Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2017

The standards are projected to result in average fleet-wide consumer fuel economy sticker values of 36 miles per gallon (mpg) by model year 2025, 10 mpg higher than the current fleet average. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has yet to weigh in on the results of its midterm evaluation for fuel economy standards.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2017

At the Tokyo Motor Show, Mazda is introducing the KAI CONCEPT compact hatchback ( earlier post ), powered by the next-generation SKYACTIV-X spark-controlled compression-ignition (SPCCI) gasoline engine ( earlier post ), SKYACTIV-Vehicle Architecture and a more mature expression of the KODO design language. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 8, 2017

It's a technology that's been a sort of Holy Grail in the auto industry for at least a couple of decades. It's called homogeneous charge compression ignition, or HCCI: in essence it lets a gasoline engine.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2012

A new analysis from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) of consumer polling data finds that the proposed MY 2017-2025 passenger vehicle fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards to be finalized this summer ( earlier post ) align with consumer demands and needs. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2009

Cackette was in effect suggesting that the future tailpipe emissions baseline (LEV III) for light duty passenger vehicles—both diesel and gasoline—was likely to be or to approximate CA SULEV/US Tier 2 Bin 2. We see dramatic downsizing and boosting [as] something that’s going to for gasoline engines especially. Paul Whitaker.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

But for many people, one of the most important considerations is the cost of gasoline. While the initial purchase price of a fuel-efficient car may be higher, the savings on gasoline can quickly add up over time. As people become more conscious of the cost of gasoline, they are sure to have a profound impact on the automotive market.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2009

According to the study, higher fuel economy standards would benefit the Detroit 3 automakers the most. Further, the report finds that the existing culture within the domestic auto companies systematically underestimates the value of fuel economy, which has crippled profitability. Fuel Economy. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2013

We expect to gain an additional 4-8 percent fuel economy improvement over the 1,450 kg kerb weight, 12-volt LC SuperHybrid, which already achieves 50 mpg imperial (42 mpg US and 5.6 Click to enlarge. LC Super Hybrid features CPT SpeedStart advanced next generation stop-start technology (top right) and Mubea belt tensioner. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 17, 2010

The move to greater fuel economy means greater labor content per vehicle and higher employment across the fleet. This will include new investment in a host of incremental improvements to conventional gasoline powered internal combustion engines, from new controls for valves and timing, to variable speed transmissions and advanced electronics.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

As the demand for electric autos continues to rise, it’s clear that India is driving full-speed towards a sustainable future, setting an inspiring example for other nations to follow. Environmental benefits of electric autos Electric autos offer numerous environmental benefits compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 19, 2013

In the Tech 1 scenario, gasoline and diesel hybrid electric vehicles are deployed at an ambitious rate. This derives from the fact that most of the money spent on fuel leaves the European economy, while most additional money spent on fuel-saving technology remains in Europe as revenues for the technology suppliers.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2010

The Renault-Nissan Alliance knows how to work successfully in collaborative partnerships, and this experience is extremely valuable in today’s and even more tomorrow’s global auto industry. Daimler will provide gasoline and diesel engines out of its current portfolio to Infiniti. Powertrains.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2014

JAMA bases its postion on the results of study from the Japan Auto-Oil Program subsidized by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). Major components of the JATOP program were: A study on the use of high biodiesel blends in diesel vehicles; A study on the enhanced use of biofuels in gasoline vehicles; and.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 28, 2023

During the meeting, GM estimated the auto industry as a whole could see penalties ranging from $1,300 to $4,300 per vehicle by 2031. GM, which in 2021 vowed to halt the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, said this month it could face compliance challenges under the EV efficiency rules and vehicle emissions regulations.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

The Most Plausible Early Market consumers value fuel economy. 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. Based on the game results, battery pack requirements would be equal to or less than 2 kWh.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 3, 2015

In the United States, IHS Automotive analysts continue to believe the upside risks for auto demand are more apparent than the downside risks. With a strong exit to 2014, and gasoline prices currently plunging, consumers may feel even more positive throughout 2015. The IHS Automotive US light vehicle sales forecast for 2015 is 16.9

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2009

The plans, updated in the context of a worsening sales outlook for the entire auto industry, outline a need for up to an additional $16.6 GM Fuel Economy plans. billion in Federal support for GM and $2 billion for Chrysler; deeper job and brand cuts; as well as product plans for the surviving versions of the automakers.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2022

A recent report by Volvo backs that up, announcing that EVs are far “dirtier” out of the factory gate, as the resource extraction for an electric drive train is so carbon-intensive, with EVs needing to clock up nearly twice as many miles compared to gasoline cars to ‘break even’. 58% are increasing investment in improving EV performance.

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Current EV

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Further amplifying Volvo’s commitment to electrification, this report sought to provide new insights on the evolution of electric vehicles (EVs), the current barriers to purchasing, and the future of the EV economy. 5 Manufacturer providing a gasoline or hybrid car to switch out (32%). Driven largely in China, the U.S.,

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2010

Well, America’s auto industry delivered over 100,000. That helped us become the world’s greatest industrial power. It helps that the auto industry will be building more efficient new vehicles. That’s too long to wait to improve energy security, protect our economy, and address climate change.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

A new study sponsored by Indiana University concludes that President Obama’s vision of one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) on US roads by 2015 will require concentrated efforts action from all stakeholders— the auto industry, federal government, the scientific community, and consumers—to be realized.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2009

Other product attributes like reliability and safety, strongly influence consumer perceptions, as do employee enthusiasm and the company’s impact on the economy.” Gasoline may cost between $3-$5 while you own this vehicle. It is not quite as reliable, its not as powerful and it is not as fun to drive.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

Though the PHEV combines the two types of energy and power, it is not merely a temporary “transition” between gasoline and diesel cars to pure electric cars. Since it can refuel from a standard household outlet and from a gasoline station, it needs no new infrastructure. It is much more than that. Engineering Advantages of the PHEV.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 22, 2009

Going faster than that triggers the car’s gasoline-powered engine, transforming the vehicle back into a traditional hybrid. The conversion can double or even triple fuel economy, thereby severely limiting carbon dioxide emissions. When gasoline-powered vehicles are turned off, some of the fuel in the gas tank evaporates.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Company says its focusing on gasoline and hydrogen. Reuters ) 11/29/06 [In response to GMs announcement at the LA Auto Show], Chrysler Group sales chief Joe Eberhardt, talking to a clutch of reporters later, said his company has no plans for a plug-in at this time. ( Hybrid Sonata model year 2011, possible PHEV version in 2013.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

While the Volt holds promise, it is currently projected to be much more expensive than its gasoline-fueled peers and will likely need substantial reductions in manufacturing cost in order to become commercially viable,” the task force noted in its recent assessment of GM’s restructuring plans. .&# and Chrysler. Whatever B.C.G.’s

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

CDM Baby, CDM Ruminations on Vegas and NASCAR California Dreamin' ► February (16) Car Sharing and Saving in a Tough Economy Throwing down the gauntlet to Secretary Clinton Weather Does Not Equal Climate The Hub Lab Seeks Revolutionary New Energy Science. No more Big OIL - think of the extra money stimulating the economy!

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

It is reminiscent of the early 1900’s, when steam, electric, diesel, biomass, and gasoline power options competed on a level playing field for consumers’ attention. In the end, gasoline won out because it was the cheapest and delivered the most energy per unit, but it took 20 years to sort out. The transplant car companies….aren’t

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller operating carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing.

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Electric vehicles typically have a smaller carbon footprint than gasoline cars, even when accounting for the electricity used for charging. The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Plugs and Cars

NOVEMBER 28, 2008

The deck of cards, some might say house of cards, that is the American economy is being shuffled. None can deny the importance of the auto industry to the American economy, but no one was in the mood to pay obeisance to the once-powerful supplicants. The recent halving of gasoline prices poses a challenge.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. based technology will actually achieve any economy in production. The car is expected to cost around $40,000. Thats short-sighted. Interesting in any case.

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