Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A Look at the Lightest Alternative Fuel. Many people credit General Motors with the first hydrogen-powered vehicle in 1966, which looks like a solid-color version of Fred’s Mystery Machine. This van ran on a fuel cell utilizing liquid hydrogen and oxygen. Flash Drive: 2020 Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell.

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Hydrogen Vehicles Alternative Fuels Toyota 86

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 9, 2022

They found that hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles (especially electric cars) easily saved their owners money when looking at the purchase price, fuel costs and regular maintenance. 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 83

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. Total range is expected to be up to 500 miles (805 km).

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Chevrolet Gasoline GM Fuel 230

Green Car Congress

JUNE 28, 2016

UK-based Ceres Power Holdings, a spin-out from Imperial College, is leading a consortium that includes Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd and M-Solv to develop a compact, on-board solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) stack as a range extender for an electric light commercial vehicle (van). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Nissan Light Commercial Range 150

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. The original equipment manufacturer will be Ford Motor Company. Galpin Motors, Inc.

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California Gas Power Powered 186

Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2011

Also, other commercialized alternative fuel technologies, including diesels, fuel cells, electric vehicles, and high efficiency gasoline cars are providing additional competition to the market. Prior to joining the ICCT, German spent 11 years as Manager of Environmental and Energy Analyses for American Honda Motor Company.

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International Hybrid Design Vehicles 225

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.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 230

Blink Charging

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

CCS is mainly used for several brands, including BMW, Ford, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, and Mazda electric vehicles. DOE’s service is also helpful if you have a vehicle using alternative fuel like Bio-Diesel. Tesla’s technology is widely available in the US, with 35,000+ Superchargers across the nation.

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DC Charging Kia Plug-in 90

Baua Electric

MARCH 28, 2024

Makoto Uchida, Director, Representative Executive officer, President and CEO at Nissan Motor, said that the introduction of EVs in India will depend on the country’s readiness to shift towards electric mobility. Nissan had also announced its collaboration with Honda to explore electrification and intelligent mobility.

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India Manufacturer Renewable Nissan 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2013

In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. Fueling infrastructure must be in place to support the successful introduction of these vehicles.

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Alternative Fuels Los Angeles Hydrogen Fuel 170

Plugs and Cars

JANUARY 7, 2007

Ford's announcement explicitly states that the fuel cell merely supplies additional electricity to the batteries that actually power the electric motor that drives the car. Honda's FCX also relies on an unspecified amount of battery power to make the car viable. Honda may yet stick a plug on its FCX.

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Plug-in Volt Plug Ford 100

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2011

In addition to these production-related investments, auto executives also say they will be increasing their focus on alternative fuel technologies, specifically hybrid fuel systems, battery electric power and fuel cell electric power. The outlook marks a significant turnaround in their expectations from a year ago.

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Global Auto Fuel 2010 218

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Also at the LA Auto Show, the new Honda FCEV Concept made its world debut. The concept expresses a potential styling direction for Honda’s next-generation fuel-cell vehicle anticipated to launch in the US and Japan in 2015, followed by Europe. —John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America.

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Tucson Honda Hyundai Concept 324

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

MAY 2, 2022

Liter Inline 4-cylinder Turbo+44 kilowatt (kW) motor, Gasoline-Electric. EPA Fuel Economy: Up to 42 mpg city/44 hwy/43 combined (FWD). kW motor, Gasoline-Electric. Regenerative braking uses the electric motor to convert kinetic energy into electric energy when applying the brakes or coasting and stores it in the battery.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 83

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Diesel fuel components, including n-heptane, iso-octane, decalin and alpha-methyl naphthalene (AMN). Alternative fuel components, including ethanol, butanol, bio-diesel components and methyl esthers. Jet fuel critical components: toluene and decalin. Additive components such as ETBE. Soot pre-cursor PAH mechanisms.

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Fuel Design Engine Emissions 225

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

liter four-cylinder engine combined with an 88-kilowatt electric motor. Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight Hybrid.

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 68

My Electric Car

AUGUST 21, 2020

Recent developments in lithium ion batteries, and the consequential range improvements of EVs has significantly dampened enthusiasm for hydrogen fuel cells. The Honda FCX Clarity FCEV and the Toyota Mirai FCEV, both use an electric drive motor and a battery pack.

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Hydrogen Petrol Gas-Electric Lithium Ion 52

Green Cars News

MAY 24, 2009

Golden West K-9 received the keys to three natural gas powered Honda Civic GX patrol cars for $26,000 each - but each came with a $4,000 Federal funded rebate. The Honda GX has an Environmental Protection Agency mileage rating of 24mpg in the city and 36mpg on the highway.

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Green Honda Tax Credit Alternative Fuels 36

Plugs and Cars

DECEMBER 8, 2006

One can be quite encouraged by the 30 odd alternative fuel cars of all shapes and sizes. Phoenix Motors AltairNano powered SUV was the other full BEV. ZENNs and Miles Motors and scaled down pickups and jeeps from companies I'd never heard of. A real car, by any measure. I hope to find out more tomorrow.

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ZENN Phoenix Neighborhood Jeep 100

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2012

The battery-electric 2013 Honda Fit EV ( earlier post ) will be available for lease beginning 20 July 2012, with a three-year lease price of $389 per month. The electric motor drives the Fit EV through a high-efficiency coaxial gearbox with a single forward ratio. Fit EV firsts: First use of next-gen Honda Bio-Fabric seat material.

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Oregon Honda 2013 California 244

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

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. The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 90

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

The 39 kilowatt (kW) electric motor adds 29 hp and 151 lb.-ft. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. The front-wheel drive Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 82

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. kilowatt (kW) electric motor contributes 59 hp and 195 lb.-ft. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Exterior Statement. A whole new face. Hyundai calls it “Sensuous Sportiness.”

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 75

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The only upgrade is the Plaid version that features even faster acceleration from three motors, producing sub-two second 0-60 runs. 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. Chevrolet Bolt/Bolt EUV – Waiting for more GM EVs.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

Eco Two models to kcik things off Dual 150 kW motors producing 348 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 mph maximum top speed 6.5 In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. (

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 95

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission driving the front wheels. The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. Not so on the Pacifica, where the regenerative braking, a combination of braking and the motors doing the slowing smoothly.

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Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 79

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

liter, four-cylinder, non-turbocharged engine and two electric motors, producing 245 total system horsepower. This system automatically switches between the electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine and gasoline-only engine power. Road Test: 2021 Honda Odyssey. [ Road Test: 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.

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Toyota Hybrid Minivan Fuel Economy 99

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.

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Electric Cars Future Cars EV1 36

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

liter V6 and two electric motors mated to an electrically variable transmission. 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. The Pacifica runs on a gas engine–and two electric motors.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 92

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

The 39 kilowatt (kW) electric motor and the 56 kW/270-volt lithium-ion battery adds-in 29 hp and 151 lb.-ft. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. The front-wheel drive Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

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.

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2013 Market Fuel Sale 296

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

Electric motors are more reliable than internal combustion engines,” Verdugo told his students. Fuel is going up,” said student Sergio Jimenez. We have to find an alternative fuel source.”Right On a recent trip from Bisbee to Phoenix, the Spirit averaged 56 miles per gallon, he said.“

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Arizona 2009 Plug-in International 36

Green Cars News

JULY 21, 2009

Currently, only alternative fuel vehicles are exempt from the London Congestion Charge. However, even if we accept that the scheme has been a success, with so many advancements in motoring over the last six years, isn’t it time to review how the congestion charge works? Our verdict…. Here at TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk

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Green Charging London G-Wiz 32

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.

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Fuel Electric Vehicles Market Hydrogen 281

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. Powered by compressed hydrogen gas, the 2022 Toyota Mirai makes electricity onboard to drive the electric motor.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus Gasoline-Electric 81

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

Existing law exempts certain clean, alternative-fuel vehicles from these occupancy requirements, so that a vehicle with a sole occupant may use an HOV lane—if the vehicle displays a Clean Air Vehicle sticker. Under this program, DMV issued yellow stickers for the Toyota Prius and Honda Civic Hybrid.

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2019 Plug-in California Plug 239