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VSE Corporation delivers prototype repowered, fuel-efficient engine to US Postal Service for testing

Green Car Congress

(WBI) recently delivered their prototype, fuel efficient, repowered gasoline Long Life Vehicle (LLV) for testing by the USPS. The RFD6 Re-Power Kit was engineered by VSE to take advantage of the existing maintenance infrastructure and personnel technical levels resident in the US Postal Service Vehicle Maintenance Facilities (VMFs).

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CleanFUEL USA partners with Freightliner on new 8.0L propane LPI medium-duty engine

Green Car Congress

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. medium-duty engine, as well as a 6.0L

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

Clean Fleet Report

MG 1 starts the gasoline engine and charges the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, while MG2 drives the front wheels and regenerates the battery during braking and coasting, and MGR drives the rear wheels and also regenerates the battery. Fuel economy reported by Clean Fleet Report represents the reviewer’s driving experience.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

Clean Fleet Report

liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine, a high-voltage battery and two electric motors for a combined 194 horsepower. Access to the cargo area, with tie downs, lights, a first aid kit and under-floor compartments, is through a power lift gate. Two Free Scheduled Services – Per Maintenance Schedule.

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Road Test: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT

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It also estimates driving the Bolt over five years will save at least $3,750 on gasoline. This, along with all the other maintenance you will never have to do, is a real money saver versus a gasoline powered car. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. USA Today ) 10/25/06 DaimlerChrysler is downright reluctant, even though it has built four test models, commercial-size vans that run on gasoline and electricity. Hybrid Sonata model year 2011, possible PHEV version in 2013. No announced plans. We hope Ford will, and then move ahead!

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Electric Car Makers: Oregon Wants You - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

We need to stop BURNING fuel in our cars. Gasoline is burnt up and gone forever into the atmosphere and into our lungs. And with EV maintenance you are less exposed to being ripped off buy the ICE car repairman. nk Related Posts From Green Inc. electric car race with i MiEV in Oregon? If you charge with solar, is way less.

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