Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 21, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Mazda CX-50 AWD Mazda Wants You to Live A Little The 2023 CX-50 is part of Mazda’s SUV quiver, smallest to largest, of the CX-30, CX-5, CX-50 and CX-9. Mazda says the CX-50 is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose built for active lifestyles” that enables drivers “to venture further into the outdoors and off-road.”

Mazda 78

Mazda SUV MPG Fuel Economy 78

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

It fits in below the Tiguan in the VW SUV hierarchy. There are also settings for Snow and Off Road, and Off Road Custom, which offer traction options not found on most compact SUVs. Throughout the interior is a mix of soft and hard plastics, with the latter more prominent, as is the case on many, but not all, entry level SUVs.

Fuel Economy 79

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Premium Three-Row Midsize SUV. Now in year two, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade continues to be one of the best three-row midsize SUVs. New for 2021 is the Palisade Calligraphy, slotting in at the top of the Hyundai SUV line-up. The Palisade, as Hyundai’s largest SUV, can seat up to eight if ordered with the second row bench seat.

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

Western Automotive Journalists (WAJ), a Northern California association for automotive writers, annually brings together journalists to drive an assortment of cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs as well as taking time to discuss current and future product with automotive industry representatives. Genesis fields a powerful SUV.

Lexus 96

Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Restyling a Best-Selling Premium Compact SUV. The Acura RDX has been one of the best-selling compact premium SUVs since 2006, and has sold more than 50,000 every year since 2015. The “SH” stands for Super Handling, a big promise from a 4,059-pound compact SUV. SH-AWD = Super Handling – All-Wheel Drive.

Acura 75

Acura MPG Fuel Economy SUV 75

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

High Marks for Hyundai’s First Hybrid SUV. Hyundai’s first-ever hybrid SUV, the all-new 2022 Tucson Hybrid, delivers great fuel economy and seats five while hauling all their stuff, too. With that stiffer suspension, cornering was quite good and capable for a compact SUV. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid.

Tucson 74

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

In a world where SUVs and crossovers are the rage, the number of minivans sold each year have dropped to where they are about two percent of all light vehicles sold. So why do Kia, Honda, Toyota and Chrysler continue to make these boxy people movers? The Carnival emulates the SUV look from the side. Drivetrain. Get a grip.

Kia 72

Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 72

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

While some SUVs have numb steering, reducing road feel, this was not the case with the Escape PHEV, as there was never a time or situation where we felt disconnected from the tires and the road, including feeling planted around sweeping turns. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

Escape 89

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 26, 2021

VW Fields an Entry-Level SUV. When Clean Fleet Report has the Taos for a week, we will report on real world fuel economy, which we are confident will exceed the EPA estimates, and provide a more detailed evaluation of what spending time with this SUV is like. The Taos should slip right into the VW SUV lineup. FWD $24,190.

Fuel Economy 62

Fuel Economy Economy Clean Cleaning 62

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

The ubiquitous SUV, crossover or truck have become the belle of the ball, getting all the attention while the poor four-door sedan is like the kid that gets picked last for the baseball team. Is the Sonata Hybrid enticing enough to sway you from a SUV or crossover? Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. A case for sedans.

Hyundai 81

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 81

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Auto manufacturers are slowly getting out of the midsize sedan business aiming their sights at crossovers, SUVs and trucks. Midsize Sedan Competition Remains Tough–& Fuel Efficient. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Honda Accord. Powertrain – 10 years/100,000 miles.

Kia 74

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 74

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. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. New Design: Out and In. Room for adults. inches versus 7.1-inches.

Kia 82

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

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.

Las Vegas 82

Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 82

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tesla helped former shareholder Toyota to bring back the Toyota RAV4 EV , an electric SUV and also aided its other OEM shareholder, Daimler (which also has since divested its Tesla shares), with the Smart ED and B-Class Electric. Mitsubishi finally brought the a plug-in hybrid version of its Outlander SUV to the U.S.

Electric Cars 104

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 104

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

ZF , a German manufacture of automatic transmissions, provided this explanation of a wet DCT. The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. The sculpted hood leads to a crossover SUV cabin that morphs into a truck bed. Road Test: 2017 Honda Ridgeline. Glam inside.”

Hyundai 79

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

All-new for 2021, the Sienna takes design queues from the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV with narrow, swept back LED headlights, distinctive daytime running lights and a large grille. Road Test: 2021 Honda Odyssey. [ In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

Toyota 98

Toyota Hybrid Minivan Fuel Economy 98

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Knee and leg room for third row passengers also good and puts all but the largest SUVs to shame. Road Test: 2021 Honda Odyssey. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Story by John Faulkner. Photos by John Faulkner and Chrysler. [ Road Test: 2022 Kia Carnival.

Chrysler 78

Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 78

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Edging toward SUV looks. Knee and leg room for third-row passengers also is generous and puts all but the largest SUVs to shame. Road Test: 2021 Honda Odyssey. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Redesigned Exterior. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid.

Chrysler 91

Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 91

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

With the coupe-like design, the sleek lines will cause you to pause about buying a crossover SUV. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Exterior Statement. A seductive statement car in the midsize segment. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5.

Hyundai 70

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 70

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

The Joy of Driving , Malibu Style The Motor Press Guild (MPG), the Southern California non-profit association for automotive journalists, annually brings together writers with automotive manufacturer representatives and their cars. This will be the perfect entry EV for people replacing their gasoline-powered SUV.

MPG 69

MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 69

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Despite the recent progress, a number of myths around the use, power efficiency and cost of fuel cells still exist. With global leading car OEMs such as Toyota, Honda, Hyundai all recently announcing their intentions to make their FCEVs available to the consumer, there is no doubt that the OEMs have done their homework.

Fuel 281

Fuel Electric Vehicles Market Hydrogen 281

EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

All the new electric cars, electric SUVs and electric utes arriving in Australia in 2021, 2022 and 2023. 5 million government grant was awarded in the 2020/2021 budget to help set up Adelaide-based manufacturing facilities. Aston Martin DBX PHEV and EV – electrified versions of AM’s first SUV on the cards.

Electric Cars 98

Electric Cars PHEV Australia Cars 98

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

Fuel is going up,” said student Sergio Jimenez. We have to find an alternative fuel source.”Right He encouraged the county to buy the car in 2004, when a state energy conservation grant paid half the $22,000 cost, he said.The Honda gets 45 to 50 miles per gallon, Maynard said. This technology will definitely get cheaper.

Arizona 36

Arizona 2009 Plug-in International 36

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 8, 2023

A little mud never hurt any Subaru The automotive media was invited to Woodstock, New York, in the Catskill Mountains to test the smallest of Subaru’s SUVs. If you are looking to own a compact SUV that can tackle the back country with confidence, while also being a comfortable city car, the 2024 Crosstrek should get your consideration.

MPG 79

MPG SUV Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

That’s a good place to start when summing-up the Mazda line-up of crossover/SUVs, its one remaining sedan and, of course, the delightful MX-5 Miata. If you are planning to leave paved surfaces, take a look at the CX-50 , which Mazda says is a “rugged and capable crossover SUV, purpose-built for active lifestyles.”

Mazda 69

Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 69

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Family Compact SUV Increases Power and Boosts Handling. Volkswagen brings its EV manufacturing to America. What you will get with the ID4 AWD is better performance than any gasoline-powered compact crossover, such as a Nissan Rogue or Honda CR-V. ID4 Differences: Rear-Wheel Drive vs. All-Wheel Drive. VW adds AWD to the ID4.

All-Electric 71

All-Electric Miles SUV Charging 71

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

The Golf GTI holds its own against competing rivals like the Hyundai Elantra N , Toyota Corolla GR and the Honda Civic Type R and Si. Go check out the 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, whether with the manual or automatic transmission, to see how your SUV has dulled your senses to what it means to really drive a fun car.

MPG 82

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 82

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The newest addition to the Subaru SUV family, smallest to largest, Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the compact Forester Wilderness is a beefed-up version of the already popular Forester, offering more off-road capability with an extra splash of rugged demeanor. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. More on X-Mode below.

MPG 67

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 67

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 1, 2022

It is rare when we post a review of a car that is only available in one of the 50 United States, but such is the case with the 2022 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), which is only sold in California. The interior has top-level Toyota design elements found on their other cars, trucks and SUVs.

Toyota 80

Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 80

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

As noted in the opening, the Mazda6 is going away partly due to consumers wanting pickup trucks, crossovers and SUVs, and also that the Mazda6, and the Mazda brand, are not on enough shopping lists when people are considering a new car. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight Hybrid.

Carbon 75

Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 75

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2022

All models have SUV utility. News: Honda Prologue EV. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. Powering-up. RWD: Standard Range. 168 horsepower.

Hyundai 86

Hyundai Lithium Ion All-Electric Light 86

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

The 2022 Ford Maverick can easily slot into the role currently held by a crossover or SUV. Road Test: 2017 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. Road Test: 2020 Toyota Tacoma. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado.

Ford 87

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 87

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 25, 2023

Offered in both a sedan and hatchback, if a car company needed to have just one four-door non-SUV, then they couldn’t do much better than the Mazda3. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

Mazda 64

Mazda MPG Clean Cleaning 64

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

And when you are ready to move into a larger crossover SUV, Mazda makes the equally appealing midsize CX-9, so there may not be a need to leave the Mazda family. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology.

Mazda 61

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 61

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2021

The plastic body cladding, which is usually reserved for serious off road all-wheel drive crossovers and SUVs, was used on the Venue for decoration. The Venue is in the hot small crossover category selling against the Kia Soul , Nissan Kicks , Honda HR-V , and the Toyota CH-R , among others. Road Test: 2020 Honda HR-V.

Hyundai 52

Hyundai Fuel Economy MPG Economy 52

Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2009

With the global recession making drivers think about their wallets and the environment ahead of power and good looks, a green car race has emerged with manufacturers keen to offer more fuel efficient and environmentally friendly vehicles than their rivals. It has also launched flexible fuel vehicles in Brazil.

Green Cars 48

Green Cars Green Civic Hybrid 2003 48

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Kulongoski, Oregon as the electric-car manufacturer may be eyeing the “green” city of Portland. Apr 24 09:58 AM | Link | Reply BigJake 35 Comments Looks like American car manufacturers are behind the curve once AGAIN!!!! Think has established a U.S. headquarters and will begin sales in the U.S. before 2010.

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Manufacturer Electric Cars Cars i-MiEV 34