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NYC study of actual fuel economy of fleet finds hybrids more fuel efficient as compared to conventional vehicles than expected

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Using telematics, NYC Fleet, part of New York City’s Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), recently analyzed actual fuel economy in its hybrid and non-hybrid vehicles and compared it to the EPA ratings for each make and model. In fact, the hybrids were 155% more fuel efficient.

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New Honda Fit Hybrid improves fuel economy 35% over outgoing model; best hybrid (non plug-in) fuel economy in Japan

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achieved fuel economy of 36.4 l/100 km) over the JC08 cycle on the new Fit Hybrid—a 35% improvement over the preceding model and the highest among all hybrid models (excluding plug-in hybrids) in Japan, according to Honda research. Sport Hybrid i-DCD. Honda Motor Co., mpg US, 2.7 Earlier post.)

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Mack Granite CNG truck exclusively equipped with Allison’s 4500 Rugged Duty Series transmission

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Allison said that its collaboration with Mack on the CNG model is a testament to the company’s commitment to offering a portfolio of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric propulsion solutions designed to meet the needs of customers as they strive to reduce emissions.

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Kia Sportage Hybrid mpg, Jeep Magneto concept, Mercedes electric vans: Today’s Car News

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We ride along in the future of electric Mercedes Sprinter vans, and consider the latest fully electric Jeep concept, as the EV market gains momentum. And the Kia Sportage Hybrid takes the lead on mpg and value. Both pricing and EPA fuel economy ratings are out for the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid—and.

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Volvo Updates and Streamlines EV, Hybrid Lineup

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Updated model names will make it easier for existing and new fleet customers to understand which vehicles in Volvo's lineup are fully electric. Updates to hybrid models are expected to result in CO2 emission reductions and fuel economy improvements.

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GM plans to bring plugin hybrids to North American market

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During the General Motors (GM) 2023 earnings call held this week, CEO Mary Barra said the company will be bringing plugin hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) to North America—despite still being committed to going all-electric by 2035. GM-Honda to start hydrogen fuel cell commercial production in MI What are your thoughts?

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Cummins collaborating across autonomous vehicle system providers to offer leading powertrain solutions

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Cummins delivers powertrains that provide leading performance and fuel economy through the integration of hardware and software. Cummins will be launching a set of software features to integrate its powertrains with Automated Driving System (ADS) technologies from different providers.

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