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XL Fleet expands XLP PHEV drive system for use in multiple GM fleet applications

Green Car Congress

XL Fleet announced that the Company’s XLP plug-in hybrid electric drive technology is being expanded for use across a range of fleet vehicles from General Motors. The company believes its expanded portfolio will further extend its leadership position in fleet electrification.

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Final US mpg rules through 2031 go easy on gas trucks, SUVs

Baua Electric

The federal government on Friday revealed vehicle efficiency standards for 2027-2031 that improve the fleet fuel efficiency of new cars and trucks—slightly. As the International Energy Agency last week underscored, SUVs emit about 20% more CO2 than cars , whether they’re electric or not. vehicle sales. ” 2024 Volkswagen ID.4

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

Clean Fleet Report

I have driven several Chevrolet and GMC vehicles with the wonderful Duramax turbodiesel engine, so expectations were high for a luxury week behind the wheel. Fuel economy for the 3.0L This means when towing a grade it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. It did not disappoint. The comfy chair.

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

Green Car Congress

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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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

Clean Fleet Report

2021 Is Here: Here Are the Top 10 Electric Car Companies. Picking the Top 10 electric car makers now involves making some choices as the number of vehicles available increases. Almost two-thirds of the battery electric cars sold in the U.S. The electric “Mustang” is already making an impression with consumers.

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Flash Drive: 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Clean Fleet Report

The EPA rates fuel economy at 25 mpg city/26 highway/25 combined. We felt the electric power steering was a bit light on the road, but perfect in town for parking and maneuvering at slow speeds. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV. Road Test: 2018 GMC Terrain. Driving Experience: On the Road.