Green Car Congress

AUGUST 15, 2017

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox offers an EPA-certified 39 mpg (6.03 GM expects that number to top the segment in highway fuel economy, with greater highway mileage than the 2017 Toyota RAV4 hybrid (30 mpg) and Nissan Rogue hybrid (35 mpg FWD). Tax, title, license and dealer fees extra. turbo-diesel engine. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Designed to promote the use of Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEV) and related clean vehicle technologies, the CVRP is a consumer incentive made available in addition to a $2,500 Federal Tax credit. While in EV Mode, the Prius Plug-in is rated by the EPA to drive up to 11 miles. The base MSRP for the Prius Plug-in Hybrid is $32,000.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2013

Initial sales of the 2014 Cadillac ELR extended range electric luxury coupe ( earlier post ) will begin in January in all major US metropolitan areas. The 2014 ELR has a starting price of $75,995, including a $995 destination charge but excluding tax, title, license and dealer fees. Official EPA estimates are not yet available.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 24, 2012

Ford is pricing the new C-MAX Energi—expected to offer 15 class-exclusive features, a 550-mile (885 km) total range and more than 20 miles (32 km) of electric-only range ( earlier post )—at $33,745. Its eligibility for a $3,750 federal tax credit drops that to $29,995.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 5, 2017

With an introductory lease price of $269 (plus tax) a month for 36 months, the lease terms include an allowance of 20,000 miles per year and 24/7 roadside assistance. The Clarity Electric has an EPA fuel economy rating of 126/103/114 MPGe (city/highway/combined)3 and an EPA range rating of 89 miles on a full charge.

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Oregon Honda California Tax Credit 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 1, 2016

Exceeding its initial program targets, the plug-in 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid ( earlier post ) has earned an electric-mode fuel economy rating of 84 miles-per-gallon-equivalent (MPGe) from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, the EPA gave the all-new minivan a rating of 10 in its Green Vehicle Guide.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 12, 2017

Honda announced an introductory lease price of $269 a month for 36 months (plus tax) for the 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan ( earlier post ), which is coming to select dealerships in California and Oregon August 2017. The lease terms include an attractive allowance of 20,000 miles per year and 24/7 roadside assistance. kWh battery pack.

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2017 Honda Tax Credit Tax 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Honda announced a competitive introductory lease price of $369 a month for 36 months (plus tax) for the Clarity Fuel Cell sedan, which is coming to dealerships in California by the end of 2016. The lease requires $2,499 plus first month’s payment at lease signing (not including tax, registration or official fees).

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2013

Among the transportation-related elements of US President Barack Obama’s new climate action plan, which he is outlining today in a speech at Georgetown University, is the development of new fuel economy standards for heavy-duty vehicles post-2018. The proposed solicitation will cover a broad range of advanced fossil energy projects.

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Obama Cleaner Climate Fuel Economy 249

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2015

The US MSRP of Volvo Cars’ new XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid ( earlier post ) entry-level Momentum model is $68,100, not including any tax credit incentives or $995 destination charge. seconds, with fuel economy according to the US driving cycle of 59 MPGe. The T8 can achieve 394 hp and 0-60 mph in 5.7

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

Depending on an individual’s tax situation, the Spark EV ( earlier post ) is eligible for federal tax credit up to $7,500. California and Maryland Spark EV owners may also qualify for a $2,500 California state rebate or $2,300 Maryland excise tax exemption.

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Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range Making the Case To Be Your Only Car Clean Fleet Report recently ventured on a 1,796-mile, four-state road trip in an all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended. The Mach-E has a 91 kilowatt-hour (kWh) extended range battery, and a 10.5

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Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 89

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

The Spark EV delivers an EPA-estimated combined city/highway 119 MPGe fuel economy equivalent and 82 miles of EPA-estimated combined city/highway range. Aero refinements, unique wheels and tires and active shutter system on the grille opening help extend the Spark EV’s range.

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Maryland Chevrolet Baltimore Tax Credit 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2011

turbo delivers an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 L/100km) on the highway with a six-speed manual transmission and city fuel economy of 29 mpg (8.1 The Accent is EPA rated at 30 mpg city and 40 on the highway). manual delivers fuel economy of 26 mpg city (9.0 The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic with the Ecotec 1.4L

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Plug in America

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Clean Vehicle Tax Credits Clean vehicle tax credits kicked into high gear in 2023. New federal EV tax credits were expanded and updated, and credits for used and commercial EVs became available for the first time in January. Join us as we recap highlights from 2023 and flag big things to expect in 2024.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2013

Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? Do they get state or federal tax breaks? In fact in 6 of the states, diesel fuel is penalized with additional state taxes. So diesel fuel gets taxed twice or penalized twice at the federal and state level.

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Diesel Audi Sale Fuel Economy 366

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. The A3 TDI offers 140 hp (103 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque; EPA-estimated fuel economy is 30/42 mpg US city/highway. L/100 km (50.0

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Baua Electric

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Some cities are also promoting the use of EVs for urban delivery trucks, which have shorter ranges and less noise and air pollution than diesel trucks. In 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed new standards to reduce GHG emissions from heavy-duty vehicles for model years 2027-2032, as part of its Clean Trucks Plan.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2013

The new EcoTec3 engines feature three advanced technologies—direct injection, cylinder deactivation and continuously variable valve timing (CVVT)—to make the most of power, torque and efficiency across a broad range of operating conditions. EPA fuel economy estimates will be released later.

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The RAV4 Hybrid boasts several advantages over the standard RAV4, including a smoother powertrain and better fuel economy. Now, Toyota is introducing a plug-in version of the RAV4, one that’s more powerful, more fuel efficient, and delivers impressive electric range. The SE trim starts around $38,100.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Ford’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle on the market offers EPA-rated 108 mpg equivalent city, 92 mpge highway and 100 mpge combined;the all-electric range is up to 21 miles. Starting MSRP is $29,995 (after a federal tax credit). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

The revised battery helps increase the vehicle’s range from an EPA-estimated total range of 83 miles to 125 miles on a single charge. Improved battery chemistry also helps improve the overall fuel economy of the 2017 e-Golf. Honda is leasing the Clarity for $269 (plus tax) per month. kWh, up from 24.2

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

4 electric SUV 1st Edition and Pro models officially have an EPA-estimated 250 miles of range on a single charge. The EPA-estimated fuel economy for city driving is 104 MPGe; highway driving is rated at 89 MPGe, and combined city/highway at 97 MPGe. 4 has estimated an annual fuel cost of $700. The 2021 ID.4

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Current fuel economy policy clearly demonstrates this fact. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to employ outdated mileage formulas (55 city 45 highway) that do not accurately represent consumers driving habits and dramatically tilts manufacturers into producing electric-vehicle solutions.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Part-time power The EPA has rated the RAV4 Prime at 42 miles of all-electric range (AER) and 40 mpg city/36 highway/38 combined. In addition the car has a 600-mile total driving range, combining a full gas tank and a fully charged battery. Fuel economy and range numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Sonata Plug-in Hybrid buyers are currently eligible for a $4,919 federal tax credit. Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of a larger electric motor. Real-time fuel range.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 15, 2009

First introduced in 1998, the Civic GX is the cleanest internal combustion vehicle certified by the EPA—90% cleaner than the average gasoline-powered car on the road today. As a result, the GX is certified by the EPA as an Inherently Low Emissions Vehicle (ILEV). 1—to maximize performance from natural gas fuel.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. There is no mystery to having a full charge and the 32 miles of all-electric driving range every morning when you get into the Pacifica.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2012

Recent US energy regulations proposed or enacted by the US Department of Energy (DOE), the US Department of Transportation (DOT, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have a negligible effect on reducing greenhouse gases. NHTSA CAFE and EPA greenhouse gas standards for vehicles. —Gayer and Viscusi.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VF 8 City The 2023 VF 8 Eco and Plus City Edition, the first models being sold in North America, offer this power and range. seconds: 0-60 mph 207-mile driving range ( EPA measurement) Plus City Edition Dual 150 kW motors producing 402 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 miles per hour maximum top speed 5.5

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2009

The Most Plausible Early Market consumers value fuel economy. The most frequent designs resulting from the game include higher charge-sustaining (CS) and charge-depleting (CD) blended operation—few valued all-electric range. Tax the fuel.” New car buyers are not like pioneers, advocates and experts, Kurani noted.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Clean Fleet Report perks up when we hear about a vehicle not known for getting good fuel economy being reimagined to be more efficient and easier on the environment at the same time. The system, with a total of 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, is EPA city and highway combined rated at 20 mpg with the gasoline engine only.

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Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 22, 2021

What impressed me most is that I used only 22 miles of range for the 32-mile trip. EPA Category. Range (EV miles; combined mpgXgas tank size; EV-only range+mpgXtank size). Tax credits/incentives (vary greatly based on location). News: More EVs Get Certified 200+ Ranges. While taking the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4

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Miles Tax Credit MPH Fleet 52

Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

Fuel consumption ( ECE ) 1 (L/100km). Estimated EPA MPGe. >59. 1 Given that US EPA fuel economy figures for the vehicles are not yet available, we are using the ECE fuel consumption figures from Europe as a means to provide a comparison across vehicles, and are providing the estimated EPA figure where available.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

Automobile manufacturers were given tax breaks to produce cars that ran on hydrous ethanol, and, by 1980, every automobile company in Brazil was following this lead. In February, 2009, the US EPA granted Renergie, Inc. US Environmental Protection Agency Grants Testing Waiver. Earlier GCC post.] Anhydrous Ethanol vs. Hydrous Ethanol.

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