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DECEMBER 7, 2011

The current vehicle footprint-based Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards create a financial incentive for automakers to increase vehicle size, except under certain limited conditions of consumer preference for vehicle size, according to a study by University of Michigan researchers Kate Whitefoot and Steven Skerlos. 10 11 –5.17×10

Standards

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OCTOBER 1, 2016

Porsche unveiled the new Panamera 4 E-Hybrid plug-in hybrid ( earlier post )—the fourth model in the Panamera line—at the Paris Motor Show. l/100 km (94 mpg US) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models, with up to 50 km (31 miles) all-electric range. That corresponds to CO 2 emissions of 56 g/km.

Porsche

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APRIL 3, 2012

Porsche will offer the Cayenne Diesel in the United States market for the first time beginning with the 2013 model year. preliminary internal estimates, the Cayenne Diesel SUV will achieve a rating of 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined (11.7, The Cayenne Diesel is powered by a 3.0-liter Final figures will be.

Cayenne

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2013

Porsche is introducing a new 300 bhp (221 kW) 3.0L mpg US )—equivalent to 169 CO 2 /km—a small improvement on the 6.5 l/100 km (36 mpg US) of the standard earlier 250 hp model. mpg US )—equivalent to 169 CO 2 /km—a small improvement on the 6.5 Click to enlarge. diesel in its Panamera Diesel.

Porsche

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MAY 3, 2013

mpg US); these figures apply to both models. 'The mpg US); these figures apply to both models. Porsche continues to be the only carmaker to offer two turbochargers with variable turbine geometry for a gasoline engine. The new 911 Turbo S handles the standard sprint to 100 km/h in just 3.1 l/100 km (24.3 l/100 km (24.3

Porsche

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AUGUST 7, 2009

Porsche will introduce a new 911 Turbo model at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show (17-27 September) that offers almost an 18% reduction in CO 2 emissions compared to its predecessor. The new six-cylinder engine can be combined with the option of the seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) double-clutch gearbox.

Porsche

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MAY 20, 2011

The Porsche Panamera S Hybrid with its parallel full hybrid drive ( earlier post ) has won the combustion engine driven production vehicle category in the Inter-city Passenger Car Rally at the eleventh Michelin Challenge Bibendum, an international forum for sustainable mobility being staged this year in Berlin.

Porsche

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MARCH 3, 2010

In addition to introducing the flywheel KERS equipped 911 GT3 R hybrid for production-based GT racing ( earlier post ) and the Cayenne S Hybrid ( earlier post ) at the Geneva Motor Show, Porsche unveiled the plug-in hybrid Porsche 918 Spyder concept car. mpg US) and 70 grams CO 2 per kilometer in its most economical operating mode.

Porsche

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FEBRUARY 21, 2009

seconds with a Tiptronic S transmission featured as standard. 100km (25 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 244 g/km. Hybrid components (red) in the Porsche Cayenne: power electronics, clutch actuator, electric motor with clutch (from left). Porsche is also developing a parallel hybrid variant of the Cayenne.

Cayenne

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APRIL 28, 2016

Porsche is offering a new Platinum Edition of the Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S E-Hybrid—the latter a plug-in hybrid with a 10.8 The exterior mirrors and rear-view mirror are equipped with an automatic anti-glare feature as standard, while dark-tinted privacy glass (also standard) provides additional privacy for rear passengers.

Cayenne

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

The new Porsche 911 Carrera features a set of new engines that increase power and torque while also decreasing fuel consumption. liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (32 mpg US), a reduction of 0.8 l/100 km (31 mpg US)—1.0 In both cases this represents a power increase of 20 hp (15 kW). l less per 100 km. Click to enlarge.

Porsche

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Porsche will introduce the new 911 Carrera at the 2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show. liter boxer engine and optional Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) consumes 8.2 mpg US) based on the NEDC—1.6 liter boxer engine and optional Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) consumes 8.2 mpg US) based on the NEDC—1.6

Emissions

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Porsche will unveil the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid with controlled all-wheel drive and an electric range of 50 kilometers (31 miles) at the upcoming Paris Motor Show. l/100 km (94 mpg) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) for plug-in hybrid models. kW on-board charger and a 230-V, 32-A connection instead of the standard 3.6-kW

Porsche

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JANUARY 27, 2016

Porsche has restructured its Boxster mid-engine roadster lineup, introducing the new 718 Boxster and 718 Boxster S. The launch of the new 718 Boxster generation represents the first time since the late 1960s that Porsche is implementing sports cars with four-cylinder flat (i.e., l/100 km (34 mpg US) (1.0 liters of displacement.

Porsche

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Porsche is expanding its hybrid range by adding a powerful plug-in hybrid to the Panamera Sport Turismo model line. mpg US); US fuel consumption figures are not yet released. The 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo is available to order now and is expected to reach US dealers in Spring of 2018. Combining the 4.0-liter

Porsche

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JUNE 19, 2015

The final Porsche 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) has come off the line in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen according to schedule. To realize the most benefits of the large spread between power and fuel consumption, Porsche developers defined a total of five operating modes.

Porsche

Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2013

Currently, Volkswagen has 5 hybrids in production—the VW Touareg, the Porsche Cayenne S, the Audi Q5, the Porsche Panamera S and the VW Jetta—with the hybrid versions of the Audi A6 and A8 on the way, Schmidt noted, adding: In Europe first we launch the two BEVs, the up! We will launch the Porsche 918 [plug-in hybrid].

Plug-in

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FEBRUARY 24, 2017

Porsche is launching the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid plug-in hybrid as the flagship of a model line for the first time. l/100 km (81 mpg US), and the new flagship Panamera can drive on fully electric power for up to 50 kilometers. kW on-board charger and a 230-V connection with 32 A instead of the standard 3.6-kW

Hybrid

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

not a truck or SUV, and not a vehicle from BMW, Audi, Porsche or Mercedes-Benz) have until recently only had Volkswagen-brand cars as an option: Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat. GM introduced the 2014 Cruze Diesel in early summer 2013 in the US with an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 27 mpg city, 46 mpg highway and 33 mpg combined (8.7,

Diesel

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JUNE 20, 2013

The Group also is using the New Small Family (NSF) kit; the MLB (Modular longitudinal kit); and the MSB (Modular standard kit). The Volkswagen brand is responsible for the MQB; the Audi brand for the MLB; and Porsche for the MSB (which is sporty). l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel. l/100 km (34 mpg US) of fuel.

Plug-in

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JANUARY 9, 2012

With a new Combined Charging System—which was developed in cooperation with German carmakers Audi, BMW, Daimler, Porsche and Volkswagen as well as American partners Ford and General Motors / Opel ( earlier post )—the E-Bugster can be charged via an interface using any of the available charging modalities.

Hybrid

Cars That Think

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Owners of most vehicles can purchase, for example, a ScanGauge and plug it into the OBD-II ( On Board Diagnostics II ) data port of their cars, which would allow them to view an estimate of instantaneous MPG while driving. But my car was manufactured years before OBD-II became standard. I recall that this gizmo was very helpful.

Fuel Economy

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OCTOBER 24, 2012

It will also deliver the most fuel-efficient Corvette ever, exceeding an EPA-estimated 26 mpg US (9.0 Standard oil-spray piston cooling sprays the underside of each piston and the surrounding cylinder wall with an extra layer of cooling oil, via small jets located at the bottom of the cylinders. L/100 km) on the highway.

2014

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AUGUST 21, 2014

The 8L90, the replacement for the venerable 6L80 six-speed in GM’s lineup, is offered as well as standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L In the 2015 Corvette Stingray, the new 8-speed enables a class-leading 29-mpg (8.1 l/100 km) EPA highway estimate—a 3.5%

GM

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

Competing in the premium midsize SUV category, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 is right in the middle of stiff competition, including models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Genesis, Infiniti, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Tesla and Volvo. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Sport model. Cruising Comfort.

Cadillac

Baua Electric

JANUARY 18, 2025

But for the well-heeled, the plug-in hybrid of choice might look a lot likehear me outthe Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid. 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid test drive review Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Turbo: a corner-wringing V-8 howler Its as frugal as youll let it be, but make no mistake. It drops 0-60 mph times of 3.5

Cayenne

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JUNE 24, 2013

The lightweight XL1 (795 kg, 1,753 lbs) delivers NEDC fuel consumption of 261 mpg (0.9 Even a sportscar like the Porsche Boxster is 5.1 Rear view, with engine compartment with air intake labeled. Click to enlarge. XL1 is visually striking; 153.1 inches long, 65.6 inches wide, and only 45.4 inches tall. in) and wider (66.2

Plug-in

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The new valve design is not limited by size or stem diameter considerations, and offers up to 50% reduction in weight and up to a 65 °C decrease in valve operating temperatures, permitting the use of standard valve materials. The 2010 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid SUV features an Audi 3.0L Supercharger Technologies.

Eaton

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

The EPA estimates the G80’s fuel economy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. 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. For better economy, the 2.5L engine with 300 hp and 311 lb.-ft. Both run on 91 octane.

Fuel Economy

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 15, 2023

Supercharged, turnbocharged and paired with a 143 hp electric motor Range and fuel economy are rated by the EPA 28 mpg city and highway combined for the hybrid engine. mpg while getting as much as 40 miles when driving in the all-electric mode. In our week driving through Southern California, we averaged 32.8

Recharge

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JANUARY 13, 2025

Ample power from two sources The EPA rates the XC90 Recharge AWD Ultimate at 27 mpg for the gasoline hybrid engine, and 33 all-electric miles from the 18.8 The midsize PHEVs include the BMW X5 xDrive 40e (2-row), Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe (2-row), Lexus RX 500h+ (2-row), Lexus TX 550h+ (3-row) and Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid (2-row).

Recharge

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OCTOBER 21, 2021

Porsche Taycan 6,822. The German Juggernaut — the Volkswagen ID4, Audi E-tron(s) & Porsche Taycan. Volkswagen Group (which includes VW, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley in the U.S.) In fact, the latest sales figures show the Porsche Taycan outselling not only the venerable 911, but also the Panamera.

Electric Cars

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

The EPA rates fuel economy at 22 mpg city/29 highway/25 combined while running on 91 octane. mpg, with our overall economy coming in just above the EPA rating at 26.1 T , Audi SQ5, Porsche Macan, Mercedes-Benz GLC 43, BMW X3 M40i, and sibling Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. With 0-60 mph in 5.3

Hybrid

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NOVEMBER 17, 2015

US mpg) in the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), corresponding to 46 grams CO 2 per km (74.0 In the Audi Q7 e-tron quattro, the standard MMI navigation plus works closely with the hybrid management system. Hill descent control and an off-road mode for the electronic stabilization control ESC are standard. litre V6 TDI engine.

Audi

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

inch horizontal color screens that are standard on all trim levels, one for the digital instruments and the other for the infotainment system. RWD Standard Range. This 800-volt technology is currently only shared by the Porsche Taycan, but will soon be available on many EVs. SE Standard Range $40,925. 168 horsepower (hp).

Hyundai

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Silent Propulsion and Driving Range The Ioniq 6 comes in rear-wheel drive (RWD) with either single or double electric motors or all-wheel drive (AWD) with two motors: RWD Standard Range 111 kilowatt (kW) battery and 149 horsepower (hp) and 258 foot-pounds (ft.-lb.) The all-electric range (AER) is 240 miles. kW onboard charger.

Hyundai

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 2, 2023

Two motor options are available for RWD: Standard Range’s 111 kilowatt (kW)/149 horsepower (hp) and 259 foot-pounds (ft.-lb.) The Standard Range has a driving range of 240 miles, while the RWD gets either 305 and 361 miles depending if shod with 20-inch or 18-inch tires. of torque or the Long Range’s 168 kW with 225 hp and 258 ft.-lb.

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