Green Car Reports

JULY 26, 2019

The new 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 diesel earns record EPA mpg estimate. And the California legislature plans to clean up dirty diesel heavy trucks. Tesla CTO JB Straubel has left the building. Sumitomo develops new technology to recapture energy from rolling tires. All this and more on Green Car Reports.

Silverado 76

Silverado MPG 2020 Cleaning 76

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2015

Chevrolet has introduced the diesel version ( earlier post ) of its 2016 Colorado midsize pickup truck. Duramax turbo-diesel, the Colorado’s maximum trailering capacity rises to 7,700 pounds (3,492 kg) on 2WD models, with estimated fuel economy projected by GM to top the already segment-leading efficiency of the gas models (27 mpg (8.7

Colorado 150

Colorado Chevrolet Diesel Exhaust 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2011

General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant, home of the Chevrolet Volt, will close for four weeks beginning in June for planned upgrades to prepare for a significant increase in the rate of Volt production, along with assembly of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan.

Volt 199

Volt Chevrolet Canada Europe 199

Green Car Reports

APRIL 28, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: How the Chevrolet Volt really works, Tesla seeks workers for a second California facility, and why we can''t buy cars that get 60, 70, or 80 mpg. The Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf went on sale within days back in 2010, and updated models are expected in 2016. See how their second.'

Volt 148

Volt Chevrolet Green Cars MPG 148

The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Full disclosure: Nissan flew me to Santa Barbara, California, and housed and fed me so that I could drive the Kicks. Nissan folks told me that the brand is aiming the Kicks at the Hyundai Kona, Chevrolet Trax, and Kia Soul. Fuel economy is 28 mpg city/35 mpg highway/31 mpg combined for the FWD model and 27/34/30 for the AWD.

Nissan 105

Nissan MPG Available Affordable 105

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2009

mpg and the average fuel economy of vehicles purchased is 24.9 mpg: a 58% improvement. Chevrolet Blazer 4WD. Chevrolet C1500 Pickup 2WD. California had the largest voucher dollar amount requested: $326,822,000, or 11.3% Eighty-four percent of consumers traded in trucks and 59% purchased passenger cars.

Cash For Clunkers 247

Cash For Clunkers Fuel Economy Jeep Honda 247

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 8, 2024

turbo at 25 mpg city/27 highway/26 combined. In 166 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 27.1 Mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), fuel economy is 28 mpg city/34 highway/31 combined. The EPA rates the 1.6L The Seltos SX, S and EX are front wheel drive-with a 2.0-liter

Kia 80

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning 80

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

I think that’s fair since on a good day my 3 ½-year-old Chevrolet Volt has a 61-mile all-electric range, roughly comparable to a used Nissan Leaf or Fiat 500e. My lifetime tally is 231 mpg, which means I’ve used less than 80 gallons of gas over the car’s 42 months on the road. Chevrolet Bolt EV – 12,313. Behind the Numbers.

Personal 80

Personal PHEV Plug-in San Diego 80

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

liter Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 22 mpg city/26 highway/24 combined. mpg, but on a 100-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 29.8 But nudging 30 mpg is impressive, which was aided by the engine stop/start system, which shuts off the engine rather than idling.

Sierra 97

Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

After spending a fun week tooling around Southern California in the BRZ, there isn’t any argument coming from us. The BRZ is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined mpg. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7 Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Camaro RS. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette.

MPG 85

MPG Cleaning Clean Mazda 85

The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 8, 2024

Out of all the eight generations of Chevrolet Corvette production, the biggest success in the showrooms was the 1968-1982 C3. The General decided he'd be wise to make its C4 successor a cornerin' and brakin' machine, and today's Junkyard Find is a first-year C4 discovered in a Northern California car graveyard last year.

Chevrolet 116

Chevrolet California Fuel Economy MPG 116

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

high-performance at 20 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. In 240 miles driving around Southern California we averaged 23 mpg, but in a 100-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged 31.2 mpg, exceeding the EPA figure. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. And yes, you can spin the tires!

Ford 86

Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 86

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Cleaning 81

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With a new design and built on a new platform, the 2023 Honda HR-V continues to be a good value with a roomy interior and 30+ mpg. Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the HR-V AWD at 25 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. In 323 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 28.2

Honda 78

Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 78

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Smooth, Quiet and 50+ MPG. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid, we drove 345 miles through Southern California, averaging 49.3 A little fin help.

Hyundai 83

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

How Does 50+ MPG Sound? Part-time power The EPA has rated the RAV4 Prime at 42 miles of all-electric range (AER) and 40 mpg city/36 highway/38 combined. Clean Fleet Report traveled 442 miles in our week driving through Southern California. mpg, but in two all-electric runs we saw 49 and 51 AER. The overall average was 46.7

PHEV 68

PHEV Toyota Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 68

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

liter V6, the 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, the EPA rates the fuel economy at 17 mpg city/23 highway/19 combined. liter four-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/24 highway/22 combined. mpg, just a touch below membership in the magic 30 MPG AWD Club.

MPG 83

MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 83

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

In 297 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 22.1 mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 Flash Drive: 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Duramax Diesel. Flash Drive: 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3L Edging into luxury territory.

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV MPG 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. Duramax turbodiesel is EPA rated at 20 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

Escalade 94

Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 94

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

are 25 mpg city/28 highway/ 26 combined. In 320 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 27.1 Our takeaway is when the Bronco Sport is loaded with a two adults and all their gear, 30 mpg will be realistic on the highway. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox.

Ford 66

Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy 66

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

The EPA rates the CX-9 AWD at 20 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined. In 235 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 24.1 The tires provided good grip when pushed hard on sunny and dry Southern California roads. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Blazer.

Mazda 52

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning 52

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. 244 total miles, with 144 all-electric miles. 72 miles, with 35.3

Escape 91

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Plug-ins are trending in key markets around the country, although much of the action remains focused in California and other West Coast states. Chevrolet Bolt 22,799. Chevrolet Bolt/Bolt EUV – Waiting for more GM EVs. Flash Drive: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ; News: GMC Hummer EV First Edition Sells Out ; Cadillac Lyric First Look.

Electric Cars 105

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electrical 105

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

The EPA rated the Santa Cruz’ fuel economy at 19 mpg city/27 highway/22 combined. In 226 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 23.8 4-cylinder that gets 21 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined with front-wheel drive, and 21/27/23 mpg with AWD. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado.

Hyundai 81

Hyundai MPG Cleaning Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

at 24 mpg city/32 highway/27 combined while running on 87 octane. In 514 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 34.7 Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. The EPA rates the 2022 K5 GT 2.5L

Kia 76

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning 76

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Gets more than 50 mpg. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined: numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid we drove 210 miles through Southern California, averaging 48.6 Great style.

Hyundai 71

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Refreshed inside and out, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV continues to be the best-selling electric car for Chevrolet and parent General Motors. The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt with a 259-mile driving range from a 150-kilowatt electric motor that drives the front wheels. Observations: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT. Better than ever.

Chevrolet 77

Chevrolet Miles Cleaning Clean 77

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The hybrid powertrain The Environmental Protection Agency rates the all-electric range (AER) at 37 miles and fuel economy at 40 mpg highway and combined when running in gasoline-only mode. Clean Fleet Report spent a week driving in Southern California for a total of 179 miles, averaging 48.2 But in California, it was averaging $5.88

Escape 81

Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric 81

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 22, 2021

Even heavy-duty trucks running on massive diesel engines, which were expected to be the last on-road holdouts, have been mandated to turn completely to zero emissions in by the state of California starting in 2045. While 2045 may still be more than two decades away, emissions advances in internal combustion engines (ICE) are continuing.

Diesel 93

Diesel Emissions Fuel Economy Yukon 93

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

The Joy of Driving , Malibu Style The Motor Press Guild (MPG), the Southern California non-profit association for automotive journalists, annually brings together writers with automotive manufacturer representatives and their cars. The rest of the cars and trucks at the 2024 MPG Drive Day is at the end of the story.

MPG 82

MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 82

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Over 652 miles of mixed driving through Southern California we averaged 23.9 Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. Note: The RC 300 and RC 300 F Sport RWD models offer the best fuel economy at 21/31/25.)

Lexus 67

Lexus F-150 Fuel Economy MPG 67

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The EPA rates the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. In 236 miles of driving through Southern California, and using the adaptive cruise control when on the freeway, we averaged 26.7 We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

Kia 73

Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 73

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 6, 2021

Clean Fleet Report recently put about 100 miles on a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Touring, spending most of our brief seat time on Southern California freeways. The EPA rates fuel economy at 24 mpg city/30 highway/26 combined. Comparison Test: 2018 Chevrolet Traverse, Subaru Ascent, Volkswagen Atlas. Updated in so many ways.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Cleaning 52

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

This month I’ve tested two very similar cars back-to-back, I think bringing into sharp relief where we (California and the U.S.) In a few short years the launch of the Nissan Leaf and Chevrolet Volt moved us closer to that vision becoming reality. liter gas engine (28 mpg highway) for a run in the snow up to Lake Tahoe.

Audi 90

Audi Tahoe SUV Gas-Electric 90

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Which is exactly what we did for one fun-filled week, tackling Southern California freeways and mountain roads. Because of driving aggressively much of the time, over 231 miles we averaged 25 mpg. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class. Try to stop smiling.

MPG 80

MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning Clean 80

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2009

Nevertheless, said Frank Weber, Global Vehicle Line Executive and Chief Engineer for the Volt: The 230 city mpg number is a great indication of the capabilities of the Volt’s electric propulsion system and its ability to displace gasoline. Actual testing with production vehicles will occur next year closer to vehicle launch.

Volt 230

Volt MPG EPA GM 230

Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

At the moment, only a handful are available at California dealerships. The most striking are its 42-mile EPA-Estimated EV Mode Range; a whopping 600-mile EPA-Estimated Total Driving Range; an EPA-Estimated Hybrid Mode MPG city/highway/combined of 40/36/38; and a 94 MPGe EPA rating. Demand is intense. The SE trim starts around $38,100.

Miles 52

Miles PHEV Toyota Range 52