Green Car Congress

APRIL 24, 2017

Among these are two projects in the fuel cells area and four projects in the vehicle area. Other projects address advanced manufacturing, bioenergy, buildings, geothermal, solar, water and wind technologies. In the first two rounds of the program, 12 DOE national labs received funding to partner with 76 small businesses.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 9, 2016

The C2G analysis spans a full portfolio of midsize light-duty vehicles (LDVs), including conventional internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs); flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs); hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs); plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs); battery electric vehicles (BEVs); and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2015

The 3-row, 7-seat SUV weighs 5,059 lbs (2,295 kg) in its PHEV version (4,627 lbs/2,099 kg conventional), yet delivers the performance, handling and feel of a smaller luxury sporty sedan, even up and down twisty canyon roads. Fuel consumption ( ECE ) 1 (L/100km). This version of the Q7 PHEV will also use a 2.0-liter CO 2 (g/km).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 24, 2013

Panamera S E-Hybrid PHEV on the road. The lowest fuel consumption value recorded on the circuit course for the Panamera plug-in hybrid was 2.8 NEDC testing indicates combined cycle fuel consumption of 3.1 mpg US) for the PHEV, with accompanying CO 2 emissions (combined) of 71 g/km. Click to enlarge. l/100 km (53.4

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Volvo has flipped its usual script with the 2023 XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid, but it hasn’t sacrificed any of the benefits of owning a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV), which is the perfect bridge between a gasoline and electric power. The ride was supple, but not soft or floaty, and felt great on winding roads.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 22, 2016

PHEVLERs are defined as PHEVs with sufficient battery capacity for all electric driving of twice the average daily distance. [ That is, PHEVLERs can store electricity whenever sun and wind-generated electricity is plentiful, and then can send stored power back into the smart grid at times when more electric power is needed.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kia also has all-new 2023 versions of the Niro EV and Niro PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report will be reviewing separately, so make sure to sign-up for the newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid is the class leader in fuel economy. Efficient with Low Emissions.

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 1, 2023

Turbocharged+Supercharged Under the hood–power and surprising fuel economy The potent power from the turbocharged and electric supercharged 3.5-liter Running on premium, the EPA rates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24/highway/20 combined. The Eco and Comfort modes are where the best fuel economy will be found.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

Prototype Saturn Vue PHEV plugging in to a Coulomb Chargepoint ( earlier post ) in San Jose, CA. Based on the current restructuring plan, GM is accelerating the wind-down or sale of Saturn to the end of this year. Click to enlarge. of Energy (DOE) and nonprofit Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2009

The Ford PHEV charge settings user interface. Electric vehicles are an important element of our strategy for improving fuel economy and reducing CO 2 emissions. Ford’s PHEV vehicle-to-grid communications. when electricity rates are cheaper, or when the grid is using only renewable energy such as wind or solar power.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 23, 2021

If you are looking for comfort, versatility, great looks, a very accommodating and large interior, some innovative features and surprisingly good fuel economy, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is for you. Power and Torque and Fuel Sipping. Fuel economy for the 3.0L It did not disappoint. liter Duramax turbodiesel engine.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2016

The PHEV is the minivan segment’s first. liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces best-in-class horsepower (287) and torque (262 lb-ft), along with leading fuel economy of an estimated 28 mpg highway. Class-leading aerodynamics contribute to the Pacifica’s fuel efficiency.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 17, 2015

The alternative-fuel car evolved to reduce exhaust emissions and other problems derived from burning fossil fuels. The PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), a subset of the electric car, combines a primary electric motor with a much smaller back-up engine fueled with a hydrocarbon/biofuel mix. (In

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

If this is appealing, then the 2022 Pacifica plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is what you are looking for. 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 about more than 520 miles? How It Works.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2009

The Balance Hybrid drivetrain offers electric-launch assist, engine-off at idle and regenerative braking, and delivers an up to 40% improvement in fuel economy and up to 30% reduction in maintenance costs. Azure Dynamics’ patent portfolio includes 21 total patents issued or pending.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Then the marriage of the two propulsion systems is what you should consider, especially the impressively efficient 2023 Kia Niro plug-in electric hybrid vehicle (PHEV). 2 Powertrains in one The 2023 Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter 2 Powertrains in one The 2023 Niro PHEV is powered by a 1.6-liter miles per gallon.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 7, 2017

The database includes joint Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and GHG emission standards for LDVs. The Boulder team’s BAU reference scenario was unmodified from the 2014 EPA US9R database, including EPA’s efficiency and cost estimates for future gasoline ICEV, HEV, PHEV, BEV, and ethanol vehicles.

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Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

When putting the S500 in drive and pulling away, you hear a distinctive click that reassures the door handles have retracted and will not be grabbing the wind as you whoosh down the road. The 48-volt system also improves fuel economy, especially on the highway. Road Test: 2019 BMW 745e PHEV. of torque through EQ Boost.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2009

Improvements result from an optimistic scenario achieving doubling of new vehicle fuel economy in 2035 from today’s value. Projected consumption assumes efficiency improvements in powertrain and vehicle are offset by increases in performance, size and weight. Source: America’s Energy Future, Fig. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2013

Aspirational targets among seven countries participating in the Electric Vehicle Initiative would see growth from just under 2 million EV and PHEVs to just under 20 million by 2020. Between 2009 and 2011, Chinese buyers purchased 13,000 EVs and PHEVs—more than U.S. Source: “Electric Vehicle Grid Integration”. Click to enlarge.

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Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Toyota says the lithium-ion battery is 15% more efficient and weighs less, both of which are key for getting high fuel economy. If opting for the Prius Prime plug-in-hybrid (PHEV), the 0-60 time drops to 6.6 For the Prius Prime PHEV, Toyota did not release the expected fuel economy. Both are mated to a 2.0-liter

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2017

Renewables are projected to be the fastest growing fuel source, growing at an average rate of 7.6% per year, quadrupling over the Outlook, driven by increasing competitiveness of both solar and wind. A key driver of the pace at which EVs penetrate the global car fleet is the extent to which fuel economy standards are tightened.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

For the study, they define EVs as including both battery-electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) vehicles. The orange increment, in the 20% EV and 100% EV cases, is from linking fuel efficiency standards. The controlled charging of EVs can reduce electricity costs and improve the integration of wind energy.

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Joining the SUV lineup of Crosstrek, Forester, Outback and Ascent, the Solterra is not Subaru’s first model with a plug as the Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) debuted in 2019. Road Test: 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe PHEV. But the Solterra completely leaves gasoline behind and is all-electrons all-the-time.

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Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Using 87 octane fuel, there is a total system of 260 horsepower combined. The Environmental Protection Agency rates fuel economy at 30 mpg highway and combined in hybrid mode, with an impressive 84 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) that measures the pure electric mode. mpg based on the dashboard computer. Yep, all on one tank.

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Plug In Partners

JANUARY 11, 2008

Sandalow : If you plug a first-generation (PHEV) into a coal-fired plant, you would still be producing fewer heat-trapping gases than you would driving the average car powered by oil. But the real win is to plug these cars into renewable energy sources like wind and solar. by 2020.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

About CalCars Plug-In Hybrids FAQ How to Get a PHEV Where PHEVs are Car-Makers Say. We can achieve that -- today -- with a plug-in hybrid (PHEV). A PHEV is essentially a regular hybrid with an extension cord. But theyve needed definitive proof that PHEVs wont increase pollution. What Are Plug-In Hybrids?

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Although the EPA has not as of this writing released the final fuel economy numbers for the US A3 e-tron, Filip Brabec, Director, Product Management, Audi of America, said that the figures will be around 83 to 86 MPGe combined (depending on the equipment level), with 35 to 39 mpg gasoline only and 16-17 miles of EV range.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2016

Because the high-voltage battery is both power and energy dense, engineers were able to use the downsized gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and reduce emissions. Niro is targeting a combined fuel efficiency rating of 50 mpg (4.7 Furthermore, acoustic windshield glass and carefully shaped side mirrors mitigate wind noise.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

For example, fuel economy statistics and a graphic display of the electric range is shown on the navigation map. The Q7 PHEV will arrive in dealerships in Germany in 2016, and will likely come to the US, although perhaps with a gasoline-engine variant. A tilt angle display is standard with the optional air springs.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 24, 2009

Electric vehicles are an important element of our strategy for improving fuel economy and reducing CO2 emissions,” said Bill Ford, Ford’s executive chairman. when electricity rates are cheaper, or when the grid is using only renewable energy such as wind or solar power. “We

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Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

Fuel economy and performance numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Otherwise, the cabin is quiet with little wind or tire noise. In 450 miles driving through Southern California, we averaged 25.6 Your numbers may differ.

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Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

The EPA estimates the G80’s fuel economy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. For better economy, the 2.5L If fuel economy is a pacing item, then getting 32 mpg with the smaller displacement probably is worth foregoing the performance benefits of the larger engine. Road Test: 2018 BMW 530e xDrive PHEV.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2012

The FOA covers 8 broad topics—Vehicles; Biomass; Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies; Advanced Manufacturing; Buildings; Solar; Water; and Wind—and 30 subtopics aligned with Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) programs. EERE is the only program Office participating in this FOA.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The study focused on a portfolio of powertrains: BEVs, FCEVs, PHEVs and ICEs, taking into account significant advances in ICE technology between now and 2020. Wind : Nordex. A world skewed towards electric powertrains (25% FCEVs, 35% BEVs, 35% PHEVs, 5% ICEs). Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

The Ioniq Hybrid offers up to the highest fuel economy in the US (up to 58 mpg / 4.05 In driving the PHEV variant, for example, there was little change in the cabin noise level (~60-65 dB as measured on an iPhone) when switching from all-electric operation at 60 mph to hybrid operation (when the engine kicked in). Earlier post.)

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EV Connect

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, or PHEVs, can charge through the same 240V charging station that other EVs use. In urban driving, when the PHEV has a chance to recharge through regenerative braking, the range may be longer. The short answer to that question is: Yes. What Are the Benefits of Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles?

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