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Kia introduces 5th-generation Sportage SUV; gasoline, diesel, HEV, PHEV

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Developed on a new architecture, the all-new Sportage will offer gasoline and diesel powertrains at market launch later this year, followed by hybrid-electric (HEV) and plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) models. It also features a new oil pump that has been optimized for capacity along with a high-efficiency tooth profile design.

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Rice University lab study suggests foam may maximize enhanced oil recovery efforts

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Results of a Rice University laboratory study suggests that using foam may maximize enhanced oil recovery (EOR). Oil resides in formations of rock and sand in small cracks and crevices that have proved devilishly difficult to tap. Drillers pump various substances downhole to loosen and either push or carry oil to the surface.

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Jeep introduces 2018 Wrangler with mild hybrid, diesel options; plug-in hybrid version in 2020

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At the reveal, Mike Manley, Head of Jeep Brand, FCA Global, said that a full plug-in hybrid electric Jeep Wrangler will be available in 2020. No further details were given, but the coming PHEV will likely utilize elements of the plug-in hybrid system in the Pacifica. Earlier post. ). liter EcoDiesel V-6 and 2.0-liter The FCA US 3.6-liter

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Perspective: Drive Star Conversion Program Could Cut US Oil Use in Half by 2020

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In a pre-response to that speech, having successfully advocated for plug-in hybrids like the forthcoming Chevy Volt, we propose that the President follow that speech up with a “realistic and conservative” roadmap to halve our oil use in 10 years. Oil is holding us all hostage, economically and physically. The good news?

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Argonne releases latest updates to GREET life-cycle analysis models

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Shale oil: developed energy and GHG emissions intensities of U.S. shale oil production with operation data from Bakken and Eagle Ford plays. Oil sands: updated GHG emission intensities for Canadian oil sands pathways for surface mining and in-situ technologies.

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ExxonMobil Outlook: 35% growth in energy demand by 2040; hybrids to account for ~50% of new vehicle sales

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Over the same period, electric and plug-in vehicles are expected to grow to about 70 million cars, or less than 5 percent of the total fleet. China will see the largest increase—more than 4 million oil-equivalent barrels per day. Transportation fuels. Global liquids supply by type. Source: ExxonMobil. Click to enlarge.

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Grocery giant Loblaw doubles electric semi fleet, has 25 Tesla Semis on order

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Electrek’s Take Loblaw’s eCascadia fleet is decked out in a green and blue “plug-in” livery with “100% electric” prominently emblazoned on the trucks’ front fenders. After a while, it’s going to be even harder for the anti-EV hysterics up there to pretend BEVs can’t do real work.

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