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EPA trends report sees record levels of average new vehicle fuel economy and CO2 emissions for MY 2012; role of new gasoline vehicle technologies

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Manufacturer-specific technology adoption over time for key technologies. Light trucks (pickups, minivans/vans, and truck SUVs), accounted for 36% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2012, the second lowest level since 1993. In MY 2013, there are three times as many hybrid offerings as there were in MY 2008. mpg, or 22%.

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EPA annual report on CO2, fuel economy and technology trends finds 2012 heading for all-time best; rapid adoption of new technologies

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Data for MY 2011 are final; data for MY 2012 are preliminary and based on projected vehicle production values provided to EPA by manufacturers. Both conventional hybrids and diesel vehicles have increased market share slightly since MY 2007. Manufacturers are selling many vehicles today that can meet future CO 2 emission targets.