The Truth About Cars

MAY 3, 2024

Last week’s match-up between the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 was fairly close. This led to many assuming the Toyota would handle long-term abuse better than the Honda — which was further supported by the vehicle having been on the market longer and proven itself as reliable. They’ll both hit 60 mph in about 8 seconds.

Mazda 80

Mazda Toyota MPG Honda 80

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The XSE trim is new to the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid, offering sporty styling cues that reinforce the value and appeal of this highly efficient five-passenger sedan. A sleeker, more slippery Camry Hybrid. Hybrid Efficiency. With the majority of driving on freeways, traveling no faster than 75 mph, Clean Fleet Report averaged 47.7

Camry Hybrid 69

Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 69

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 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has a gasoline-powered 3.6-liter The EPA rates fuel economy, when using the hybrid gasoline-only engine at 30 miles per gallon.

Chrysler 80

Chrysler Plug-in Plug Hybrid 80

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Oh, and could you get used to 32 miles of all-electric driving and 30+ mph when in hybrid mode? The newly styled 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is ready for your test drive. When Clean Fleet Report first reviewed the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid in 2017, it was the only electrified minivan on the market. Ready to ride.

Chrysler 93

Chrysler Plug-in Hybrid Plug 93

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 17, 2021

Now in its second year, the 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid sets the bar high for five-passenger sedans. Hyundai can rightly claim the Sonata Hyundai Hybrid looks like no other sedan, highlighted by a distinctive LED headlight design, which is edged by a very unique and compelling daylight running light strip. Exterior Statement.

Hyundai 71

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 71

Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2009

General Motors 2MT70 FWD two-mode hybrid transaxle, as seen from. GM Developing Additional Full Hybrid System for Smaller Vehicles. To address that, GM is developing a third full hybrid system targeted at those applications, said Larry Nitz, GM Executive Director of Hybrid Powertrains, during an interview at SAE 2009 World Congress.

GM 257

GM Saturn Hybrid VUE 257

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2022

The 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a 2.5-liter The Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a 2.5-liter liter 4-cylinder while the non-hybrid models have either the gasoline 1.5-liter The drive and power modes described above present several options for tailored driving. SE $35,435.

Escape 91

Escape PHEV Ford Plug-in 91

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. This Flash Drive will touch on both models, which are significantly different vehicles, spotlighting the Sportage Hybrid. Sportage Hybrid. Sportage Plug-In Hybrid. Hybrid Smooth Operator.

Kia 84

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 84

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

This is the opposite of the approach taken by Toyota with its Mirai fuel cell vehicle ( earlier post ) and Honda with its new FCV Concept ( earlier post ). The Group is not—unlike Toyota, Honda and Hyundai—announcing production dates and initial markets for its fuel cell vehicles. Earlier post.). Click to enlarge.

Audi 278

Audi Hydrogen Fuel Concept 278

Green Car Congress

MARCH 2, 2009

Of that 10% improvement, about 6% can be attributed to the new hybrid system (including the larger combustion engine) and about 4% to efficiency improvements in other aspects of the vehicle, such as better aerodynamics, said Chief Engineer Akihiko Otsuka. Hybrid Synergy Drive. Click to enlarge. Fuel tank. A new resin 11.9-gallon

Prius 186

Prius 2010 Toyota Hybrid 186

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

As a test, part of those miles were driven with the cruise control set at 65 mph where we averaged 44 mpg, and at 60 mph resulting in 51.4 Road Test: 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Road Test: 2022 Honda Civic. Road Test: 2020 Honda Insight Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2021 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid.

Kia 72

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 72

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

But over a 240-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, we averaged an impressive 37.5 The sleek look begins with Kia’s signature Tiger Nose front grille that presents an aggressive look, especially when turning-on the four beam LED projection headlights, and amber LED daytime running lights.

Kia 76

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 76

Green Car Congress

JUNE 27, 2017

Volkswagen appears to be intending for its rightsized, efficient and powerful gasoline engines to fill the fuel-efficiency gap left by the absence of its diesels from the market—without relying on the additional cost of a mild- or full-hybrid system. 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. 2017 Honda CR-V. Select compact SUVs.

2018 314

2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

The study—“A portfolio of powertrains for Europe: a fact-based analysis”—compares the economics, sustainability and performance of fuel cell, battery-electric, hybrid-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles in achieving the decarbonization goal. Medium- or heavy-duty vehicles were not included.

Plug-in 244

Plug-in PHEV Transportation Plug 244

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

seconds from 50-70 mph. But in two 150-mile highway runs with the cruise control set at 65 mph and in the Eco or Normal drive mode, we averaged an impressive 38.9 We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements. Times for 0-60 runs were a respectable 6.1

MPG 72

MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 72

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 28, 2021

However, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, an all freeway run of 125 miles returned an average of 32.1 This is a business where the future kills the present. Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid. Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. Road Test: 2021 Kia K5.

Carbon 77

Carbon Mazda MPG Clean 77

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

An Extreme Real World EV Driving (Charging) Test True Long Range: 1,796 Miles and Four States in a 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Ford presented a great opportunity to test the long-range suitability of the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E when I received an invitation to attend the Ford Bronco Off-Roadeo program in Moab, Utah.

Las Vegas 84

Las Vegas Charging Utah Miles 84

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

turbocharged inline six-cylinder gasoline engine was mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system, producing 429 hp and 384 lb.-ft. Last year’s Lexus ES F Sport model (non-hybrid) was $46,550. There are two engine options–a hybrid system and the 471 hp/398 lb.-ft. seconds to 60 mph. Honda Civic Sport. Honda Civic Touring.

Lexus 96

Lexus Mercedes Volvo Clean 96

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

Eco Two models to kcik things off Dual 150 kW motors producing 348 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque AWD 82 kWh battery 124 mph maximum top speed 6.5 seconds: 0-60 mph 191 mile driving range. ( We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements.

San Diego 96

San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 96

Green Car Congress

MAY 3, 2009

In 2005, BMW Group Research and Engineering announced it was developing a steam-powered auxiliary drive—the Turbosteamer—to use the waste heat present in the exhaust gases and cooling system from a conventional gasoline engine as its source of power. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Ringler et al.

Waste 150

Waste BMW Power Powered 150

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 18, 2022

We did a bit better on a 120-mile freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 28.1 Selecting the Sport mode for that extra oomph helped turn 0-60 mph in about 6.3 Offering the Santa Cruz as a hybrid would allow it to equal the Ford Maverick compact pickup for fuel efficiency.

Hyundai 81

Hyundai MPG Clean Cleaning 81

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 11, 2021

A 100-mile piece of those miles was an all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph and in Eco mode, returning 32.1 Ford announced in the next decade the majority of its vehicles will be electric, and gasoline-powered vehicles like the Bronco Sport will be hybrid or plug-in hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V.

Ford 66

Ford MPG Jeep Fuel Economy 66

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 16, 2023

But in two 110-mile highway runs at 65 mph, we averaged 33.4 The Golf GTI holds its own against competing rivals like the Hyundai Elantra N , Toyota Corolla GR and the Honda Civic Type R and Si. We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements. Your numbers may differ.

MPG 84

MPG Clean Cleaning Fleet 84

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 26, 2021

mpg on a 106-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. Road Test: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid. Road Test: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Road Test: 2020 Honda CR-V. Flash Drive: 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid. The EPA rates the CX-5 2.5L

Mazda 62

Mazda MPG Fuel Economy Clean 62

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Acceleration was peppy, in the mid-five-second range to 60 mph, which is about two seconds faster than the single motor rear-wheel drive ID4. What you will get with the ID4 AWD is better performance than any gasoline-powered compact crossover, such as a Nissan Rogue or Honda CR-V. Underneath the ID4 is VW’s basic EV platform.

All-Electric 72

All-Electric Miles SUV Charging 72

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

mpg, but did a bit better on a 207-mile freeway run with the smart cruise control set at 65 mph, achieving 25.1 To jump over the midsize SUVs of the Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer , Chevrolet Traverse , Volkswagen Atlas , Toyota Highlander and the Kia Telluride , the Palisade Calligraphy had better be a step up. Three-Row SUV Comparison.

Hyundai 105

Hyundai Fuel Economy SUV Fleet 105

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

mpg over a 130-mile run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. It wouldn’t be a surprise if the next generation RDX is a hybrid or plug-in hybrid to get that fuel economy into the mid-30 miles per gallon range. We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements.

Acura 77

Acura MPG Fuel Economy SUV 77

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

mpg, but in a 99-mile highway run at 65 mph, we averaged 34.3 We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

Fuel Economy 81

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 81

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2023

mpg, but a somewhat better 29 mpg on a 94-mile all-freeway run with the adaptive cruise control set at 65 mph. We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements. The EPA rates the CX-5 2.5L Turbo AWD at 22 mpg city/27 highway/24 combined. Your numbers may differ.

Mazda 71

Mazda Clean Cleaning MPG 71

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 8, 2023

does 0-60 mph in about 7.9 We do our best to present our unvarnished evaluations of vehicles and news irrespective of these inducements. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Video by Subaru.

MPG 81

MPG SUV Clean Cleaning 81

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2021

From largest to smallest it goes Palisade, Santa Fe/Santa Fe Hybrid, Tucson/Tucson PHEV, Nexo FCEV, Kona/Kona EV and Venue. In 514 miles of 75-percent highway/25-percent city driving, we averaged 38 mpg; on one highway run with the cruise control set at 65 mph and in the Normal drive mode, we achieved 42.9 Road Test: 2020 Honda HR-V.

Hyundai 52

Hyundai Fuel Economy MPG Economy 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2009

On 20 April, the opening day of the SAE 2009 World Congress, the AVL Technology Leadership Theater presented a forum on “Green Mobility—The Long View”. Organized by Shane Chang at Honda Research Institute USA Inc., Examples of advanced powertrains are turbo charged gas engines, diesel and hybrid. by Bill Cooke. 8.6 / 10.6.

2009 150

2009 Congress 2007 Personal 150

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

A car like the Circuit does not like to be stuck on roads with 25 mph speed limits, but those roads made up most of the prescribed route. Well see how the masses respond when they are presented with the full reality of Chryslers first (?) fully electric car. Still, for all the faults, this is a very promising vehicle.

Dodge Circuit 45

Dodge Circuit Dodge Electric Cars Chrysler 45

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

The Think Global would definitly be classified as a mini-car, several size classes smaller than a compact car like the Honda Civic or Ford Focus. With a top speed of only 65 MPH and a 100 mile range, the Think Global will remain a niche City Car for conspicuous green consumers who aren’t concerned about safety.

Manufacturer 34

Manufacturer Electric Cars Cars i-MiEV 34