Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2012

Audi introduced its crosslane coupé plug-in hybrid concept at the Paris Motor Show, saying that the vehicle provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, and automotive and drive concepts. The vehicle is based on a lightweight Multimaterial Space Frame and is powered by a dual-mode plug-in hybrid drive based on a purpose-designed 1.5-liter

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 273

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L In all-electric mode, the XL1 requires less than 0.1

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Price Carbon Fiber Li-ion Polymer 277

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

liters per 100 kilometers (30 mpg US ). A beefed-up seven-speed S tronic located behind the engine transfers the torque to a specially designed quattro drivetrain. The carbon fiber-ceramic brake discs can withstand high temperatures and are extremely abrasion-resistant. With acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.8

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MPG Concept Diesel Audi 199

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 14, 2013

The Stingray accelerates from 0-60 in less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip; it is also expected to be the most fuel-efficient Corvette, exceeding the EPA-estimated 26 mpg (9.05 l/100km) of the current model. The all-new Corvette Stingray shares only two parts with the previous generation Corvette.

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2014 Carbon Fiber GM Fuel 257

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

Sample topic areas that might address one or more of these barriers include: Novel cell, module or pack designs that significantly improve the thermal or safety performance, or significantly reduce the weight, volume, and cost of non? displayed in longer EV range, higher MPG and/or MPGe ratings). Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials.

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2011

liters of fuel per 100 km (107 US mpg) on average and emits just 59 grams of CO 2 per km (95 g/mile). The engine hood and numerous add-on parts are made of carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). The concept car accelerates from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph in 4.4 The axle load distribution is 50:50.

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Audi Plug-in Hybrid Concept 329

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 two-cylinder diesel, 20 kW electric motor and 5.5

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 2, 2014

l/100 km (57 mpg US) combined cycle (NEDC). Lamborghini continues to focus on weight reduction as a means to reducing CO 2 , for example through the investment in carbon fiber engineering, which also contributes to our quest for the best super sports car handling and performance. All-electric range is 50 km (31 miles).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

l/100km (48 mpg US), equivalent to 113 g/km of CO 2 —0.6 l/100km (49 mpg US), or 112 g/km CO 2. l/100km (49 mpg US), or 112 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 144 g/km CO 2. l/100km (62 mpg US), or 99 g/km CO 2. mpg US), or 106 g/km CO 2. liters of diesel per 100 km (73.5 Average fuel consumption is 4.8

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MPG Fuel CO2 Light 252

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Both prologue variants provide a view into coming Audi design language, as well as the technology experience inside and outside. liters per 100 kilometers (147 mpg US) according to the NEDC standard for plug-in hybrid vehicles—corresponding to 43 grams of carbon emissions per kilometer. Overall design. meters (16.8

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Audi Plug-in MPG Plug 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 1, 2012

mpg US) in the European test cycle. Lightweight design, encompassing the use of innovative materials, has allowed the unavoidable additional weight of the high-output hybrid drivetrain to be cancelled out in full. The two-seater burns three liters of gasoline per 100 kilometres (equivalent to fuel economy of 78.4

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Concept BMW Plug-in Hybrid 303

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 20, 2013

mpg) for cars and 203 gCO 2 /mi (43.7 mpg) for light trucks by 2025 (54.5 mpg light duty average, or 4.3 Integrated computational materials engineering (ICME) development of carbon fiber composites for lightweight vehicles. Fuel property impacts on combustion.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Designed for efficiency and manufactured for durability, Proterra’s 40' Catalyst E2 series gets 22 MPGe, while conventional diesel buses average 3.86 And unlike the industry’s widely-used steel bus frames, Proterra’s lightweight carbon-fiber reinforced composite bus body maximizes vehicle life, while minimizing repairs and maintenance.

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Carbon Fiber Louisiana Re-Charge Battery 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2015

Featuring a carbon fiber body and a three power unit, all-wheel drive system, the 295 kW (396 hp) Golf GTE Sport accelerates from 0 - 100 km/h in 4.3 l/100 km/h (118 mpg) on the NEDC cycle for plug-in hybrid vehicles. seconds, has a top speed of up to 280 km/h (174 mph), yet offers fuel consumption of just 2.0

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Concept MPG PHEV Austria 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Unveiled at the annual Wörthersee festival in Austria earlier this year, the concept features a carbon fiber body and a three power unit, all-wheel drive system. l/100 km/h (118 mpg) on the NEDC cycle for plug-in hybrid vehicles. The car’s silhouette features C-pillars with a unique two-level design.

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Plug-in Concept Plug Los Angeles 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2017

Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. Weight reduction is a key contributor to improved fuel economy. Earlier post.). pounds (12 kilograms).

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Chrysler 2017 Toyota Carbon Fiber 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

liters diesel equivalent, or 87 mpg US equivalent). When designing the F 125!, to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, with a top speed of 220 km/h (137 mph).NEDC NEDC fuel consumption is 0.79 kilograms of hydrogen per 100 kilometers (= 2.7 Hydrogen storage. The structural integrated hydrogen composite unit of the F 125!, Earlier post.)

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Mercedes Hydrogen Plug-in Fuel 334

Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2015

Made of carbon fiber and advanced composite materials, Proterra’s unibody design is a prime driver for its high performance with regard to weight and durability. By designing the vehicle from the ground-up, using the most advanced technology and materials, Proterra has eliminated the vehicle weight concern for EV.

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Lithium Titanate San Francisco Carbon Fiber Energy Storage 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2012

Phase I projects must complete (1) a preliminary design; (2) a characterization of laboratory devices using the best measurements available, including a description of the measurement methods; and (3) the preparation of a road map with major milestones, that would lead to a production model of a system that would be built in Phase II.

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Vehicles 210

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2010

The long rear hatch is made of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP)—an advantage of 6.6 The crankshaft is designed as a common pin shaft. The fixed rear wing is good for an additional 1.2 kilograms (2.65 lb); thinner sheet metal and additional cutouts shaved 2.6 kilograms (5.73 kilograms (14.55 kilograms (11.46

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Audi Carbon Fiber Exhaust Hungary 218

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The sleek tractor-trailer combination boosted fuel efficiency by 70%—exceeding 12 mpg, with some test runs showing more than 13 mpg—in road tests, and powertrain brake thermal efficiency reached 50%. This new design added “wave” bumps on the side of the piston bowl, which allows the fuel to burn more cleanly.).

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Volvo Fuel North America Waste 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 31, 2021

It came on with a bang, winning many Car of the Year awards, recognized for its design, performance and ride comfort. The undetectable and seamless transitions have an EPA -rated 26 mpg city, with a combined (combined city and highway) 58 mpg. Carbon Fiber Exterior. Carbon fiber curves.

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PHEV Carbon Fiber Plug-in Gasoline-Electric 105

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Clean Fleet Report spent a week exploring Southern California in the front-wheel drive XT5 Premium Luxury, which the EPA rates at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined mpg. We were surprised to cross the 30 mpg mark for this 3,915-pound, five-passenger midsize SUV. The XT5 has a low dash design that nicely incorporated the 8.0-inch

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Cadillac Land Rover MPG Fuel Economy 105

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.

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 98

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2022

The Maserati Ghibli Trofeo has a Ferrari-designed and built 3.8-liter When at the dealer, make sure to lift the hood and get a look at the beautiful Trofeo carbon fiber red and black engine cover, which by far is the most attractive we have seen. Carbon Fiber, Wood and Leather. Built on the cool factor.

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Carbon Fiber Ferrari Aston Martin Cadillac 105

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 2, 2022

Clean Fleet Report has tested many Toyota hybrid models and know this fuel economy number can easily be topped, getting in the 40+ mpg range. With the change comes an increase in horsepower from 139 to 169, faster 0-60 mph by two seconds and fuel economy increased to 31 mpg city/40 highway/34 combined. Corolla Sedan and Hatchback.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Expressively Designed Premium Sedan. Genesis says the 2022 G70 sport sedan is “designed to perform, tailored to be driven, engineered to care.” We spent a week in the smallest Genesis sedan that is designed to take-on the BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-class sports sedans and found it was a lot of well-engineered car for the money.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 105

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Chevrolet made the radical decision to have the 2021 Corvette, or C8 as aficionados call it, become a mid-engine sports car, abandoning the front engine design that began when the first Corvette rolled off the line in Flint, Michigan, on June 30, 1953. Design Details: Exterior. Designed to slip through the air.

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Chevrolet MPG Carbon Fiber Clean 98

Green Car Congress

JUNE 10, 2015

BMW has introduced the new generation (6 th ) of its top-end 7 Series, featuring technology innovations in the areas of lightweight design, powertrains, chassis, operating systems, and intelligent connectivity. 7 Series body-in-white / carbon. liters per 100 kilometers (112 mpg US) in the BMW 740e and BMW 740Le (BMW 740Le xDrive: 2.3

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BMW Plug-in Plug Hybrid 150

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. And yes, you can spin the tires! The EPA has rated the EcoBoost 2.3L

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 105

Green Car Congress

JUNE 29, 2015

US mpg) in the A4 Sedan, resulting in CO 2 emissions of 114 grams per kilometer (184 grams per mile). The valve-drive module in the cylinder head is designed to be light and rigid. US mpg) and emits 129 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (208 grams per mile). liters per 100 kilometers (49 US mpg) (NEDC) and the Avant 5.0

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Audi Gas Engine MPH 150

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

New for 2022, the Sport designation means a G80 with all-wheel drive. The EPA estimates the G80’s fuel economy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. If fuel economy is a pacing item, then getting 32 mpg with the smaller displacement probably is worth foregoing the performance benefits of the larger engine. Driving Pleasure.

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Fuel Economy MPG GS 450h Clean 104

The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Inside there are neat design touches that make the Kicks feel more upmarket than it is – and materials that remind you this is a car for those with tighter budgets. I liked the soft materials on the upper door – there are pricier vehicles with lower-quality trim – and the carbon-fiber-look fabric running across the dash.

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Nissan MPG Available Carbon Fiber 104

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Appealing Exterior Design. Attractive design details. The look is classy without any chrome, save for the five spoke wheels that drew curious comments on their dimpled design. Interior Wonder. How does it compare?

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Clean Cleaning SUV Fuel Economy 105

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

Turbo AWD at 22 mpg city/27 highway/24 combined. mpg, but a somewhat better 29 mpg on a 94-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. The CX-5 Turbo interior is simple with an all-black color scheme and aluminum accents, steering away from faux wood or carbon fiber.

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 98

The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Lofty targets, to be sure – especially for a brand that has bet heavily on its design prowess to outshine its dynamic and technological shortcomings in recent years. As a result, the British automaker now has its sights set on Lamborghini and Ferrari rather than Bentley. 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Fast Facts Powertrain 4.0-liter highway / 13.1

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Aston Martin Fuel Economy Canada Carbon Fiber 108

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 26, 2023

The EPA rates fuel economy at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined while running on 91 octane. mpg, with our overall economy coming in just above the EPA rating at 26.1 The 12-way heated and ventilated power sport seats, carbon fiber, piano black, satin-finished accents and the analog center-dash clock added posh touches.

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Hybrid MPG SUV Clean 75