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JUNE 23, 2023

& The EPA certified 360 miles of range for the Ocean, placing it firmly in the ranks of America’s longest-range EVs. Early Launch Edition models hit the street with an almost-$70,000 price tag, but future iterations will come with a much more reasonable sub-$40,000 MSRP.

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Fisker California SUV EPA 86

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued its fuel economy ratings and accompanying fuel economy label for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. All-electric range under the EPA rating is 35 miles; total range for the car is 379 miles. Tags: Brief. gallons per 100 miles).

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MPG Volt Gas-Electric EPA 240

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MARCH 5, 2024

Kia introduces a new $5,000 discount on the 2024 EV9 After opening EV9 orders in November with a $54,900 starting price tag, Kia called its first three-row electric SUV a “wake-up call to the industry.” Kia is now offering a $5,000 customer cash discount on all 2024 EV9 models. It’s also cheaper than the Tesla Model 3.

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MAY 19, 2023

Chevrolet has announced that the all-electric Silverado will boast a much-higher maximum range than anyone had anticipated. Rory Harvey, General Motors' incoming president for North America, has stated that the Silverado EV Work Truck (WT) will have an EPA-estimated 450 miles of range 450 miles on a full charge.

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Silverado Chevrolet Miles Range 89

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AUGUST 18, 2010

Range Fuels, Inc. Range Fuels plans to begin production of cellulosic ethanol from the plant in the third quarter this year. Range Fuels plans to begin production of cellulosic ethanol from the plant in the third quarter this year. In January 2009, Range was awarded an $80-million loan guarantee from USDA. Earlier post.).

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Range Fuel EPA Georgia 230

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FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Lucid Motors has announced yet another discount, this time on top-range variants of the Lucid Air sedan. It offers an EPA-estimated driving range of 425 miles when equipped with 19” wheels. Touring is also Lucid’s most efficient Air model to date, achieving a landmark 140 MPGe EPA rating.

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Price Mercedes EPA Fusion 85

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JANUARY 27, 2010

Altech-Eco Corporation has obtained Certificates of Conformity (COC) from the EPA for its new dedicated and bi-fuel 2010 Ford Focus compressed natural gas (CNG) conversion systems. Tags: Brief. The bi-fuel system uses the same storage system.

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Conversion 2010 EPA Gasoline 230

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NOVEMBER 22, 2010

After completion of five-cycle testing, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rated the battery-electric Nissan LEAF with an mpg-equivalent rating of 106 city, 92 highway for a combined 99 mpge. EPA fuel economy label for the LEAF. Tags: Brief. The new fuel economy label also notes consumption of 34 kWh per 100 miles.

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA MPG 218

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AUGUST 30, 2010

Source: EPA. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are jointly proposing changes to the fuel economy labels consumers see on the window of new vehicles in dealer showrooms. EPA and DOT are proposing two new label designs for comment. Color is integral to the new schemes.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy Fuel 297

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released an updated version of the Motor Vehicle Emission Simulator (MOVES) model—MOVES2010—for use to estimate air pollution from cars, trucks, and other on-road mobile sources. and previous versions of MOVES (MOVES2004, MOVESDemo, and DraftMOVES2009) for GHG estimation, according to EPA.

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JANUARY 7, 2010

Source: EPA. EPA is also proposing to set a separate “secondary” standard to protect the environment within the range of 7-15 ppm-hours. In September 2009 Administrator Jackson announced that EPA would reconsider the existing ozone standards, set at 0.075 ppm in March 2008. By July 2011: EPA makes final area designations.

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Ozone EPA Standards Arlington 186

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage IIIB emissions standards and effect dates vary by power category. has begun production and supply of the first EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage IIIB certified engines and aftertreatment for early installation by off-highway equipment customers. Tags: Diesel Engines Off-road. Source: Cummins.

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EPA Engine Production Fuel 218

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JANUARY 13, 2010

Lisa P Jackson, Administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency, issued a public memo to EPA employees detaling “ seven key themes to focus the work of our agency ” in 2010 and beyond. Jackson wrote that EPA will also focus on improving EPA’s internal operations, from performance measures to agency processes.

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MAY 4, 2009

A Cummins Westport ISL G in-use emissions test performed on an urban transit bus recorded emissions significantly lower than the 2010 EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) Heavy Duty emission regulations. concluded that emissions were significantly lower than the 2010 EPA Heavy Duty in use emission requirements. Sensors Inc.

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DECEMBER 1, 2009

In March 2009, Growth Energy, a new advocacy group promoting ethanol and biofuels, submitted a request for a “green jobs” waiver allowing an increase in the ethanol blend limit from 10% (E10) up to 15% (E15) to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). —Letter from Gina McCarthy, Assistant Administrator EPA. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

liter V6 engine in the Ford 2011 F-150 full-size pickup (earlier post) is projected to deliver best-in-class 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. liter V8 is projected to deliver 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway in 4x2 configuration, pending EPA certification. Tags: Brief. The all-new 3.7-liter

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2009

This week, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will begin considering comments on its “Changes to Renewable Fuel Standard Program” (“RFS2 Proposal”). Tags: Brief.

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EPA Renewable Fuel Industrial 225

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APRIL 22, 2010

Source: EPA. EPA has issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) on lead emissions from piston-engine aircraft using leaded aviation gasoline (avgas). The concentration of lead in avgas can be one of four levels (ranging from 0.14 EPA estimates that approximately 14.6 Click to enlarge. Lead in Avgas.

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JUNE 29, 2009

EPA has proposed revisions to the nitrogen dioxide (NO 2 ) air quality standard, the first adjustment since 1971. Current scientific evidence links short-term NO 2 exposures, ranging from 30 minutes to 24 hours, with increased respiratory effects, especially in people with asthma. standard in the range of 50 – 75 ppb.

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EPA Standards Los Angeles 2010 210

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AUGUST 31, 2009

Dealers report sales to a diverse range of hobbyists needing extra space to efficiently haul everything from show dogs to motor scooters. The Transit Connect features an EPA rating of 22 mpg city/25 highway combined with the payload capacity of a full-size half-ton pickup truck. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

The California Air Resources Board (ARB) has certified the Chevrolet Volt as meeting California LEV-II ULEV (EPA Bin 4) emissions standards. in this case, when the Volt’s range-extending engine is operating. Tags: Brief. Volt emissions. STD=ULEV standard, CERT=certification for the vehicle. Source: ARB. Click to enlarge.

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Volt Chevrolet California Standards 244

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APRIL 23, 2024

From here on out, new EVs from Benz will adopt the first names of their classic model lines, with their electric DNA tagged at the end. Each motor has its own transmission, which enables a low-range mode for off-roading and relieves it of the need for its gas cousin’s three locking differentials. Mercedes promises a 0-62 mph time of 4.7

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will reconsider the 2008 primary and secondary ozone standards. In 2008, EPA established a new primary 8-hour standard for ozone of 0.075 parts per million (ppm), and a new secondary standard set at a form and level identical to the new primary standard. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.).

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Ozone EPA Standards 2008 199

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JANUARY 6, 2024

Among its many winning assets: It fits the form that American households seek in a family vehicle, without the luxury price tag, and it’s at the leading edge in all aspects of charging. 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash Ford once again raised prices on some F-150 Lightning electric trucks , while lowering them on top-trim versions.

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MARCH 8, 2010

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been using Pi Shurlok ’s OpenECU M460 and G850 control modules for the past year to support technology development programs in the areas of Advanced Engine Control and Hybrid Vehicle Powertrain Control. Tags: Brief.

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EPA Engine Aston Martin Hybrid 199

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NOVEMBER 10, 2010

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting requirements for the petroleum and natural gas industries under 40 CFR Part 98, the regulatory framework for the. Data collection for petroleum and natural gas sources will begin 1 January 2011, with first annual reports due to EPA 31 March 2012.

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EPA Gas Industrial Industry 170

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NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. Aerodynamic improvements over non-Eco manual-transmission models contributed approximately six mpg to the Cruze’s EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway fuel economy. Aerodynamics. The Ecotec 1.4L

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MPG EPA Chevrolet Altima Hybrid 247

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to begin developing new standards for greenhouse gases and fuel economy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy EPA 2017 Economy 199

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DECEMBER 22, 2009

liter stoichiometric cooled-exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) engine, meets 2010 EPA emissions, reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to diesel, and offers top-level performance and efficiency. CNG and LNG fuel tanks can be configured to suit customer applications and range requirements. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.)

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2009

The A3 TDI offers 140 hp (103 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque; EPA-estimated fuel economy is 30/42 mpg US city/highway. Audi notes that the Lexus HS 250h offers similar combined fuel economy with hybrid technology (EPA estimated 35/34 mpg US city/highway) but not the highway mileage range. Tags: Brief.

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HS 250h Audi 2009 Clean 199

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NOVEMBER 18, 2009

Source: EPA. For the first time in nearly 40 years, EPA is proposing to strengthen the nation’s sulfur dioxide (SO 2 ) primary air quality standard to protect public health. EPA is taking comment on a proposal to establish a new national one-hour SO 2 standard, between 50 and 100 parts per billion (ppb). Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 29, 2022

Lucid has a sizeable price tag on the Air’s premier model: the Dream Edition: $170,000. While the Bolt EV will likely come back with no issues after a thorough investigation between GM and its battery suppliers, the EPA-estimated 247 miles of range and a $34,495 starting price gives those looking for a bargain EV this option.

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APRIL 2, 2010

Source: EPA. As part of its program, EPA is establishing a system of averaging, banking, and trading (ABT) of credits, based on a manufacturer’s fleet average CO 2 performance. Both EPA and NHTSA programs are footprint-based—i.e., g CO 2 /mi (EPA). mpg US (EPA). g CO 2 /mi (EPA). mpg US (EPA).

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

The ARB report and its methodology were based on recent science assessments completed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As a result of its review, the US EPA concluded that there is a causal relationship between exposure to fine particle pollution and premature death. Tags: Diesel Emissions.

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MAY 18, 2009

EPA and NHTSA will initiate a joint rulemaking that reflects a coordinated and harmonized approach to implementing the Clean Air Act and the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. This approach allows for a range of sizes of vehicles to meet consumer needs for passenger and cargo room. Tags: Policy.

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Obama Carbon Automobile Manufacturer Emissions 186

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JULY 2, 2010

Fifteen of the original 26 vehicles from 12 of the original 21 teams that started Knockout testing have passed the necessary range and dynamic stability tests overseen by the competition’s testing partner, Consumer Reports. For emissions, vehicles had to meet the minimum US EPA emissions standards in on-track challenges.

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MAY 25, 2010

The eStar all-electric truck is the first medium-duty commercial vehicle to receive US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification as a clean fuel fleet vehicle as well as California Air Resources Board (CARB) certification as a zero-emissions vehicle. Tags: Brief. and Modec Limited of the United Kingdom.

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