Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

Northern Lights Energy ( NLE ), the initiator of the 2012 charging infrastructure project and provider of infrastructure and services for electric vehicles (EV) based in Iceland, has signed an agreement with Reva Electric Car Company to jointly develop the electric vehicle market in Iceland. The REVA NXR. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.)

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REVA Iceland Light Electric Vehicles 284

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 5, 2015

Among their findings were that multi-mode RCCI has the potential to offer greater than 15% fuel economy improvement over a 2009 gasoline PFI baseline over many light-duty driving cycles, despite the lack of complete drive cycle coverage for RCCI mode. HWFET for highway driving under 60 mph (97 km/h).

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Fuel Economy Economy Light Fuel 150

Charged EVs

MAY 31, 2022

Upcoming electric passenger vehicles and light trucks from GM get most of the attention, but its new commercial EV brand is a quiet and very serious push too. They’ve seen Super Bowl ads for the GMC Hummer EV , or heard news about the lengthy, painful Chevrolet Bolt EV battery recall. The Task Force ultimately agreed.

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Commercial Vehicles GMC GM 137

Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. engine with start/stop.

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Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt 150

Teslarati

JANUARY 11, 2022

A Tesla Model S Plaid involved in a drag race against a Chevrolet 2600 HD Diesel truck accidentally started the duel in reverse. As the Christmas Tree of lights funneled from yellow to green, indicating the race had begun, the Model S surged backward mistakenly, as the Chevy took off in the correct direction.

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Tesla Diesel Chevrolet MPH 145

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2012

GM is continuing the deployment of the eAssist light electrification system ( earlier post ) as a standard across its platforms. The system has also jumped across brands to the Chevrolet line-up with its application in the new Malibu. The Chevrolet Volt is also a finalist.). base model. turbocharged Ecotec in the Regal GS.

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Congress Buick 2013 GM 247

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 10, 2023

GM adds another big EV Performance Details Big car – Big screen Built on the dedicated Ultium EV Platform Next generation, 200kWh lithium-ion battery American made at the General Motors Detroit-Hamtramck plant in Michigan Front and rear electric motors 750 horsepower and 785 pound-feet of torque 0-60 mph in under 5.0

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Escalade Cadillac GMC Yukon 92

Green Car Congress

JUNE 4, 2010

Verizon has purchased 576 Chevrolet Silverado Hybrids. GM’s two-mode hybrid technology system enables the Silverado to launch and drive up to 30 mph on electricity alone, and allows the Vortec 6.0L V-8 engine to operate in its more economical V-4 mode for longer periods.

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Silverado Purchase Hybrid Fuel Economy 170

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 21, 2022

The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is set to make a splash when it hits dealers in the summer of 2023. Chevrolet is currently taking online reservations for the midsize Blazer EV. Chevrolet joins the EV crossover crowd. Chevrolet joins the EV crossover crowd. 648 0 – 60 mph: “Less than” 4.0 Driving Range.

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Chevrolet General Motors GMC Hummer 104

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 23, 2021

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 ZR is a speed rating, which in this case means the tire can handle speeds surpassing 150 mph. Zero-to-60 mph times were right around 5.0 Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Shelby 86

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 The wide cascading grille shouts premium with a unique lighting signature of LED headlamps and daytime running lights in front of a long hood. Only the large grille features an abundance of chrome.

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Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

Fifty years after the introduction of the first Chevrolet Camaro, GM unveiled the new sixth-generation. turbo will deliver 0-60 mph acceleration in less than six seconds and offer more than 30 mpg (7.8 Six all-new powertrain combinations are offered, including the entry-level 275 hp (205 kW) 4-cylinder 2.0L An all-new 3.6L

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Engine EPA GM MPG 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

AMP ), a company engaged in the conversion of new vehicles to full battery-electric drive, unveiled its latest all-electric conversion platform, the GM Chevrolet Equinox. The Remy motors, says Burns, are very powerful, very light, and very inexpensive. Ohio-based Advanced Mechanical Products, Inc. (

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GM Conversion Saturn Li-ion 199

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

We did a bit better on a 120-mile freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 28.1 Selecting the Sport mode for that extra oomph helped turn 0-60 mph in about 6.3 When at the dealer, make sure to turn on the lights to see the unique and great looking LED lighting scheme. The light show.

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 81

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

The best we could do over 110 of those miles, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph and in Eco mode, was 29.6 A prominent black with chromed three-bar front grille, and the immediately recognizable VW logo badge, extends between the LED head and daytime running lights. This is very helpful when cornering in an unlit area.

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MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 83

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2022

The one in WTF mode (Watts To Freedom in GM’s sanitized parlance) that takes the 9,200-pound pickup 0-60 mph in three seconds? If you have driven any electric vehicle, you know the acceleration is quick, with manufacturers trying to outdo each other with the shortest time to 60 or 100 mph. Like Nothing Else On the Road.

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Hummer GMC All-Electric F-150 97

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2011

General Motors is exploring the use of its light electrification system eAssist as a cost-effective means to improve both vehicle efficiency as well as driving dynamics. As an example, on a test drive of a Malibu Eco during the media event, the engine was running at about 1500 rpm at about 60 mph on level terrain.). Click to enlarge.

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Fuel MPG Fuel Economy GM 210

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

Our freeway fuel economy test loop of 210 miles, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, averaged a very impressive 55.8 But you are rewarded for a light touch on the accelerator pedal, as it runs in electric mode when cruising on the highway, and much of the time when driving in town. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

in the HR-V AWD performed well, but with zero-to-60 times just under 10 seconds, merging into 70 mph freeway traffic can be an adventure. The all-wheel drive functionality is there to help in slippery, wet or slushy street driving–and maybe a bit of light forest service road cruising. Your numbers may differ.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 78

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 30, 2021

mpg, but on a 100-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 29.8 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. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter

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Sierra GMC Fuel Economy MPG 97

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 The rack and pinion electric power steering was too light for our liking, even though it was progressive, tightening (or becomes heavier) on the open road, While lighter in town. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6 On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2 Very European.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2014

However, given our recent look at the Chevrolet Cruze Diesel (the contender, earlier post ), we wanted to focus on the latest version of the US diesel leader. The 2015 model brings a redesigned radiator grille with three cross fins, a new bumper, and optional Bi-Xenon headlights with Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS).

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2015 Diesel Power Powered 262

Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2018

The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck will be offered with an all-new, technologically advanced 2.7L Turbo delivers 0-60 mph performance in less than seven seconds and weighs 380 pounds less than the current Silverado with the 4.3L Chevrolet is offering a progression of Active Fuel Management on its 5.3L

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Silverado 2019 Chevrolet Fuel 253

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

A 100-mile piece of those miles was an all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph and in Eco mode, returning 32.1 The LED head and driving lamps, and a large spelled-out B-R-O-N-C-O, sit above the rugged-looking matte black bumper and lower fascia, where fog lights are neatly tucked on the far outer edges.

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Ford Jeep MPG Fuel Economy 65

Charged EVs

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

That month, the SUV version appeared as one of three future EVs serving as backdrops for a presentation by CEO Mary Barra and other executives to reveal some details about future electric Chevrolet crossover and pickup models. Back in the day, the original Hummer H1 was a military vehicle with a light veneer of consumer comfort.

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Hummer GMC GM Market 104

Cars That Think

APRIL 4, 2022

Car of the Year, and now a finalist for 2022 World Car of the Year—was designed by the talented Sangyup Lee, the Hyundai global design chief and former Bentley designer who also styled the reborn Chevrolet Camaro. Hyundai calls this new design language “Parametric Pixel,” including pixelated LED lighting that nods to old 8-bit video games.

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Volt Range Charging Hummer 108

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

Heck, you can even get to 55 mph in second, so wringing-out the speed and approaching red line is what this car loves and is built to do. Sight lines are not bad for the low sitting position, and Subaru designers did a nice thing by not having a high-mounted third brake light in the rear window. Road Test: 2021 Chevrolet Camaro RS.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 85

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Hyundai can rightly claim the Sonata Hyundai Hybrid looks like no other sedan, highlighted by a distinctive LED headlight design, which is edged by a very unique and compelling daylight running light strip. The strip appears to be chrome during the day, but lights-up at night. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Malibu.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

With 302 total system horsepower, the RAV4 Prime is the quickest Toyota SUV with 0-60 mph times of 5.4 Taking the challenge, when on the highway, to see how long the green EV light can remain lit becomes a fascinating combination of driving smoothly and conservatively within the posted speed limits. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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PHEV Toyota Gasoline-Electric Gasoline 67

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 10, 2011

It builds on the powersplit architecture Ford uses in its current hybrids, allowing it to operate in fuel-saving electric mode beyond 47 mph (76 km/h). The light ring then illuminates in quadrants as the vehicle charges. Flashing quadrants represent charge in progress and solid-lit quadrants show stages of charge completion.

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Plug-in Hybrid Ford Plug 231

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

If you want extra oomph, select the Sport mode where we were able to get 0-60 mph times of 8.3 LED tail lights and a very small “PLUG-IN HYBRID” badge on the lower right corner make up the details of the rear, foot-activated power lift gate. The Chevrolet Equinox has an all-electric model coming out.

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Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric 81

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. But on a 180-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we got an impressive 28.8 It did not disappoint. inch rear with Duralife rotors. The comfy chair.

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Escalade Cadillac Fuel Economy MPG 94

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

But over a 240-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged an impressive 37.5 The sleek look begins with Kia’s signature Tiger Nose front grille that presents an aggressive look, especially when turning-on the four beam LED projection headlights, and amber LED daytime running lights.

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

If you want extra oomph select the Sport mode where we were able to get 0-60 mph times of 8.3 LED tail lights and a very small “PLUG-IN HYBRID” badge on the lower right corner make up the details of the rear, hands-free foot activated lift gate. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. Road Test: 2018 Kia Sportage.

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2015

Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Cruze—larger, lighter, and more efficient than its predecessor. The new turbo engine and a leaner architecture that reduces up to 250 pounds (113 kg) also contribute to the new Cruze’s stronger performance, with expected 0-60-mph acceleration of eight seconds. A new, standard 1.4L

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Chevrolet Diesel 2017 Oil-Sands 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

GM will focus its vehicle electrification efforts on three main technologies: light electrification, currently manifested in the eAssist systems; extended range electric vehicles (EREVs) such as the Chevrolet Volt; and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), such as the soon-to-be-introduced Spark EV. Source: Larry Nitz, GM.

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Extended Range GM Light Plug 286

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 8, 2022

The Sequoia had strong acceleration, with 0-60 mph times of 7.7 All trim levels get LED head and fog lights. Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the Sequoia while pulling a 6,500-pound boat and trailer. As can be expected, the torque and towing capability handled it with ease. New Look: Exterior. inches to 77.7-inches;

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Toyota Tundra Hybrid Gasoline-Electric 93