Energy, Gasoline-Electric, Light and MPG

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

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 7, 2021

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% of all registered cars and light trucks in 2019.). vehicle fuel economy.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2019 Economy Light

Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2017

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2017. mpg for both years). million cars and light trucks sold in the United States in 2017 accounted for only 6.9% of all registered cars and light trucks in 2017.). gallons per 100 miles to 5.09

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy 2017 Economy Light

Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. ECO mode: Improves hybrid system efficiency by limiting power in response to light to moderate accelerator pedal input.

MPG

MPG Hybrid Toyota Auto

EIA: fuel economy improvements bring diminishing returns in fuel savings

Green Car Congress

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

Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG

2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota is offering a new electric all-wheel drive system (AWD-e) on the facelifted 2019 Prius. Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales.

Prius

Prius 2019 All-Electric Nickel Metal Hydride

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Energy consumption by light-duty vehicles in the United States, AEO2013 and AEO2014, 1995-2040 (quadrillion Btu). LDV energy consumption declines in AEO2014 Reference case from 16.0 quadrillion Btu in 2012 to 12.1 quadrillion Btu in 2040, compared with 13.0 quadrillion Btu in 2040 in the AEO2013 Reference case. Source: EIA.

Oil

Oil Light Energy Vehicles

Japan Ministries propose light commercial vehicle fuel economy standards for 2022

Green Car Congress

APRIL 28, 2015

In a policy update, the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) reports that Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) have finalized new proposed fuel economy standards for light- and medium-duty commercial vehicles with gross vehicle weights less than 3.5

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Japan Economy Light

Mazda unveils CX-60 crossover in Europe; e-Skyactiv PHEV, 48V MHEVs

Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2022

liter in-line four-cylinder Skyactiv-G gasoline engine with a 100 kW electric motor and a 355V, 17.8 liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system. liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system. kWh battery pack.

Mazda

Mazda PHEV Europe Gasoline-Electric

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2014

In a new report ( Transportation Forecast: Global Fuel Consumption ), Navigant Research forecasts total road transportation energy consumption will grow from 81.1 The United States is currently the largest consumer of energy in the road transportation sector, with nearly 23.1 of total energy consumption by 2035.

Transportation

Transportation Global Fuel Alternative Fuels

Facelifted Mercedes-Benz B-Class with diesel, gasoline, natural gas and electric drives debuting at Paris show

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

to 47 mpg US); four gasoline engines at between 5.4 mpg US); alternative drive systems (B 200 Natural Gas Drive and B-Class Electric Drive); as well as optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive. B-Class gasoline models. B-Class Electric Drive. l/100 km (65.3 l/100 km (43.6 Price (€) (Germany). 31,088.75 [35,462.00].

Gasoline-Electric

Gasoline-Electric Gas-Electric Gasoline Gas

Toyota anticipates 2016 Prius at 52 mpg combined, 56 mpg with Eco grade

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fuel economy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. A new Eco grade model is expecting ratings of 58 MPG city / 53 MPG highway / 56 MPG combined thanks to lighter weight and further optimized aerodynamics.

Prius

Prius MPG 2016 Toyota

New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

Green Car Congress

APRIL 23, 2018

liter Dynamic Force ( earlier post ) four-cylinder Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) with 650V electric motor (A25A-FXS) and Continuously-Variable Transmission (CVT). Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) combined to 44 mpg (5.34

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy MPG 2019 Economy

Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Toyota anticipates that the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid—unveiled earlier this year at the New York International Auto Show ( earlier post ) and the eighth hybrid in Toyota’s line-up—will receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined (6.9, l/100 km, respectively) for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy MPG Toyota Hybrid

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Green Car Congress

MARCH 25, 2015

Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides electric power to the Hybrid system. engine with start/stop. An all-new direct-injection 1.8L An 80-cell, 1.5

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy Malibu Hybrid MPG Volt

Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid heading to select US showrooms

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Overview of the C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid. Ford began production of the 2013 C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid vehicle ( earlier post ) at Michigan Assembly in October, and the vehicles are heading for showrooms. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Earlier post.).

Plug-in

Plug-in Plug Ford Hybrid

Renault presents the 235 mpg EOLAB prototype; plug-in “Z.E. Hybrid”; targeting production

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. Hybrid” plug-in hybrid system—the last offering all-electric trips of up to 60 km (37 miles) at speeds of up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Background. Hybrid system. For the EOLAB prototype, the Z.E. Fed by a 6.7

Plug-in

Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 2.4% in 2011 while GDP rose

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 14, 2012

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported that after an increase in 2010 of 3.3%, energy-related carbon dioxide emissions in the US in 2011 decreased by 2.4% (136 million metric tons), while GDP grew by 1.8%. Energy-related carbon dioxide emissions have declined in the United States in four out of the last six years.

2011

2011 Emissions Energy CO2

Mercedes-Benz launches new S-Class with hybrid, diesel, gasoline models; 59 mpg PHEV model to come

Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2013

As one example of the last, the new S-Class is the first car in the world to completely dispense with conventional electric bulbs, making exclusive use of energy-saving LED technology both inside and outside. mpg US) (CO 2 : 115 g/km). mpg US)—a reduction of 20% compared to the preceding model. S 300 BlueTEC HYBRID.

MPG

MPG Mercedes Gasoline Diesel

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2014

They developed the LDV CO 2 glide paths using a modified version of the Sustainable Mobility Project (SMP) model developed by the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). 2015 ( 400 MPG by 2015) to overcome the inertia of the higher-emitting older vehicles in the fleet.

Light

Light Global CO2 Ford

ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2013

By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. Driven by increasing population, urbanization and rising living standards, the world will require some 35% more energy in 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s annual forecast report: Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040.

Oil-Sands

Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Sale

BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The BMW XM is equipped with a plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 gasoline engine and electric motor that delivers combined fuel consumption of 1.6 – 1.5 l/100 km [147 – 157 mpg US] in the WLTP cycle; combined electric power consumption of 30.1 – 28.9 kWh of usable energy.

BMW

BMW PHEV Oil-Sands Cars

Study suggests China urban passenger transport emissions could peak in 2030

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 9, 2019

A paper on their study appears in the journal Energy Policy. Therefore, it is more necessary to identify how to mitigate the potential growth of energy demand and emissions in the urban passenger transport sector in China. in Greater London, 65% in Hong Kong, and 61% in Tokyo in terms of share of public transport among auto mobility.

Transportation

Transportation Emissions China Taxi

Mitsubishi Motors to launch new Mirage global compact in Japan; 1.0L gasoline engine with 64 mpg US

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 1, 2012

km/liter (64 mpg US, 3.7 L/100km) on the JC08 cycle, making the Mirage the most fuel efficient registered gasoline car in Japan. mpg US, 4.3 The Mirage uses column-type electric power steering which also contributes to better fuel economy. This figure is more than 20% better than Japan’s 2015 Fuel Efficiency Standards.

Japan

Japan Mitsubishi MPG Gasoline

Toyota introduces next-generation B-segment hybrid with 112 mpg US; CNG hybrid and plug-in variants

Green Car Congress

MARCH 6, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the FT-Bh (Future Toyota B-segment Hybrid), a lightweight, next-generation small gasoline-electric hybrid concept car at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show. liter, two-cylinder Atkinson cycle gasoline engine, along with improved hybrid system efficiency. Click to enlarge.

Plug-in

Plug-in Hybrid Toyota MPG

ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 10, 2014

As the world population increases by the estimated 30% from 2010 to 2040, ExxonMobil sees global GDP rising by about 140%, but energy demand by only about 35% due to greater efficiency. Even as demand increases, the world will continue to become more efficient in its energy use, according to the 2015 Outlook for Energy: A View to 2040.

Energy

Energy Global 2010 Oil-Sands

Mercedes-Benz unveils V-Class concept plug-in hybrid MPV at Geneva; 78 mpg US

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2015

liters per 100 km (78 mpg US), corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 71 g/km. The MPV concept can travel up to 50 km in the all-electric mode if driven at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph). Energy for the electric motor is stored in a high-voltage lithium-ion battery with a total capacity of 13.5

Plug-in

Plug-in Mercedes Concept MPG

EIA AEO2015 projects elimination of net US energy imports in 2020-2030 timeframe; transportation energy consumption drops

Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

The Annual Energy Outlook 2015 (AEO2015) released today by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) projects that US energy imports and exports will come into balance—a first since the 1950s—because of continued oil and natural gas production growth and slow growth in energy demand.

2020

2020 Energy Transportation Oil Prices

ExxonMobil projects 25% energy demand increase between 2014-2040, 50% decline in carbon intensity; hybrids to be 40% of new car sales

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2016

Global energy demand will increase 25% between 2014 and 2040, driven by population growth and economic expansion, ExxonMobil forecasts in the 2016 edition of its annual The Outlook for Energy. Light-duty vehicle fleet by type - projections. Per capita income in those countries is likely to increase by 135%. Source: ExxonMobil.

2014

2014 Carbon Energy Fuel Economy

2015 Mitsubishi Mirage w/ 3-cylinder engine the most fuel efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in US; up to 40 mpg combined

Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2014

The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is currently the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in the US, with combined EPA rating of 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km), consisting of 37 mpg (6.36 l/100 km) city and 44 mpg (5.35 Fuel economy with the 5-speed is 37 mpg (6.36 l/100 km) combined/34 mpg (6.92 2015 Mirage ES.

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi MPG 2015 Gasoline

BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

liter BMW TwinPower Turbo engine and BMW eDrive technology plus intelligent energy management produces system output of 266 kW/362 hp (max. liters per 100 km / 94 mpg (US) along with an AWD driving experience with torque distribution geared towards optimized dynamics. The combination of a new 3-cylinder, 1.5-liter Click to enlarge.

BMW

BMW Plug-in 2014 MPG

Volkswagen introduces the Sport Coupé Concept GTE PHEV at Geneva; 118 mpg US

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2015

Equipped with a V6 TSI engine, two electric motors and externally chargeable 10.7 l/100 km (118 mpg US), or 46 g CO 2 /km. Volkswagen’s regular GTE models can be driven approximately 32 miles (52 km) in all-electric mode. Despite this dynamic performance, the concept car has an EC combined fuel consumption of 118 mpg US.

Concept

Concept MPG PHEV Plug-in

ExxonMobil: diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one global transportation fuel by 2020

Green Car Congress

MARCH 9, 2013

Diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one transportation fuel worldwide by 2020 and continue to increase its share through 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s recently published Outlook For Energy: A View To 2040. Sources for fuel economy gains in light-duty vehicles. l/100km) by 2040, compared to about 27 mpg US (8.7

Gasoline

Gasoline Transportation 2020 Diesel

EPAs GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles; Special Credits To Encourage PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs

Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2010

mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 mpg US (6.9 Included in this is a temporary program that will provide additional credit provisions as incentives for the development and sales of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), battery-electric vehicles (BEVs); and fuel-cell vehicles (FCVs). mpg US (EPA). Light trucks.

EPA

EPA Standards Light PHEV

Road Test: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

How Does 50+ MPG Sound? Be careful listening to self-anointed experts that owning a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is not a wise choice or viable option when buying a new car. Here is the truth: when owning a 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD PHEV, you will never buy gasoline for probably 90% of your regular driving.

PHEV

PHEV Toyota Gasoline-Electric Gasoline

BMW i8 customer demand exceeding planned production; improved fuel consumption

Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2014

liter/100 km (112 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. The related electricity consumption was measured at 11.9 l/100km (94 mpg US). In typical everyday commuting with the battery fully charged at the beginning, BMW says its i8 can return a fuel consumption below 5 liters/100 km (47 mpg US) around town. kWh per 100 km.

BMW

BMW Fuel Production MPG

Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. Having enough electric charge to last a 5-15 minute in silence in a traffic jam. The official fuel consumption is 5 l/100 km (47 mpg US) and that is bang on for us as well.

2004

2004 Prius Cheap 2009

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2014

Over the entire lifecycle of the C 180, the lifecycle analysis yields a primary energy consumption of 521 gigajoules (corresponding to the energy content of around 16,000 liters of gasoline); an environmental input of approx. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4

Mercedes

Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG

Setting New Standards for Clean Cars

Plug in America

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Improving vehicle technology and electric vehicles saves consumers money through reduced maintenance and fuel costs and improves air quality and public health. federal government has worked on two programs in particular: EPA’s Light Duty Vehicle Emissions (LDV) Standards and NHTSA’s Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards.

Standards

Standards Clean Cleaning Fuel Economy

New BMW 530e PHEV offers more range, optional intelligent all-wheel drive

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 3, 2019

The latest battery cell technology contributes to increasing the electric range of the BMW 530e Sedan plug-in hybrid model to between 61 and 66 kilometers. liters per 100 kilometers (147 mpg US) as well as by 41 to 36 grams per kilometer*. l/100 km (118 mpg US); combined power consumption: 15.4 – 15.0

BMW

BMW Range PHEV Plug-in

Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). A 37-mile range EV Electric and Gasoline Power The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter Two gasoline engines—a 1.5-liter

Escape

Escape PHEV Ford Gasoline-Electric

Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. You had me at 46 MPG. liter gasoline engine and a AC synchronous permanent magnet motor producing a total system 139 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque, mated to a smooth shifting 6-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). Adding electric miles. Wonderfully Efficient.

Kia

Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2013

hp electric motor integrated into the Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). EPA fuel economy ratings are 28 mpg/34 mpg/31 mpg (8.4, An Auto Start/Stop system shuts down the gasoline engine when the vehicle is stopped. The Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid combines a 2.0-liter A 100V, 13.5

Hybrid

Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Production Gasoline-Electric

PSA Peugeot Citroën and Bosch developing hydraulic hybrid powertrain for passenger cars; 30% reduction in fuel consumption in NEDC, up to 45% urban; B-segment application in 2016

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2013

Following the introduction of the Bosch electric axle-split hybrid in PSA Peugeot Citroën diesel vehicles ( earlier post ), the two companies are now planning to develop a hydraulic hybrid powertrain for passenger cars. This energy can then be used to drive the car. Click to enlarge. Certified fuel consumption stands at 2.9

Hybrid

Hybrid 2016 Gasoline-Electric Fuel

Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

liter gasoline powered, 4-cylinder engine combined with the twin electric motors. Gas plus two electric motors The hybrid system automatically switches between the pure electric drive mode, combined electric motor and gasoline engine, and gasoline-only engine power. Your numbers may differ.

Lexus

Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean

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

Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2017

Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

EIA: fuel economy improvements bring diminishing returns in fuel savings

2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

EIA: light duty vehicle energy consumption to drop 25% by 2040; increased oil production, vehicle efficiency reduce US oil and liquid imports

Japan Ministries propose light commercial vehicle fuel economy standards for 2022

Mazda unveils CX-60 crossover in Europe; e-Skyactiv PHEV, 48V MHEVs

Navigant forecasts global road transportation energy consumption to increase 25% by 2035; 84% from conventional fuels

Facelifted Mercedes-Benz B-Class with diesel, gasoline, natural gas and electric drives debuting at Paris show

Toyota anticipates 2016 Prius at 52 mpg combined, 56 mpg with Eco grade

New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

GM to introduce strong hybrid version of Malibu; combined fuel economy above 45 mpg; leverages Volt

Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid heading to select US showrooms

Renault presents the 235 mpg EOLAB prototype; plug-in “Z.E. Hybrid”; targeting production

EIA: US energy-related CO2 emissions down 2.4% in 2011 while GDP rose

Mercedes-Benz launches new S-Class with hybrid, diesel, gasoline models; 59 mpg PHEV model to come

Ford researchers: global light-duty CO2 regulatory targets broadly consistent with 450 ppm stabilization

ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

BMW M introduces its first high-performance car with electrified drive system: BMW XM PHEV

Study suggests China urban passenger transport emissions could peak in 2030

Mitsubishi Motors to launch new Mirage global compact in Japan; 1.0L gasoline engine with 64 mpg US

Toyota introduces next-generation B-segment hybrid with 112 mpg US; CNG hybrid and plug-in variants

ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

Mercedes-Benz unveils V-Class concept plug-in hybrid MPV at Geneva; 78 mpg US

EIA AEO2015 projects elimination of net US energy imports in 2020-2030 timeframe; transportation energy consumption drops

ExxonMobil projects 25% energy demand increase between 2014-2040, 50% decline in carbon intensity; hybrids to be 40% of new car sales

2015 Mitsubishi Mirage w/ 3-cylinder engine the most fuel efficient non-hybrid gasoline car in US; up to 40 mpg combined

BMW unveils production i8 plug-in hybrid; 94 mpg; on sale in US in 2014 priced from $135,925

Volkswagen introduces the Sport Coupé Concept GTE PHEV at Geneva; 118 mpg US

ExxonMobil: diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one global transportation fuel by 2020

EPAs GHG Standards for Light-Duty Vehicles; Special Credits To Encourage PHEVs, BEVs and FCVs

Road Test: 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE AWD PHEV

BMW i8 customer demand exceeding planned production; improved fuel consumption

Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

Full lifecycle CO2 of new Mercedes C-Class 10% less than outgoing model

Setting New Standards for Clean Cars

New BMW 530e PHEV offers more range, optional intelligent all-wheel drive

Road Test: Ford 2023 Escape PHEV

Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

Subaru introduces XV Crosstrek Hybrid, its first production hybrid

PSA Peugeot Citroën and Bosch developing hydraulic hybrid powertrain for passenger cars; 30% reduction in fuel consumption in NEDC, up to 45% urban; B-segment application in 2016

Road Test: 2023 Lexus UX 250h Premium FWD

Stay Connected