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Prometheus CEO outlines tech advances that could make CO2-to-fuels renewable gasoline and jet price-competitive with fossil fuels

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JANUARY 30, 2020

In a commentary in the journal Joule , Rob McGinnis, founder and and CEO of Prometheus , a company that is developing technology to remove carbon dioxide from the air and turn it into fuels, discusses the technology advances that could lead to the potential price-competitiveness of renewable gasoline and jet with fossil fuels.

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Gasoline Renewable Fuel Price

DOE researchers investigate economic and environmental impacts of converting wet waste to renewable diesel

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JANUARY 3, 2022

Heavy-duty diesel vehicles using mixing controlled compression ignition (MCCI), the most common ignition and combustion strategies for heavy-duty diesel engines, contribute significantly to the emissions of GHG, oxides of nitrogen (NO x ), and particular matter (PM) and are subject to stringent emission standards. —Ou et al.

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Waste Diesel Renewable Convert

EIA expects record global petroleum consumption in 2024, with lower crude oil prices

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JANUARY 11, 2023

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects global consumption of liquid fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, to set new record highs in 2024. EIA forecasts that the European benchmark Brent crude oil price will average less than $80 per barrel in 2024, more than 20% lower than in 2022. per gallon in 2024.

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EIA: fuel economy improvements bring diminishing returns in fuel savings

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JULY 15, 2014

Improving fuel economy exhibits diminishing returns in fuel savings, according to a brief analysis by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Similarly, the fuel and cost savings of improving fuel economy from 12 mpg to 15 mpg are the same as increasing from 30 mpg to 60 mpg.

Fuel Economy

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DOE: all-electric vehicles have the lowest estimated average annual fuel cost of all light-duty vehicles

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NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The annual fuel costs for plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles, which can fuel with gasoline and electricity, are next lowest, and are heavily influenced by the electric range of the vehicle. Annual fuel cost estimates are based on combined city/highway fuel economy, 15,000 annual miles, and the following fuel prices: $2.55

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UMTRI study finds US diesel vehicles generally have lower total cost of ownership than gasoline vehicles

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JUNE 28, 2013

TCO for selected gas and diesel vehicles over a 3 year timeframe. Diesel vehicles generally saved owners between $2,000 to $6,000 in total ownership costs during a three to five year period when compared to similar gasoline vehicles, according to data compiled by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI).

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Cost Of Diesel Gasoline Vehicles

New report finds global CO2 vehicle emission reduction measures falter; dropping diesels, increasing SUVs

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MARCH 21, 2019

Vehicle fuel economy improvements have slowed globally, according to the latest report from the Global Fuel Economy Initiative (GFEI): Fuel Economy In Major Car Markets: Technology And Policy Drivers 2005-2017. Overall, global fuel economy has improved by an average of 1.7% in the past two years. L ge /100 km.

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Global Fuel Economy Diesel SUV

CMU study concludes diesel and hybrid vehicles can retain more value than PFI gasoline vehicles despite higher new car price

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JANUARY 28, 2011

A new Carnegie Mellon University study released at the Washington Auto Show finds that for passenger cars, aadvanced vehicles with higher fuel economy—i.e, turbocharged direct injection diesels or hybrids—retain more value than a paired conventional vehicle—i.e., But that’s only one element of the equation.

Gasoline

Gasoline Diesel Price Hybrid

UMTRI study finds diesel vehicles save owners thousands in total ownership costs compared to gasoline vehicles

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JULY 19, 2013

Drivers of diesel vehicles can save thousands of dollars in total ownership costs compared to similar gasoline vehicles, according to a University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) study. —UMTRI researcher Bruce Belzowski. Belzowski and UMTRI colleague Paul E.

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Gasoline Diesel Vehicles Fuel Economy

Beetle TDI diesel coupé priced from $23,295

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JUNE 12, 2012

is pricing the Beetle TDI Clean Diesel coupé starting at $23,295. liter turbocharged gasoline models, which launched in 2011. liter turbocharged, direct-injection Clean Diesel engine that produces 140 hp (104 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque. Three trims are available with the TDI Clean Diesel powertrain.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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NOVEMBER 26, 2020

Groupe Renault is creating the REFACTORY in Flins, the first European circular economy site dedicated to mobility. It will be based on a wide network of partners from all sectors and will revolve around 4 poles of activity, putting into practice the principles of the circular economy at each stage of the vehicle life cycle and mobility.

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President Biden calls on Congress, States for fuel tax holiday; increase in refinery capacity

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JUNE 23, 2022

President Biden called on Congress to suspend the federal gas tax for the next 90 days, through the busy summer driving season—18 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24 cents per gallon for diesel. The average price of US on-highway diesel was $5.718 per gallon, up $2.432 from a year ago.

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ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

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JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology. —Isenstadt and German (2017). Background.

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017

Gasoline consumption in California rose 2.4% during FY 2014-15; largest yearly increase in a decade

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FEBRUARY 7, 2016

The California State Board of Equalization (BOE) announced that gasoline consumption in the state rose 2.4% The rise in fuel consumption signals a strengthening California economy, with cheaper gas prices encouraging more vehicle travel. In FY 14-15, Californians consumed 14.921 billion gallons of gasoline, a 2.4%

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2014 Gasoline California Tax

California Gasoline Consumption Rose 0.6% in May; Diesel Declined 7%

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AUGUST 31, 2009

California gasoline consumption rose 0.6% in May, while diesel fuel declined 7%, according to the latest figures from the California Board of Equalization (BOE). May 2009 gasoline sold for use on California roads totaled 1,291 million gallons of gasoline. The average California gasoline price at the pump in May was $2.53

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Gasoline California Diesel 2009

EPA and DOE release annual Fuel Economy Guide with 2014 models

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DECEMBER 3, 2013

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) are releasing the 2014 Fuel Economy Guide, providing consumers with a resource to identify and choose the most fuel efficient and low greenhouse gas emitting vehicles that meet their needs.

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Fuel Economy 2014 EPA Economy

Pike Research forecasts clean diesels to represent more than 12% of global light-duty vehicle sales by 2018; outpacing hybrids in North America

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JUNE 20, 2012

Annual clean diesel ldv sales by region, world markets: 2012-2018. A new report from Pike Research finds that rising fuel prices and stronger fuel economy regulations will stimulate increasing demand for clean diesel vehicles in markets around the world, and forecasts sales of these vehicles will increase from 9.1

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North America 2018 Diesel Clean

Rhodium Group estimates US GHG emissions rose 1.3% in 2022

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JANUARY 11, 2023

Despite efforts to continue stimulating the US economy in the wake of the pandemic, high inflation put a damper on economic growth, which was exacerbated by a spike in oil prices as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Consequently, the US economy grew 1.9% in 2022, down from a 5.7% GDP increase in 2021.

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California Gasoline Demand Up 1% in 3rd Quarter, Diesel Down 10.6%

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DECEMBER 31, 2009

In the third quarter of 2009, gasoline consumption in California increased to 3.772 billion gallons of gasoline compared to 3.736 billion gallons the third quarter last year, according to figures released by the state Board of Equalization (BOE). Year-on-year quarterly gasoline consumption comparison. Source: BOE. per gallon.

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Gasoline California Diesel 2008

DOE and EPA release annual fuel economy guide with 2013 models

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DECEMBER 7, 2012

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) released the 2013 Fuel Economy Guide. This year, for the first time, EPA and DOE have added a second top ten list of most efficient vehicles—separating advanced technology vehicles from conventional gasoline and diesel vehicles.

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Fuel Economy 2013 EPA Economy

Chevrolet 2017 Cruze Diesel EPA-rated at 52 mpg highway, 37 mpg combined; Tier 3 Bin 125

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FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The 2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan ( earlier post ) fitted with the six-speed manual transmission offers an EPA-estimated highway mileage of 52 mpg (4.52 liters/100 km)—the highest highway fuel economy of any non-hybrid/non-EV in the US. The 2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan, due to go on sale this spring, features a new B20-capable Ecotec 1.6-liter

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MPG EPA 2017 Diesel

Harris AutoTECHCAST Study Finds US Vehicle Owners Currently Would Choose Lower-cost, Higher Fuel Economy Gasoline-Engined Vehicles Over Higher-Priced Alt Fuel Engines or Electric Vehicles

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MAY 29, 2010

According to Harris Interactive’s 2010 AutoTECHCAST study, conducted between 6-26 April 2010, there is currently greater demand among US vehicle owners for technologies that deliver improved fuel economy of existing gasoline-driven engines at a lower initial cost, rather than for higher-priced alternative-fueled engines.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Gasoline-Electric Engine Fuel

EIA expects US motor fuel consumption to increase this summer, but remain below 2019 levels

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APRIL 7, 2021

EIA also forecasts the Brent crude oil price will average $64 per barrel this summer, a 78% increase from last summer’s average of $36 per barrel. That price increase paired with an increase in gasoline and diesel demand will likely increase the cost of regular gasoline and diesel fuel this summer.

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2019 Fuel Coal 2020

UK to invest £200M in fleet of zero-emission heavy-duty trucks

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MAY 14, 2022

This could see hundreds more zero-emission HGVs rolled out across the nation and save the industry money, due to overall running costs of green vehicles being cheaper than gasoline and diesel equivalents. Our road freight industry is one of the most efficient in the world and contributes over £13 billion to the UK economy each year.

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Emissions Fleet Hydrogen Gasoline-Electric

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 1.7% in 2016; carbon intensity of economy down 3.1%; transportation emissions up

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

decline in energy intensity of the economy (Btu/GDP). Combining these two factors, the overall carbon intensity of the economy (CO 2 /GDP) declined by 3.1%. Transportation increase led by gasoline consumption. Motor gasoline accounted for 56.0% along with a 1.4% from the 2015 level. between 2015 and 2016.

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2016 CO2 Emissions Transportation

A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving — Part Three (2022 Update)

CleanTechnica EVs

AUGUST 19, 2022

Thanks to Covid-induced supply chain issues and Russia’s war with Ukraine, oil prices have surged to over $100/barrel at times. That and the dearth of refining capacity (converting crude oil to gasoline/diesel) has pushed the price of gasoline and diesel to record highs.

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Ukraine Parts Fuel Oil Prices

Canada publishing final new Clean Fuel Regulations

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JULY 5, 2022

The CFR set increasingly stringent requirements on producers and importers to reduce the carbon intensity of gasoline and diesel. million tonnes of greenhouse gas pollution in 2030, or roughly the amount of GHGs currently generated by the entire Canadian economy in two weeks. ethanol, bio-diesel).

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API: US petroleum demand down, gasoline demand up in March

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APRIL 20, 2012

in March compared with March 2011, gasoline deliveries were up 3%, according to the latest report from the American Petroleum Institute (API). This marked the second month in a row gasoline demand increased while total petroleum demand declined. rise in demand for ultra-low sulfur diesel used by trucks.

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Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

Audi announced pricing for the 2010 A3 TDI, its second US clean diesel offering launched this year. L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. Earlier post.)

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HS 250h Audi 2009 Clean

BNEF: Oil price plunge to have only moderate impact on low-carbon electricity development, but likely to slow EV growth

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DECEMBER 22, 2014

The collapse in world oil prices in the second half of 2014 will have only a moderate impact on the fast-developing low-carbon transition in the world electricity system, according to research firm Bloomberg New Energy Finance. However, the slump in the Brent crude price per barrel from $112.36 on 30 June to $61.60

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Audi survey finds more than half of US drivers would support government initiative to spur diesel vehicle sales

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NOVEMBER 17, 2013

A poll conducted online by Harris Interactive on behalf of Audi of America found that a majority of American drivers would support government initiatives aimed at spurring clean diesel vehicle sales in the US. But, we argue that diesel needs an even playing field set by state and federal governments. We need to level the playing field.

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Survey Finds US Hybrids and Diesels Beat Gasoline Models on Full Cost of Ownership

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JULY 9, 2009

An IntelliChoice.com survey finds that most 2009 US hybrid and clean diesel cars, trucks and SUVs deliver a lower total cost of ownership compared to gasoline versions of the same (or comparable) vehicles. The long-time knock against “green” cars, trucks and SUVs is that their sticker prices do not justify the gas savings.

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Cost Of Gasoline Diesel Hybrid

A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving – Part Two (2022 Update)

CleanTechnica EVs

JULY 19, 2022

Thanks to Covid-induced supply chain issues and Russia’s war with Ukraine, oil prices have jumped to over $100/barrel. That and the dearth of refining capacity (converting crude oil to gasoline/diesel) has pushed the price of gasoline and diesel to record highs.

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Ukraine Parts Fuel Oil Prices

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

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AUGUST 15, 2013

liter gasoline engines will extend from 115 kW (156 hp) in the GLA 200 to 155 kW (211 hp) in the GLA 250. liter diesel variants. liters of gasoline per 100 km (33 mpg US ) and 151 g CO 2 /km—all provisional figures. Pricing is still to be announced. Diesel Driver Assistance Systems Fuel Efficiency'

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A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving — Part One (2022 update)

CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 24, 2022

Thanks to Covid-induced supply chain issues and Russia’s war with Ukraine, oil prices have jumped to over $100/barrel. That and the dearth of refining capacity (converting crude oil to gasoline/diesel) has pushed the price of gasoline and diesel to record highs.

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Ukraine Parts Fuel Oil Prices

BNEF: net-zero road transport by 2050 still possible, but big push needed

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JUNE 2, 2022

According to BNEF, developed countries and multilateral institutions should include electric vehicle investments, incentives and charging infrastructure deployments in their international climate finance plans, making capital available to emerging economies that have credible plans to develop this sector.

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Transportation Emissions Fleet Economy

Ford introduces new Focus ST with diesel and EcoBoost options

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JUNE 30, 2014

The new Ford Focus ST (in the new dark gray paint option) is offering a choice of an EcoBoost or diesel engine. For the first time, the Focus ST it will be offered with the choice of an EcoBoost gasoline or a new version of Ford’s 2.0L TDCi diesel engine. The diesel Focus ST is the most fuel?efficient Click to enlarge.

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Diesel Ford MPH Engine

MIT study finds significant economic and environmental benefits from designing US LDVs to use higher octane gasoline (98 RON)

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MAY 29, 2014

In a companion study to an SAE paper presented in April ( earlier post ), researchers at MIT have quantified the net economic and CO 2 emissions benefit that could be obtained by utilizing 98 RON gasoline in light-duty vehicles, based on reasonable assumptions for possible refinery changes and the evolution of the LDV fleet. Click to enlarge.

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Gasoline MIT Design Emissions

Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

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JUNE 15, 2021

We use vehicles modeled in Autonomie to estimate vehicle costs and fuel economy along with fuel price projections from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), and focus on developing internally consistent estimates for other relevant cost parameters. LCOD across powertrains for light-duty SUV, MY2025. Burnham et al.

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Maintenance Cost Of Chad Plug-in

Study Concludes That Improving Truck Fuel Economy Would Create More Than 120K New US Jobs by 2030

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MAY 21, 2010

Strengthening the fuel economy of medium- and heavy-duty trucks could create as many as 124,000 jobs in the US by 2030, with all 50 states experiencing net job growth, according to a new report by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) and CALSTART. per gallon fuel price. per gallon fuel price.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Gasoline-Electric

IEA forecasts global oil demand to reach 101.6 mb/d in 2023; non-OECD countries lead expansion

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JUNE 18, 2022

While higher prices and a weaker economic outlook are moderating consumption increases, a resurgent China will drive gains next year, with growth accelerating from 1.8 In contrast to 2022 when the OECD led the expansion, non-OECD economies are set to account for nearly 80% of growth next year. mb/d in 2022 to 2.2 mb/d and 1.9

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Chevrolet debuts 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel for US and Canada

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FEBRUARY 7, 2013

2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel engine. Chevrolet is entering the US and Canadian diesel car markets this summer with a 2.0L turbo-diesel version of the Cruze. Assembled in Lordstown, Ohio, the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel has demonstrated an estimated 42 mpg (5.6 turbo-diesel engine is based on a proven 2.0L

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Chevrolet Diesel Clean Cleaning

2015 VW Golf SportWagen: Lease On TDI Better Than Gasoline Version

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MARCH 30, 2015

The diesel-engined 2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen TDI appears to have one other advantage over its gasoline-powered sibling--besides superior fuel economy, that is. It turns out that the lease deal offered so far for the diesel model of the new wagon is much better than the one for a comparable gasoline version.

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Gasoline 2015 Fuel Economy Diesel

Chevrolet introduces Colorado Duramax Diesel midsize pickup

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JULY 28, 2015

Chevrolet has introduced the diesel version ( earlier post ) of its 2016 Colorado midsize pickup truck. Duramax turbo-diesel, the Colorado’s maximum trailering capacity rises to 7,700 pounds (3,492 kg) on 2WD models, with estimated fuel economy projected by GM to top the already segment-leading efficiency of the gas models (27 mpg (8.7

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Colorado Chevrolet Diesel Exhaust

Prometheus CEO outlines tech advances that could make CO2-to-fuels renewable gasoline and jet price-competitive with fossil fuels

DOE researchers investigate economic and environmental impacts of converting wet waste to renewable diesel

EIA expects record global petroleum consumption in 2024, with lower crude oil prices

EIA: fuel economy improvements bring diminishing returns in fuel savings

DOE: all-electric vehicles have the lowest estimated average annual fuel cost of all light-duty vehicles

UMTRI study finds US diesel vehicles generally have lower total cost of ownership than gasoline vehicles

New report finds global CO2 vehicle emission reduction measures falter; dropping diesels, increasing SUVs

CMU study concludes diesel and hybrid vehicles can retain more value than PFI gasoline vehicles despite higher new car price

UMTRI study finds diesel vehicles save owners thousands in total ownership costs compared to gasoline vehicles

Beetle TDI diesel coupé priced from $23,295

Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

President Biden calls on Congress, States for fuel tax holiday; increase in refinery capacity

ICCT working paper highlights benefits of current and emerging light-duty diesel technology; “promising pathway for compliance”

Gasoline consumption in California rose 2.4% during FY 2014-15; largest yearly increase in a decade

California Gasoline Consumption Rose 0.6% in May; Diesel Declined 7%

EPA and DOE release annual Fuel Economy Guide with 2014 models

Pike Research forecasts clean diesels to represent more than 12% of global light-duty vehicle sales by 2018; outpacing hybrids in North America

Rhodium Group estimates US GHG emissions rose 1.3% in 2022

California Gasoline Demand Up 1% in 3rd Quarter, Diesel Down 10.6%

DOE and EPA release annual fuel economy guide with 2013 models

Chevrolet 2017 Cruze Diesel EPA-rated at 52 mpg highway, 37 mpg combined; Tier 3 Bin 125

Harris AutoTECHCAST Study Finds US Vehicle Owners Currently Would Choose Lower-cost, Higher Fuel Economy Gasoline-Engined Vehicles Over Higher-Priced Alt Fuel Engines or Electric Vehicles

EIA expects US motor fuel consumption to increase this summer, but remain below 2019 levels

UK to invest £200M in fleet of zero-emission heavy-duty trucks

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 1.7% in 2016; carbon intensity of economy down 3.1%; transportation emissions up

A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving — Part Three (2022 Update)

Canada publishing final new Clean Fuel Regulations

API: US petroleum demand down, gasoline demand up in March

Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

BNEF: Oil price plunge to have only moderate impact on low-carbon electricity development, but likely to slow EV growth

Audi survey finds more than half of US drivers would support government initiative to spur diesel vehicle sales

Survey Finds US Hybrids and Diesels Beat Gasoline Models on Full Cost of Ownership

A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving – Part Two (2022 Update)

Mercedes-Benz previews new GLA compact SUV; fuel economy as high as 54.7 mpg in diesel version

A Guide To Fuel Efficient Driving — Part One (2022 update)

BNEF: net-zero road transport by 2050 still possible, but big push needed

Ford introduces new Focus ST with diesel and EcoBoost options

MIT study finds significant economic and environmental benefits from designing US LDVs to use higher octane gasoline (98 RON)

Argonne study finds BEVs can have lowest scheduled maintenance costs, but highest cost of driving

Study Concludes That Improving Truck Fuel Economy Would Create More Than 120K New US Jobs by 2030

IEA forecasts global oil demand to reach 101.6 mb/d in 2023; non-OECD countries lead expansion

Chevrolet debuts 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel for US and Canada

2015 VW Golf SportWagen: Lease On TDI Better Than Gasoline Version

Chevrolet introduces Colorado Duramax Diesel midsize pickup

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