Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 24, 2023

Regular Hybrids Regular hybrids recharge their onboard nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion battery packs by reclaiming energy through a process called regenerative braking. This is accomplished by using a much larger, more powerful lithium-ion battery pack. So, what’s the difference between the two different types of hybrid vehicles?

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 8, 2017

At the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show, Kia Motors unveiled four new models. The new Kia Stinger fastback sports sedan makes its European premiere, alongside the all-new Kia Picanto city car, which makes its global debut. —Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer of Kia Motors Europe.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Kia Motors America (KMA) unveiled the Trail’ster e-AWD concept at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The Trail’ster, based on Kia’s Soul urban passenger vehicle, is primarily powered by a 1.6-liter liter gasoline Soul. The Trail’ster’s electric propulsion system draws energy from a 1.2

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

Kia Optima Hybrid. Kia Motors Corporation premiered the hybrid version of its new Optima sedan ( earlier post ) at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Created primarily with the US market in mind, the Kia-developed powertrain delivers an estimated combined cycle fuel economy is 38 mpg US (6.2 Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Mazda has been repositioning itself into the premium category, and the CX-90 will give it a larger SUV to compete with the Acura MDX , Buick Enclave , Kia Telluride , Hyundai Palisade , Subaru Ascent and Toyota Highlande r. The base power plant is an all-new mild-hybrid e-Skyactiv G turbocharged 3.3-liter kilowatt-hour battery.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate The First Volvo Compact SUV Coupe EV The 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge was the first electric-only and the smallest SUV from Volvo, falling in-line with the EX90 and XC40 Recharge. The shift-by-wire single speed transmission drives all four wheels 0-60 miles per hour in about 4.3

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2014

Hyundai’s position on fuel cell vehicles is that they alleviate the limitations of traditional battery-electric vehicles with respect to range and refueling (recharging) time. Within the group, Kia, which is set up in North America as a competitor to Hyundai, is focusing on battery-electric vehicles. kg at 700 bar (10,000 psi).

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Driving Range and Charging The two Prius Prime models differ in their EPA rated fuel economy depending on which tires they are wearing. coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fuel economy. Driver options The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime uses a 13.6 The aerodynamic design has a 0.27

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon. This is excellent fuel economy for a 5,010-pound nicely styled shoe box. How It Works. Using 87 octane, there is 260 total system horsepower.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

You just get better fuel economy. They run on two sources of power, using gasoline and electricity. Gas is the primary fuel; the batteries recharge as the vehicle moves and brakes, but the electric power is an auxiliary motive source, so the car will need less fuel. Road Test: 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 3, 2023

The size, seating flexibility, exterior and interior design, and option of three electrified power plants make this the new flagship for the brand, and a hint at what is to come from Mazda. Fuel economy is EPA rated at 24 mpg city, 28 highway, 25 combined. The rechargeable 17.8 The easy access power hatch opens to 14.9

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

Road Test: 2023 Kia Niro EV Wave Compact Crossover Gets More Range and A New Look Kia isn’t taking any chances when it comes to being a leader in electrified cars and SUVs. With a steady schedule of releasing new EVs as part of its Plan S , Kia has completely redesigned the 2023 Niro EV even though it is only three years old.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

Escaping High Fuel Prices; a Natural Bridge to an EV. The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA , rates fuel economy at 40 highway when running in gasoline mode only. EV Now mode lets drivers operate on all-electric power.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Flash Drive: 2023 Kia EV6 GT. Hold On Tight As the Fastest Kia Takes Off. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the all-new, all-electric 2022 Kia EV6 in January 2022, it was an eye opener for design and performance. It places this Kia in some pretty heady performance company with electric vehicles costing way more.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The Natural Bridge to an EV Escaping the High Price of Fuel The natural bridge from a gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). A 37-mile range EV Electric and Gasoline Power The 2023 Ford Escape PHEV is powered by a 2.5-liter

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, both utilize a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter Using 87 octane fuel, there is a total system of 260 horsepower combined. Keep in mind this is a 5,010-pound aerodynamic shoe box getting this stellar fuel economy.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Kia/Hyundai/Genesis – Coming on Strong. Kia had its Soul EV on the market and made its presence known, then added the Niro EV (and PHEV & Hybrid), but now is adding the EV6 crossover. Kia had its Soul EV on the market and made its presence known, then added the Niro EV (and PHEV & Hybrid), but now is adding the EV6 crossover.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Kia unveiled three major hybrid offerings at the Chicago Auto Show: the 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility Vehicle; the new Optima Hybrid; and the new Optima Plug-in Hybrid. That power is transmitted through a newly developed, second-generation six-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VF 8 City The 2023 VF 8 Eco and Plus City Edition, the first models being sold in North America, offer this power and range. So driving around town, stuck in stop-and-go rush hour freeway traffic or coasting down hills will recharge the battery. Power front seats are standard. seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. (

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 9, 2021

Plentiful Power. The Launch Edition features two motors, one up front and one in the rear, powered by a 78-kilowatt-hour battery. I used my solar-panel-powered Level 2 (240V) home charger, but if you’re on the road and want to top off quickly, DC fast charging at 150 kilowatts takes about 40 minutes to get you to 80 percent.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

So I had a very satisfying rush of good feelings seeing, getting into and driving the all-new 2022 Kia EV6 electric crossover. The EV6, with an electric driving range up to 310 miles, arrived at Kia dealers in all 50 states in late January 2022. Power and Range. It can also be a home electricity source during a power outage.

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Kia Wind All-Electric Miles 79

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 7, 2015

Following the launch of the Soul EV ( earlier post ) late last year in California, along with sales beginning in Georgia, Texas, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii earlier this year, Kia Motors America (KMA) is expanding availability of its fully charged urban runabout into four new states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Maryland.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The 2022 Bolt EUV has a 65 kilowatt-hour (kWh) lithium-ion battery powering a single 150 kW motor that produces 200 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque. The electric power steering was not too light, and body roll, even when pushed above recommended corner speed limits was manageable. Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro EV. Powertrain.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The Driving Experience: Seamless Power. Acceleration is smooth and instant with the Bolt’s one-speed automatic transmission delivering power and torque at anytime, which means no waiting for the transmission to downshift. But the news gets even better as the Bolt’s starting price has been reduced $5,000 from the equivalent 2021 model.

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Chevrolet Miles Clean Cleaning 77

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 24, 2022

Hyundai, along with its siblings Kia and Genesis, has some of the best-designed vehicles on the road. The power lift gate is sleek and smooth, unencumbered by a wiper on its sloping glass. The memory driver’ seat is fully reclining, with a power knee rest, while both front seats have power lumbar. Lighting up the rear.

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Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

kilowatt (kW) electric motor powering the front wheels and producing 143 horsepower and 200 pound-feet of torque. To sweeten the pot, Mazda has a program where MX-30 buyers can use a gasoline-powered Mazda for up to 10 days a year for each of the first three years of ownership. Good handling, but underwhelming power.

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Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The power hands-free lift gate is sleek and smooth, but being without a wiper the window could be visually challenging when things get sloppy. The 2022 Ioniq 5 is built on Hyundai’s all-new dedicated EV-only platform, which will see service on future EVs from Hyundai, plus on models from sibling brands Kia and Genesis. Out on the Road.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

more than 50% of demand—will be available for passenger cars, given the potential demand for biofuels from other sectors, such as goods vehicles, aviation, marine, power and heavy industry. Fast charging may become widespread, but the impact on battery performance degradation over time and power grid stability is unclear.

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