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California ARB approves ACC II rule; 100% of LDVs to be PHEVS, ZEV by 2035; LEV IV emissions requirements

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The rule establishes a year-by-year roadmap so that by 2035 100% of new cars and light trucks sold in California will be zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Plug-in hybrid, full battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles count toward an automaker’s requirement.

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FedEx Express fleet exceeds 2020 fuel improvement goal of 20%; sets new goal of 30% improvement compared to 2005

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FedEx Express alternative fuel fleet deployment as of August 2012. FedEx Express has exceeded its original goal of a 20% improvement in global vehicle fleet fuel economy by 2020, as compared to 2005, with a more than 22% cumulative improvement in fuel economy for its vehicles. Source: FedEx. Click to enlarge.

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Mazda announces SKYACTIV-X: gasoline Spark Controlled Compression Ignition

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Compression ignition combined with a supercharger will improve fuel economy while delivering tremendous engine response and increased torque of 10–30% over the current SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine. SKYACTIV-X even equals or exceeds the latest SKYACTIV-D diesel engine in fuel efficiency. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Kia unveiling new cee’d GT line with new 1.0L T-GDi and 7-speed DCT at Geneva

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liter T-GDi is a downsized, three-cylinder power unit engineered to improve fuel consumption and emissions while offering strong performance and immediate response. liter T-GDi engine produces 120 PS (118 hp, 88 kw) and 172 N·m (127 lb-ft) torque, and has been engineered to deliver lower CO 2 emissions than the 1.6-liter

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Choosing an Eco-friendly Vehicle: Hybrid vs. Electric Cars

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Anyone in the market for an eco-friendly vehicle might be wondering about the difference in hybrid vs. electric cars. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, or PHEVs, can charge through the same 240V charging station that other EVs use. How Does an Electric Vehicle Work? The short answer to that question is: Yes.

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