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Chevy 2015 City Express cargo van rated at 25 mpg combined

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As point of comparison, Ford offers two engine options in its Transit Connect small van: a 1.6L In the 2014 Transit Connect, the 1.6L The new addition to Chevrolet’s stable of fleet vehicles will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter, offering 122.7 The vehicle’s 2.0L EcoBoost and a 2.5L feet (11.2

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Ram introduces Doblò-based 2015 Ram ProMaster City van

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As a comparison, the 2015 Ford Transit Connect small van, when equipped with the 1.6-liter The Transit equipped with the 2.5L As a subjective aside, the short-wheelbase Transit Connect with the EcoBoost is a blast to drive; we’re assuming the same can hold true for the comparable ProMaster City.).

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Ford Exec Cites US Energy Policies As Critical Factor in Shaping Future Vehicle Fleet, Calls for Cap-and-Trade Program

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By comparison, meeting Japan’s standards for 2004-2015 requires a 1.9% They include a battery-electric Transit Connect commercial van in 2010, a battery-electric Ford Focus passenger car in 201l, and the next-generation hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicle in 2012. annual increase in average fuel economy through 2016.

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Profile: Li-ion Battery and Pack Supplier Valence Technology

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Although the battery systems is not inexpensive, Donaghy says “ For a commercial fleet operator they can see the benefit because they will be operating their vehicles for 14 years or more. After four years they’ll be cost neutral; these guys understand the cost of their fleets down to the pence per mile. ”. Click to enlarge.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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All comparisons are by volume. Retail sales were down 9% while fleet sales declined 47%. The first new 2010 Ford Taurus sedans were delivered at the end of July, as well as the first Transit Connects. to 997,824 units, according to summary figures from AutoData. Passenger car sales dropped 10.6% to 443, 297 units.