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vehicle fueleconomy. Specifically, this study examines actual fueleconomy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2019. (My Calculated vehicle fueleconomy is available going back to 1923. mpg for both years). My previous update included data through 2017.).
vehicle fueleconomy. Specifically, this study examines actual fueleconomy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2017. Calculated vehicle fueleconomy is available going back to 1923. mpg for both years). A modest increase between 1973 and 1991 (from 12.9
A team from the University of Tennessee and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has the fuel savings due to fueleconomy improvements over the past 43 years amount to approximately two trillion gallons of gasoline. Also since 1975, light-duty vehicle travel increased by 134% while fuel use increased by only 37%.
Improving fueleconomy exhibits diminishing returns in fuel savings, according to a brief analysis by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Similarly, the fuel and cost savings of improving fueleconomy from 12 mpg to 15 mpg are the same as increasing from 30 mpg to 60 mpg.
In 2018, 27% of new light-duty vehicles sold in the US had fueleconomies of more than 30 miles per gallon (783 l/100 km), according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). By contrast, none of the light-duty vehicles produced in 1975 had fueleconomy greater than 30 miles per gallon (mpg). Source: U.S.
The latest edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual Automotive Trends Report finds that Model Year (MY) 2017 vehicle fueleconomy was 24.9 Since MY 2004, fueleconomy and CO 2 emissions have improved in eleven out of thirteen years. Estimated Real-World CO 2 and FuelEconomy.
Preliminary data in EPA’s 2020 Automotive Trends Report shows average fueleconomy for model year 2020 light-duty vehicles increased to 25.7 miles per gallon (MPG). If this preliminary data holds, that will be a new record high for average new light-duty vehicle fueleconomy. miles per gallon to 24.9
At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fueleconomy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Earlier post.).
With alternative fuel vehicles now approaching 1% of new vehicle production, however, they are in fact beginning to have a “ measurable and meaningful impact ” on overall new vehicle fueleconomy and CO 2 emissions. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fueleconomy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.
Standard fuel consumption is 4.2 liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (155 mph); fuel consumption of 6.8 liters per 100 km (35 mpg US ) and CO2 emissions of 159 g per km (256 g/mile).
EPA recently released the latest edition of its annual report Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions and FuelEconomy Trends. The report found that fueleconomy for the US fleet continues to improve. Model year (MY) 2016 vehicle fueleconomy was 24.7 mpg per year.
The average fueleconomy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in September was 25.2 Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) This decline likely reflects the increased proportion of light trucks among the vehicles sold, they suggested.
In a US Department of Energy (DOE)-sponsored project, engineers at Cummins are developing a Tier 2 Bin 2 emissions compliant diesel for application in a light duty pickup (ATLAS, Advanced Technology Light Automotive Systems, earlier post ). Fueleconomy targets for the vehicle are 22.4 mpg US (10.5 mpg US (6.9
According to the Federal Highway Administration, the average fueleconomy for all light vehicles on the road today is 22.3 miles per gallon (mpg) and the average annual miles driven is 11,484 miles. Based on a vehicle with an average fueleconomy of 22.3 mpg driven 11,484 miles in 2019.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released their long-expected notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to adjust the Congressionally-mandated Corporate Average FuelEconomy (CAFE) and Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual Automotive Trends Report , which shows that model year (MY) 2021 vehicle fueleconomy remained at a record high—but flat with MY 2020 fueleconomy—while CO 2 emission levels reached a new record low. Source: EPA. Source: EPA.
In the US, Model Year (MY) 2018 vehicle fueleconomy was 25.1 Since MY 2004, CO 2 emissions have decreased 23%, or 108 g/mi, and fueleconomy has increased 30%, or 5.8 Average estimated real-world CO 2 emissions are projected to fall 6 g/mi to 346 g/mi and fueleconomy is projected to increase 0.4
To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fueleconomy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5 To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fueleconomy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5
Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fueleconomy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) combined to 44 mpg (5.34 The TNGA-derived V6 develops more power with less fuel consumption than before. Estimated combined cycle fueleconomy is 26 mpg (9.04
Approximately 6 billion gallons of fuel are wasted in the US each year as vehicles wait at stop lights or sit in dense traffic with engines idling, according to US Department of Energy estimates.
The report— “2023 North American Light Vehicle Aluminum Content and Outlook ”—released by the Aluminum Association indicates that demand for more sustainable transportation will help drive an increase in market share for aluminum content by nearly 100 net pounds per vehicle (PPV) from 2020 to 2030.
Fleet-wide fueleconomy for vehicles sold in the U.S. The real-world fueleconomy of light-duty vehicles sold in the U.S. has stumbled, according to the EPA's recently released 2022 Automotive Trends Report. The report points to increased SUV sales as one reason for the stagnation of efficiency.
The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 l/100 km) combined fueleconomy (projected). That makes the 2020 Corolla Hybrid the most fuel-efficient model to ever wear the model name that debuted more than a half-century ago. The engine. The 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter
Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fueleconomy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 EGHR improves engine warm up and assures consistent fueleconomy performance in cold weather. engine with start/stop. An 80-cell, 1.5
On Friday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finalized tougher fueleconomy standards for vehicle fleets that will mean an adjusted, industry-wide average of about 49 mpg across new passenger vehicles and light trucks in 2026.
Diesel will surpass gasoline as the number one transportation fuel worldwide by 2020 and continue to increase its share through 2040, according to ExxonMobil’s recently published Outlook For Energy: A View To 2040. Diesel demand accounts for 70% of the growth in demand for all transportation fuels through the forecast period to 2040.
Duramax turbo-diesel engine delivers an EPA-estimated 33 mpg highway and 23 city in rear-wheel-drive models. EPA-estimated fueleconomy for four-wheel drive models is 29 mpg highway/23 city. The truck draws on innovative technologies to deliver impressive fueleconomy and a refined customer experience.
Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fueleconomy (as opposed to the regulatory test fueleconomy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 l/100 km) (under three scenarios) by 2030.
The vehicle gets its high appetite for fun and low appetite for fuel from a 1.5-liter Estimated highway fueleconomy is 40 mpg US (5.88 1) and direct fuel injection give the engine ultra-quick responsiveness that’s matched to the standard 6-speed automatic transmission. High-compression (12.0:1)
Toyota projects fueleconomy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales.
Light duty vehicle fleet by type and average fuel efficiency. Growth is led by developing regions such as China, India, Africa and other emerging economies. Additionally, to achieve proposed fuel-economy targets, personal vehicles will need to be smaller and lighter than they are today. Source: ExxonMobil Outlook.
Subaru hasnt released official fueleconomy numbers yet, but Miranda Jimenez, product communications specialist at Subaru of America, did tell us We expect the Forester Hybrid to return up to 40% better fueleconomy on the city cycle and up to 25% better fueleconomy on the combined cycle.
US mpg) fueleconomy, equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 g/mile); higher performance laser headlights; and new user control and display interfaces and lighting technology. The tail lights, which are backed by a black CFRP panel, are rectangular in form—another quattro reference. l/100 km (94.09
NHTSA is also setting forth proposed augural standards for MY 2032 passenger cars and light trucks, that would increase at 2% and 4% year over year, respectively, as compared to the prior year’s standards. The proposal would also drive fuel efficiency improvements for heavy-duty pickup trucks and work vans.
The revised hybrid system boosts output to 134 hp (up from 121) and 156 lb-ft (212 N·m) of torque (up from 146 lb-ft / 200 N·m), while EPA-estimated combined fueleconomy reaches 47 mpg. The EPA combined fueleconomy rating is 44 mpg. SPORT: Enhances dynamic performance and acceleration.
Separately, the Accord Hybrid, also featuring Honda’s new two-motor hybrid system, will launch nationwide next summer with anticipated fueleconomy ratings of 49/45/47 city/hwy/combined (4.8/5.2/5.0 l/100km respectively). The revised 2013 Honda Crosstour and 2013 Honda CR-Z also made their auto-show debuts. l/100km respectively).
Energy consumption by light-duty vehicles in the United States, AEO2013 and AEO2014, 1995-2040 (quadrillion Btu). The rising fueleconomy of LDVs more than offsets the modest growth in VMT, resulting in a 25% decline in LDV energy consumption decline between 2012 and 2040 in the AEO2014 Reference case. Source: EIA.
Fueleconomy matters in pickups. General Motors announced new EPA fueleconomy ratings Thursday for its 2020 Chevrolet Silverado light-duty pickup powered by its new 3.0-liter liter inline-6 turbodiesel.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Friday issued a proposal to update Corporate Average FuelEconomy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks, calling for a fleet average of 58 mpg, according to its methodology, by 2032—which will equate to a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 43.5
diesel from GM’s European lineup (the engine is manufactured in Kaiserslautern, Germany) to challenge Jetta on the basis of highway fueleconomy and power, as well as content. Fueleconomy background. Chevrolet is positioning the Cruze, which features a US-modified 2.0L l/100 km, respectively). 2014 Ecotec 2.0L
The ICCT team—John German and Aaron Isenstadt—concluded that diesels have and will retain two significant advantages over gasoline engines: significantly better fueleconomy and cargo hauling and towing ability. mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5 mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5
The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has finalized new Corporate Average FuelEconomy standards for MY 2024-2026. The new standards require an industry-wide fleet average of approximately 49 mpg for passenger cars and light trucks in model year 2026. Light Trucks.
liter engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T, along with EPA-estimated combined cycle fueleconomy of 29 mpg (8.1 l/100km), compared to an EPA-rated 27 mpg (8.7 This new 2.0-liter l/100 km) from the 2016 A3 with the 1.8-liter liter engine (a 7.4% improvement).
TDI Clean Diesel EA288 engine ( earlier post ) with an EPA-rated highway fueleconomy rating of 46 mpg with the manual transmission (45 mpg automatic). It is one of the most fuel-efficient engines in its class, and already conforms to the LEV3 emissions standard in the US. Fueleconomy improvement.
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