America, Fuel Economy, International and MPG

2012 Hyundai Accent first to receive 1.6L GDI Gamma engine; 18% improvement in highway fuel economy to 40 mpg

Green Car Congress

APRIL 20, 2011

Hyundai Motor America introduced the all-new 2012 Accent at the New York International Auto Show; this marks the US debut of the latest version of the popular subcompact sedan and the new Accent five-door. MPG Contributions. Total fuel savings. Accent five-door. Click to enlarge. The new Gamma 1.6L Gamma 1.6L 6MT vs. 5MT.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy 2012

US EPA rates Nissan LEAF fuel economy as 99 mpg-equivalent (combined); 73-mile range

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

After completion of five-cycle testing, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rated the battery-electric Nissan LEAF with an mpg-equivalent rating of 106 city, 92 highway for a combined 99 mpge. The new fuel economy label also notes consumption of 34 kWh per 100 miles. EPA fuel economy label for the LEAF.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy EPA MPG

Land Rover bringing two diesel SUVs to N. America; 32% better combined fuel economy, up to 28 mpg on highway; LEV 3

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) combined, a 32% improvement over the supercharged V6, and reach a high of 28 mpg (8.4 The two new luxury diesel SUVs are making their debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit and go on sale Fall 2015.

Land Rover

Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2015

is showcasing the results of a four-year joint program with the US Department of Energy (DOE) at the Mid-America Trucking Show. The Cummins team not only surpassed all fuel-economy targets, but also achieved criteria emissions lower than the stringent Tier 2/Bin 2 levels. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg).

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Economy Diesel Light

Volkswagen to intro Passat BlueMotion Concept at Detroit show; 4-cylinder with cylinder deactivation; 42 mpg highway

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2014

Volkswagen of America will introduce the Passat BlueMotion Concept at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week. Based on the current Passat that was developed specifically for North America, the BlueMotion label defines the version that has the best efficiency in the model lineup. Click to enlarge.

MPG

MPG Detroit Concept Fuel Economy

New 2014 Toyota Corolla brings Valvematic, new CVT to North America; up to >40 mpg highway

Green Car Congress

JUNE 7, 2013

The Corolla Eco-badged models will achieve an estimated highway fuel economy rating of more than 40 mpg (5.88 liter engine with Valvematic—a further development of VVT-i—a valve train technology which appears for the first time in North America with Corolla. The 2014 Corolla offers two 1.8-liter,

North America

North America 2014 Toyota MPG

1.0L EcoBoost Fiesta receives EPA rating of 45 mpg highway

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

EcoBoost-powered Fiesta sub-compact, arriving at dealers later this year, at 45 mpg (5.2 The fuel economy rating outperforms some competitors’ diesels and hybrids on the highway driving cycle. This also makes the Fiesta the only car in its class that produces more than 120 horsepower (89 kW) and achieves 45 mpg on the highway.

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MPG EPA Fuel Economy Honda Insight

2015 Ford Transit offers fuel economy up to 46% better than old E-Series vans

Green Car Congress

JUNE 6, 2014

2015 Ford Transit offers up to 46% better fuel economy than the old E-Series. The all-new 2015 Ford Transit delivers as much as 46% better fuel economy than Ford E-Series. liter EcoBoost engine, 2015 Transit low- and medium-roof regular wheelbase wagons deliver a 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway EPA-estimated rating (16.8

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2015 Ford Economy

Mitsubishi introduces 2014 Mirage with estimated 40 mpg US combined

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2013

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. MMNA) unveiled the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage 5-door subcompact at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. Mitsubishi estimates that the new, non-hybrid Mirage, expected to go on sale in the fall, will achieve estimated fuel economy of 37 mpg city/44 mpg highway/40 mpg combined (6.4,

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi MPG 2014 North America

Stop/start to be standard with V-6 in Jeep Cherokee and I-4 in 2015 Chrysler 200; up to 3% better fuel economy

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2014

Chrysler Group is offering fuel-saving Engine Stop-Start (ESS) technology as standard equipment on certain models of the award-winning 2015 Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV and 2015 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan. ESS accounts for a one-mpg city-cycle fuel-economy gain in the Ram, the most fuel-efficient truck in its segment.

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Fuel Economy Chrysler Jeep 2015

BMW Concept Active Tourer PHEV and diesel 328d to make US debut at New York International Auto Show

Green Car Congress

MARCH 14, 2013

BMW will introduce the Concept Active Tourer plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show on 27 March. liter 3-cylinder gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor which allows for nearly 95 mpg (2.48 The Concept Active Tourer features a 1.5-liter

New York

New York BMW Concept International

Volkswagen continues to optimize its EA888 workhorse engine; fourth evolution in 2022 Golf GTI and R

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Known internally and to Volkswagen enthusiasts as the “Evo4,” its two most difficult roles might be under the hood of the 2022 Golf GTI and R. The 2022 Golf GTI makes 241 horsepower and delivers an EPA-estimated 34 mpg on the highway. From the moment air is introduced into the 2.0-liter

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Engine Exhaust Hungary MPG

California Air Resources Board approves sales of XL’s electrified Ford F-250

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 21, 2018

The hybrid-equipped Ford F-250 improves fuel economy by an average of 25%, while reducing CO 2 emissions by 20%, providing both an economic and environmental advantage for fleets across North America. XL has earned the highest number of CARB executive orders for commercial vehicle electrification in the automotive industry. .

California

California Ford North America Fleet

Transonic Looking at Final Funding Round This Year, Production Deployment of Supercritical Fuel System in 2014; 50-75% Improvement in Engine Fuel Economy

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2010

Transonic is currently working with four OEMs on evaluating the system, Rocke said: one each in Asia, North America, Europe and the other in the heavy-duty engine sector. Transonic’s testing on a mid-size vehicle on a chassis dynamometer resulted in EPA highway fuel economy of 64 mpg (3.7 Source: Transonic.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine

Schaeffler supplying modular hybrid transmission to 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Lincoln Aviator

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Rear-wheel-drive-equipped Explorer Limited Hybrid has an EPA-estimated rating of 27 mpg city /29 mpg highway/28 mpg combined, while a four-wheel-drive version has an EPA-estimated rating of 23 mpg city/26 mpg highway/25 mpg combined. —Marc McGrath, CEO Schaeffler Americas. liter EcoBoost engine.

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2020 Ford Hybrid Supplies

Ford Unveils Ford Fiesta for North America at Los Angeles Auto Show; 1.6L I4 with Ti-VCT Delivers Estimated 40 mpg Highway

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2009

Fiesta—available in four- and five-door bodystyles—will offer North American buyers a new choice of 15 class-exclusive technologies and projected highway fuel economy of 40 mpg, besting the Honda Fit, Nissan Versa and Toyota Yaris and Corolla. Our fuel economy leader is now a PowerShift automatic.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles North America Ford MPG

New 2012 Kia Rio and Soul feature 1.6L GDI engines; stop-start on the Rio

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2011

Kia Motors America (KMA) staged the premieres of the all-new 2012 Rio sub-compact sedan and the upgraded 2012 Kia Soul at the New York International Auto Show. The 2012 Rio features all-new ISG (stop-start) technology and fuel economy of up to 40 mpg US highway. Kia calculates that fuel economy for the 1.6-liter

Kia

Kia 2012 Engine Fuel Economy

Junkyard Find: 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER

The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 30, 2023

What was the most fuel-efficient (mass-produced, internal combustion-powered, highway-legal, non-gray-market, four-wheeled, et freakin' cetera) new car available in the United States during the 1980s? The Volkswagen Fox , base Subaru 3-door and Plymouth Horizon America undercut the Sprint's price as well. per gallon.

Chevrolet

Chevrolet Suzuki California Los Angeles

VW Unveils New Jetta in New York; New Gasoline and Diesel Engines for North America and Europe

Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2010

VW had earlier previewed the new Jetta’s styling with the NCC coupe concept car shown at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. liter TSI with 147 kW (200 PS / 197 hp), which will power the Jetta GLI in North America starting in 2011. The new 115 PS engine has a combined fuel economy of 28 mpg (8.4

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North America New York Gasoline America

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2014

In contrast, energy consumption will grow in developing regions, particularly in Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. As such, no one alternative fuel has been pinpointed as a globally preferred solution. Fuel efficiency improvements are relatively easily integrated into mass-market vehicles.

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Transportation Global Fuel Alternative Fuels

Ford Begins Production of New Powershift 6-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission for 2011 Fiesta

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

Electronically controlled, twin internal clutches shift gears quickly and smoothly, providing a seamless flow of torque. The PowerShift automatic is produced for Ford by GETRAG Americas, a joint venture between the GETRAG Group and GETRAG FORD Transmissions. Traditionally, manual transmissions have delivered higher fuel economy.

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2011 Ford Fuel Economy Production

Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssist goes on sale in Q1 2012; estimated 37 mpg highway

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 12, 2011

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssit ( earlier post ) will be the first model of the new 2013 Malibu lineup to reach dealer showrooms in North America, starting in the first quarter of 2012. Along with specific aerodynamic enhancements, it achieves 12% greater highway fuel economy than current models equipped with the 2.4L

Chevrolet

Chevrolet MPG 2012 Fuel Economy

Road Test: 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

turbo at 28 mpg city/37 highway/31 combined. mpg combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. non-turbo 4-cylinder and CVT, fuel economy estimates are 31 mpg city/40 highway/35 combined.

Honda

Honda Civic Hybrid MPG Clean

Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Honda bumps up mpg & power. turbo at 31 mpg city/38 highway/34 combined. mpg combined, with a 90-mile all-freeway run, using the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, the average bumped up to 40.8 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2013

Subaru of America, Inc. unveiled its first production hybrid vehicle, the Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. EPA fuel economy ratings are 28 mpg/34 mpg/31 mpg (8.4, Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid. Click to enlarge. The Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter

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Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Production Gasoline-Electric

Acura introduces three new vehicles at Detroit show; two hybrid powertrains

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2012

Acura also announced that the next-generation NSX will feature Acura’s new Sport Hybrid SH-AWD technology, is expected to debut in the next three years, and will be developed by an engineering team led by Honda R&D Americas, Inc., Anticipated EPA fuel economy ratings are 20 mpg in the city (11.8 ILX concept. L/100km).

Acura

Acura Hybrid Detroit Vehicles

Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 9, 2012

liter EcoBoost is expected to deliver non-hybrid fuel efficiency of 26 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway. This powertrain is anticipated to deliver best-in-class fuel economy of 47 mpg (5.0L/100km) 100km) in city driving and 44 mpg (5.335 L/100km) on the highway.

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Fusion Plug-in Hybrid Ford

Honda introduces all-new 2015 Fit at Detroit; more fuel efficient, with new 1.5L VTEC

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2014

Honda unveiled the all-new 2015 Fit at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The 2015 Fit will be manufactured for the first time in North America at the new Celaya, Mexico plant. Engines Fuel Efficiency' Click to enlarge. and wider (+0.3 with a longer wheelbase (+1.2

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2015 Honda Detroit Fuel

Kia introduces more fuel-efficient Gen 3 2019 Forte; first “Smart Stream” powertrain

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2018

At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the third-generation 2019 Forte compact sedan. With a number of improvements, Forte now offers drivers a higher level of comfort, fuel efficiency and advanced driver assistance technologies.

Kia

Kia 2019 Fuel MPG

Independent testing shows 21.2% reduction in fuel consumption with XL Hybrids retrofit system

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

Testing at Environmental Solutions Worldwide Americas (ESWA), an EPA-certified vehicle laboratory, showed a 21.2% reduction in fuel consumption achieved with XL Hybrids’ aftermarket hybrid electric powertrain ( earlier post ) on a light-duty cargo van on the UDDS cycle (urban conditions). The XL Hybrids system in place. The current 2.0

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Hybrid Fuel Lithium Ion Boston

Honda begins 2015 Fit production at new plant in Mexico; plant designed exclusively for subcompacts

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Honda continued the expansion of its manufacturing operations in North America with the production start of the redesigned 2015 Honda Fit at a new, automobile plant of Honda de Mexico, S.A. The start-up of the Celaya Plant increases Honda’s annual automobile production capacity in North America to approximately 1.92 million units.

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2015 Honda Mexico North America

2015 VW Jetta to debut at New York Show; new EA288 diesel version already LEV3/Tier 3 compliant

Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2014

Volkswagen is presenting the world premiere of the redesigned 2015 Jetta sedan at the 2014 New York International Auto Show. The Jetta TDI Clean Diesel with a manual transmission delivers a manufacturer-estimated 32 city/45 highway mpg (7.35/5.23 l/100 km); its combined fuel economy is projected to be around 37 mpg (6.36

New York

New York 2015 Diesel Exhaust

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2014

Further, the study compares 450 ppm LDV CO 2 glide paths derived using only vehicle efficiency improvements against those derived using both vehicle and fuel actions. To meet the cap by 2015 requires an “infeasible” 40% new vehicle fuel consumption (FC) reduction per year in 2011?2015 The SMP model calculates 2000?2050

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Light Global CO2 Ford

Toyota’s new conventional and hybrid powertrains for 2018 Camry deliver significant boost in efficiency

Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2017

The 2018 Toyota Camry, the new eighth-generation of the most popular mid-size sedan in the world and the best-selling car in America for the past 15 years, will be going on sale in the US in late summer. Toyota unveiled the 2018 Camry at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in January. Earlier post.). inches and 4.07

2018

2018 Hybrid Camry Hybrid MPG

Chrysler Bringing New Dodge Caliber to Frankfurt Show with New Diesel

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Fuel consumption is improved by 5% (5.8L/100km mpg US vs. 38.6 Combined, these features produce more power, better fuel economy and a smoother, quieter operation than engines without them. The new Dodge Caliber debuts at the 2009 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. 100km compared to 6.1L/100km;

Dodge

Dodge Chrysler Diesel MPG

Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2010

As promised ( earlier post ), Hyundai unveiled the Sonata Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show. John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. This technology is also a key enabler of Sonata Hybrid’s highway fuel economy. The Sonata Hybrid will offer projected highway fuel economy of 39 mpg US (6.0

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Nickel Metal Hydride New York Hyundai Hybrid

Hyundai delivers keys to first Tucson Fuel Cell customer; leasing for $499/mo, with unlimited free fueling; first drive

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2014

First customer Tim Bush and family (center), with John Patterson (left) and Dave Zuchowski, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America (right). —Dave Zuchowski, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. Within the group, Kia, which is set up in North America as a competitor to Hyundai, is focusing on battery-electric vehicles.

Tucson

Tucson Hyundai Fuel Hydrogen

ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2013

However, fuel demand will plateau and gradually decline as consumers turn to smaller, lighter vehicles and technologies improve fuel economy. As a result, the average efficiency of the world’s vehicle fleet is projected to reach about 46 mpg (about 5.1 liters per 100 km) compared to 24 mpg (9.8

Oil-Sands

Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Sale

Acura RLX Concept makes world debut in New York; first application of Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

Green Car Congress

APRIL 4, 2012

Acura held the world debut of the Acura RLX Concept at the New York International Auto Show. The Sport-Hybrid SH-AWD system was introduced at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in January on the NSX Concept. 2013 Acura RLX Concept. Click to enlarge. The RLX Concept’s all-new 3.5L The RLX Concept’s all-new 3.5L

Acura

Acura New York Concept Hybrid

ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 10, 2014

This geographically diverse group comprises Brazil and Mexico in the Americas; South Africa and Nigeria in Africa; Egypt and Turkey in North Africa/Mediterranean; Saudi Arabia and Iran in the Middle East; as well as Thailand and Indonesia in Asia. The OECD represents the developed economies. Fuel efficiency. billion in 2040.

Energy

Energy Global 2010 Oil-Sands

EcoMotors Names Donald Runkle CEO; Power Density as the Holy Grail

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

EcoMotors International, a Khosla-funded startup working to commercialize a diesel opoc (opposed-piston, opposed-cylinder) engine ( earlier post ), has named auto industry veteran Donald Runkle as its new CEO. EcoMotors was founded in 2008 by Prof.

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Power Powered EV1 North America

Ford Launching Transit Connect in US Starting This Summer; Battery-Electric Version Due in 2010

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2009

Ford is collaborating with Smith Electric Vehicles to bring the electric Transit Connect to market in North America in 2010. The Transit Connect is expected to deliver at least 20 city and 24 highway mpg, pending EPA fuel economy certification. Sequential multiport electronic fuel injection provides precise fuel metering.

Transit Connect

Transit Connect 2010 Connect Connected

Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

On the heels officially introducing the Focus Electric last week ( earlier post ), Ford revealed two next-generation hybrids—including its first production plug-in hybrid (PHEV)—at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This allows it to run in electric mode before using the gasoline engine.

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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 16, 2012

With five models, four of which are equipped with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel range starts at 87g/km of CO 2 (delivering fuel economy of 69 mpg US or 3.4 mpg US or 4.3 L/100km) and doesn’t exceed 99 g CO 2 /km. The 208 also introduces a new range of 3-cylinder gasoline engines, 1.0-

Gasoline

Gasoline Diesel Engine France

2012 Hyundai Accent first to receive 1.6L GDI Gamma engine; 18% improvement in highway fuel economy to 40 mpg

US EPA rates Nissan LEAF fuel economy as 99 mpg-equivalent (combined); 73-mile range

Land Rover bringing two diesel SUVs to N. America; 32% better combined fuel economy, up to 28 mpg on highway; LEV 3

Cummins ATLAS light-duty diesel surpasses fuel economy targets, with criteria emissions lower than Tier 2/Bin 2

Volkswagen to intro Passat BlueMotion Concept at Detroit show; 4-cylinder with cylinder deactivation; 42 mpg highway

New 2014 Toyota Corolla brings Valvematic, new CVT to North America; up to >40 mpg highway

1.0L EcoBoost Fiesta receives EPA rating of 45 mpg highway

2015 Ford Transit offers fuel economy up to 46% better than old E-Series vans

Mitsubishi introduces 2014 Mirage with estimated 40 mpg US combined

Stop/start to be standard with V-6 in Jeep Cherokee and I-4 in 2015 Chrysler 200; up to 3% better fuel economy

BMW Concept Active Tourer PHEV and diesel 328d to make US debut at New York International Auto Show

Volkswagen continues to optimize its EA888 workhorse engine; fourth evolution in 2022 Golf GTI and R

California Air Resources Board approves sales of XL’s electrified Ford F-250

Transonic Looking at Final Funding Round This Year, Production Deployment of Supercritical Fuel System in 2014; 50-75% Improvement in Engine Fuel Economy

Schaeffler supplying modular hybrid transmission to 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford Police Interceptor Utility and Lincoln Aviator

Ford Unveils Ford Fiesta for North America at Los Angeles Auto Show; 1.6L I4 with Ti-VCT Delivers Estimated 40 mpg Highway

New 2012 Kia Rio and Soul feature 1.6L GDI engines; stop-start on the Rio

Junkyard Find: 1987 Chevrolet Sprint ER

VW Unveils New Jetta in New York; New Gasoline and Diesel Engines for North America and Europe

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

Ford Begins Production of New Powershift 6-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission for 2011 Fiesta

Chevrolet Malibu Eco with eAssist goes on sale in Q1 2012; estimated 37 mpg highway

Road Test: 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring

Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic Sedan 1.5T Touring

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

Acura introduces three new vehicles at Detroit show; two hybrid powertrains

Ford introduces new Fusion midsize sedan with new hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid versions

Honda introduces all-new 2015 Fit at Detroit; more fuel efficient, with new 1.5L VTEC

Kia introduces more fuel-efficient Gen 3 2019 Forte; first “Smart Stream” powertrain

Independent testing shows 21.2% reduction in fuel consumption with XL Hybrids retrofit system

Honda begins 2015 Fit production at new plant in Mexico; plant designed exclusively for subcompacts

2015 VW Jetta to debut at New York Show; new EA288 diesel version already LEV3/Tier 3 compliant

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

Toyota’s new conventional and hybrid powertrains for 2018 Camry deliver significant boost in efficiency

Chrysler Bringing New Dodge Caliber to Frankfurt Show with New Diesel

Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

Hyundai delivers keys to first Tucson Fuel Cell customer; leasing for $499/mo, with unlimited free fueling; first drive

ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

Acura RLX Concept makes world debut in New York; first application of Acura Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

EcoMotors Names Donald Runkle CEO; Power Density as the Holy Grail

Ford Launching Transit Connect in US Starting This Summer; Battery-Electric Version Due in 2010

Ford unveils C-MAX Energi, its first production plug-in hybrid, and another hybrid variant

Peugeot 208 features new generation of 3-cylinder gasoline and Stop & Start System (e-HDi) diesel engines

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