Green Car Reports

AUGUST 4, 2021

The 40-mpg versions of the Maverick hybrid pickup might be hard to find. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. An EV tax credit could soon extend to used vehicles. And the Leaf is now the lowest-priced EV in the U.S. With a price cut of more than $4,000, the 2022 Nissan Leaf is shaping up to be the lowest-priced U.S.-market

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Tax Credit MPG Tax Nissan 185

Green Car Reports

JULY 31, 2023

The federal government looks at fleet-average mpg through 2032. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Chevy Blazer EV deliveries are starting soon. Mazda cancels the MX-30 for the U.S. And Tesla owners are increasingly turned off by the company’s CEO.

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MPG Mazda Chevrolet Tesla 92

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The 53-mpg Kia Niro Hybrid slots in well below $30,000. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2023 Nissan Ariya starts around $45,000 but isn’t eligible for the EV tax credit. And Polestar is winding up for an October 12 reveal for its next model. Polestar revealed a few more details regarding its upcoming, U.S.-built

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MPG Nissan Tax Credit Hybrid 103

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 21, 2021

And Ford tops 40 mpg with a pickup. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Ford has revealed an estimated EPA rating of 42 mpg for its Maverick Hybrid pickup, which starts arriving in January. Volvo and Polestar models get an update for more predictable charging and range.

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MPG Volvo California Hybrid 124

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2017. mpg for both years). million cars and light trucks sold in the United States in 2017 accounted for only 6.9% of all registered cars and light trucks in 2017.). by Michael Sivak.

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy Light 397

Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2021

miles per gallon (MPG). mpg, or slightly below the record high achieved in model year 2018. All vehicle types are at or near record low CO 2 emissions; however, market shifts away from cars and towards sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pickups have offset some of the fleetwide benefits. Fuel economy decreased by 0.2

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy EPA 243

Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2022

The new standards require an industry-wide fleet average of approximately 49 mpg for passenger cars and light trucks in model year 2026. Estimated Average of CAFE Levels (mpg) Required Under Final Rule. Passenger Cars. Light Trucks.

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MPG Standards Fleet Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2019

By contrast, none of the light-duty vehicles produced in 1975 had fuel economy greater than 30 miles per gallon (mpg). had fuel economy over 30 mpg; by 2018, that share had grown to 27%. of light-duty vehicles produced were plug-in vehicles with fuel economies greater than 60 mpg (3.92 In 1995, 4.4% In 2018, 2.4% l/100 km).

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Fuel Economy 2018 MPG Economy 236

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 28, 2022

With these six easy ways to boost car fuel efficiency, you will save money and also release fewer emissions into the air. One of the quickest and most efficient ways to boost your car’s fuel efficiency is to plan your trips ahead. You use 20% more fuel if you drive your car at 75 mph instead of 62 mph. Do More in One Trip.

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MPG Fuel Economy Cars MPH 86

Green Car Reports

JUNE 11, 2021

The Ford F-150 Lightning might not be efficient by EV standards, but it’s the equivalent of an 85-mpg fuel-sipper. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla rolls out the Model S Plaid by showing how it checks all the boxes in outperforming gasoline models. And the CHAdeMO fast-charging standard is still growing.

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F-150 MPG Ford Charging 128

Green Car Reports

MARCH 14, 2022

Gas prices are leading to a surge of demand for high-mpg vehicles. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Demand for the Mustang Mach-E is so strong Ford has put orders on hold. Aston and Britishvolt aim to develop performance batteries. And leave it to Lucid to present EV battery tech with clarity.

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MPG Ford Gas Price 118

Green Car Reports

MARCH 7, 2022

And which gasoline-fueled models get 50 mpg for less than $30,000? This and more, here at Green Car. Police departments aren’t excluding EVs, but they’re not seeing the right package in an EV. Ford might attempt to keep its dealerships to a set price on its electric vehicles.

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MPG Volvo Ford Gasoline-Electric 98

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 21, 2023

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Blazer EV is ready for home backup, but the software and home hardware aren’t here yet. Lexus gives its UX hybrid crossover a boost. And will a Toyota Crown plug-in hybrid go 55 miles all-electric?

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Lexus Toyota MPG PHEV 119

Green Car Reports

JANUARY 18, 2024

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid gets a higher price, ahead of the arrival of a main rival, the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid. And Mazda sees a future including rotary combustion engines and Tesla charge ports.

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Civic Hybrid Mazda Hyundai Honda 133

Green Car Reports

JUNE 17, 2023

Pressing which button may help you get better hybrid mpg? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending Friday, June 16, 2023. Which EV outsells all but the Ford F-150?

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MPG F-150 Toyota Hybrid 105

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This system recharges the 12-volt and hybrid battery while preventing unnecessary battery discharge when the car is off.

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Hyundai 2020 Solar MPG 403

Green Car Reports

MAY 1, 2020

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Despite all the excitement over low gas prices, concern about mpg might get thrown to the wayside quite as quickly as some. Lordstown Motors shows us its mammoth plant—in Lordstown. And shoppers are still efficiency-focused, even with cheap gas.

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MPG Range Cheap Cars 95

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid remains one of the highest-mpg three-row SUVs. A California firm shows a more convenient vision for EV charging stations, while Electrify America taps into the grid at the Grand Canyon’s South Rim. And the Toyota Highlander goes Nightshade.

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Highlander Hybrid Charging MPG 149

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. With the addition of the 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid minivan, families will have another high-mpg family choice with three. BMW sport wagon fans looking to go electric will have to wait longer. And Kia is adding a hybrid minivan to its lineup.

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Minivan Kia BMW Hybrid 104

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Especially in the numbers-focused green-car arena, some healthy competition can do wonders. Just two and a half years after the arrival of the current Toyota Camry Hybrid and its 52-mpg EPA combined rating—the first.

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Camry Hybrid MPG 2020 Hyundai 166

Green Car Reports

MARCH 18, 2020

Electric car range drops quite predictably in the cold, a new group test finds. The Hyundai Elantra gets on the Hybrid bandwagon—and is aiming for 50 mpg or more. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The Honda CR-V Hybrid plays a key role in the brand’s high-volume plans for hybrids.

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MPG Hyundai Hybrid Honda 100

Green Car Reports

MAY 6, 2020

And how does the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid compare to the Toyota Camry in mpg? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla batteries look different down to the cell. Mercedes once made some electric sedans that were sized closely to the Model 3.

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Camry Hybrid MPG Mercedes Hybrid 91

Green Car Reports

JULY 28, 2021

Minnesota’s mandate of EVs could change the equation around “compliance car” plug-ins that automakers only sell in some of the U.S. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. New Biden administration vehicle efficiency rules are on the way. And we look at 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid gas mileage.

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Minnesota Tucson Hybrid MPG 172

Green Car Reports

MAY 1, 2020

Conventional wisdom says low gas prices are poison to sales of fuel-efficient cars, but a new survey indicates that may not be the case. a gallon nationwide, with negative oil prices even observed a few weeks ago, car buyers still have a strong interest in mpg, according to Consumer Reports.

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MPG Cheap Gas Oil Prices 125

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

As a direct result of the state’s Clean Cars 4 All program, more than 10,000 Californians have now scrapped old, dirty cars and replaced them with cleaner alternatives such as new and used zero-emission, plug-in hybrid, or hybrid cars. million had been spent on incentives within Clean Cars 4 All.

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Clean Cleaning Sacramento Pollution 320

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2019

These changes increase Accent’s EPA estimated fuel economy to 33 mpg city, 41 highway, 36 combined, up considerably from the 28 city, 38 highway, 32 combined mpg rating with last year’s 1.6-liter As opposed to a more common push belt, the IVT takes advantage of a chain belt—a first in the compact car segment.

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MPG 2020 Engine Hyundai 220

Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Toyota’s bulking out its hybrid lineup with two more high-mpg hybrid-only models—and one of them is a market bestseller. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Genesis is planning a super-size electric SUV. And what goes into Tesla range estimates for trip planning?

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Toyota SUV Hybrid Range 105

Green Car Congress

JULY 9, 2013

The 2014 Corvette Stingray will deliver up to an EPA-estimated 17 mpg US (13.8 l/100 km) in the city, and 29 mpg (8.1 The estimate reflects an average of fuel economy in both the default “Tour” mode, which delivers 28 mpg highway, and driver-selectable “Eco” mode, which delivers 30 mpg highway. Earlier post.).

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MPG EPA 2014 Fuel Economy 239

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid offers seating for up to eight and fuel economy up to 34 mpg. Tesla is looking for a plant site in Mexico. And Toyota rolls out a Grand version of its Highlander Hybrid. With just a little more space at the third row and cargo.

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Highlander Mexico Toyota Hybrid 148

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 9, 2023

And do you want a car that offers all-wheel drive and about 50 mpg, for a price under $30,000? This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The EV tax credit shifts toward a point-of-sale rebate. Rivian gets more efficiency from a larger battery pack. A review of the Toyota Corolla Hybrid reminded us that it’s very good.

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Tax Credit Toyota Hybrid MPG 100

Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Porsche reveals the first Formula E car for Gen3. And we take a last drive in the new 43-mpg Avalon Hybrid. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. With the 2023 Toyota Crown arriving soon, a recent 2022 Toyota Avalon Hybrid test drive reminded us what a tough act this big, comfortable, efficient 43-mpg sedan.

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Porsche Honda Toyota Concept 87

Green Car Reports

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Automakers aren’t doing all they can to raise mpg, according to a new EPA report. Hybrids are hot for car thieves right now. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Tesla owners quibble over an outage. And will the EV tax credit include that union-made bonus?

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Tax Credit Tax Hybrid MPG 185

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Throw away what you think you know about the Toyota Prius, the ur-hybrid that was briefly Silicon Valley’s most tech-forward car before it was supplanted by Tesla and other electric cars. The 2023 Toyota Prius, which goes on sale early next year, is a stunner.

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Prius Toyota Hybrid MPG 191

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

The Mercedes-Benz 2014 E250 BlueTEC sedan, the first diesel E-Class to be available with 4MATIC, achieves an estimated EPA rating of 45 mpg US (5.2 l/100 km) on the highway and 28 mpg (8.4 When equipped with optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, its fuel mileage numbers are 42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km) highway and 27 mpg (8.7

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MPG Mercedes 2014 EPA 230

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2011

mpg compared to 21.4 mpg in July 2010, but remained flat from June, according to TrueCar.com. In July, a balanced mix of cars and trucks were purchased, keeping the overall fuel economy of new vehicles sold flat compared to June. mpg in July 2011, up from 19.7 mpg in July 2010. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy MPG Economy Fuel 240

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2021

Even a Fuel-Efficient Car Can Do Better. So you’re the proud new owner of a Honda Civic EX Sedan (42 mpg highway; 32 mpg city). We’ll explore three ways your behavior can boost your mpg, and how counterproductive behaving badly can be, from affecting your car’s future to impacting your car insurance.

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MPG Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 72

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 6, 2014

The Honda Civic is a renowned gas-sipper in the compact car market and the latest iteration of the hybrid model is no exception. For 2015, the Civic Hybrid continues the 2014 car''s gas mileage of 45 mpg combined (44 mpg city, 47 mpg highway), itself an improvement on the 2013 model''s 44 mpg all-round.

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MPG Honda 2015 Honda Insight 149