Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test True Long Range: 1,796 Miles and Four States in a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Ford presented a great opportunity to test the long-range suitability of the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E when I received an invitation to attend the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo program in Moab, Utah.

Las Vegas 82

Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 82

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Ford. Ford says the all-new 2021 Bronco Sport is “Built Wild.” That wild creature is now at your local Ford dealer where it will be taking on the Subaru Crosstrek , Mazda CX-30 and Jeep Compass and Renegade head-to-head. The all-new 2021 Ford Bronco has two EcoBoost gasoline engine choices.

Ford 65

Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy 65

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2011

The universities initially involved in the AMP will be the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Carnegie Mellon University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Stanford University, University of California-Berkeley, and University of Michigan. Report to the President: Ensuring American Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing (presentation).

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Obama Manufacturer Ford Universal 341

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2014

Presently, 19 different models of PEVs from 10 different manufacturers are available for purchase in California, but only three of these models are available nationally. While Tesla Motors was 23 part of the study, California data was unavailable since Tesla opted out of providing data in the state of California.

Davis 290

Davis Plug-in Plug Sale 290

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. Ford Mustang Mach-E 15,938. Ford Mustang Mach-E (& F-150 Lightning & E-Transit). Ford has had little to show in the EV market some some time. Tesla Model 3 80,681.

Electric Cars 104

Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 104

Electric Auto Association

APRIL 19, 2021

Drive Electric Earth Day parade in Riverside, California. In Ventura, California, an EV movie night was headlined by ‘Who Killed the Electric Car,’ and participants in The Evie McWheely Contest were sent materials to draw the EV of their imaginations. Drive Electric Earth Day sets new records in attendance. DEED event in Waco, TX. “We

Virgin Islands 81

Virgin Islands Dominican Republic Puerto Rico Golf Cart 81

Green Car Congress

JULY 19, 2011

At the “Forward with Ford” event held in June—a conference exploring the linkage of Ford vehicles and technologies to global consumer trends—the company showcased its work on vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications with a focus on crash avoidance. Click to enlarge. Background. US DOT Connected Vehicles Research.

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Vehicles Ford Connect Connected 223

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

This development could mean reducing enzyme costs from about $1 per gallon of ethanol to about 10 cents or less, with an overall reduction in the cost of the production of cellulosic biofuels of 30% or more. a dry ton is equivalent in unit energy costs to oil at about $20?barrel. D” equals day. Source: UCR. Click to enlarge.

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Production Conversion Low Cost Fuel 150

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 15, 2024

The Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Powered Pickup You Can Buy Ford Maverick Hybrid owners will willingly tell you all about their truck, so be prepared to hang-out for a while. A hybrid hit Hybrid Power/Efficiency to Love Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2024 Ford Maverick Lariat Hybrid, powered by a 2.5-Liter

Ford 49

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 49

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

of total vehicle sales by 2020, the more significant story is the rapid expansion of strong-hybrid vehicles led by Toyota, Ford, and Honda, followed by Hyundai, Nissan and others. All four produce prismatic cells with nickel-based cathodes, a design favored by the HEV industry leaders Toyota, Ford, and Honda.

Li-ion 265

Li-ion Hybrid NiMH Batteries 265

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2014

Automakers will push for changes in the California ZEV mandates. California’s zero emission vehicle (ZEV) regulations require volume automakers to sell a minimum number of PEVs each year in the state. By 2022, not even California will meet the 10% ZEV requirement.

2014 346

2014 Global Sale Motorcycles 346

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 28, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost and Coyote 5.0 V8 Fun in the Last Pony Car Ford says people buy the Mustang for its looks. Ford is making sure the seventh-generation Mustang continues to be the American-built Pony Car motoring enthusiasts want, and maybe even need. While both have the turbocharged 2.3-liter

Ford 87

Ford Fuel Economy Convert MPG 87

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 12, 2022

When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the 2022 Ford Maverick compact pickup, it was after driving it for about five hours. We came away impressed with what Ford had created. Among them, none may have been more important than the 2022 Ford Maverick. Who will buy the all-new 2022 Ford Maverick? That was in October 2021.

Ford 91

Ford MPG Fuel Economy Clean 91

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

The enjoyment of driving the all-new 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid began with getting 45.4 mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. Clean Fleet Report spent a week in the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid XL, powered by a 2.5-Liter In 225 miles driving through Southern California we averaged 45.4

Ford 87

Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 87

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. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7 Road Test: 2021 Ford Mustang. Road Test: 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited. Raw Sports Car Fun.

MPG 83

MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 83

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 11, 2022

Ford says the all-new, all-electric 2022 F-150 Lighting is “the truck of the future.” Ford plans to lead in vehicle electrification by committing $22 billion to electrifying its cars, crossovers, SUVs and trucks through 2025. The Ford F-150 moves into a new era. Not only did Ford cleverly design a 14.1

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F-150 Ford All-Electric Miles 94

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

didn’t have the opportunity to do any off-roading, nor did we encounter any wet or sloppy weather during our week driving through Southern California. The grille, with its LED reflector high-intensity headlights, C-shaped daytime running lights and fog lights did not present as massive as front ends found on other trucks.

Sierra 96

Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 96

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

Hyundai’s first-ever pickup comes at a time where the Ford Maverick compact pickup is making waves of its own. The Ford Maverick is more truck-like, while the Hyundai Santa Cruz is more car-like. In 226 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 23.8 Road Test: 2019 Ford Ranger.

Hyundai 79

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2022

Over 314 miles of Southern California city and highway driving our overall average was 38.8 The drive modes present several options for tailored driving. The Lincoln Corsair shares its mechanical pieces with the Ford Escape PHEV crossover, but that is where this kumbaya moment ends. A capable and efficient engine. per gallon.

PHEV 102

PHEV Plug-in Plug MPG 102

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

A Taste of 10 Different Cars Along the California Coast. The event was held in last week in Half Moon Bay, California. Ford Bronco. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Story and photos by John Faulkner. This is just a taste. Acura TLX Type S.

Lexus 96

Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. Departing the Kimpton Rowan Hotel in downtown Palm Springs, we headed-up the Palms To Pines Highway (California Highway 74) that starts at 250-foot elevation and crests at 6,500. Room for adults.

Kia 82

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kia invited media to the Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas, California, from which we ventured out over the Cuyamaca Mountains and through the Cleveland National Forest to the 1800s silver mining town of Julian , with an elevation of 4,245 feet. Driving Experience: On the Road. Ready to roll.

Kia 90

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 90

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

In 297 miles of mostly freeway driving through Southern California we averaged 22.1 To jump over the midsize SUVs of the Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer , Chevrolet Traverse , Volkswagen Atlas , Toyota Highlander and the Kia Telluride , the Palisade Calligraphy had better be a step up. Road Test: 2020 Ford Expedition.

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Toyota invited the automotive media to Carlsbad, California, in late March for the first drives of what turns-out to be a significantly improved Prius Prime. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report.

Prius 85

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 85

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

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: 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Ford Edge. Ready to rack up the miles. The EPA rates the CX-9 AWD at 20 mpg city/26 highway/23 combined.

Mazda 52

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Whatever it is, during our week driving the Tucson Hybrid through Southern California, it drew plenty of attention and comments. During our week in the Tucson Hybrid AWD we drove 463 miles through Southern California, averaging 38.1 Road Test: 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. Hyundai calls it “Sensuous Sportiness.” Smooth running.

Tucson 74

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

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. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6 mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3

Fuel Economy 79

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Over 259 miles driving Southern California freeways we averaged 25.6 The adaptive air suspension, that can raise the ride height by 11-inches provides a larger break-over angle, the sway bar disconnect, and being able to ford 24-inches of water, and hill descent control all add to the off-road capability. But on a 38.7-mile

Jeep 80

Jeep PHEV Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 80

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

In 323 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 28.2 Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements.

Honda 76

Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 76

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove 177 miles through Southern California averaging a very satisfying 87.7 News: Ford Releases Details on Plug-in Hybrid Escape. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. There is a dash screen that reports on your driving style.

PHEV 92

PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 92

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

In our real world use, over 272 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 23 mpg. Road Test: 2019 Ford Edge. Road Test: 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Two choices under hood–V6 or turbo 4.

MPG 81

MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 81

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. Jumping into the present. Road Test: 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi Fuel Economy MPG Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

To demonstrate this, Subaru flew journalists from Santa Barbara to Catalina Island, which sits 26 miles off the Southern California coast, to drive in all-electric silence on dirt roads usually only open to fire and maintenance personnel. Road Trip: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E EV. John’s preferred off-road vehicle.

All-Electric 85

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 85

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

During our week in the Sonata Hybrid we drove 210 miles through Southern California, averaging 48.6 Road Test: 2019 Ford Fusion Energi. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Photos by John Faulkner and Hyundai. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5. Road Test: 2020 Mazda6.

Hyundai 70

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 70

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 12, 2021

In 236 miles of driving through Southern California, and using the adaptive cruise control when on the freeway, we averaged 26.7 In addition to minivans, you probably will be cross-shopping the Carnival against, among others, the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, Ford Expedition , Toyota Sequoia and Nissan Armada.

Kia 72

Kia Minivan Fuel Economy MPG 72

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2012

Currently, Mercedes-Benz has 37 leasing customers for the B-Class F-Cell in Southern California, with suggested pricing set at $849 per month for 24 months. The F-Cell will become available for Northern California in June. The new legislation [the Advanced Clean Cars package in California, earlier post ] will help very much.”

Mercedes 332

Mercedes Hydrogen 2017 Fuel 332

Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2015

According to a new technology briefing paper on hybrid system technologies by John German at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), the costs of full-function hybrid systems are likely to drop to half the cost of their 2010 counterparts before 2025. —“Hybrid Vehicles: Technology Development and Cost Reduction”.

Hybrid 150

Hybrid Li-ion Lead Acid Fuel Economy 150