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FEBRUARY 15, 2015

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) has published a new paper reviewing and summarizing data on commercial vehicle sales and real-world fuel consumption for heavy-duty tractor-trailers in the three key markets of the US, China and Europe, which together account for more than 70% of HDV sales worldwide.

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AUGUST 1, 2012

With AS&G (Auto Stop & Go, i.e., a stop-start system) and other technologies applied, the M and G trim levels achieve fuel economy of 27.2 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 km/liter (54.6

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Japan Mitsubishi MPG Gasoline 287

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

Responding to growing customer demand in Europe for small cars with low running costs and low emissions, Kia is introducing a bi-fuel gasoline-LPG model to its Picanto small car range. The new variant, introduced at the Frankfurt show, will record fuel economy in LPG mode of 5.8 l/100 km (42 mpg US ) and 97 g/km.

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AUGUST 12, 2015

The Jeep Cherokee in Europe is adding a new 2.2-liter liter MultiJet II diesel engine, available with 185 hp (138 kW) and 200 hp (149 kW) outputs, and offering a significantly wider spread of torque from low rpm, greater power, improved performance and better fuel economy than the out-going two-liter 170 hp automatic engine.

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Jeep Diesel Europe MPG 150

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FEBRUARY 8, 2018

liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with direct injection with Auto Start-Stop as standard equipment, or the new 1.5-liter EcoBlue diesel to deliver an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of at least 30 mpg (7.8 liter EcoBlue diesel engine fuel economy estimates are expected in early 2019.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2012

Ford has launched the new Transit Custom ECOnetic, a 1-tonne van that achieves fuel consumption from 6.0 Without the optional speed limiter, the model delivers fuel economy from 6.2 l/100km (38 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 163 g/km. Without the optional speed limiter, the model delivers fuel economy from 6.2

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APRIL 5, 2012

Source: “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications”. The report, “Fuel Economy Focus: Perspectives on 2020 Industry Implications,” evaluates the impact that meeting the proposed fuel economy/GHG standards would have on the car industry in the year 2020. Click to enlarge.

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JULY 7, 2015

Honda has set a new Guinness World Records title for “Lowest fuel consumption – all 24 contiguous EU countries (all cars)”, recording an average 83 mpg US (2.82 The car achieved an average 932 miles (1,500 km) on each tank of fuel, at a total fuel cost for the whole journey of just £459 (US$716). Earlier post.)

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Honda MPG Miles Diesel 150

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JANUARY 28, 2014

The new Polo TDI BlueMotion takes the efficiency lead with combined fuel consumption of 3.2 mpg US ), or 82 g/km CO 2. mpg US ) and 94 g/km CO 2. All gasoline engines for Europe were converted to new three- and four-cylinder versions. mpg US ) and 128 g/km CO 2 to 4.6 mpg US ) and 106 g/km CO 2.

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MARCH 4, 2010

The use of a supercritical fuel charge enables very fast and complete combustion with minimized thermal losses. The chart shows heat release from a standard diesel combustion cycle (solid black line), overlaid with the heat release from a TSCi cycle (dashed blue line). As a comparison, the 2010 Prius delivers 51 mpg US (4.6

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AUGUST 27, 2013

Through this testing period, performed under a range of temperatures and under abusive electrical and environmental conditions, Tianjin Automotive Test Center found NiZn batteries met or exceeded all safety, product performance, mechanical integrity and storage standards. l/100 km) by 2015, and 47 mpg (5.0 l/100 km)by 2020.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

The large SUV will be offered in Europe with a choice of 180PS 2.0-liter mpg US (5.8 l/100 km) fuel efficiency and 149g/km CO 2 supported by Auto-Start-Stop technology. The upscale Edge will join the Ford Kuga medium-sized SUV and EcoSport compact SUV to meet the demands of growing numbers of SUV customers in Europe.

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Ford MPG Diesel Fuel 150

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MARCH 9, 2010

Developed by Ford engineers based in Europe, the 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines combine high-pressure direct injection, advanced turbocharging and twin variable valve timing to maximize combustion efficiency. New higher-pressure common-rail fuel injection systems with advanced multi-hole injectors. Earlier post.). TDCi diesel.

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Europe Ford Fuel Economy 2010 210

Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2011

The new diesel ECOnetic, which will go on sale early next year, leverages a number of advanced technologies that Ford expects will make it more fuel efficient than any other compact vehicle on the road today in Europe, including conventional diesel-, gasoline- and hybrid-powered vehicles. Focus ECOnetic is expected to use less than 3.5

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Diesel MPG Ford Motor 278

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JUNE 15, 2010

The new 115 PS engine has a combined fuel economy of 28 mpg (8.4 L/100km) (manual transmission); the version with automatic transmission attains a value of 26 mpg (9.1 Combined cycle fuel economy is estimated to be 34 mpg. l/100 km (44 mpg US) (equivalent to 123 g/km CO 2 ) on the NEDC.

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North America New York Gasoline America 170

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DECEMBER 17, 2009

Essential to quick warm up and start of the catalyst to meet Euro 5 emissions standards, BorgWarner BERU Systems glow plugs deliver instant, clean cold starts with lower emissions. BorgWarner’s engine and drivetrain technologies are designed to reduce emissions, increase fuel economy and improve performance. mpg US (6.5

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AUGUST 20, 2011

Ford is offering two additional, more fuel efficient, powertrain options for the Focus in Europe: the Ford PowerShift automatic with dual dry-clutch technology, and the Flexifuel derivative capable of utilizing E85 fuel. with PowerShift has cut CO 2 emissions by 19% to 149g/km, and now achieves an average fuel consumption of 6.4

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NOVEMBER 29, 2009

I-4 turbo with variable valve timing that delivers up to an estimated 40 mpg (EPA ratings pending) on the highway with a high-efficiency model. GM has already introduced the Cruze in Europe and Asia. Electric power steering is standard. Standard on LS models is an Ecotec 1.8L fuel economy. turbo and 1.8L

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Chevrolet GM MPG Auto 210

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The all-new Honda Jazz features efficient and responsive performance delivered by e:HEV hybrid technology as standard. The car will be available across Europe in summer 2020, with prices starting in Germany from €22,000 for the Jazz and €26,250 for the Crosstar variant. 100km (49 mpg US) (WLTP) on the Crosstar.

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MARCH 18, 2011

liter 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine delivering 90 hp (67 kW), with fuel economy of 5 L/100km (47 mpg US). Emissions from the Brio meets Euro 4 emission standards. The starting price will be 399,900 baht (US$13,300), with an annual sales plan of 40,000 units. Click to enlarge. The BRIO is equipped with Honda’s 1.2-liter

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

At the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford of Europe introduced the new 2010 Focus ECOnetic. When equipped with a new optional Ford Auto-Start-Stop system that was previewed on the Ford iosis MAX Concept at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, the 2010 Focus ECOnetic is targeting average combined cycle fuel consumption of 3.8L/100km

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JULY 14, 2014

Volkswagen is endowing its the new version of its Scirocco sports coupé with a range of six new gasoline (TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines delivering more power and better fuel economy. mpg US) with the 92 kW 1.4 l/100 km (56 mpg US) with the 110 kW 2.0 With its entry-level engines, the Scirocco consumes 5.4 l/100 km (43.6

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Engine Power Powered Range 210

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JULY 29, 2014

Among the variants is the Vito 116 CDI BlueEfficiency, offering fuel consumption of 5.7 The engine meets the requirements of the Euro 5b+ emissions standard as they currently stand. It is already ready for the future Euro 6 emissions standard. The Vito with BlueEfficiency package is especially fuel efficient.

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Mercedes MPG Diesel Standards 246

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MARCH 3, 2009

GM Europe staged the world premieres of the Opel Ampera, the European cousin of the Chevrolet Volt, and the Chevrolet Spark mini-car, at the Geneva Motor Show. The Ampera goes on sale in Europe in 2011, the Spark in early 2010. Recharging uses a standard 230V outlet. The Opel Ampera. Click to enlarge. Opel Ampera. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 19, 2011

In markets such as Asia, Australia, Europe and New Zealand, the new Beetle will be offered exclusively with charged engines. TSI turbocharged gasoline models, while a 6-speed manual will come standard. It meets all US emission limits and offers manufacturer estimates of 40 mpg highway, 29 mpg city, and 33 mpg combined.

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Gasoline Diesel Engine MPG 218

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FEBRUARY 24, 2014

million in Europe. In Europe, where it is already on five nameplates, the 1.0-liter liter in Europe has prompted Ford to double production capacity at its plant in Cologne, Germany, to more than 1,000 engines a day. Ford EcoBoost engines can deliver significantly better fuel economy than larger-displacement gasoline engines.

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Ford 2015 Engine Fuel Economy 231

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APRIL 23, 2019

With the exception of GPS information, all measurements, including fuel consumption, were obtained directly from the standard Toyota sensors and on- board computer systems. Other key findings of the study: An average fuel consumption of 4.92 mpg US) was recorded for the overall trip distribution. liters per 100 km (47.76

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Prius Ireland Universal Emissions 191

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JANUARY 13, 2012

The 2012 XC60 carries an EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg US (11.8 By contrast, the XC60 concept plug-in would offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating in continuous driving in hybrid mode of 50 mpg US (4.7 L/100km) combined (for the all-wheel drive models) using a 6-cylinder engine.

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Downsizing Volvo Engine Hybrid 240

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JANUARY 9, 2012

liter EcoBoost is expected to deliver non-hybrid fuel efficiency of 26 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway. liter unit while maintaining performance standards. This powertrain is anticipated to deliver best-in-class fuel economy of 47 mpg (5.0L/100km) Fusion Hybrid also features an all-new 2.0-liter

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FEBRUARY 21, 2010

seconds, as well as meeting the Euro 5 emissions standards. The Ford Mondeo now benefits from improved fuel economy and lower emissions combined with stronger performance from a new high efficiency Ford EcoBoost gasoline-injection turbocharged engine and upgraded Ford Duratorq TDCi diesel engine. L/100km (42 mpg US).

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JULY 1, 2010

The new Sharan, which is larger than its predecessor, will offer a choice of two direct injection TSI gasoline and two TDI diesel engines that are up to 21% more fuel-efficient than the comparable engines of the outgoing model. 100km (43 mpg US), equivalent to 143 g/km CO 2. Combined fuel consumption is 5.71 L/100km (29 mpg US).

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JULY 26, 2010

I4 EcoBoost ( earlier post )—the new Explorer offers up to a 30% improvement in fuel economy over the current Explorer. V6 is EPA-rated at 14 mpg US city, 20 mpg US highway and 16 mpg US (14.7 This enables increased mechanical efficiency for improved response and performance, while optimizing fuel economy.

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2011 Ford SUV Fuel Economy 186

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JANUARY 4, 2012

In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. Hybrid mode is the standard setting whenever the car is started. L/100 km, 102 mpg US). Fuel economy is improved by up to 35% compared to engines with similar performance.

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline 268

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JULY 24, 2018

The 2018 Sportage is available in Europe and Korea with Kia’s new 1.6-liter, liter engine delivers greater efficiency and fuel economy. Combustion is made more efficient with the adoption of a new high-efficiency fuel injection system and revised valvetrain. New ‘SmartStream’ 1.6-liter liter diesel engine. km/l (6.13

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Diesel Kia 2018 Hybrid 150

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APRIL 17, 2009

Toyota launched the Auris—a strategic compact passenger vehicle for both Japan and Europe—in Japan in 2006 and Europe in 2007. VVT-i, torque increases 2% to 160 N·m (118 lb-ft) from 157 N·m (116 lb-ft), while combined cycle fuel consumption drops up to 10% from 6.9 L/100km (38 mpg US) in the new 1.6L D-4D and 2.2

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JULY 19, 2016

Too, automakers in China must meet increasingly strict fuel consumption standards, reaching 5 liters per 100 kilometers (47 mpg US) by 2020. China aims to have five million new energy vehicles on the road by 2020, and has focused on electrification of buses and logistics vehicles to achieve that goal.

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