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Toyota to demo Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles in New York City

Green Car Congress

Aligning with New York City’s goal to reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gases, Toyota’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid demonstration program will provide opportunities for both NYCDOT and the Port Authority to look into expanding the use of alternative fuel vehicles in municipal and business fleets.

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Road Test: Ford F-150 Lightning

Clean Fleet Report

It includes four 120-volt AC outlets and two USB ports, with two more 120-volt outlets in the cab and four more in the standard dimension F-150 bed, plus an additional 240-volt outlet. The interior is serene with a 70-mph sound measurement of 65 dB, which is in Rolls Royce territory. These outlets can provide up to 9.6

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT

Clean Fleet Report

seconds, the 1/4 mile at 118 mph and, if daring enough, spin the dual electric motors to their maximum of 161 miles per hour. kWh lithium-nickel-cobalt-manganese battery Dual electric motors 576 horsepower and 545 pound-feet of torque 0-60 mph: 3.4 Wondering how this compares to other ‘fast’ cars? Check this out !

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Update: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV

Clean Fleet Report

0 – 60 mph: Up to 4.5 350 kW, 800-volt DC charging capability. In addition, we aim to offer reviews and news on advanced technology and the alternative fuel vehicle market. We welcome any feedback from vehicle owners and are dedicated to providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. Power and Range.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

Clean Fleet Report

Supercharged, turnbocharged and paired with a 143 hp electric motor Range and fuel economy are rated by the EPA 28 mpg city and highway combined for the hybrid engine. With a fully charged battery, the XC60 Recharge can go 36 miles on pure electricity (speed-limited to about 80 mph) and has a 63 MPGe rating.

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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

Both engines have 48-volt mild hybrid electrification that adds up-to an additional 21 hp and 184 lb.-ft. The 48-volt system also improves fuel economy, especially on the highway. liter V6 and the assistance of the 48-volt mild hybrid moves the S500 zero-60 in 4.8 liter V8 that puts out 496 hp and 516 lb.-ft. inches long.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Lucid set-up a mini drag strip, where after some expert instruction on how to use the launch control, we did 0-60 mph in 3.4 seconds and hit 88 mph before lifting. Utilizing the car’s 700-volt charging system and the onboard 19.5 The linear acceleration produced seat pinning glee as that sub-four seconds goes by real fast.