Green Car Reports

JULY 8, 2013

As automobile manufacturers strive for greater fuel efficiency, it''s the low-hanging fruit proving most effective for immediate gains. That''s why Nissan''s new 2014 Versa Note--replacing the old 2012 Versa hatchback--has improved by a full 5 mpg on the old car''s combined economy.

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2014 Nissan Gas Automobile Manufacturer 88

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2009

direct-injection engine, the top-selling front-wheel drive (FWD) 20S model grade now offers fuel economy of 13.6 L/100km, 32 mpg US) on the 10-15 cycle, a 7% improvement over the previous model, due to the addition of i-stop, Mazda’s proprietary engine stop/start system. On models equipped with a 2.0L kilometers per liter (7.4

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Fuel Economy Mazda Economy Fuel 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2012

The European Commission today proposed targets for the further reduction of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions from new cars and light commercial vehicles (vans) by 2020. L/100km), if the vehicles were to meet this CO 2 solely through fuel economy improvements. This is one more important step towards a competitive, low-carbon economy.

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2020 Light CO2 Cars 268

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

Worldwide light-duty vehicle production. Production of light-duty passenger vehicles (cars and light trucks) rose from 74.4 The major driver of increased production and sales are the emerging economies, especially China. Automobiles are major contributors to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. l/100 km (52.3

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Global Auto Production Hybrid 273

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2009

From October 2007 to April 2009, the average fuel economy of purchased new light-duty vehicles improved from 20.2 mpg US (11.6 mpg (11 L/100km) in April 2009. Sivak and Schoettle performed two regression analyses, one focusing on the number of vehicles purchased and the other one on their rated fuel economy.

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Fuel Economy Purchase Economy Fuel 150

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 1, 2023

Turbocharged+Supercharged Under the hood–power and surprising fuel economy The potent power from the turbocharged and electric supercharged 3.5-liter Running on premium, the EPA rates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24/highway/20 combined. Running on premium, the EPA rates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24/highway/20 combined.

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Fuel Economy MPG Lexus Miles 86

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

Tripling US new light-duty vehicle fleet fuel efficiency by 2035 through evolutionary change—e.g., DeCicco’s analysis shows that optimizing internal combustion engines plus rising adoption of grid-free hybrids will enable new fleet fuel economy (unadjusted) to reach 52 mpg (4.52 L/100km) by 2025 and 74 mpg (3.18

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Fleet Fuel Automobile MPG 236

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 27, 2011

Honda said that in Japan, more than one-third of registered Honda automobiles are hybrids. liter i-VTEC engine plus IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) hybrid system, the Insight offers fuel economy of 27.2 km/L (64 mpg US, 3.7 km/L (73 mpg US, 3.2 The Insight Exclusive offers fuel economy of 23.2 mpg US, 4.3

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Insight Japan Honda Hybrid 199

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2015

According to the latest annual life-cycle study from the Automotive Science Group ( ASG ), the all-new lightweight aluminum 2015 Ford F-150 leads the full-size light-duty truck competition in all environmental and economic performance areas; accordingly, ASG selected the F-150 as its Best Full-size Truck of 2015.

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F-150 2015 Ford Colorado 150

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2023

That’s really slow for a modern automobile and was made worse by the vehicle’s extremely bland driving dynamics. Still, none of the above ended up being a trade-off for improved utility or sublime fuel economy. Meanwhile, customers were getting the kind of fuel economy one would expect from a modern performance sedan.

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Toyota Market MPH Fuel Economy 52

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 13, 2014

Paired to two new transmissions, a slick-shifting 6-speed manual or a sporty and fuel-efficient Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with available paddle shifters, the Fit powertrain is anticipated to have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 33 mpg US city/41 highway/36 combined (7.1,

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2015 Honda Detroit Fuel 262

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The interior is beautiful during the light of day, but reserve your approvals for the dark of night when the 64-color active ambient lighting (a $790 option) gives the S500 many different feels. An OLED display works without a backlight as it emits its own visible light. liter at 21 mpg city/30 highway/24 combined.

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Mercedes Hybrid MPG Light 76

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 6, 2014

Steel can easily deliver the weight savings required to meet federally mandated fuel economy targets for most vehicles, according to a new 300-page analysis by the steel-industry information service World Steel Dynamics : “AutoBody Warfare: Aluminum Attack.” —“AutoBody Warfare”. These vehicles are higher cost to build.

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2018 F-150 Industry Industrial 218

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 255

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

In addition to precluding future regulation of stationary sources of greenhouse gases by the EPA under the current framework, passage of a disapproval resolution would also nullify EPA’s soon to be introduced final ruling on greenhouse gases from light duty vehicles.

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EPA Congress Climate Change Automobile Manufacturer 191

Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2016

—John Mendel, executive vice president, Automobile Division, American Honda Motor. The 2017 Accord Hybrid will feature a more powerful and efficient second-generation two-motor hybrid powertrain with the highest EPA fuel economy ratings of any current midsize hybrid sedan and delivering the most power. Accord Hybrid.

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2017 Honda Plug-in Hybrid 150

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Start with your car’s fuel economy rating. You may have to follow the MPG or miles per gallon rating in Canada. While it is a critical consideration, you must remember that calculating your gas cost for a year, depending on automobile usage, is also essential. Some also recommend keeping your car light.

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Cars Fuel Gas Diesel 85

Green Car Congress

MAY 30, 2013

At launch, the diesel line-up will include the BMW X5 xDrive30d with revised six-cylinder in-line diesel unit (190 kW/258 hp) and the BMW X5 M50d M Performance Automobile with tri-turbo six-cylinder in-line diesel (280 kW/381 hp). Average fuel economy in the EU test cycle has been improved by 16%—1.2 BMW has sold more than 1.3

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BMW Diesel Fuel Power 220

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2013

diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2 l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. With a new 2.0L

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Diesel Exhaust MPH MPG 304

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2012

The case studies include the proposed CAFE fuel economy requirements and US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) greenhouse gas regulations for motor vehicles; and energy-efficiency standards for clothes dryers, room air conditioners, and light bulbs. Kip Viscusi, Vanderbilt University Distinguished Professor, with primary.

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Energy Pollution EPA Fuel 265

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

The rear continues the two-line LED tail light design that wraps the lift gate. Technology features include: A light show. When climbing behind the wheel of the GV60, you’ll quickly recognize a fine automobile. For a seven-year old company, Genesis is traveling at light speed when it comes to becoming an all-electric car brand.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 107

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2013

mpg US (automatic: 5.7 – 6.0 mpg US ), while its CO 2 emissions come in at between 142 and 148 grams per kilometer (134 – 139 g/km); figures are calculated according to the EU test cycle and may vary depending on the tire format specified). Preliminary EPA fuel economy estimates for the 228i are 23 city/35 highway/27 combined (10.2,

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BMW Fuel MPH Power 210

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Usually concerned about fuel efficiency, Clean Fleet Report took a break this week as it was too much fun driving this fine, spirited, powerful automobile without concern for saving a few drops of gasoline. But if interested, the EPA estimates fuel economy to be 15 mpg city/22 highway/18 combined, running on 91 octane.

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Carbon Fiber Clean Cleaning Carbon 91

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2011

The 2012 Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance: a revised 2.5L, 4-cylinder gasoline engine; an enhanced 3.5-liter The outgoing model carries a 31/35/33 mpg US EPA rating.). Under the hood of the 2012 Camry Hybrid.

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Fuel Economy Camry Hybrid Economy 2012 199

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The level of regeneration can be set on the touchscreen, opting between Light, Standard and Firm, the latter of which we selected in conjunction with the Standard setting for One Pedal Driving with the Creep mode turned off. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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Motoring Motor Motors Volvo 73

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2010

Final MY 2011 and MY 2012-2016 passenger car fuel economy targets, based on vehicle footprint. mpg for the combined industry-wide fleet (cars and light-trucks) for model year 2016. Each light vehicle model produced for sale in the United States will have a fuel economy target. Source: NHTSA. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy Light 170

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. The exterior looks aerodynamic sitting still from a combination of curves and sharp edges.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Greenhouse gas and fuel economy levels under the EPA NHTSA joint proposed rulemaking. NHTSA is proposing CAFE standards for passenger cars and light trucks under 49 U.S.C. These standards would require them to meet an estimated combined average fuel economy level of 34.1 mpg in model year 2016. mpg by MY 2016.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy Gas 210

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 21, 2023

The rear has an LED light strip running fender-to-fender and a demure, stylized Air Touring badge on the truck lid. The dash is dominated by a 34-inch, floating curved glass display that on the left side has touch controls for seats, lights, wipers and the door locks.

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All-Electric Miles Tahoe Charging 80

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2009

The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has set the model year 2011 CAFE standards, which it estimates will raise the industry-wide combined light-duty vehicle fuel economy average to 27.3 mpg, save 887 million gallons of fuel over the lifetime of the MY 2011 cars and light trucks, and reduce CO 2 emissions by 8.3

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2011 MPG Standards Industry 210

The Truth About Cars

JULY 17, 2023

While consumer preferences have trended toward larger automobiles of late, it’s actually the United States’ regulatory landscape that has been steering us toward gargantuan vehicles. In the 1960s, Americans were enjoying cheap gasoline and everyday automobiles boasting some of the largest engines ever manufactured.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy United States Automobile 98

Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7 mpg by 2025. Background.

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Standards Fuel Economy Economy EPA 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

On 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1 mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. mpg if the automotive industry were to meet this CO 2 level just through fuel economy improvements.) ( Earlier post.).

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2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA 210

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 3, 2022

The steering is light for around town and then is speed-dependent, so there is never a loss of road feel or the ability to accurately carve through mountains or traffic. EQS 580 and 4MATIC badging sit below the LED light bar that connects the tail lights with their distinctive helix design. This three-screen area is home a 12.3-inch

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Mercedes All-Electric Clean Cleaning 90

Cars That Think

DECEMBER 18, 2022

economy away from fossil fuels. As the clean energy transition is made, Cooke says, “We’re talking about a massive reshaping of our economy at the same time.” The federal government has also increased mileage standards for new passenger cars and light trucks to a fleet average of 49 mpg in model year 2026 , up from 41 mpg today.

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Global China Chinese South Korea 131

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 16, 2023

Polestar and Volvo were acquired by Geeley, a Chinese automobile company, in 2010. The level of regeneration can be set on the touchscreen, opting between Light, Standard and Firm, the latter of which we selected in conjunction with the Standard setting for One Pedal Driving with the Creep Mode turned off.

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Motoring Motor Motors Volvo 78

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 5, 2009

At the 18 th Aachen Colloquium of Automobile and Engine Technology this week (5-7 October), Delphi is highlighting a range of its technologies including advanced gasoline and diesel engine management systems, fuel handling systems, powertrain cooling solutions and hybrid and electric vehicle products. Hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.

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Vehicles Fuel Economy Gasoline-Electric Congress 210