Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2012

China’s State Council has published a plan to develop the domestic energy-saving and new energy vehicle industry, which includes battery-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and fuel cell vehicles. Under the plan, by 2015 average passenger car fuel consumption is targeted to drop to 6.9 L/100km (40 mpg US) or less.

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Auto Industry 2015 Industry Industrial 334

Green Car Congress

MARCH 18, 2013

Projected rates of fuel consumption improvement under different scenarios relative to past experience and the 2016 and 2025 CAFE standards. In addition, alternative fuels to petroleum must be readily available, cost-effective and produced with low emissions of greenhouse gases. Source: NRC. Click to enlarge. —Douglas M.

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Hydrogen Oil Plug-in Fuel Economy 244

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 mpg higher (+5.4%) than MY 2011. mpg fuel economy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. l/100 km) fuel economy, which, if achieved, will again represent all-time records. mpg, or 22%. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

Priorities for the Department of Energy’s vehicle technologies research have shifted drastically in recent years among diesel hybrids, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and plug-in electric hybrids, with little continuity among them. billion, the bill specifies $1.1 other research areas as determined by the Secretary.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

As part of its sustainability efforts, Hertz offers a collection of alternative fuel and high MPG vehicles—from electric vehicles (EVs) to advanced diesel—in its Green Traveler Collection lineup. Rubber mulch resists washing away during heavy rains, and will not sustain mold, fungus growth or insect infestation.

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North America Alternative Fuels Mitsubishi Convert 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Chery will make the EXEED TX available in Europe with three electrified powertrains: a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV); plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV); or battery-electric vehicle (BEV). seconds, with a top speed of 200 km/h and fuel consumption of 1.8L/100km mpg US) (NEDC). Chery Automobile Co., 100km (130.6

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Chery Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2009

US President Barack Obama today announced a new harmonized national policy intended to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for all new cars and trucks sold in the US. The resulting new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5

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2016 Obama Standards MPG 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Kia introduced the 2018 Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) to the US market at the Los Angeles Auto Show. While the Niro PHEV boasts an MPGe rating of 105, its EPA-estimated MPG ratings of 48 mpg city, 44 mpg highway and 46 mpg/combined are similar to those of Niro hybrid.

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Los Angeles PHEV Kia 2018 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2012

Source: “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications”. The report, “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications,” evaluates the impact that meeting the proposed fuel economy/GHG standards would have on the car industry in the year 2020. Projected US sales by powertrain type in 2020.

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Detroit Standards Fuel Economy Economy 225

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. You had me at 46 MPG. 2 of 3 Niros can plug in.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 7, 2009

The Toyota Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle – Advanced (FCHV-adv) ( earlier post ) achieved an estimated range of 431 miles on a single full tank of compressed hydrogen gas, and an average fuel economy of 68.3 miles/kg (approximate mpg equivalent) during a day-long trip down the southern California coast.

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Toyota Miles San Diego Hybrid 231

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 29, 2025

The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. The Crown, as introduced, is more of a tweener.

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Toyota Hybrid MPG Nickel Metal Hydride 98

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

The massive upsurge in e-bikes in the country marks “ the single largest adoption of alternative fuel vehicles in history, with over 100 million vehicles purchased in the past decade, more than all other countries combined. ”. In China, 85% of electricity production is from fossil fuels, of which ?90% L/100km (or 42 mpg US).

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Emissions China Gasoline-Electric Fleet 252

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Further, the fossil fuel share of primary energy consumption falls from 82% in 2011 to 78% in 2040 as consumption of petroleum-based liquid fuels falls, largely because of the incorporation of new fuel efficiency standards for light-duty vehicles. quadrillion Btu in 2011 to 14.0 million, or less than one-half the 2.9

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Fuel Energy 2013 Hybrid 225

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. The rest of the cars and trucks at the 2024 MPG Drive Day is at the end of the story. Prices are MSRP.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Chrysler has the market locked-up for anyone needing a seven passenger vehicle that can go a very long way on a tank of fuel. If this is appealing, then the 2022 Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is what you are looking for. mpg, with a breakdown of 174 all-electric and 290 hybrid miles. The only minivan with a plug.

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Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2025

Back, but different There were several debuts of vehicles coming out in 2025 and 2026 and a chance to experience a track-worthy Corolla going through its paces. In alphabetical order this is what we saw. Final pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale date, which is scheduled for sometime in 2026. Enthusiastically, I replied Yes!

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Lexus Toyota Plug-in All-Electric 71

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 1, 2018

Hyundai’s 2018 Plug-in Hybrid Ioniq ( earlier post ) is heading to dealerships now—joining the Hybrid and Electric models—with an aggressive starting price of $24,950—$5,000 less than the full battery-electric version of the Ioniq but with more than five times the range. Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid. The PHEV has a 3.3

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

It was more than a hybrid—it was a plug-in hybrid. The plug means the 2021 Pacifica has a 32-mile all-electric driving range, which for most people is far more than they will drive in their daily routine. mpg based on the dashboard computer. mpg based on the dashboard computer. How It Works.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro SX Touring Plug-in Hybrid The Perfect Marriage: 33 All-Electric Miles+A Miserly Hybri d Love your gasoline internal combustion engine and don’t want to jump into a battery electric vehicle quite yet? So learning exactly how much pressure to apply to the accelerator can make a difference in fuel economy.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2025

Clean and Efficient Power & fuel economy Available in two trimsSport and Sport Touringthe 2025 Civic Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the Civic Hybrid at 50 mpg city/47 highway and 49 combined. Hybrid Return = Best. Honda last put a hybrid power plant in a Civic, its best-selling sedan, in 2015.

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Civic Hybrid Honda Hybrid Fuel Economy 75

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

VTO is seeking projects that address the major challenges to developing and commercializing batteries for plug?in displayed in longer EV range, higher MPG and/or MPGe ratings). long term clean energy goals for the US, and in that context has established multi?year in electric vehicles (PEVs). energy batteries. Size Reduction.

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2025

Entry-Level Cadillac Electric SUV Ready to cross the bridge The 2025 Optiq will be the entry-level all-electric SUV for Cadillac when it goes on-sale in early 2026. The Optiq will be part of an ever-expanding Cadillac EV line-up of Lyriq, Vistiq, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL and Celestiq. 101 as we crossed the Golden Gate Bridge into Marin County.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 27, 2025

The battery can be trickle charged with a 120V common wall plug, but expect replenish times to be long and slow. A Major Step to Compete with the Best Toyota re-entered the electric vehicle world in 2023 with the BZ4X small SUV (after two earlier limited edition RAV4 EVs). Ready for the road This Flash Drive review highlights the 2026 BZ.

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Toyota Lexus All-Electric MPH 67

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 4, 2024

Each family will be adding full electric siblings, but at the end of 2023 still has its wheels firmly planted in the internal combustion world with the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) its furthest current reach into electrification. Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter liter PHEV is rated at 21 mpg combinimg gasoline and electricity.

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Plugs and Cars

NOVEMBER 28, 2006

The audiences universally want to know what they can do, given the unavailablility of plug-in cars on the market. Plug In America has put together a list of actions we can take. Tell your local dealer you’ll buy a hyrid with a plug. Sign the Plug-in Partners petition. Sign the Plug-in Partners petition.

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Plug In Partners

APRIL 21, 2008

It's October 17th and 18th and it will be a great opportunity to see what's happening in plug-ins, mass transportation, and urban planning. And here is a Plug in Partners Update: Partners Update Partners There are currently 629 entities signed on as Partners. The bill, HR 5351 includes a credit for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Premium Plug-In Hybrid When handed the keys to the 2024 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD, the experience ended up not only being pleasant, but one that raises the questionwhere has Lincoln been hiding this gem? The Corsair was first only available with a gasoline engine, but in 2022 the efficient plug-in-hybrid (PHEV) was introduced.

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PHEV Plug-in MPG Gasoline-Electric 111

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 1, 2021

The company plans to do it with a mixture of all-electric vehicles, like the new XC40 Recharge, and plug-in hybrid versions of its SUVs and sedans. The XC90 Recharge is an example of the second group. Out on the road where the XC90 Loves to Live. The XC90, as Volvo’s largest SUV, is currently its most popular model in the United States.

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Recharge Volvo PHEV MPG 105

Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 7, 2007

Fisker's high end-plug in CNET News Blog Posted by Michael Kanellos Fisker Automotive. The company is planning to come to market in about 18 months with a high-performance, high-end, plug-in hybrid sedan. Quantum works with a number of companies and government agencies on alternative fuel vehicles. The Audi features a 1.4-liter

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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 The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter 72 miles, with 35.3

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 105

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

not enthusiast or pioneer—adoption of coming plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), given current market conditions and consumer awareness and attitudes. That could yield more than 50 mpg of fuel economy—or usage of less than 300 gallons per year—and still be a lot cheaper than a plug-in hybrid or a fuel cell vehicle, he noted.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Clean Fleet Report will have detailed reviews of the Sportage gasoline, hybrid and eventually the plug-in hybrid in the coming months. Fuel Economy: 25 mpg city/32 highway/28 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: 23 mpg city/28 highway/25 combined. EPA Fuel Economy: Up to 42 mpg city/44 hwy/43 combined (FWD).

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 105

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2022

A Premium Plug-In Hybrid Hiding in Plain Site. The 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency rates the Corsair’s fuel economy at 33 mpg highway and combined when running in hybrid mode only. The first Lincoln with a plug.

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PHEV Plug-in Plug MPG 116

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 10, 2025

Plug in your toold, plug in your house Where the F-150 Lighting Pro can be a life saver will be when a power outage hits as the battery can store 9.6 Joining the E-Transit cargo electric van, these two are designed for those who need a rugged vehicle for work. All while being efficient and emission free. We put on a total of 510 miles.

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F-150 Ford All-Electric Miles 75

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2015

In 2012 the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which regulates fuel economy, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which regulates greenhouse gas emissions, proposed new unified standards for fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions over the years 2017 to 2025. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. The average fuel economy was 46.3 But on two separate occasions we got a true sense of the plug-in hybrid system’s efficiency. mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). Super-efficient Cruising.

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