Green Car Congress

MARCH 16, 2021

miles per gallon (MPG). mpg, or slightly below the record high achieved in model year 2018. Preliminary data in EPA’s 2020 Automotive Trends Report shows average fuel economy for model year 2020 light-duty vehicles increased to 25.7 The MY 2019 new vehicle emission rate increased 3 g/mi to 356 g/mi. Fuel economy decreased by 0.2

Fuel Economy 243

Fuel Economy MPG EPA Fuel 243

Green Car Reports

JUNE 5, 2023

The 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid achieves an EPA-rated 33 miles of electric range with an efficiency rating of 77 MPGe combined, as well as 29 mpg combined fuel economy, the automaker announced Wednesday.

MPG 117

MPG Miles Electric Electrical 117

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Honda has confirmed a 40-mpg combined rating for the redesigned 2023 CR-V Hybrid, and it's priced the entire CR-V lineup, which now includes CR-V Hybrid Sport and Hybrid Sport Touring versions that essentially position the hybrid as the sportier choice in the lineup.

MPG 159

MPG Honda Hybrid Price 159

Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2019

By contrast, none of the light-duty vehicles produced in 1975 had fuel economy greater than 30 miles per gallon (mpg). had fuel economy over 30 mpg; by 2018, that share had grown to 27%. of light-duty vehicles produced were plug-in vehicles with fuel economies greater than 60 mpg (3.92 In 1995, 4.4% In 2018, 2.4% l/100 km).

Fuel Economy 236

Fuel Economy MPG Fuel Vehicles 236

Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2022

The new standards require an industry-wide fleet average of approximately 49 mpg for passenger cars and light trucks in model year 2026. Estimated Average of CAFE Levels (mpg) Required Under Final Rule. Passenger Cars. Light Trucks.

MPG 150

MPG Fleet Gasoline-Electric Standards 150

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid earns 40 mpg, Honda has revealed—with the addition of. Natural-rubber tires could be made from a sustainable crop in the U.S. And what’s the most aerodynamic production car in the world? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

MPG 167

MPG Cars Hybrid Honda 167

Green Car Reports

JUNE 5, 2023

Alfa Romeo’s new plug-in hybrid points toward EVs but doesn’t wow on mpg. Why is the electric VW Bus taking so long to arrive in America? GM and Stellantis pay fuel economy fines. And Colorado ramps up its state EV credits and looks to affordability. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

MPG 103

MPG Colorado Cars PHEV 103

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 18, 2021

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid will have a 33-mile electric range and 35 mpg combined fuel-economy rating, according to ratings posted Monday by the EPA. That's better than the 32 miles and 30 mpg combined that the company claimed just earlier this year—and much better than the 28 miles claimed last year.

Tucson 156

Tucson MPG Plug-in Hyundai 156

Green Car Reports

JUNE 1, 2021

The 2022 Honda Insight hybrid sedan gets a price bump for the new model year, but retains its 52 mpg combined EPA fuel-economy rating. The price increase is largely due to the elimination of the base LX trim level, leaving only the EX and Touring trim levels.

Honda Insight 188

Honda Insight MPG Honda Hybrid 188

Green Car Reports

JUNE 6, 2023

And Toyota has a whole suite of vehicles that meet the mark for AWD, 40-mpg, and $30,000. GM questions the profitability of sub-$40,000 EVs. Lexus introduces a smaller hybrid for Europe in another self-charging fog. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. GM CEO Mary Barra said last week that EV battery costs are still too high to build.

Lexus 105

Lexus MPG GM Hybrid 105

Green Car Reports

JULY 31, 2023

The federal government looks at fleet-average mpg through 2032. Chevy Blazer EV deliveries are starting soon. Mazda cancels the MX-30 for the U.S. And Tesla owners are increasingly turned off by the company’s CEO. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

MPG 94

MPG Tesla Mazda Cars 94

Green Car Reports

JULY 28, 2021

But all of those things fall to the wayside if the fuel economy don’t measure up to this model’s EPA ratings of up to 38 mpg. The 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has many things working in its favor: audacious new exterior styling, a robust feature set, and a clear advantage in drivability over the gas-only Tucson to name a few.

Tucson 187

Tucson MPG Hyundai Hybrid 187

Green Car Reports

JUNE 8, 2021

The Ford Maverick hybrid shows a 40-mpg future for gasoline compact trucks that Toyota has inexplicably omitted. Kia carries the Niro EV over as anticipation builds for the EV6. We sum up recent Tesla recalls. And Volvo has been selling a lot of plug-in hybrids. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

MPG 192

MPG Volvo Tesla Cars 192

Green Car Reports

JUNE 17, 2023

Pressing which button may help you get better hybrid mpg? Which EV outsells all but the Ford F-150? This is our look back at the Week In Reverse—right here at Green Car Reports—for the week ending Friday, June 16, 2023.

MPG 107

MPG Toyota F-150 Hybrid 107

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

four-cylinder engine with 2WD and available 6-speed automatic transmission, will have an EPA-estimated 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway, for a combined 22 mpg rating overall. The all-new midsize trucks, powered by the 2.5L

MPG 231

MPG EPA GM GMC 231

Green Car Reports

APRIL 11, 2022

And the Kia Sportage Hybrid takes the lead on mpg and value. We ride along in the future of electric Mercedes Sprinter vans, and consider the latest fully electric Jeep concept, as the EV market gains momentum. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

Kia 143

Kia Jeep MPG Mercedes 143

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The A3 40 TFSI quattro carries a 24% improvement in combined efficiency compared with the previous quattro model, with an EPA-estimated 28 mpg city/36 mpg highway/31 mpg combined.

Audi 397

Audi MPG Fuel Economy Fuel 397

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 20, 2022

A palletized MPG to power military camps and installations quietly and efficiently. This version of the MPG is expected to first be demonstrated in mid-2022. GVSC is also exploring how this version of the MPG can power heavy-duty military equipment and camps. Palletized Mobile Power Generator System.

GM 448

GM Fuel MPG Commercial 448

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 21, 2021

With expected “EPA-estimated” ratings of 42 mpg city, 33 combined, provided as part of an update from the automaker on Thursday, the Maverick Hybrid will offer an EPA range of more than 500 miles on.

MPG 169

MPG Ford Hybrid EPA 169

Green Car Congress

MARCH 7, 2019

Since 2004, CO 2 emissions have decreased 23%, or 104 g/mi, and fuel economy has increased 29%, or 5.6 Preliminary data suggest further improvements in model year 2018. Average estimated real-world CO 2 emissions are projected to fall 8 g/mi to 348 g/mi and fuel economy is projected to increase 0.5

Fuel Economy 268

Fuel Economy MPG EPA Fuel 268

Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Airstream and its parent company Thor Industries surprised and excited RV enthusiasts and EV enthusiasts alike last month with an eStream electric travel trailer concept that might essentially go off the grid for days, boost the range or mpg of the tow vehicle, and potentially maneuver itself into a camping or charging spot.

MPG 146

MPG Range Electric Electrical 146

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 4, 2021

The 40-mpg versions of the Maverick hybrid pickup might be hard to find. An EV tax credit could soon extend to used vehicles. And the Leaf is now the lowest-priced EV in the U.S. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. With a price cut of more than $4,000, the 2022 Nissan Leaf is shaping up to be the lowest-priced U.S.-market

Tax Credit 184

Tax Credit MPG Nissan Tax 184

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

The 2017 Cruze Diesel Sedan ( earlier post ) fitted with the six-speed manual transmission offers an EPA-estimated highway mileage of 52 mpg (4.52 The six-speed manual model returns an EPA-estimated city mileage of 30 mpg (7.83 l/100 km), resulting in 37 mpg (6.35 l/100 km) combined.

MPG 170

MPG Diesel EPA Chevrolet 170

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 8, 2019

The half-ton EcoDiesel will be rated at 32 miles per gallon (mpg) highway, 22 mpg city for 4x2 models; 29 mpg highway, 21 mpg city for 4x4 models. Ram 1500’s unsurpassed 29 mpg highway fuel economy rating for 4x4 models is significant in that 4x4 models represent more than 80% of the U.S. full-size truck mix.

MPG 223

MPG Fuel Economy EPA Diesel 223

Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The 53-mpg Kia Niro Hybrid slots in well below $30,000. The 2023 Nissan Ariya starts around $45,000 but isn’t eligible for the EV tax credit. And Polestar is winding up for an October 12 reveal for its next model. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Polestar revealed a few more details regarding its upcoming, U.S.-built

MPG 105

MPG Nissan Hybrid Cars 105

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 4, 2021

The 2022 Ford Maverick hybrid pickup offers three-quarter-ton payload and will tow up to 2,000 pounds; and yet it’s expected to achieve a 40 mpg city rating from the EPA.

MPG 176

MPG Hybrid Ford EPA 176

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 21, 2021

And Ford tops 40 mpg with a pickup. Ford has revealed an estimated EPA rating of 42 mpg for its Maverick Hybrid pickup, which starts arriving in January. Volvo and Polestar models get an update for more predictable charging and range. One of California’s EV incentives is soon getting halved.

MPG 123

MPG Volvo Hybrid California 123

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

mpg from the value in December, according to the latest monthly figures from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. mpg from the value in October 2007, the first month of their monitoring. mpg from the value in October 2007, the first month of their monitoring.

MPG 268

MPG Fuel Economy Fuel Vehicles 268

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 7, 2021

mpg for both years). Noteworthy fuel-economy trends, taking into account the length of time represented: A minor decrease between 1966 and 1973 (from 13.5 A modest increase between 1973 and 1991 (from 12.9 No change between 1991 and 2004 (19.6 A modest increase between 2004 and 2008 (from 19.6 A minor increase between 2008 and 2019 (from 21.8

Fuel Economy 435

Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Light 435

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 11, 2019

The Escape Hybrid achieves 41 mpg combined (44 mpg city, 37 highway) with front wheel drive, or 40 mpg combined (43 mpg city, 37 mpg highway) with all-wheel drive. Official EPA fuel economy ratings have been released for the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid, and they’re among the best in its class.

MPG 91

MPG Escape Toyota Hybrid 91

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its new 2020 Sonata Hybrid, featuring up to 686 miles of driving range and an EPA-estimated 52 mpg combined fuel economy rating on the Blue trim. This is the first time the Sonata Hybrid has been shown in North America. The new Sonata Hybrid goes on sale this spring and is built in Asan, Korea.

Hyundai 403

Hyundai Hybrid MPG Solar 403

Green Car Reports

MARCH 23, 2021

Lincoln’s second plug-in vehicle—after the release of the Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid last year—will go an EPA-rated 28 electric miles on a charge, followed by 33 mpg as a hybrid.

MPG 156

MPG Plug-in Plug Hybrid 156

Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Honda has announced some significant performance upgrades to the Accord Hybrid’s powertrain for the 2021 model year, while preserving its 48-mpg combined rating.

MPG 154

MPG Honda Hybrid Motor 154

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 8, 2017

mpg from June, according to the latest monthly report from Dr. Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring), but still down 0.1 mpg from the peak of 25.5 mpg reached in August 2014. l/100 km)—up 0.3

Fuel Economy 170

Fuel Economy MPG Vehicles Fuel 170

Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Ford has confirmed a 25-mpg combined EPA fuel economy rating for the most fuel-efficient version of the F-150 hybrid lineup, which carries the PowerBoost badge. Ford says that 4x2 versions of the F-150 hybrid come in at 25 mpg city, 26 highway, and 25 combined—with a range of 750 miles on a tank of gasoline.

F-150 143

F-150 MPG Gasoline Ford 143

Green Car Congress

MAY 6, 2016

Elantra Eco is the most fuel efficient Elantra, delivering an EPA estimated 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) on the highway and 35 mpg (6.71 Hyundai Motor America has priced the all-new 2017 Elantra Eco starting at $20,650. l/100 km) in combined city and highway driving. The Elantra Eco is fitted with a 1.4-liter

MPG 150

MPG Hyundai 2017 EPA 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

mpg from September, according to the monthly analysis from Michael Sivak and Brendan Schoettle from the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI). mpg since October 2007 (the first month of their monitoring). The average fuel-economy (window-sticker) value of new vehicles sold in the US in October was 24.8

Fuel Economy 355

Fuel Economy MPG Fuel Vehicles 355