article thumbnail

Ford C-MAX Hybrid EPA-rated at 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway; plug-in Energi version offers 85 mph top electric speed

Green Car Congress

C-MAX Hybrid, however, returns the same fuel economy whether driving cross-country or across the city—resulting mostly from a growing list of Ford innovations that have helped the vehicle to deliver metrics such as a top speed of up to 62 mph (100 km/h) in EV mode.

MPG 312
article thumbnail

NOAA predicts a near-normal 2012 Atlantic and Eastern Pacific hurricane season, below-normal in Central Pacific

Green Car Congress

Another potentially competing climate factor would be El Niño if it develops by late summer to early fall. lead seasonal hurricane forecaster at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. —Gerry Bell, Ph.D.,

2012 368
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

2021 Toyota Mirai arrives in US dealerships in December

Green Car Congress

The XLE grade includes dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, manual rear seat sunshades and power-folding mirrors with puddle lights. DRCC also includes a new feature that allows for smoother overtaking of slower vehicles.

Toyota 429
article thumbnail

Audi introduces new CNG A3 Sportback

Green Car Congress

Operation with natural gas or biomethane makes the compact model economical and more climate-friendly with low emissions. With this fuel, driving is nearly climate-neutral. Audi is adding a new member to its A3 family: the A3 Sportback 30 g-tron natural gas vehicle. Audi first introduced an A3 Sportback g-tron in 2014.

Audi 504
article thumbnail

BMW introduces iX3 electric SUV; destined for China and Europe

Green Car Congress

The pump is distinguished by extremely high efficiency; it uses between 40-80% less energy than conventional electric heating (depending on the outside temperature), while providing an equally comfortable on-board climate. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h [62 mph] is 6.8 seconds (for purposes of comparison – BMW X3 30i: 6.4

BMW 443
article thumbnail

Audi of America and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with e-tron or e-tron Sportback lease or purchase

Green Car Congress

Audi was among the first automotive manufacturers to publicly support and align its actions with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. Both models come with standard dual-motor power, providing up to 402 horsepower and 490 lb-ft (664 N·m) of torque in boost mode, allowing them 0-60 mph acceleration of 5.5

Audi 397
article thumbnail

Ford tweaking calibrations to boost on-road fuel economy for MY2013 hybrids

Green Car Congress

Calibration updates to Ford hybrid vehicles include control system enhancements for a variety of driving conditions on the highway, during short trips and while using the climate control system. Enhancements include: Increasing the maximum pure electric speed to 85 mph from 62 mph, allowing increased use of electric-only mode on the highway.