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Honda introduces all-new 2015 Fit at Detroit; more fuel efficient, with new 1.5L VTEC

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Paired to two new transmissions, a slick-shifting 6-speed manual or a sporty and fuel-efficient Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with available paddle shifters, the Fit powertrain is anticipated to have EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 33 mpg US city/41 highway/36 combined (7.1, Engines Fuel Efficiency'

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Honda begins 2015 Fit production at new plant in Mexico; plant designed exclusively for subcompacts

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Honda continued the expansion of its manufacturing operations in North America with the production start of the redesigned 2015 Honda Fit at a new, automobile plant of Honda de Mexico, S.A. The start-up of the Celaya Plant increases Honda’s annual automobile production capacity in North America to approximately 1.92 million units.

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EPA Grants California Vehicle GHG Regulations Waiver

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The US Environmental Agency (EPA) has granted California’s waiver request enabling the state to enforce its greenhouse gas emissions standards (Pavley I) for new motor vehicles, beginning with the current model year. California requested from EPA the waiver required for implementation of the Pavley regulations in December 2005.

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Obama Administration Opens Up Oil and Gas Development and Exploration in Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Arctic

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And the only way this transition will succeed is if it strengthens our economy in the short term and the long term. The Department of the Interior’s Minerals Management Service estimates that the Gulf of Mexico contains 36-41.5 To fail to recognize this reality would be a mistake. Energy Security Announcements.

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2023 was a tremendous year for both EVs and Plug In America!

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Working together, the EPA LDV emission and CAFE standards reduce demand for fossil fuels, save drivers money, and provide greater fuel security. Working together, the EPA LDV emission and CAFE standards reduce demand for fossil fuels, save drivers money, and provide greater fuel security.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Volkswagen Taos

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel economy is rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the AWD model returning 25/32/28. The 2022 Taos is roomy, has a quiet ride, plenty of power, and mid-thirties fuel economy. Michael: There’s no irony that the Taos is now taking up space at the Jetta production plant in Mexico.

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Road Test: 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L AWD

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Running on 87 octane, the EPA rates the HR-V AWD at 25 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. If opting for the front-wheel drive HR-V, the fuel economy numbers are 26/32/28. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific, and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer.

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