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NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Ecology, a transportation and logistics company in California, has switched its fleet of more than 600 trucks to run on Neste MY Renewable Diesel and is reporting cleaner fuel filters, fewer maintenance problems and reductions in tailpipe emissions. Neste MY Renewable Diesel reduced climate emissions by 8.3

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mpg (34 l/100km) on the industry-standard ADB duty cycle—110% better than conventional diesel buses on the road today and 30% better than the best-in-class electric hybrid buses available today, according to the final report on the project published by the US Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

The Mercedes-Benz 2014 E250 BlueTEC sedan, the first diesel E-Class to be available with 4MATIC, achieves an estimated EPA rating of 45 mpg US (5.2 l/100 km) on the highway and 28 mpg (8.4 When equipped with optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, its fuel mileage numbers are 42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km) highway and 27 mpg (8.7

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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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AUGUST 11, 2014

Mercedes-Benz will replace conventional aluminum pistons with a new generation of steel pistons in the V6 diesel engine of the E 350 BlueTEC in September. Mercedes-Benz has already announced the coming use of steel pistons in the OM 626 four-cylinder diesel produced by Renault and applied in the C-Class Estate. Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 24, 2011

NREL’s Fleet Test and Evaluation Team recently completed a year-long technology evaluation of gasoline hybrid electric (gHEV) FedEx Express delivery trucks compared with conventional diesel vehicles. On drive cycles representing routes with fewer stops and accelerations, the gHEV trucks demonstrated similar fuel economy to the diesels.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2014

The CLA Shooting Brake (length/width/height: 4630/1777/1435 mm) will initially be available with a choice of two diesel and three gasoline engines—all equipped as standard with the ECO start/stop function and Euro 6-compliant—as well as with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. l/100 km (60 mpg US), with emissions of 101 g CO 2 /km.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

A new analysis by the NGO Transport & Environment (T&E) concludes that diesel cars emit more CO 2 than equivalent cars on a full lifecycle basis—i.e., According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 According to the T&E analysis, an average diesel car produces emits 3.65 mpg US) and 7.1

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JULY 6, 2010

liters of diesel per 100 kilometers (35 mpg US) NEDC—corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 177 grams per kilometer—the new V6 diesel model is 11% more economical than its predecessor. The tank is replenished at the regular maintenance intervals every 25,000 kilometers (15,500 miles).

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JULY 29, 2014

l of diesel per 100 km (41.3 OM 622 diesel for front-wheel drive. The variety of diesel engines available in the new Vito is also unique in the model’s segment. Emission control comes via exhaust gas recirculation, a diesel particulate filter and an oxidation catalytic converter. t GVW) segment. t and 3.05

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

UPS’ first-generation diesel hybrid delivery vans improved the on-road fuel economy by 28.9% Both the Freightliner hybrid model and the conventional model use a Mercedes-Benz MBE 904 four-cylinder diesel engine. greater than the diesel van group’s 10.2 UPS van fuel economy comparison. Source: Lammert 2009. Eaton Corp.

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APRIL 8, 2009

When fitted to the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the E 250 BlueTEC offers fuel economy of 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100km) in city traffic and 39 mpg US (6.0 The tank volume is sufficient for the duration of a full service interval and is refilled as part of the regular maintenance schedule. Tags: Diesel.

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JULY 9, 2015

Though there are some exceptions to these positive results for some of the diesel versions of vehicles from a total-cost-of-ownership perspective, the overall direction of the results supports the idea that diesel vehicles are competitive within the U.S. Average diesel take rates. Belzowski 2015. Click to enlarge. Model year.

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Both the E-Class sedan and wagon offer a range of gasoline and diesel engines, all coming with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment. liter, four-cylinder diesel engine powering the E250 BlueTEC with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, available Fall 2013. New in the MY14 E-Class sedan is the 2.1-liter, city/highway).

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009

mpg and projected to rise modestly to 6.8 mpg by 2025 (EIA, 2009). per gallon of diesel fuel, and assumed that the annual mileage declines as the vehicle ages. Over a three year period and with a diesel fuel price of $2.50 million barrels per day. The net cost analysis assumed an average price of $2.50

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JANUARY 25, 2013

The app also enables users to connect with the plug-in diesel V60 Hybrid. New functions specific to the V60 D6 AWD Plug-in Diesel Hybrid incude: Passenger compartment preconditioning. Volvo Car has enhanced its mobile app, Volvo On Call, with a new design, extra features and added vehicle connectivity.

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MARCH 30, 2016

It was out of service for only 6 days, including 3 holidays, preventative maintenance checks summing to 1 day, and 2 days of quick maintenance to resolve minor issues. Average fuel economy was 15 MPGe over this testing period, 3.125-times more efficient than current KCM 40' diesel buses (4.8 x diesel) at normal loads.

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AUGUST 23, 2012

Satisfaction is measured based on eight key factors: engine reliability and dependability; engine warranty; acceleration when fully loaded; electronic control module; accessibility to components for service or maintenance; vibration at idle; maintaining speeds on grades; and average fuel economy. mpg in 2011. Overall Scores.

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MAY 20, 2011

The TwinAir is equipped a number of features usually found in higher engine classes, such as the electrohydraulic control of the Multiair inlet valves and an innovative timing chain that cuts engine running costs because it does not need any maintenance. litres/100km (54 mpg US) in the Fiat 500. BMW 2-Liter Twin-Turbo Diesel.

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APRIL 15, 2009

The Audi Q7 is available with six direct injection engines, two of them gasoline-powered and four diesel engines, including the world’s most powerful diesel SUV, the Audi Q7 V12 TDI. TDI clean diesel even consumes 0.2 TDI clean diesel has fuel consumption of 8.9 mpg US) to 9.9 The 176 kW (240 bhp) Q7 3.0

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JUNE 2, 2015

mpg US) (99 g/km CO 2 )—more efficient than any previous Golf with a gasoline engine. When it comes to fuel consumption, the new Golf TSI BlueMotion even beats the first diesel-powered Golf TDI BlueMotion (4.5 Until now, the Golf BlueMotion was only available in diesel (TDI) and natural gas (TGI) versions. l/100 km (54.7

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JULY 26, 2010

UPS has set a new automotive goal to improve the miles per gallon (MPG) performance of its entire US package delivery fleet by 20 percent between 2000 and 2020. The new goal builds on gains UPS already has made by increasing its US MPG 10% between 2000 and 2009 and applies to a US ground fleet of 60,000 vehicles. million gallons.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

By replacing its diesel buses, SporTran estimates that the new Proterra Catalyst buses will save more than $2.2 million on maintenance and fuel, over the lifetime of the five vehicles. Designed for efficiency and manufactured for durability, Proterra’s 40' Catalyst E2 series gets 22 MPGe, while conventional diesel buses average 3.86

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

The diesel combustion engine powers the hydraulic power drive unit, with power going to the primary pump and the oil cooler and lubrication pumps. As a vehicle fuel source, natural gas provides comparable amounts of power and acceleration to diesel, while producing lower levels of emissions and particulates, all at a significantly lower cost.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Ford is showcasing the latest Transit and Transit Custom line-up powered by the Ford EcoBlue diesel engine ( earlier post ) at 2016 IAA Hannover Commercial Vehicle Show. mpg US)—a 10 per cent reduction over the equivalent outgoing model. mpg US)—down 13% from the equivalent outgoing model. l/100 km (35.6

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JULY 4, 2011

million project includes a total of 202 natural gas vehicles available for lease or rent; three strategically located natural gas compliant maintenance shops in Rancho Dominguez, Orange, and Fontana; and two fueling stations. The trucks produce up to 27% less greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional diesel vehicles.

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APRIL 6, 2009

liter diesel with 81 kW (110 hp) and 260 Nm (192 lb-ft) of torque available from 2,000 to 2,300 rpm is fitted with a maintenance-free particulate filter and a six-speed manual transmission as standard. 115 hp), two diesels (1.7 Tags: Diesel Emissions Europe Fuel Efficiency. Opel has improved the efficiency of its 1.7

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Mercedes-Benz is introducing four new diesel and gasoline engines for its luxury S-Class, including the first four-cylinder engine in its almost 60-year history, the S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY diesel. liters per 100 kilometers (41 mpg US) NEDC, corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 149 grams per kilometer. Earlier post.).

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AUGUST 18, 2017

Currently, RDU shuttle buses transport on average 112,166 passengers and luggage per month between the airport’s two ParkRDU Economy lots and terminals with a diesel-powered fleet consisting of 14, 40-foot transit buses that are replaced every 7-10 years. 19/mile, is substantially lower than diesel, at $.84/mile.

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AUGUST 28, 2022

The current inflation definitely didn’t only affect the price of our groceries—as diesel and gas became more expensive, too. Last but not least, being on top of your regular car maintenance routine is vital for boosting fuel efficiency. The post 6 Easy Ways to Boost Car MPG first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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JUNE 27, 2017

Second, the quality of the product is intended to contibute to the rebuilding of the Volkswagen brand image in the wake of the diesel emissions débâcle. However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As 2018 Chevy Equinox diesel.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

The new BMW 5 Series Sedan is making its debut with one eight-cylinder and three six-cylinder gasoline engines as well as two six-cylinder diesels. 4-cylinder turbo diesel in the 520d. 4-cylinder diesel 520d. liter, four-cylinder diesel is up 5 kW from its predecessor to 135 kW/184 hp at an engine speed of 4,000 rpm.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2009

The 5 kWh L5 pack, built with A123Systems’ nanophosphate Li-ion batteries, supports fuel economy of up to 100 mpg for 30-40 miles within the electrically assisted driving range. Lower vehicle operating costs resulting from improved fuel economy and reduced engine maintenance requirements offset the slightly higher cost of biofuel.

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JULY 21, 2010

The California Air Resources Board (ARB) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have presented preliminary proposals aimed at closing compliance loopholes for medium- and heavy-duty diesel engines using SCR-based NO x emissions control systems for 2011 and later model years.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2017

19/mile, is substantially lower than diesel, at $.84/mile. Combining this with greatly improved vehicle efficiency, at 21 MPG equivalent, vs. 5 MPG for their current CNG buses and reduced vehicle maintenance costs will result in an estimated savings of about $4 million during the 12-year lifetime of these ten new Proterra buses.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

mpg) for cars and 203 gCO 2 /mi (43.7 mpg) for light trucks by 2025 (54.5 mpg light duty average, or 4.3 Proposing teams must achieve at least a 35% fuel economy improvement for gasoline-fueled vehicles and at least 50% fuel economy improvement for diesel-fueled vehicles while meeting future emissions standards.

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MAY 29, 2014

Lance Noel and Regina McCormack conducted a cost-benefit analysis of owning and operating a V2G-capable electric school bus, and compared its cost-effectiveness to a traditional diesel school bus. mpg, including the effects of idling on efficiency. The researchers concluded that annual V2G revenues could be approximately $15,000.

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