Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

Take the Hyundai Tucson compact crossover, replace the rear section with a truck bed, and voilà…the Hyundai Santa Cruz is born! But as with most things that seem simple on the surface, going from a crossover body to pickup body is a bit more complex, not the least of which is who Hyundai thinks will be buying the Santa Cruz.

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Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 79

Green Car Congress

MAY 27, 2014

In its sixth sales-weighted analysis of emissions from 8 major automakers’ 2013 model year vehicles, the Union of Concerned Scientists’ (UCS) latest Automaker Rankings report found that Hyundai-Kia unseated Honda as the “Greenest Automaker.” —Dave Cooke, vehicles analyst in the UCS Clean Vehicles Program and author of the report.

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2013 Kia Hyundai Sale 299

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

A Primer on Hybrid Battery Care This article may contain affiliate links. When the first gasoline-electric hybrids vehicles began arriving in 1999 and 2000, early adopters did their research and were quite knowledgeable about the then-new and revolutionary transportation mode. Here’s a brief overview.

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Nickel Metal Hydride Plug-in Plug Recharge 82

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Kia Motors has provided a few more details on the new hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains planned for the all-new Optima, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to broaden its global range of low-emission vehicles. Earlier post.). Optima PHEV. The next-generation Optima PHEV will feature a 9.8

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Kia Plug-in Hybrid Plug 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The XSE trim is new to the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid, offering sporty styling cues that reinforce the value and appeal of this highly efficient five-passenger sedan. A spacious interior with a smooth comfortable ride, high fuel economy (we broke 50 mpg!), A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid. Hybrid Efficiency.

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 68

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Smashing Through the Barriers To Hybrid Cars. Photos from Clean Fleet Report archives. Hybrid vehicles are becoming more and more common. They have many advantages, such as consuming less fuel, being more environmentally friendly, silent and smooth to drive. The prototypical hybrid–the Toyota Prius.

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Hybrid Camry Hybrid F-150 Fuel Economy 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2015

Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 Combined fuel economy (mpg).

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PHEV 2016 Hyundai Plug-in 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Mazda has been repositioning itself into the premium category, and the CX-90 will give it a larger SUV to compete with the Acura MDX , Buick Enclave , Kia Telluride , Hyundai Palisade , Subaru Ascent and Toyota Highlande r. It also will mark the first plug-in hybrid from Mazda when it arrives in two months.

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Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy SUV 89

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. This Flash Drive will touch on both models, which are significantly different vehicles, spotlighting the Sportage Hybrid. Fuel Economy: 25 mpg city/32 highway/28 combined. FWD and AWD.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2024

Clean Fleet Report drove the G70 Sport Prestige with rear-wheel drive powered by the twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 18 mpg city/27 highway/21 combined. Using the same 8-speed automatic, the fuel economy is 22 mpg city/28 highway/24 combined.

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Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning Fleet 58

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter

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Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 89

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

For almost three decades this automotive trade publication has evaluated new powertrains and highlighted the best based on horsepower, torque, NVH management, real world fuel economy and new technology. Ford F-150 Hybrid 3.5L Hyundai Kona BEV. Hyundai Santa Fe 2.5L Jeep Wrangler 4xe Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L

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Engine Plug-in F-150 Hyundai 67

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Clean Fleet Report drove the Niro PHEV EX Premium, and came away with a good feeling about this compact crossover that can deliver a 560-mile driving range. A Winning Formula. Story by John Faulkner.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 92

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

Excellent fuel economy, nice styling, low price and an excellent warranty. This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. Kia’s iVT is a continuously variable transmission with intelligence that adapts shifts for improved performance and fuel economy. Drivetrain.

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Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 71

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 3, 2023

Turbo: A mild hybrid 3.3-liter Fuel economy is EPA rated at 24 mpg city, 28 highway, 25 combined. The mild hybrid system consists of a 48-volt electrical system that allows the engine to shut off when not needed, increasing fuel economy. A new badge Turbo S: A mild hybrid 3.3-liter

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Mazda PHEV San Francisco Plug-in 89

The Truth About Cars

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

As far as the big intros go, we had the new Camry , the updated Forester , a new Kia Sorento (plus two concepts ), a debut from Genesis , the Lucid Gravity , a hi-po Hyundai EV , and confirmation of how the Hyundai Santa Fe will be equipped in this market. There's something to be said about clean lines. At least in my opinion.

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Los Angeles Auto Detroit Hyundai 105

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Clean Fleet Report earlier reviewed the 2021 K5 GT-Line AWD with the turbocharged 1.6-liter There are four driver-selectable drive modes of Normal, Custom, Sport and Sport+ that adjust the engine, steering and transmission responses to maximize fuel economy or performance. Clean Fleet Report’s K5 GT came with a 10.25-inch

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Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 74

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

In Acura-speak, Type S is the performance division (like BMW has M, Hyundai has N, Mercedes-Benz has AMG and so on). This Flash Drive is an introduction to the ZDX Type S, with Clean Fleet Report doing a more detailed ZDX review when we have had more seat time. Hyundai Ioniq 5 N at 3.1 seconds; Porsche Taycan GTS at 3.4

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Acura All-Electric SUV Miles 83

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. non-turbo, fuel economy estimates are 30 mpg city/37 highway/37 combined. In both cases, the emissions have been reduced and fuel economy and performance increased compared to the 2021 Civic.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 84

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Clean Fleet Report spent a week driving in Southern California for a total of 179 miles, averaging 48.2 miles per gallon combined gasoline and electricity.

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Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric 79

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Clean Fleet Report spent a fun week in the Jetta GLI 2.0T Fuel economy estimates by the EPA are 26 city/36 highway/30 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. With an eye to fuel economy and aerodynamics, the 0.27

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 70

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 7, 2022

Clean Fleet Report would not be surprised if Genesis has even more SUVs on the drawing board, with most of them being hybrids, plug-in hybrids or EVs. Clean Fleet Report drove the GV70 with the twin-turbo 3.5-liter Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined.

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SUV Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2022

A First Timer for Clean Fleet Report is someone who purchased their first EV, PHEV or FCEV. Clean Fleet Report speaks with First Timers to hear about their experience. Clean Fleet Report speaks with First Timers to hear about their experience. Clean Fleet Report : Tell us a bit about yourselves. Happy with their choice.

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Prius Toyota Plug-in Gas-Electric 80

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL Premium R-Line 4Motion. liter V6, the 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system and an eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission, the EPA rates the fuel economy at 17 mpg city/23 highway/19 combined. Adding extra style to VW SUV functionality. Smooth V6 Power.

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MPG SUV Fuel Economy Light 81

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

The event, WAJ Media Day 2021, afforded me a chance to experience some exotic and high-end cars that aren’t normally in the sights of Clean Fleet Report. Make sure to sign-up for the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (upper right) to be alerted when longer reviews are posted on several of these cars. This is just a taste. V8 we drove.

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Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The only choice For the all-wheel drive version, which Clean Fleet Report had for a week, the transmission is part of the Honda Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control. If opting for the front-wheel drive HR-V, the fuel economy numbers are 26/32/28. In 323 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 28.2

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy 2020 76

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 21, 2023

A step up from the CX-5 in size Getting There Clean Fleet Report reviewed the CX-50 with the optional Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter Fuel economy is EPA rated at 23/29/25 mpg for the turbocharged CX-50. Up front, the dash has a simple, clean and logical layout with plenty of soft touch materials. Efficient under the hood The 2.5L

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Mazda SUV MPG Fuel Economy 78

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Flash Drive: 2024 Hyundai Kona All-New Small SUV Gas for now; electric is coming soon The all-new 2024 Hyundai Kona is currently offered in four trim levels with the choice of two gasoline-powered engines and, in early 2024, an all-electric version will arrive. The Kona Limited and N-Line have a 1.6-liter Rear cargo space is 25.5

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Hyundai Gasoline-Electric Fuel Economy Gasoline 84

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

In only a few short years Genesis, the luxury division of Hyundai launched in 2017, released the excellent G70, G80 and G90 sedans. Clean Fleet Report has a hunch Genesis has even more crossovers and SUVs on the horizon. Clean Fleet Report drove the rear-wheel drive 2021 Genesis GV80 2.5T The Premium Midsize SUV Benchmark.

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MPG Fuel Economy SUV Clean 65

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 17, 2023

We’ve also included links to some of Clean Fleet Report ’s recent reviews of the models mentioned. The Toyota Prius has been the fuel economy king for years Fuel Efficiency: Save Money on Gas Fuel efficiency is a crucial aspect for college students as it can greatly impact their budgets.

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Cars Connect Connected Prius 65

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 19, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove the 2021 Buick Envision Avenir FWD. To aid in fuel economy the Envision has the automatic stop/start feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop. Clean Fleet Report’s 2021 Buick Envision Avenir was loaded with pretty much everything you would want or expect for a cushy driving experience.

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Buick MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

This is saying something, as she has ridden in or driven many of the 800+ cars I have reviewed for Clean Fleet Report over the past 10 years. Case-in-point is the all-new GV60 EV, which followed its cousins, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 (2020), and the Kia EV6 ( 2021). Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all Genesis models.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 105

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Hyundai Kona 7,349. A disappointing compliance car, the Ford Focus EV, languished while plug-in hybrid versions of the midsize Fusion and small crossover C-Max sold relatively well, until Ford came up with a real plan. Kia/Hyundai/Genesis – Coming on Strong. Tesla Model 3 80,681. Chevrolet Bolt 22,799. Volkswagen ID4 10,685.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electric 104

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 22, 2021

Clean Fleet Report’s CX-9 Signature, painted in Snowflake White Pearl, had a color-keyed shark fin antenna and a power moonroof, with the dual, bright exhaust tips completing the graceful and attractive design. The torque at 310 pound-feet is the same regardless of the fuel grade. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

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Mazda MPG Fuel Economy SUV 52

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

A new midsize EV SUV Contender Clean Fleet Report was both intrigued and curious about an all-new car from an all new company from a country that is not known for building cars. The Driving Experience Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the 2023 VinFast VF 8 City Plus. Story by John Faulkner.

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San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 94

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

Clean Fleet Report’s BRZ was equipped with a 6-speed manual, while a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters is optional. If you opt for the automatic, the fuel economy is rated a bit better at 21/30/25. But let’s get real here, who will be buying the BRZ to squeeze miles from every tank of fuel? Not for regular use.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Miles 83

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Clean Fleet Report’s Stingray came with the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, which is the only transmission offered. The EPA rates the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray fuel economy at 15 city/27 highway/19 combined. In 387 miles driving through Southern California, Clean Fleet Report averaged 20.6 Road Manners.

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Chevrolet MPG Clean Cleaning 85