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MARCH 16, 2021

Preliminary data in EPA’s 2020 Automotive Trends Report shows average fuel economy for model year 2020 light-duty vehicles increased to 25.7 If this preliminary data holds, that will be a new record high for average new light-duty vehicle fuel economy. From 2005–2020 average fuel economy rose by 29%.

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MARCH 7, 2019

The latest edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual Automotive Trends Report finds that Model Year (MY) 2017 vehicle fuel economy was 24.9 Since MY 2004, fuel economy and CO 2 emissions have improved in eleven out of thirteen years. Estimated Real-World CO 2 and Fuel Economy.

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MAY 10, 2019

Fuels market analyst Tammy Klein notes that more than 40 countries are developing light-duty vehicle fuel economy standards. Ten years ago, only four governments 10 years ago had introduced mandatory GHG emission and/or fuel economy standards: China, Japan, South Korea, and the United States.

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OCTOBER 19, 2021

C2G emissions are a sum of WTW emissions and emissions associated with vehicle manufacturing. Using current technologies, all evaluated biofuel, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicle pathways offer significant C2G GHG emissions reduction compared to the current gasoline internal combustion engine vehicle.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 5, 2023

Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) requirements for recent model years, Reuters reported Friday. million paid by Stellantis for 2018 and 2019 model-year fuel economy shortfalls and $128.2 General Motors and Stellantis paid a combined $363 million in penalties for failing to meet U.S. The record amount includes $235.5

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JANUARY 16, 2018

EPA recently released the latest edition of its annual report Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions and Fuel Economy Trends. The report found that fuel economy for the US fleet continues to improve. Model year (MY) 2016 vehicle fuel economy was 24.7 mpg per year. Source: EPA.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

Moller - Maersk (Maersk) and Equinor signed an agreement securing supply of green methanol for Maersk’s new methanol-enabled feeder vessel ( earlier post ) during its initial months of operation from September 2023 and into the first half of 2024. The green methanol will be bunkered in Rotterdam.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2021

New cars and trucks are more efficient than ever before, but lax regulations mean they're still much less efficient than they should be, according to the EPA's annual report on emissions and fuel economy.

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

With alternative fuel vehicles now approaching 1% of new vehicle production, however, they are in fact beginning to have a “ measurable and meaningful impact ” on overall new vehicle fuel economy and CO 2 emissions. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.

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MAY 21, 2019

In 2018, 27% of new light-duty vehicles sold in the US had fuel economies of more than 30 miles per gallon (783 l/100 km), according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). By contrast, none of the light-duty vehicles produced in 1975 had fuel economy greater than 30 miles per gallon (mpg). In 1995, 4.4% In 2018, 2.4%

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AUGUST 10, 2017

New analysis commissioned by Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit organization working with investors and companies, suggests that national fuel economy and emissions standards can help increase the viability and international competitiveness of domestic automakers and suppliers. The analysis, “ What’s Driving the U.S

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

This action is based on the premise that federal law preempts state and local tailpipe greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards as well as zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandates. California’s ability to enforce its Low Emission Vehicle program and other clean air standards to address harmful smog-forming vehicle emissions—i.e.,

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JULY 3, 2019

CVVD optimizes both engine performance and fuel efficiency while reducing emissions. The valve control technology regulates the duration of valve opening and closing according to driving conditions, achieving a 4% boost in performance and a 5% improvement in fuel efficiency. The technology cuts emissions by 12%.

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JULY 31, 2018

Developed for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), BorgWarner’s innovative Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS) can improve fuel economy by up to 8.5% and reduce emissions significantly. —Joe Fadool, President and General Manager, BorgWarner Emissions & Thermal Systems.

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OCTOBER 5, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in September was 25.2 Fuel economy is down 0.6 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual U.S. l/100 km)—down 0.1

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JULY 18, 2022

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has released the results of a multiyear study evaluating exhaust emissions from the use of California Reformulated Gasoline (CaRFG) that contains 15 volume percent ethanol (E15). The study used two fuels—an E10 and E15. SULEV30, ULEV50, ULEV70, and ULEV125).

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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.

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APRIL 1, 2022

On Friday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finalized tougher fuel economy standards for vehicle fleets that will mean an adjusted, industry-wide average of about 49 mpg across new passenger vehicles and light trucks in 2026.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in October was 25.2 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—worsened to 0.82 l/100 km), down 0.1

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Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 186

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in August 2017 was 25.3 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—worsened to 0.83 l/100 km)—down 0.1

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NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Initially, the researchers have focused on the combustion of liquid fuel sprays found in engines, where the extreme pressures and temperatures create an environment that is optically challenging. However, this comes at the cost of higher particulate matter emissions. —Sandia researcher Scott Skeen.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 1, 2018

The fuel economy and emissions of their cars are a sensitive issue for these buyers, so the company could be particularly hard-hit following an. Subaru buyers care about the environment. They buy Subarus to get outdoors, and to spend time hiking, biking, skiing, and going to the beach.

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JULY 7, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in June was 25.1 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—improved to 0.84 l/100 km)—down 0.2

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Fuel Economy Economy MPG Fuel 186

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NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in October was 24.8 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—was 0.81 l/100 km)—down 0.4 in August 2016, down 0.01

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

In the shadow of the diesel scandal, and just before the official reveal of its first mass-market electric car next week, Volkswagen is facing yet another public reprimand: It’s being ordered by the EPA to revise its fuel economy estimates applying to about 98,000 vehicles.

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Green Car Reports

AUGUST 9, 2018

In response to an EPA proposal to freeze emissions and fuel economy standards, California said it will not honor federal vehicle certifications if the proposal goes through.

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APRIL 10, 2014

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have quantified the fuel economy effects of some common driver practices and vehicle accessories or alterations—including underinflated tires, open windows, and rooftop and hitch-mounted cargo. liter four-cylinder engine, also suffered as its fuel economy dipped 22% from 42.5

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in August was at a record high of 25.8 Vehicle fuel economy is up 5.7 This value indicates that the average new-vehicle driver produced 22% lower emissions in June than in October 2007. l/100 km)—up 0.2

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OCTOBER 6, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in September was 25.3 The average fuel economy for model year 2017 vehicles (sold October 2016 through September 2017) was 25.2 The value for September is up 5.2 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but still down 0.2

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

The average fuel-economy (window-sticker) value of new vehicles sold in the US in October was 24.8 Vehicle fuel economy is up 4.7 Vehicle fuel economy is up 4.7 Sales-weighted window sticker (adjusted) fuel economy. l/100km), up 0.2 mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring).

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JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 liter) and its emission control system (ECS) without a weight penalty. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 6, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in February was 25.1 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual U.S. The value for February is up 5.0 mpg from the peak of 25.5

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

The majority of the emissions and fuel savings from current vehicles, EPA noted, is due to new gasoline vehicle technologies. The final model year (MY) 2012 adjusted, real world CO 2 emissions rate is 376 g/mi—a 22 g/mi decrease (-5.5%) relative to MY 2011. MY 2012 adjusted fuel economy is 23.6 mpg, or 22%.

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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% L ge /100 km.

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MARCH 26, 2015

The Cummins team not only surpassed all fuel-economy targets, but also achieved criteria emissions lower than the stringent Tier 2/Bin 2 levels. liter engine with an aluminum block, head and oil pan, a magnesium valve cover and an engine-mounted emissions control system. Test cycle fuel economy (mpg).

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FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Ford Motor is investigating possible concerns in its emission testing procedures. Kim Pittel, group vice president, Sustainability, Environment & Safety Engineering, said that in September, employees raised a concern through regarding the analytical modeling that is part of Ford’s US fuel economy and emissions compliance process.

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AUGUST 8, 2017

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in July was 25.4 The University of Michigan Eco-Driving Index (EDI)—an index that estimates the average monthly emissions of greenhouse gases generated by an individual US driver—improved to 0.82 l/100 km)—up 0.3

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