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Consumer Reports finds Honda Accord hybrid fuel economy “impressive”, but short of EPA 47 mpg rating

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Consumer Reports fuel economy tests found the Honda Accord Hybrid delivered impressive overall fuel-economy of 40 mpg (5.88 We’ve found that the EPA tests often exaggerate the fuel-economy of hybrids. —Jake Fisher, director of automotive testing at Consumer Reports. Earlier post.). liter gasoline V6.

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EPA annual inventory shows US GHG up 3.1% from 2017-2018

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Since 2005, national greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by 10%, and power sector emissions have fallen by 27% even as the economy grew by 25%. While the current Inventory does not include 2019, preliminary energy data available now for 2019 from EIA projects that fossil fuel-CO 2 emissions decreased by approximately 3% from 2018 to 2019.

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New ArcelorMittal lightweight car door solutions; up to 34% weight savings over existing steel doors in medium-term

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Carmakers need to reduce the weight of their vehicles in order to meet future regulations; currently-enacted regulations in Europe (tailpipe emissions) come into full force in 2015 and those for the USA (tailpipe emissions and fuel economy) come into full force in 2021. g/mile) is saved. lbs) to 13.3

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Fiat 500L using SABIC polycarbonate glazing materials in rear fixed side windows; lighter weight than glass

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Compared to glass, SABIC’s glazing materials gave us greater freedom to create the distinctive and desired window shape and promote the aerodynamic efficiency and fuel economy of the vehicle. Polycarbonate glazing is a cutting-edge technology that is viable and available now for automakers.

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2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid PHEV debuts; third new Porsche hybrid powertrain since 2017

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seconds vs. Cayenne S E-Hybrid) on to a ¼ mile time of 13.3 While running on electricity alone, the Cayenne E-Hybrid can travel up to 83 mph (134 km/h) and up to 44 kilometers (27 miles) (NEDC). EPA fuel economy figures and electric range are unannounced at this time. Acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 4.7

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2024 Hyundai Kona Review – Ready For New Challenges?

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Hyundai is promising a max range of 260 miles and a fast charge that will take you from 10 percent to 80 percent in 43 minutes. Features that the Kona didn’t have before and are available now include dual-zone climate control, a power tailgate, and cooled front seats. There are two battery packs – a 64.8 Oh, and rear air vents.

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Ford showcases Transit line-up powered by new Ford EcoBlue diesel at Hannover; 6-speed auto, AWD and SYNC 3

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litre engine has been developed with the latest turbocharging, fuel injection, combustion system, structural design and low-friction technologies to deliver significant improvements in fuel efficiency, performance and operating refinement, while delivering the durability and low cost-of-ownership demanded for a Transit power unit.

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