Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2015

Fuel economy is 20.4 The hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter The energy management controls for the hybrid system batteries have been re-engineered to utilize regenerated energy at high speeds. Fuel economy has been enhanced by altering controls to boost regeneration frequency and make active use of battery power.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2019

In contrast, most emissions from the battery-powered electric vehicle are generated in the productions phase. Life cycle assessment is an intricate, complex, and internationally standardized procedure to research the ecological balance sheet of vehicles. They decrease all the more, the more regenerative energies are available.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

l/100 km (60 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 104 g/km (European combined cycle with standard diesel SKYACTIV-D 2.2 i-ELOOP (short for “intelligent Energy Loop”) uses a supercapacitor to store electricity recovered during deceleration to power the vehicle’s electrical systems, thereby improving fuel economy. Standard Power.

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MPG Diesel Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy 311

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2013

With an all-electric range of about 35 highway miles (56 km), and a total range in excess of 300 miles (482 km), the ELR offers fuel economy of 82 MPGe, Cadillac estimates. (Base price of a 60 kWh Tesla Model S—without Federal tax incentive, but with destination fee—is $71,070.) Official EPA estimates are not yet available.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 16, 2023

.& It only stands to reason that the largest vehicles in a lineup, those vehicles for which fuel economy has never been the sole focus, should be among the last to see battery power. While the full-sized Tundra offers the choice between a standard turbo V-6 and hybridization, this 2023 Toyota Sequoia is hybrid only.

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Prius Toyota Tundra Fuel Economy 84

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

However, they also noted, high PTW efficiencies and the moderate fuel economies of current compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs) make them a viable option as well. The study investigated the the WTW energy and emissions from the use of natural gas in CNGVs with a range of CNGV fuel economy and natural gas compressor efficiency.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 31, 2013

base engine with variable valve lift control (Intake Valve Lift Control, iVLC earlier post ) and start/stop technology as standard. Estimated fuel economy with the base engine is 23 mpg US city / 35 mpg highway (10.2 iVLC DOHC four-cylinder engine with direct injection is the 2014 Malibu’s standard engine. The all-new Ecotec 2.5L

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2014 Chevrolet Engine Fuel Economy 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2014

liter, 4-cylinder base engine (LKW) equipped with standard stop/start technology, according to GM. The 2014 Malibu was the first in its segment with a standard engine featuring fuel-saving stop/start technology. All contribute to EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg (9.4 Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 29, 2012

Like its cousin, the C-MAX Energi PHEV, the Fusion PHEV offers: SmartGauge with EcoGuide to provide in-vehicle customizable displays, including instantaneous fuel economy readings and coaching functions to help drivers understand and optimize their fuel efficiency.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2012

new appliance standards and CAFE) and changes in the way energy is used in the US economy. quadrillion Btu in 2025, due to incorporation of the model year 2017 to 2025 GHG and CAFE standards for LDVs. However, energy use per capita declines by 15% from 2011 through 2040 as a result of improving energy efficiency (e.g.,

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

The Trail’ster, based on Kia’s Soul urban passenger vehicle, is primarily powered by a 1.6-liter The system also improves fuel economy over standard all-wheel-drive setups by operating only when needed and serving as an energy recovery mechanism. In addition, this approach helps mitigate turbo lag by providing instant torque.

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Kia Concept Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2012

It is also possible while recharging the car to heat or cool the passenger compartment, reserving more battery power to propel the car. Hybrid mode is the standard setting whenever the car is started. The modular format is based on a standard of 500cc (30 cubic inches) per cylinder for optimum thermodynamics.

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Driivz

MAY 15, 2023

Nonetheless, the technology is nascent, with a limited number of bidirectional-capable EVs and home chargers on the market today and poorly defined standards. With V2H, an EV’s battery can keep the lights on , the refrigerator running, and devices charged for up to three days in the event of a blackout.

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Climate Protection Grid Climate California 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2018

The newly introduced 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid makes significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid ( earlier post ) it replaces, including more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. Power is stored in a 14.1 Drive modes.

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Cayenne Porsche Hybrid 2019 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 19, 2009

The 5 kWh L5 pack, built with A123Systems’ nanophosphate Li-ion batteries, supports fuel economy of up to 100 mpg for 30-40 miles within the electrically assisted driving range. Recharging requires about five hours through a standard 110-volt electrical outlet. The company uses approximately 1.7

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Virginia Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Subject to their respective legislative requirements, to work to develop uniform standards to promote ZEV consumer acceptance and awareness, industry compliance, and economies of scale. The number of models is expected to increase for model year 2014 and beyond, ARB said.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2017

Acura’s first hybrid SUV, the 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid ( earlier post ), will arrive at showrooms in early April with more than 30 additional horsepower and a 45 percent higher EPA city fuel economy rating as compared to the conventionally-powered MDX SH-AWD. Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD).

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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). The score relates to a vehicle’s combined performance on fuel economy and greenhouse-gas emissions.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Despite the new spaciousness, the Prius v will deliver estimated EPA fuel economy ratings of 44 mpg city, 40 mpg highway and 42 mpg combined (5.35, 5.88 Sophisticated valve control, injector design, and other technologies reduce emissions to allow the Prius v to qualify for California SULEV and US Tier2 Bin3 emissions standards.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

VTO focuses on a mix of near- and long-term vehicle technologies including advanced batteries, power electronics and electric motors, lightweight and propulsion materials, advanced combustion engines, advanced fuels and lubricants, and other enabling technologies. Broadly, VTO program activities are focused on achieving: Saving 1.4

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 29, 2011

The higher-voltage variant will support moves by European vehicle manufacturers announced earlier this year to introduce 48 volt passenger vehicle power networks to help meet the requirement for lower fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions. —Guy Morris, CPT’s engineering director and chief technical officer. Micro-mild hybrids.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 16, 2023

Tesla has certainly proved that battery-powered passenger vehicles are capable of being blisteringly fast. But global manufacturing quality also seems to be on the decline and Americans seem particularly hesitant to embrace all-electric vehicles (Tesla excluded) as more V8-powered models fall by the wayside.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

Plug-in Hybrids As bigger batteries were needed for plug-in hybrids, lithium-ion has become the battery of choice Regular hybrids can be driven short distances at speeds up to 40 miles on battery power alone, but plug-in hybrids can drive, depending on make and model, anywhere from 15 to 53 miles using only electricity.

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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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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug 231

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Technical topics for this FOA—which span the range of DOE interests from fossil to nuclear to renewable and low-carbon energies—include two hydrogen- and fuel-cell-related topics: fuel cell-battery electric hybrid trucks and in-line quality control devices for polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells. are desired.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2009

Equipped with a 16 kWh Li-ion battery pack, the five-door, four-seat hatchback has a battery-powered range of up to 60 km (37 miles) (MVEG cycle). GM will manufacture the Ampera’s battery pack will be manufactured by GM at the first lithium-ion production facility to be operated by a major automaker in the United States.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2012

The plan lays out steps to strengthen the key core technology for new energy vehicles, including: Vigorously promoting battery technology and innovation, with a focus on battery power system security, reliability studies and lightweight design. Electric drive system power density of 2.5 kW/kg, at a cost of 200 yuan/kW.

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The RAV4 Hybrid boasts several advantages over the standard RAV4, including a smoother powertrain and better fuel economy. Now, Toyota is introducing a plug-in version of the RAV4, one that’s more powerful, more fuel efficient, and delivers impressive electric range. The car comes standard with AWD.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs. kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion polymer battery. The slowest, a standard 120V household plug, delivers a full charge in about 68 hours (that’s just short of three days).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 16, 2016

The Group is planning a broad-based initiative in this area: it intends to launch more than 30 purely battery-powered electric vehicles (BEVs) over the next ten years. With regard to vehicles and drivetrains, the new strategy places special emphasis on e-mobility. But we were starting to try and do too many things at once. by 2025.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 19, 2023

Europe Is Getting Serious About Developing a Hydrogen Economy H2Mare is one of three hydrogen flagship projects that have received a total of €700 million in funding from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Airplanes, for example, won’t be able to fly long distances on battery power.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

In an interview Monday, Mr. Ghosn said Nissan decided to accelerate development of battery-powered vehicles because of high gasoline prices and environmental concerns, not just because of the need to meet stricter fuel-economy standards. Nissan also expects to sell a lineup of electric vehicles globally by 2012.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2013

This vehicle charge port in the B-pillar on the front passenger side lets users connect the storage battery to an electrical supply at home to charge it. The charge port is standardized for the country of purchase. The on-board charger is located close to the traction battery. Sport Hybrid. Chassis with rear-axle steering.

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Porsche Plug-in Hybrid Plug 259

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

1 Given that US EPA fuel economy figures for the vehicles are not yet available, we are using the ECE fuel consumption figures from Europe as a means to provide a comparison across vehicles, and are providing the estimated EPA figure where available. EPA-rated fuel economy is 20 mpg city, 25 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined. CO 2 (g/km).

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EV Central

OCTOBER 20, 2022

With PHEVs at their most fuel-saving at low speeds, this ensures you don’t exhaust your battery before reaching built-up areas with slower traffic and more stop-starts. The Outlander will always prioritise using battery power first, so remembering to hit that SAVE button is imperative if you don’t want to exhaust it.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

Ford’s commitment to the battery powered vehicle has not the only “green” news from the blue oval as it reaffirmed its EcoNetic range with two models now under the magic 100g/km of CO2 threshold. Fuel economy on either model is impressive, either 74.2mpg or 70.6mpg depending on that Start/Stop function.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2011

Growth is led by developing regions such as China, India, Africa and other emerging economies. The vast majority will be hybrids that use mainly gasoline plus a small amount of battery power; these will make up more than 40 percent of the global fleet by 2040. L/100 km) by 2040. L/100 km) by 2040.

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