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2019 Chevrolet Cruze mpg, rushed Tesla production, and Honda Insight safety: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

The EPA outs a potential 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Eco model with better fuel economy. The Honda Insight receives a Top Safety Pick+ award. All of this and more on Green Car Reports. Tesla rushes to build 5,000 cars per week and the hurried pace may have come at a cost.

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2019 Honda Insight, Chevy Bolt EV fast charging, and fuel economy commentary: Today's Car News

Green Car Reports

We take a broader look at the 2019 Honda Insight. GM works to create an ultra-fast charging system for the Chevrolet Bolt EV. All of this and more on Green Car Reports. The 2019 Honda Insight. We explain how readers can make themselves heard about the EPA's proposed freeze in fuel economy standards.

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2011 Honda Insight Adds New $18,950 Entry Model, Upgraded Features

Green Car Reports

While the 2011 Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF have stolen most of the green-car limelight of late, and the Toyota Prius continues to be the go-to vehicle for those seeking reliable yet efficient transportation, Honda's Insight continues to plug along, with new upgrades to standard equipment and a less expensive entry-level model for 2011 aimed at.

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ACEEE ranks i-MiEV as “Greenest” car in US, Civic Natural Gas ties for second with LEAF

Green Car Congress

Making its model year 2012 debut on the US market, the i-MIEV earned a score of 58, the highest Green Score awarded since the rankings began in 1998. Green score. Honda Civic Natural Gas. Honda Insight. Rounding out the top six are the Toyota Prius, the Honda Insight, and the Smart ForTwo.

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Top 10 Green Cars revealed

Green Cars News

Green cars are definitely the in-thing in the auto industry and now consumer website kbb.com (part of the Kelley Blue Book) has named its Top 10 Green Cars for 2010. Now before you wonder where the likes of the Nissan LEAF and the Chevrolet Volt are on the list – they are not yet available and [.].

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2017 Kia Niro Hybrid Crossover Utility Vehicle Debuts At Chicago Auto Show

Green Car Reports

While dedicated hybrids have traditionally been hatchbacks--think Honda Insight, Toyota Prius, even the plug-in hybrid Chevrolet Volt--none have yet been designed as crossover utility.

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LA show displays green car ‘glimpse into the future’

Green Cars News

The 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show opens to the public today with a glittering display of green cars taking pride of place. With new green concepts and production vehicles from at least a dozen manufacturers, consumers have a greater selection of low-emission, high-mileage vehicles to choose from than ever before. Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid.