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OCTOBER 11, 2014

The agency’s reasoning was that since alternative fuel vehicle production has generally been less than 0.1% of total vehicle production until very recently, the impact of excluding alternative fuel vehicles was negligible. Fuel economy average for the US fleet, per the Trends report, is 24.1

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MARCH 7, 2019

As the company first revealed in February, XL’s newest product expands its successful plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) product family, which also includes the XLP Ford F-150 that the company began shipping in 2018 to municipal, utility and commercial fleets throughout the United States.

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PHEV Fuel Economy F-150 Ford 255

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APRIL 11, 2023

BEV share of production nearly doubled from just under 3% in 2020 to approximately 6% in 2022. By 2030, BEVs, which on average are more aluminum-intensive, are expected to exceed 36% share of production. Aggressive CO 2 and Miles Per Gallon (MPG) regulatory targets helping drive EV adoption and aluminum growth.

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Market SUV 2020 MPG 449

Baua Electric

JUNE 7, 2024

The federal government on Friday revealed vehicle efficiency standards for 2027-2031 that improve the fleet fuel efficiency of new cars and trucks—slightly. Softer on trucks, fewer EVs, and about 38 mpg by 2032 The easing of it all would mean a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 38 mpg, according to the agency—way down from 43.5

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MPG SUV Gas EPA 52

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JUNE 9, 2012

The Freightliner Trucks 2014 Cascadia Evolution—powered only by the newly designed Detroit DD15 engine and featuring enhanced aerodynamic specs—delivered fuel economy of 10.67 mpg US (22 L.100km) mile closed-course track for 1,000 miles nonstop at an average speed of 60 mph, with a GCW of 76,000 lbs.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

Honda has begun US production of the 2014 Accord Hybrid ( earlier post ), which will carry an EPA fuel economy rating of 50 mpg (4.7 The EPA rating is 1 mpg higher than Honda had originally anticipated for the hybrid (49 mpg). l/100 km) and combined cycle fuel economy of 47 mpg (5.0

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MPG Honda 2014 EPA 230

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NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Drivers of the new 2020 IONIQ Electric can also enjoy 170 miles (274 km) of range thanks to an upgraded 38.3-kWh All 2020 IONIQ models also receive revised feature packaging because of all the product enhancements. IONIQ Hybrid with an EPA estimated 58 combined MPG remains the fuel economy leader for a non-plug-in vehicle.

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Hyundai Miles Range Lithium Ion 186

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2015

The Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 SUVs will deliver 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) combined, a 32% improvement over the supercharged V6, and reach a high of 28 mpg (8.4 Preliminary fuel economy figures for the Range Rover Sport and Range Rover are 22 mpg (city), 28 mpg (highway) and 25 mpg (combined) (10.7,

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Land Rover Fuel Economy MPG Diesel 150

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AUGUST 15, 2017

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox offers an EPA-certified 39 mpg (6.03 GM expects that number to top the segment in highway fuel economy, with greater highway mileage than the 2017 Toyota RAV4 hybrid (30 mpg) and Nissan Rogue hybrid (35 mpg FWD). million miles of driving. turbo-diesel engine. Earlier post.).

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MPG Diesel EPA Exhaust 150

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JULY 7, 2015

Honda has set a new Guinness World Records title for “Lowest fuel consumption – all 24 contiguous EU countries (all cars)”, recording an average 83 mpg US (2.82 l/100 km) over 8,387 miles (13,498 km), in a 25-day drive across all 24 EU contiguous countries. Earlier post.) Behind the wheel of a Honda Civic Tourer 1.6

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Honda MPG Miles Diesel 150

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JUNE 14, 2011

Plug-in hybrids dominate market penetration in 2025 under CAR scenario IV (62 mpg CAFE standard). Power and Associates to project the technology segmentation necessary to achieve anticipated fuel economy mandates in 2025. CAR researchers used the four fuel economy scenarios developed by. Source: CAR.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2009

Adjusted CO 2 emissions and adjusted fuel economy by model year. For the fifth consecutive year, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reporting an increase in new vehicle fuel efficiency with a corresponding decrease in average carbon dioxide emissions for new US cars and light duty trucks. mpg US (11.2

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Fuel Economy 2004 Economy EPA 268

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AUGUST 4, 2010

Hyundai Motor America, currently the leading fuel economy auto manufacturer in the US according to EPA ratings, plans to achieve a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) rating of at least 50 (mpg) by 2025 for its lineup of passenger cars and light duty trucks. mpg by 2016. Earlier post.)

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MPG Hyundai America Fuel Economy 223

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JANUARY 5, 2012

Fiat has boosted its interest in the Chrysler Group by another 5% following Chrysler’s achievement of the “Ecological Event”—receiving regulatory approval for an automobile based on a Fiat platform or vehicle technology having a fuel efficiency rating of at least 40 combined miles per gallon (5.88 Earlier post.). Earlier post.)

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Chrysler Fuel Economy Economy Dodge 218

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 3, 2015

emissions regulations are forcing carmakers to make their products more efficient over the next decade. Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards require carmakers to achieve a fleet average of 54.5 mpg by 2025. That's equivalent to roughly 40 mpg on the window sticker. DON'T MISS: Miles Driven In U.S.

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Fuel Economy Economy Cheap Fuel 60

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MAY 12, 2020

The GWP improvement was calculated using industry-standard software that examines multiple factors associated with a vehicle’s design, production and on-road performance. These factors include: the environmental impact of fuel production and delivery; material use; and the vehicle’s own fuel consumption.

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Jeep MPG 2020 Fuel Economy 269

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MAY 27, 2016

Ford’s 2017 Fusion Energi—incorporating enhancements announced earlier this year at the Detroit Auto Show ( earlier post )—can travel 610 miles (982 km) on a full tank of gas and battery charge according to EPA estimates to be posted to fueleconomy.gov—the highest combined range of any plug-in hybrid sold in the US.

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Fusion 2017 Miles Ford 199

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NOVEMBER 18, 2010

EPA projects a small improvement in 2010, based on pre-model year sales estimates provided by automakers, to 395 grams of CO 2 per mile and 22.5 mpg (10.45 For 2009, the last year EPA has final data from automakers, the average CO 2 emissions from new vehicles were 397 grams per mile and the average fuel economy value was 22.4

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Fuel Economy 2009 2010 EPA 210

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JANUARY 13, 2017

The standards are projected to result in average fleet-wide consumer fuel economy sticker values of 36 miles per gallon (mpg) by model year 2025, 10 mpg higher than the current fleet average. mpg-e (if all reductions were achieved exclusively through fuel economy improvements).

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MARCH 9, 2022

The CX-60 is the first of Mazda’s Large Product group models, and offers (European specification model) e-Skyactiv PHEV, Mazda’s first plug-in hybrid system featuring a 2.5-liter Mazda’s first PHEV also features WLTP combined fuel consumption of 1.5 l/100 km (157 mpg US), and WLTP combined CO 2 emissions of 33g/km.

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JULY 2, 2022

Toyota and Lexus held their annual new product showcase the first week of June at their Plano, Texas, headquarters. Available in five trim levels and only in all-wheel drive, the Corolla Cross is rated at 194 hp while returning an estimated 37 miles per gallon (combined city/highway). A Sneak Preview of the 2023 Lineups. Lexus UX 250h.

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JUNE 17, 2024

Motor1 first reported that S60 production would end at Volvo’s Ridgeville, South Carolina, factory (located near the city of Charleston) this month. production left open the possibility that the S60 would continue here as an import, but Volvo has now confirmed to Green Car Reports that this won’t be the case.

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Plug-in South Carolina Plug Hybrid 40

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

However, they also noted, high PTW efficiencies and the moderate fuel economies of current compressed natural gas vehicles (CNGVs) make them a viable option as well. The study investigated the the WTW energy and emissions from the use of natural gas in CNGVs with a range of CNGV fuel economy and natural gas compressor efficiency.

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Gas-Electric Gas Fuel Economy PHEV 345

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

Cash for Clunkers”) program could maximize greenhouse gas emissions savings by using fuel-economy based eligibility requirements rather than age-based requirements. A minimum age restriction will inadvertently exclude newer, low fuel economy vehicles from participation in the program. Allan et al.

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MARCH 11, 2014

Series production of the BMW i8 plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) begins in April, with delivery of the first customer cars to start in June 2014, beginning with the main European markets. seconds with an EU test cycle average fuel consumption of 2.1 liter/100 km (112 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 49 g/km. l/100km (94 mpg US).

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BMW Fuel Production MPG 257

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NOVEMBER 7, 2017

MPG ghg (0.05 MPG ghg (8.1 MPG ghg (4.2 MPG ghg (4.2 MPG ghg (4.6 MPG ghg (5.9 Color-coded world map of MPG-equivalent values (MPG ghg ) for BEVs. country-specific electricity production by fuel source compiled by the International Energy Agency. The average for the world is 51.5

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Emissions Albania Botswana MPG 150

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AUGUST 22, 2019

kWh battery provides an electric-only range of up to 36 miles, with CO 2 emissions from just 39g/km. Fuel economy (on the WLTP combined cycle) is up to 147 mpg US. The 0-62mph sprint takes just 4.6 The T8 Twin Engine's 11.8 The S60 can now be fitted with adaptive dampers.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2018

seconds, but the real highlight of the mild hybrid system is its improved fuel economy. According to Geely Auto Group CTO Feng Qingfeng, the Bo Rui GE MHEV delivers fuel economy of 5.8L/100 By 2020, we aim to bring that level up to 25% improving the fuel economy of B-segment vehicles to under 5L/100km.

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MARCH 19, 2014

In official witnessed tests, it achieved fuel economy of 82.5 mpg US (2.85 miles (1,810 km) on a full tank of fuel. A standard production model Peugeot 308 Hatchback, specified with the new PureTech 1.2-liter liter contents of its fuel tank. liter contents of its fuel tank. mpg US (4.6

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Engine Fuel Fuel Economy MPG 220

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AUGUST 10, 2016

XL Hybrids announced vehicle testing results showing a 26% improvement in miles per gallon on the EPA UDDS (Urban Dynamometer Driving Schedule) drive cycle for Ford Transit vans upfitted with XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive Systems. —Ed Lovelace, chief technology officer for XL Hybrids.

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Ford Hybrid MPG EPA 150

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OCTOBER 24, 2016

As the first dedicated platform fuel cell vehicle, the FCX Clarity was powered by the smaller and lighter Honda V-flow fuel cell stack positioned in the center tunnel of the vehicle, with the smooth high torque front-wheel drive electric motor, providing performance on par with a gasoline powered sedan, including a 240 miles driving range rating.

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Honda EPA Miles Fuel 150

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2009

All three Volkswagens are the most fuel-efficient models in their respective size classes, according to VW; all three are celebrating world premieres as production versions at the IAA; and all three can be ordered later this fall. The new Polo BlueMotion (55 kW / 74 hp) diesel offers average fuel consumption of 3.3 L/100km (71.3

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MPG MPH Diesel Fuel Economy 307

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DECEMBER 17, 2014

Increases in fuel economy are also contributing to lower motor fuel expenditures, as cars and trucks travel farther on a gallon of gasoline. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the production-weighted fuel economy of cars has increased from 23.1 mpg in the same time frame.

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2015 Gasoline Fuel Economy MPG 210

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FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Fleets can enjoy an up to 25% increase in miles per gallon—and accompanying reductions in CO 2 emissions—on trucks used for rugged towing, hauling capacity, and utility applications. The company begins production on the XLH hybrid electric system for model year 2018 Ford Super Duty F-250 pickups in March.

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JUNE 23, 2009

According to the study, higher fuel economy standards would benefit the Detroit 3 automakers the most. Further, the report finds that the existing culture within the domestic auto companies systematically underestimates the value of fuel economy, which has crippled profitability. Fuel Economy.

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Fuel Economy Detroit Economy Michigan 150

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

XL Hybrids will begin production on the new XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive System for Model Year 2018 Ford Super Duty F-250 pickups in first quarter 2018. This will be the first time that Ford F-250 trucks can be ordered by fleet customers with hybrid-electric drive technology; the XL3 system can provide up to a 25% increase in fuel economy.

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JUNE 21, 2013

Featuring the new Sport Hybrid i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive) powertrain, the Accord Hybrid offers fuel economy of 30.0 mpg US, 3.33 The company also introduced the Accord Plug-in Hybrid, with fuel economy (gasoline plus electricity) of 70.4 mpg US, 1.42 miles) in EV mode (in Japan). km/L, 2.05

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