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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid sales start in Europe; 157 mpg US

Green Car Congress

Audi’s first plug-in hybrid, the A3 Sportback e-tron ( earlier post ), is now available to order for customers in Europe. TFSI gasoline engine and an electric motor, giving the compact automobile a system output of 150 kW (204 hp). liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (157 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 35 grams per kilometer (56.3

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Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2019

Green Car Congress

Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2019. (My mpg for both years). million cars and light trucks sold in the United States in 2019 accounted for only 6.7% by Michael Sivak, Sivak Applied Research. vehicle fuel economy. total Btu).

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GM’s EV for China, Ford Ecosport, Volvo plug-in miles and mpg: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

GM has revealed a new electric car, but so far it’s only for China. Volvo’s plug-in hybrids get more miles and more mpg. This and more, today at Green Car Reports. A new study underscores the importance of workplace charging. And a major environmental organization jabs Ford over fuel economy.

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2024 Toyota Prius Prime

Electric Cars Report

The 2024 Prius Prime is the versatile plug-in hybrid, capable of handling most daily commutes, with a manufacturer-estimated all electric range of up to 44 miles. When the longer-haul calls, its fuel-efficient hybrid powertrain is ready to keep going with up to a manufacturer-estimated 52 MPG combined rating on the SE grade.

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Tech: How do Hybrid & Plug-in Hybrid Batteries Recharge? Do I Need to Plug a Hybrid In?

Clean Fleet Report

When the first gasoline-electric hybrids vehicles began arriving in 1999 and 2000, early adopters did their research and were quite knowledgeable about the then-new and revolutionary transportation mode. But the mass market was confused; these new cars had an additional battery to provide electricity to an electric motor.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. You had me at 46 MPG. 2 of 3 Niros can plug in.

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Full Review: The All-New 2023 Prius Prime

Electric Cars Report

The 2023 Prius Prime is the multitalented plug-in hybrid that’s made for life on the go. With a full charge, it can easily handle most daily commutes, with a manufacturer-estimated all electric range of up to 44 miles.

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