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EPA Report: data show automakers on track in meeting Greenhouse Gas Standards after first year

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The CO 2 standards in EPA’s GHG program and the related compliance values in the report are different than CO 2 values reported in EPA’s “Trends” report or on new vehicle fuel economy labels. Trends” and fuel economy values are adjusted to reflect EPA’s best estimate of results from real-world driving.

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UK Awards 24M to 6 Low Carbon Vehicle Projects

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Projects include the development of new engines for plug-in hybrid versions of Nissan, Lotus and Jaguar Land Rover cars, a lightweight electric bin wagon, development of lightweight materials for vehicle weight reduction, and new technologies using thermal energy to improve vehicle performance.

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JD Power 2012 APEAL highlights ongoing downsizing trend for new car buyers in US; increasing satisfaction with smaller vehicles

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purchased a new vehicle in a smaller segment than the vehicle they replaced. In contrast, only 13% of buyers upsized, while 60% purchased a new vehicle in the same segment as their previous vehicle. The downsizing trend also has an impact on owner satisfaction with the fuel economy of their new vehicle.

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Volkswagen’s Golf Alltrack challenges the Subaru Outback; directions for 4MOTION and vehicle dynamics

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Although not a Land Rover with a fully articulated suspension, the Alltrack was able to pick its way up and down a rough, rocky trail with no missteps or mishaps—impressive performance for a wagon. It can even identify the closest dealer in case you need a recommendation. Lower roof rails mean easier loading.

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The redesigned federal EV tax credit and other EV-related measures

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Marketing gurus tell us that luxury buyers don’t tend to be very price-sensitive—if you can afford an $80,000 car, a few thousand bucks one way or the other is unlikely to affect your purchase decision. Like fuel economy standards, the new tax credit regime can be seen as a “technology-forcing” regulation.