Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 14, 2011

Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant is starting production of the 2012 Focus Electric ( earlier post )—a five-passenger, battery-electric car Ford expects will achieve more than a 100 miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) fuel economy rating. 1 gallon of gasoline=33.7 Projected energy cost savings are approximately $160,000 per year.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 3, 2017

Ford detailed seven of the 13 new global electrified vehicles it plans to introduce in the next five years, including hybrid versions of the iconic F-150 pickup and Mustang in the US, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Transit Custom van in Europe and a fully electric SUV with an expected range of at least 300 miles (483 km) for customers globally.

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Current EV

DECEMBER 22, 2019

This edition of Volvo Reports investigates the state of electric vehicles in America and the public’s changing perspective on them. This edition of Volvo Reports investigates the state of electric vehicles in America and the public’s changing perspective on them. can travel 114 miles between charges. Base: Non-EV drivers.

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Charged EVs

MAY 11, 2022

Lower-line Lightnings use the 12-inch horizontal display from high-end gasoline F-150s. Still, it’s a use for EVs that gasoline trucks can’t duplicate, one that justifiably seized public attention. With an available adapter, a Lightning was able to recharge the battery of a Mach-E using that car’s portable charging cord.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. The Sonata Hybrid is equipped with a Smartstream G2.0 Solar roof system.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Beginning in September, six Navistar eStar all-electric, zero-emission trucks ( earlier post ) will be part of Coca-Cola’s growing fleet of alternative fuel vehicles (AFV) in North America; the AFV fleet will surpass 750 units by the end of this year. Atlanta and Miami.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2024

First announced in 2022, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST is now available at Chevrolet dealerships across North America. Freeway time can be much more enjoyable, and relaxing, by activating Super Cruise that allows the driver to travel more than 400,000 miles on compatible roads. The Most Versatile and Functional Electric Pickup?

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2011

The survey, “Unplugged: Electric vehicle realities versus consumer expectations,” canvassed more than 13,000 consumers in 17 countries across the Americas, Asia and Europe and revealed a general desire among consumers to buy electric vehicles, but a strong unwillingness to compromise on key performance criteria and especially price.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate The First Volvo Compact SUV Coupe EV The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge was the first electric-only and the smallest SUV from Volvo, falling in-line with the EX90 and XC40 Recharge. The shift-by-wire single speed transmission drives all four wheels 0-60 miles per hour in about 4.3

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 17, 2010

That total includes 4,400 home charge stations for Volt owners; 2,600 as part of The EV Project from ECOtality, and 1,800 as part of the ChargePoint America project from Coulomb Technologies. The Chevrolet Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability, designed to drive up to 350 miles without stopping to recharge or refuel.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 7, 2011

The five-door electric hatchback leverages Ford’s global C-car platform shared by the gasoline and diesel-powered Focus models. Both Focus gasoline and electric variants to be sold in North America will be built at Ford’s Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Mich., up to about 100 miles). Earlier post.).

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 30, 2024

Beyond the Rally and GT there are two other Mach-E models, Select and Performance Ready for the mud The journalists were treated to a day at DirtFish Rally School , about 30 miles east of Seattle, in Snoqualmie, Wash. known for being the setting for the 1990 television series Twin Peaks. DC Fast Charging times are 10-80% in 36.2

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the Trail’ster e-AWD concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. the two power sources (front gasoline engine and rear electric motor) meet “through the road,” as opposed to inside the transmission with a common mechanical driveline connection. liter gasoline Soul. liter gasoline Soul.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range Making the Case To Be Your Only Car Clean Fleet Report recently ventured on a 1,796-mile, four-state road trip in an all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended. If opting for a rear-wheel drive model, the driving range increases to between 306 and 312 miles.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 20, 2023

As things currently stand, Tesla’s Superchargers represent a majority of the fast chargers that exist in North America. Depending on the size of the battery, even Level 2 stations can take most of the day to recharge a vehicle that’s almost out of power. Gasoline may still be quicker.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). No other minivan has ever come close to this rating. (As Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 VinFast VF 8 The First Car Vietnamese Car Comes To North America When Vietnam’s largest company, the VinGroup, announced in 2017 they were entering the automobile manufacturing business, it probably didn’t get too much notice. seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. ( seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. (

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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.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Charged EVs

DECEMBER 21, 2022

The far higher volumes of carbon dioxide per mile from heavy trucks make them an obvious target for zero-emission powertrains. It had a 264 kWh battery pack powering the tractor’s twin motors with more than 4,000 lb-ft of torque and a range estimated at up to 150 miles. Rising fuel-economy standards during the 2020s will do the same.

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Plug In Partners

FEBRUARY 3, 2006

Energizing America Frank J. He can do so by setting forth a program for energy security that will play against type for a man from the "Oil Patch," by charting a course for setting America free of its dependence on oil. If the vehicle's engine is also flexible-fuel compatible, plug-in hybrids can get 500 miles per gallon of gasoline.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

Targeted to achieve AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) status, C-MAX Energi pairs a high-voltage lithium-ion battery and electric traction motor with a high-efficiency Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine. This allows it to run in electric mode before using the gasoline engine.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2018

liter gasoline engine that reaps the performance and fuel economy benefits of high thermal efficiency; and a new mid-power, fourth-generation self-charging hybrid system. liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and continuously variable transmission (CVT). liter gasoline engine. miles) ahead. UX 200 with new 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2014

The new Mark 7 Golf, which is MQB-based, offers gasoline; diesel; natural gas; plug-in hybrid (the GTE); and battery-electric (the e-Golf) versions, all of which can be manufactured bumper-to-bumper on the same assembly line. liter TSI gasoline engine from the EA 211 series (which spans 1.0L The MQB spans the A0 to C segments.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2009

kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. What we’re essentially offering is all-electric performance for about 25 miles at highway speeds. Poway, California-based Plug In Conversions Corp.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2012

In standard mode, the high voltage battery charges only up to 35 kWh and the vehicle is expected to achieve an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 92 miles. kWh, providing an anticipated EPA-estimated driving range of 113 miles. So, in a standard mode of 92 miles, in an extended miles we might see a label range of 113 miles.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2011

BMW of North America and Coulomb Technologies announced that drivers of the BMW ActiveE all-electric vehicle ( earlier post ) will be able to take advantage of the expansion of the ChargePoint Network into the Boston Metro area. The charging stations will be located in the Boston metropolitan area, primarily within the Route 495 Beltway.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2011

The reduction in gasoline demand in the US could be up to 22 billion gallons per year by 2030 if vehicle miles travelled (VMT) remained roughly the same as today, according to an Accenture scenario analysis. The rise of new fuel technologies and greater fuel efficiency will give both countries greater energy independence.

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Cars That Think

OCTOBER 29, 2021

But its technological advantages are settled: With an EPA-rated range of up to 837 km ( 520 miles ), the Lucid Air sedan can travel farther on a charge, and charge faster, than any EV in history. That includes an insane quarter-mile run in 9.69 miles per kilowatt hour. That's another industry high. ton luxury sedan?

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 15, 2013

Sales start early in 2014 in North America, expanding to global markets including China and Europe. gasoline-powered range-extender generator. The full driving range exceeds 300 miles (480 km). (By By comparison, the Volt offers 38 miles of electric driving, and a full range of 382 miles (615 km). Earlier post.)

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

Real Life EV Stories A Case for Electricity Plug In America Positions Energy Policy Frequently Asked Questions About Plug-in Buses Who Killed the Electric Car? 3 CARB Date with Destiny Move CARB Forward Plug In America Podcasts! 100K Mile Club Newsletter Vol. Learn About Plug-ins What Are Plug-ins? Where Can I Buy One?

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. Mitsubishi said that the Concept XR-PHEV crossover hints at its future design direction for production vehicles in North America and further reaffirms the automaker’s commitment to the US market. The powertrain features a front engine/front-wheel drive gasoline-powered 1.1-liter

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The afternoon was spent at the Milford Proving Grounds which covers 4,000 acres and includes over 132 miles of roads ranging from “ordinary” suburban lanes to a high speed test track. Buick will focus on North America and China. GMC is “ professional grade ” and will focus on North America and the Middle East. Click to enlarge.

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Plug In Partners

JUNE 30, 2008

During a presentation of Volkswagen's new electric car program entitled "Fleet Test: Electric Drive Vehicles," Winterkorn explained that TwinDrive can power a vehicle solely on electricity for up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) and can be plugged into to existing power outlets for recharging. But, there's also a 2.0-liter

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Plug In Partners

MAY 23, 2007

The Volt , provided GM can get the lithium battery right , will go about 40 miles on an electric charge. At that point, the internal combustion engine kicks in and recharges the battery while you are driving. While you are working, the battery is also recharging. Imagine using your laptop computer on a battery. It runs down.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

APRIL 20, 2010

There are no tailpipe emissions, and the cost of the electricity to charge them is much cheaper than a tank of gasoline. “By the end of the year there will be thousands of these cars in Americans’ hands, and once people have them, it’s game over,&# said Paul Scott of the advocacy group Plug In America.

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EV Adoption

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

On January 28 GM announced that it plans (aspires) to exclusively offer electric vehicles by 2035, ending production of its cars, trucks and SUVs with diesel- and gasoline-powered engines. ” They have suggested, however, that around “two-thirds” of the the 30 vehicles would be available in the North America.

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