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ICCT calculates consumer benefits of increased efficiency in 2025-2030 light-duty vehicles in the US

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A new report from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates Consumer benefits of increased efficiency in 2025-2030 light-duty vehicles in the US. Those who finance their vehicles will see a net positive cash flow—again, specific to the additional cost of technology—starting immediately.

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FCA US reaches settlements on diesel emissions at estimated cost of $800M

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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. The software reflash does not affect average fuel economy, drivability, durability or refinement of the vehicles. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) performed enhanced screening on diesel vehicles sold by all manufacturers.

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EPA’s FY 2013 budget proposal includes $576M for research, $10M boost to support fuel economy and GHG programs

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The Obama Administration’s proposed FY 2013 budget of $8.344 billion for the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is $105 million below the EPA’s enacted level for FY 2012. This will allow the SRFs to finance over $6 billion in wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects annually.

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EPA delays issuing 2014 RVO standards for RFS until sometime in 2015

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will not finalize the 2014 applicable percentage standards (the 2014 Renewable Volume Obligations, RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program until sometime next year. Accordingly, in the November 2013 notice, EPA proposed a total renewable fuel target of 15.21

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DOE to Fund Up to $240M for Class 8 Supertruck and Advanced Technology Light-Duty Powertrains

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Measured fuel economy improvements cannot factor in a hybrid system. Projects under this funding opportunity ( DE-FOA-0000079 ) will be financed, in whole or in part, with funds appropriated by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Area 2: Advanced Technology Powertrains for Light-Duty Vehicles.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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For 2021, Toyota has fully rebooted the Mirai, originally offered in 2016, as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) with striking design, cutting-edge technology, more engaging driving performance and a significantly longer EPA-estimated range rating. Luxury Car Chassis.

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Road Test: 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage SE Hatchback

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The front wheels are turned by the optional Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) delivering an EPA mpg rating of 36 city/43 highway/39 combined. A five-speed manual is standard on the ES base model (but unavailable on the SE which we tested) with a small reduction in fuel economy to 33/41/36. Your numbers may differ.