Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 27, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formally granted a California Air Resources Board (CARB) request for a waiver of preemption for its Advanced Clean Car (ACC) regulations. The updated ZEV, GHG, and LEVIII criteria emission standards regulations are covered under the ACC waiver. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2013

The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV ( earlier post ) now carries a combined city/highway EPA-estimated range of 82 miles when fully charged and an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent (28 kWh/100 miles), making it one of the most fuel-efficient EVs assessed by the EPA.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

In the US, Volkswagen’s updated 2017 e-Golf now carries an an EPA-estimated range of 125 miles—a 50% increase over the previous model year. kW on-board charger is now standard on both SE and SEL Premium trims, which enables the battery to be charged in less than six hours at a 240V charging station. kWh, up from from 24.2

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2012

A coalition of 11 states filed a lawsuit to compel the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) promptly to revise national air quality standards for air pollution involving soot. The EPA had failed to meet an October 2011 deadline for revising the existing standards. EPA last revised the standards in 2006.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 23, 2014

announced that the compact battery-electric 2015 e-Golf ( earlier post ) has been rated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 126 city, 105 highway, and 116 combined Miles per Gallon of Gasoline Equivalent (MPGe), and given a range of up to 83 miles. EPA ratings for select EVs. Volkswagen of America, Inc. 2015 e-Golf.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

4 EV earns an acceptable rating for the standard LED headlights, a good rating for the available premium LED projector headlights, and good ratings in the six crashworthiness evaluations. The Front Assist system—standard on all ID.4 The Front Assist system—standard on all ID.4 The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4

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Green Car Congress

JULY 6, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing regulations employing the “good neighbor” provision of the Clean Air Act to reduce interstate transport of upwind state emissions from power generation that contribute to air quality problems in downwind states. standards established in 2006 and the 1997 annual PM 2.5

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 12, 2012

The American Petroleum Institute (API) filed a lawsuit with the DC Circuit Court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) for what API called “unachievable” requirements for use of cellulosic biofuels in the 2012 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). EPA must set the requirement at a realistic volume but they have not.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Starting from $74,900, and with up to 305 miles of range according to EPA estimates, the 2023 EQE Sedan arrives in US dealerships in the fall. The Premium entry-level trim features standard equipmen including the MBUX infotainment system with 12.8" Fitted standard with a 90.6 OLED multimedia touchscreen portrait display and 12.3"

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Teslarati

JANUARY 31, 2024

4 Standard and S variants come with a three-year plan of 30-minute charging sessions at Electrify America DC fast chargers. 4 is assembled in Tennessee and has three variants: Standard/Pro, S, and S Plus. Volkswagen aims to strengthen its position in China The Standard ID.4 According to Volkswagen of America, its 2023 ID.4

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Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 10, 2018

EPA proposes new looser standards for coal plants. And Electrify America opens its first two 350-kilowatt DC fast chargers a few miles from the Tesla factory. As world leaders gather at a climate conference in Poland, the U.S. A VW executive says electric cars could spell the end of front-wheel drive.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2021

The EPA provides further information on how renewable energy certificates are used to account for renewable electrcity generation and use. 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

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Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2011

The National Wildlife Federation recently filed suit against the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in federal court in Washington, DC, charging that the EPA is failing to enforce laws that protect imperiled grasslands from destructive and unnecessary agricultural development related to the production of biofuels.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2014

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the already widely-discussed (albeit without much detail) “Clean Power Plan” proposal, which mandates a national average 30% cut in greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants from 2005 levels by 2030. EPA is only proposing goals for states with fossil fuel-fired power plants.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 24, 2021

kWh lithium-ion battery that supports an EPA-estimated range of 100 miles on a full charge. New electric G-Vectoring Control Plus (e-GVC Plus), standard on all MX-30 models, uses electric motor torque adjustments to control vehicle load and help provide natural and consistent handling. The front-wheel drive 80.9

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

With an 800-volt electrical architecture, the e-tron GT comes standard with the ability to charge at an industry-benchmark 270 kW using DC fast-chargers. Preliminary manufacturer’s estimated ranges based on approximation of EPA test cycles for a full charge are 238 miles for the e-tron GT and 232 miles for the RS e-tron GT.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. turning circle for easy maneuverability.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

When it arrives in late 2020, Mustang Mach-E will be available with standard (75.7 Equipped with an extended-range battery and rear-wheel drive, Mach-E has a targeted EPA-estimated range of at least 300 miles. of torque, with the standard all-wheel-drive variation targeting quicker times to 60 mph than the base Porsche Macan series.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2023

Coupled with advancements in cell technology and cell chemistry, the maximum DC charging power has also been increased from 150 kW to 170 kW, permitting recharging from 10 to 80% capacity in about 31 minutes. in the Q8 e-tron SUV and 0.27 in the Sportback model. The improved aerodynamics contribute to the improved efficiency and range.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 8, 2011

MMNA) said that its battery-electric Mitsubishi i has earned an EPA-rated 126 MPGe in city driving and 99 MPGe out on the highway (112 MPGe combined). EPA pegged the “real-world” driving range at 62 miles. EPA has rated the vehicle’s LA4 driving cycle range at 98 miles. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.,

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 31, 2024

4 is that owners get three years of unlimited free 30-minute DC fast-charging sessions with Electrify America. EA is the largest open DC fast-charging network, with over 900 stations and more than 4,000 chargers in North America. 4 Standard model that has a 62kWh battery and an EPA-estimated range of 209 miles.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun the process of reconsidering its decision denying California the waiver required to set standards controlling greenhouse gases from motor vehicles. The request was denied by then-EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson on 6 March 2008. EPA Administrator Lisa P.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

Example of results from EPA lifecycle analyses in the NPRM. The US Environmental Protection Agency released its expected Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) detailing the implementation of changes to the existing Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS1) as required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). Click to enlarge.

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The latest DOE data indicates that at the moment, there are only 9 public DC fast charging stations capable of serving Class 6-8 trucks in the US. Volvo, Daimler and their industry group, the Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) have lobbied to water down the EPA’s proposed emissions standards.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 8, 2016

SAE International will host the “ SAE 2017 Light Duty Emissions Control Symposium ,” 23-24 January 2017, at the Washington DC Convention Center. The symposium will provide attendees with the opportunity to experience presentations and share in discussions regarding emissions control of both diesel and gasoline light duty vehicles.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 24, 2024

Expect the EPA number to be a bit lower. The GLC 350e features both 11-kw AC charging and 60-kw DC fast charging, with the latter able to fully charge the pack in about 30 minutes, according to Mercedes. Notable standard features include a 12.3-inch inch digital instrument panel, 11.9-inch

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Baua Electric

APRIL 22, 2024

Land Rover Defender EV conversion by Protean The first completed Defender EV has a 75-kwh battery pack affording 153 miles of WLTP range—likely in the vicinity of just 110 to 125 miles if it were to be run in EPA-cycle tests.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

The 2011 Honda Insight hybrid, now on sale in the US, gains new standard features and the addition of a value-oriented entry model featuring an MSRP starting at $18,200. The new entry-level 2011 Insight. Click to enlarge. The five-door dedicated hybrid vehicle is powered by an Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system comprising a 1.3-liter

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 20, 2020

We designed every aspect of the Lucid Air and its platform in-house to be hyper-efficient, from the powertrain to the aerodynamics, and we’ve set several new benchmarks through these efforts including the longest range EV with an estimated EPA range of 517 miles. —Eric Bach, Vice President of Hardware Engineering, Lucid Motors.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

Compared to the average new gas-powered vehicle, the Spark EV can save drivers, on average, about $83 per month in fuel costs according to EPA assessments based on 24 mpg highway for an average vehicle and 12 cents per kWh of electricity cost. The Spark EV is compatible with the SAE combo charger for DC Fast Charging as an available option.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 8, 2024

Standard SUV and Sportback body styles are still available. Changes to battery cell chemistry have increased DC fast-charging power from 150 kw to 175 kw, allowing for 10% to 80% charging in about 28 minutes under normal conditions, according to Audi. All models use an 82-kwh battery pack with 77 kwh of usable capacity.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Featuring a new, state-of-the-art, modular liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery system, the Lightning Electric Transit Van 350HD can add 60 miles of range in 30 minutes of charge time when using DC fast charging with a standard SAE J1172 CCS-1 Combo charging port.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 7, 2024

Based on GM’s Ultium Platform (that powers Chevy, Cadillac, GMC, and Buick EVs), the Prologue features the “highest standard driving range rating in its class,” according to Honda. The 2024 Honda Prologue starts at $47,400 (excluding a $1,395 destination fee) with up to 296 miles EPA range.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 26, 2023

Tesla leasing is available in the following states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY. In its most base form, the vehicle still comes with Basic Autopilot as standard.

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MAY 2, 2023

Ford has boosted the range of the Standard Range battery models to a range of 250 miles for the Rear-Wheel-Drive powertrain, according to EPA estimates, while the e-All-Wheel-Drive (eAWD) will have 226 miles. Tesla used the same strategy with its Standard Range+ Model 3.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2017

The vehicle can be fully charged in just over three hours at 240 volts, and when using DC fast charging with the SAE Combined Charging System, it can achieve an 80% charge in just 30 minutes. The model has an EPA range rating of 89 miles on a full charge, and an EPA fuel economy rating of 126/103/114 MPGe (city/highway/combined).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

4 82kWh RWD 1st Edition models will have a range of 250 miles with a full charge on the EPA cycle. 4 can be charged with both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) fast-charging capability. At a DC fast-charging station, with 125 kW charging, the ID.4 natural voice control is standard in the ID.4.

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