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SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

e-POWER features a 100% electric motor-driven system that provides responsive acceleration, smooth deceleration and cabin quietness similar to an EV, while removing the need for external charging due to an onboard gasoline engine that charges the battery pack when necessary. L/100 km (60 mpg US).

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JULY 6, 2013

The Nikkei reports that the hybrid version of Honda’s next-generation Fit, powered by a newly developed engine and electric motor, is capable of delivering fuel economy of about 36 km/l of gasoline (84.7 mpg US, or 2.8 mpg US, 3.8 mpg US), while the Prius liftback offers 32.6 l/100 km) in tests based on the JC08.

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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. mpg by 2016. Earlier post.)

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MPG Hyundai America Fuel Economy 223

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MARCH 9, 2022

liter in-line four-cylinder Skyactiv-G gasoline engine with a 100 kW electric motor and a 355V, 17.8 liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system. liter e-Skyactiv X gasoline engine, both featuring Mazda’s 48V mild hybrid system. kWh battery pack. liter e-Skyactiv D diesel unit and a 3.0

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NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Toyota Financial Services (TFS) issued its first euro-denominated unsecured Green Bond today, expanding its commitment to the sale of environmentally friendly vehicles. The TFS Green Bond program was reviewed by Sustainalytics, a leading global provider of environmental, social and corporate governance research, ratings and analytics.

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OCTOBER 15, 2012

announced that its cumulative worldwide sales of hybrid vehicles surpassed 1 million units as of the end of September 2012. This milestone was reached 12 years and 11 months after the start of sales of the first generation Insight in Japan November 1999, which realized fuel economy of 35 km/liter (82.3 mpg US, 2.86 Earlier post.)

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JULY 16, 2012

unveiled the new Nissan Note, a global B-segment compact car, at a world premiere held at the Osanbashi venue in Yokohama. The new Note goes on sale in Japan this fall and in Europe in 2013. gasoline direct injection supercharged HR12DDR (DIG-S) ( earlier post ) and the HR12DE, which has received acclaim in the Nissan March.

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JANUARY 4, 2012

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volvo Car Corporation will unveil the Volvo XC60 gasoline-electric Plug-in Hybrid Concept. In February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, Volvo introduced the diesel-electric V60 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) to go on sale in Europe later this year. L/100 km, 102 mpg US).

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Gasoline-Electric Plug-in Volvo Gasoline 268

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MARCH 4, 2015

With the launch of the Auris Hybrid in 2010, Toyota became the first manufacturer to offer a choice of three powertrains (gasoline, gasoline-electric hybrid, and diesel) in the C-segment. 1.2T: an all-new direct injection turbo gasoline engine. engine that went on sale in AYGO and Yaris last year. Click to enlarge.

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Gasoline Engine Toyota Gasoline-Electric 150

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. Hybrids are expected to account for about half of global new-car sales by 2040. Without the projected gains in efficiency, global energy demand could have risen by more than 100%. Click to enlarge.

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Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Sale 309

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DECEMBER 10, 2014

As the world population increases by the estimated 30% from 2010 to 2040, ExxonMobil sees global GDP rising by about 140%, but energy demand by only about 35% due to greater efficiency. The Outlook for Energy provides ExxonMobil’s long-term view of global energy demand and supply. Click to enlarge. Outlook for Energy.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2015

l/100 km (56 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km. l/100km (49 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 125g/km. l/100km (49 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions from 125g/km. The 2016 model year Evoque is also offered with Land Rover’s existing advanced 240PS Si4 gasoline engine. l/100km (30 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 181g/km.

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JANUARY 25, 2016

Global energy demand will increase 25% between 2014 and 2040, driven by population growth and economic expansion, ExxonMobil forecasts in the 2016 edition of its annual The Outlook for Energy. ExxonMobil expects natural gas is expected to meet about 40% of the growth in global energy needs; demand for the fuel will increase by 50%.

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2014 Carbon Energy Fuel Economy 150

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AUGUST 15, 2013

Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. The GLA, which will go on sale in 2014, is Mercedes-Benz’ first entry into the fast-growing compact SUV segment. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure).

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Fuel Economy Mercedes MPG SUV 259

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MARCH 31, 2010

Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 L/100km) in the city when it goes on sale this fall. Introduction of the new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also complements Ford’s global electrification plan, which calls for the introduction of five new electrified vehicles by 2013. Earlier post.) Click to enlarge.

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2011 HS 250h MPG Hybrid 170

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MAY 15, 2014

In the study, the Ford team derived regional CO 2 targets for new LDVs while still providing an integrated view of the global LDV fleet—a perspective critical to the planning needs for global automotive firms. They refer to these emission trajectories as the global CO 2 caps.

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Light Global CO2 Ford 261

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APRIL 4, 2012

Chevrolet is unveiling its all-new 2014 Impala at the New York Auto Show; the redesigned full-size flagship sedan goes on sale in early 2013 as the model’s 10 th generation. Impala was the best-selling full-size sedan in the US 2011, with sales of more than 171,000 units. V-6, new 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L L/100 km) on the highway.

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MAY 23, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions solutions for commercial fleets, announced the LightningElectric Ford Transit product line ( earlier post ) will expand to include a 150-mile range version, adding to the 50-mile and 100-mile versions. —Tim Reeser, CEO, Lightning Systems.

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Miles Ford All-Electric Range 170

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DECEMBER 19, 2017

As a result, the 2-door Insight launched as the most fuel-efficient EPA certified gasoline-fueled vehicle with a highway rating of 70 mpg (3.36 senior vice president of Automobile Sales and general manager of the Honda Division, American Honda Motor Co., First-generation Insight. —Henio Arcangeli, Jr.,

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OCTOBER 1, 2009

Ltd revealed the sketch of its upcoming global compact car. The new global compact. Thailand’s first product champion—the one-ton pick-up—has seen sales dwindling over the past few years. The vehicle must meet the Eco-car specifications: Fuel consumption (gasoline or diesel) equal to or less than 5.0L/100km 94 and Reg.

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Thailand Nissan Global Cars 186

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APRIL 4, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of zero-emissions solutions for commercial fleets, is taking its new Ford Transit LightningElectric model ( earlier post ) on the road, showcasing the recently released vehicle efficiency ratings of 61 MPGe on in-town routes and 66 MPGe on highway.

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JANUARY 20, 2024

Efficiency-focused Elantra Hybrid Blue models retain the 54-mpg combined EPA rating. Set to arrive in summer 2024, the 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid will be much more than a niche model, with the automaker anticipating 40% of Civic sales will be hybrids. sales in calendar year 2023. inch infotainment screen.

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Affordable Honda Hyundai Toyota 96

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OCTOBER 7, 2016

In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime exceeds all competitors’ fuel economy ratings with EPA-estimated 55 city/53 highway/54 combined MPG. 1, yet runs on regular-grade gasoline. All Prius models are built around Toyota’s New Global Architecture (TNGA) and feature double-wishbone independent rear suspension. Pricing starts at $27,100.

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MARCH 10, 2019

At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, BMW announced the market launch of a plug-in hybrid variant of the globally popular BMW X3. liters per 100 kilometers (98 mpg US) , with CO 2 emissions of up to 56 grams per kilometer. liters per 100 kilometers (138 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions reduced to 39 grams per kilometer. BMW X3 xDrive30e.

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Plug-in BMW Plug Hybrid 332

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MAY 14, 2019

turbocharged gasoline engine and two electric motors for a system output of up to 300hp. l/100 km (107 mpg US) with 49 g/km CO 2. litr†e turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder gasoline engine specially adapted to the hybrid application; and. Preliminary WLTP/NEDC fuel consumption (weighted, combined) is 2.2

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JULY 16, 2014

gasoline unit that is the first member of a new family of 14 highly efficient engines to be launched by 2015. mpg US), and CO 2 emissions reduced to 95 g/km in conjunction with a stop/start system. Mass-produced gasoline engines on average have a thermal efficiency of between 30 and 35%, Toyota said.). A 4-cylinder, 1.33-liter

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2014 Engine Toyota Hybrid 273

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

liter EcoBoost engine ( earlier post ) is set to go on sale in the 2014 Ford Fiesta. Rated at 45 mpg EPA highway (5.2 —Bob Fascetti, vice president, Ford global powertrain. By year-end, Ford expects to sell more than 500,000 vehicles equipped with Auto Start-Stop globally. liter EcoBoost. Earlier post.).

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Available Ford 2017 America 351

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MAY 10, 2017

The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee mid-size SUV has become the second gasoline-driven, US-made, US-brand vehicle to qualify for Japan’s Eco-Car tax break. Jeep is Japan’s top-selling US vehicle brand; sales hit a record high of 9,388 in 2016—a 31.7% mpg US, 10.4 Globally, the Jeep brand recorded 1.42 jump, year-over-year.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2009

GM Europe is launching the Chevrolet Spark ( earlier post ), providing more detail on the all-new mini car prior to its going on sale in Europe in the first quarter of 2010. The mini-car (A car) segment is the fastest growing area of the new car market globally. Two gasoline engines are on offer at launch with displacements of 1.0

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2010 Engine Sale MPH 210

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Kia Motors has provided a few more details on the new hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains planned for the all-new Optima, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to broaden its global range of low-emission vehicles. liter Nu four-cylinder GDI (gasoline direct injection) engine at its core. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 4, 2013

From January through September 2013, total electric drive sales were 457,704 units (EDTA); Ford’s electric drive sales climbed to 67,232 units during that period (14.7%). Monthly 2013 sales of Ford electric drive vehicles. Monthly 2013 sales of Ford electric drive vehicles. Accordingly, in 2012, Ford only held a 7.5%

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APRIL 21, 2016

In addition to the Clarity series, a reengineered 2017 Accord Hybrid will go on-sale this spring. On a global basis, Honda is aiming to have electrified vehicles account for two-thirds of its vehicles sales around 2030. Following the US launch of the Clarity Fuel Cell in late 2016, the Clarity Electric will go on-sale in 2017.

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2017 Honda Plug-in Hybrid 150

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MARCH 15, 2017

EPA fuel economy ratings of 26/27/27 mpg2 (city/highway/combined) are up 8/1/6 mpg over the non-hybrid variant. The MDX Sport Hybrid’s electric SH-AWD system operates independently of the gasoline engine as the two rear-mounted electric motors dynamically apportion both positive and negative torque directly to the rear wheels.

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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 miles per gallon combined gasoline and electricity.

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MAY 27, 2016

Through April, Fusion Energi sales are up 58%. More than 40% of the company’s nameplates globally will be electrified by the end of this decade. The 2017 Ford Fusion Energi has an EPA-estimated rating of 43 city/41 hwy/42 combined MPG, a 14 gallon tank and 21 miles all-electric range. Ford insights on plug-in hybrid drivers.

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Fusion 2017 Miles Ford 199

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DECEMBER 5, 2012

Transportation sector gasoline demand declines. Increased sales for hybrids and PHEVs. Projected sales of alternative-fuel vehicles in the AEO2013 Reference case are lower than in AEO2012, with the majority of the reduction reflected in sales of flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs), which in 2035 are about 1.3 Click to enlarge.

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JULY 24, 2018

Kia Motors’ upgraded 2018 Kia Sportage ( earlier post ), the brand’s global best-selling vehicle, offers a 2.0-liter These new powertrains deliver greater performance and efficiency, and sit alongside the Sportage’s range of gasoline engines. For other global markets, the 2.0-liter For selected global markets, the 2.0-liter

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