Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2016

Honda has launched the 2017 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ) at its dealers in the US. A 30-time recipient of Car and Driver magazine’s “10 Best” award, unprecedented for any vehicle, the Honda Accord has been the US’ top retail selling car for three years running and is also the best-selling midsize car among under-35 year old car buyers.

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2017 Hybrid Honda Motor 150

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 The twin faux exhaust ports on the lower rear fascia actually don’t look too bad, and the star-patterned 19-inch machined alloy wheels look great. We also feature those efficient gas-powered vehicles that are among the top mpg vehicles in their class.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 79

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 The rear features twin chrome-tipped exhaust ports in the outer lower fascia and the letters P-A-L-I-S-A-D-E spread out between the vertical rectangular LED tail lights. Edging into luxury territory.

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2009

The complex engine coolant heat storage system utilized by the Gen II Prius has been replaced by an exhaust heat recirculation system that shuttles catalyst heat to a heat exchanger which interfaces with the engine cooling system, reducing engine-on time and improving cabin heater system performance.

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Prius 2010 Toyota Hybrid 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 has a top speed (electronically controlled) of 160 km/h (99 mph); cruising at a constant 100 km/h the XL1 uses only 8.3 Exhaust gas recirculation, an oxidation catalytic converter, and a diesel particulate filter are used in order to minimize emissions: the XL1’s engine is already compliant with the Euro-6 emissions standard.

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Plug-in Diesel Plug Hybrid 324

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2009

In this study, BMW focused on Rankine A (exhaust gas only) and Rankine B (exhaust gas and coolant). System A used exhaust gas only as the heat source; System B used exhaust gas and coolant. Energy utilization vs. complexity of different heat recovery systems. Adapted from Ringler et al.

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Waste BMW Power Powered 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

This is the opposite of the approach taken by Toyota with its Mirai fuel cell vehicle ( earlier post ) and Honda with its new FCV Concept ( earlier post ). The Group is not—unlike Toyota, Honda and Hyundai—announcing production dates and initial markets for its fuel cell vehicles. Earlier post.). Hydrogen fuel cell system.

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Audi Hydrogen Fuel Concept 278

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

But in two 110-mile highway runs at 65 mph, we averaged 33.4 Horizontal LED tail lamps, a VW badge that flips-up to reveal the rear view camera, and the bold red “GTI” badge all reside above the twin chrome-tipped exhaust pipes peaking-out from under the rear fascia. In 265 miles we averaged 29.8 Your numbers may differ.

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MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 82

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Furthermore, their single-scroll design allows for more efficient collection of exhaust as it escapes from within the cylinders. The structure is similar to those found in some Honda racing engines. The TMU is geared to support acceleration up to 200 km/h (124 mph), but continues to support Direct Yaw Control at all vehicle speeds.

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Acura Hybrid Lithium Ion Engine 150

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

However, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, an all freeway run of 125 miles returned an average of 32.1 Starting with the accelerator pedal being hinged to the floor (as opposed to being suspended), the ability to get on-and-off the gas is nicely sensitive to the touch. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid.

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Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 75

Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2014

Although Chevy emphasizes the benefits of the 2500HD with the bi-fuel option as a full dual fuel vehicle with a combined range of up to some 650 miles, in more than 500 miles of driving over the course of a week, we used mainly only natural gas. The only reason we used gasoline was for comparison; it wasn’t necessary. Click to enlarge.

Silverado 247

Silverado Chevrolet Fuel Gasoline-Electric 247

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

mpg on a 106-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. The shark fin antenna, roof rails, integrated spoiler over the raked power lift gate and bright twin exhaust ports finish-off the rear with LED tail lights. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. mpg and 30.1

Mazda 61

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 61

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

mpg, but a somewhat better 29 mpg on a 94-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. The shark fin antenna, roof rails, integrated spoiler over the raked power lift gate and bright twin exhaust ports finish-off the rear along with LED tail lights. The EPA rates the CX-5 2.5L Your numbers may differ.

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Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 69