any car, SUV or truck, but when testing a hybrid there is an extra check on the performance the electric motor adds to the gasoline engine. In the case of the Sportage Hybrid, that performance was easily noticeable as it delivered smooth seamless power.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

All have a 1.5liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engines producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. Otherwise, the engine was smooth. The rack and pinion electric power steering was too light for our liking, even though it was progressive, tightening (or becomes heavier) on the open road, While lighter in town.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 21, 2023

liter twin scroll turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 227 horsepower (hp) and 310 pound-feet of torque (lb.-ft.) Fuel economy is EPA rated at 23/29/25 mpg for the turbocharged CX-50. liter non-turbo engine is standard and puts out 187 hp and 186 lb.-ft., of torque when using 87 octane–or 250 hp and 320 lb.-ft.

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Mazda SUV MPG Fuel Economy 78

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

The front-wheel drive 2022 Kia Rio is powered by a 1.6-liter liter gasoline engine with multi-port injection, good for 120 horsepower and 112 pound-feet of torque, mated to an intelligent variable transmission (iVT). This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. Low-cost but not cheap.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 71

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

One Engine, One Transmission. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode, paddle shifters, and five driver-selectable drive modes. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode, paddle shifters, and five driver-selectable drive modes. The power of choice. Building a legacy.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The Tucson Hybrid looks like no other compact SUV, as it veers far from the sharp-angles on its closest competitors–the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. The distinctive rear end design is dominated by vertical LED tail lights and a connecting light strip, stretching from edge-to-edge on the power hands-free lift gate. A whole new face.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

My Electric Car

AUGUST 21, 2020

There has been much discussion for over thirty years or more around the use of hydrogen fuel cells as an alternative to the internal combustion engine. Fuel cells had been promoted in some sectors as the best alternative to the internal combustion engine. The reasons are numerous. .

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Hydrogen Petrol Gas-Electric Lithium Ion 52

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

So why do Kia, Honda, Toyota and Chrysler continue to make these boxy people movers? Driving the front wheels, all-wheel drive is not offered, the engine puts out 290 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. You can have a V6–& That’s It.

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Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 72

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

liter inline 4-cylinder engine with 228 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. All-season, but not the most fun The variable ratio electric-power assist steering was neutral and provided accurate turning results, with the leather-wrapped steering wheel having a good, solid feel. Clean Fleet Report spent a fun week in the Jetta GLI 2.0T

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 70

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai announced plans to offer its next-generation Tucson Fuel Cell vehicle for the US market for $499 per month, including unlimited free hydrogen refueling and At Your Service Valet Maintenance at no extra cost. Also at the LA Auto Show, the new Honda FCEV Concept made its world debut.

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Tucson Honda Hyundai Concept 324

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

turbocharged inline six-cylinder gasoline engine was mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 429 hp and 384 lb.-ft. Genesis fields a powerful SUV. – All-new for 2021, the midsize GV80 SUV has an optional power-folding third row. twin-turbo V6 produced more than enough power for family road trips.

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Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Turbo Power. liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. Torque comes in at a low 1,600 rpm, getting power to the all-wheel drive system, which Acura calls SH-AWD, through a 10-speed automatic. Torque comes in at a low 1,600 rpm, getting power to the all-wheel drive system, which Acura calls SH-AWD, through a 10-speed automatic.

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Acura MPG Fuel Economy SUV 75

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2011

2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas. The all-new 2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas (formally known as the Civic GX), the only dedicated natural gas-powered passenger vehicle manufactured and sold in the US, will go on sale at qualified Honda dealerships nationwide on 18 October with a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $26,155.

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Honda 2012 Gas Dealers 231

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

liter 4-cylinder engine; running on unleaded regular it puts out 281 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. We only took the Santa Cruz to 80 mph (Hyundai rates the top speed at 155 mph) where the engine was pleasantly quiet and smooth, delivering seamless power when needed. The base Santa Cruz engine is the non-turbo 2.5L

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. Stopping was straight, with the 4-wheel power-assisted disc anti-lock brakes, which were easy to modulate. An engine for the long haul. How It Works.

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 78

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VF 8 City The 2023 VF 8 Eco and Plus City Edition, the first models being sold in North America, offer this power and range. When driving a gasoline-powered car with an automatic transmission, the combination of braking and accelerating around a corner will result in the transmission hunting for the right gear for the maximum performance.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 94

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

The H2 Mobility launch comes one day after leading automakers signed a Letter of Understanding regarding the commercialization and series production of fuel cell electric vehicles from 2015 onward. Today, after more than 100 years of combustion engines and the dominance of oil, we are facing a new technological era in the transport sector.

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Germany Hydrogen Vehicles Stimulus Package 268

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, both utilize a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter Using 87 octane fuel, there is a total system of 260 horsepower combined. Keep in mind this is a 5,010-pound aerodynamic shoe box getting this stellar fuel economy. How It Works.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 91

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

The Limited, which is the top trim level, comes standard with leather-trimmed, heated and ventilated front seats The driver’s seat has eight-way power adjustments with lumbar and memory while the passenger gets four-way power adjustments, lacking one to raise the seat height. Plenty of power and impressive efficiency.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 70

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

Two Engines, One Transmission. The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco has two EcoBoost gasoline engine choices. Both engines are mated to an eight-speed automatic with a manual mode and paddle shifters as well as driver-selectable drive modes. 2 engines to get you there. A throwback but full of modern tech. Waiting to be filled.

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Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy 65

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 26, 2021

liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 158 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The front seats were comfortable, with the driver getting power adjustments including lumbar. Turbo Power + FWD or AWD. liter, turbocharged four-cylinder engine. All have a 1.5-liter

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Fuel Economy Economy Clean Cleaning 62

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

A comparable SUV, such as a 2023 Ford Explorer AWD with the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and an EPA highway rating of 26 miles per gallon, would have used 69 gallons of gasoline. The fuel costs we saw posted during our trip averaged $4 per gallon for 87 octane, which would be $276 gasoline costs, so advantage electric, but not by much.

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Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 82

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

Major Jerry Asher wheels around Arizona in a Toyota Prius hybrid, packing an extra battery and preaching a message to “kick gas” in favor of electric power. Asher never opened the hood to show the engine. a hybrid is converted to a PHEV, it can reach a top speed of about 52 mph in electric mode before the gasoline engine takes over.

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Arizona 2009 Plug-in International 36

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

This compact pickup is smaller than the mid- and full-size trucks roaming our streets, but size alone doesn’t explain how it sips fuel. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL, powered by a 2.5-Liter Liter gasoline engine and a 94kW electric motor. An efficient engine and electric power.

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 87