Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2011

In Japan for example, the government introduced regulations in 2007 that require OEMs to improve the fuel efficiency of their new vehicles by more than 23% over 2004 levels by 2015— – an average of 39 mpg. These fuel economy regulations challenge Japanese automakers to achieve a gain of roughly 10% by 2015. Earlier post.).

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2023

Just about the final vestiges of passion and mechanical competence had been squeezed from the Chevrolet Cavalier by 2002 (after two decades of J-Body sales ), but the price of the Cavalier was pretty good: $14,035 for the cheapest possible four-door version ($19,697 today). The revised Lanos came back as the 2004 Chevy Aveo.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

Shanghai GM (Shenyang) Norsom Motors was established in 2004. The joint venture manufactures the Buick GL8 family and the Chevrolet Cruze compact sedan. To support the project, an automotive parts and logistics zone is being planned by the Shenyang government in the Auto City Industrial Park. GM China and SAIC each hold 25% stakes.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 21, 2013

GM and its joint ventures are launching 17 new and upgraded models in China this year, including the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback; the new Wuling Sunshine; two new Jiefang light-duty trucks, the S230 and F330; and the Insignia Sports Tourer, Zafira Tourer and Astra GTC from Opel. It will also create approximately 6,000 new manufacturing jobs.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 6, 2009

As Vehicle Line Director for the Chevrolet Volt and GM’s E-Flex Systems (now called Voltec), Posawatz led the development of the Volt, and continues to help lead the development of the 2011 production model. He has served as a GM Vehicle Line Director for the past eleven years. Posawatz replaces Edward B. Cohen remains on the EDTA Board.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 26, 2010

Its REVA electric vehicle was first commercially available in Bangalore in 2001 and in London in 2004, under the G-Wiz brand. In January 2010, the Chevrolet e-Spark premiered at the Delhi Auto Show, with GM India’s platform powered by REVA. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

The final six cars in the running for the World Green Car Award have been named as the BMW 320d Efficient Dynamics, the Chevrolet Volt, the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-Cell, the Nissan LEAF and the smart electric drive. Part of the World Car Awards established in 2004, the final winner will be [.].

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Green Cars News

JANUARY 18, 2011

The preliminary results follow testing in a 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, but may only be the beginning of the potential fuel consumption reduction.

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Get Electric Vehicle

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Hyundai, Mahindra, Chevrolet, BMW, and Renault are among the companies producing revolutionary electric automobiles today. MEML was closed in 2004 due to a lack of demand. Electric vehicles are eco-friendly and hence a good choice for individuals because they have the proper level of functionality.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 14, 2024

But women tended to prefer their crossovers a tad smaller and didn’t mind having the occasional Nissan Altima or Chevrolet Malibu in the driveway — likely because they tend to sticker rather low vs the competition. Meanwhile, women ignored trucks and frequently opted for something less financially cumbersome.

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Cars That Think

JULY 2, 2024

kilograms in the 2004 Prius to about 0.5 Much the same occurred with the Chevrolet Bolt motor, which reduced the overall usage of magnet material by 30 percent compared with the motor in its predecessor, the Chevrolet Spark. In these motors, the magnet mass decreased significantly over a period of 13 years, from 1.2

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 11, 2024

But women tended to prefer their crossovers a tad smaller and didn’t mind having the occasional Nissan Altima or Chevrolet Malibu in the driveway — likely because they tend to sticker rather low vs the competition. Meanwhile, women ignored trucks and frequently opted for something less financially cumbersome.

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Teslarati

APRIL 23, 2021

The auto sector is no stranger to tribes, as seen in the rivalry between enthusiasts of Ford and Chevrolet vehicles. The years-long arguments against fans of iPhones and Android smartphones, or console and PC gamers, also hint at the notion that groups among similarly-minded individuals are bound to be formed. . A Cautionary Tale.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 4, 2024

Oldsmobile was gone after 2004 , not long after Geo had to endure having its final two models torn away and handed to Chevrolet in 1997 and 1998. The drawback to the plastic body panels was their tendency to break, especially after a decade or two of service.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The first such vehicles were introduced by Volkswagen in 2003, and by 2004, they accounted for more than 17% of the Brazilian auto market. When the car is filled at the pump, an internal system analyses the mix of the two fuel types and adjusts accordingly.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2011

two split pairs) operating in a 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would consume 25% less fuel under the FTP (Federal Test Procedure) than the comparable standard gasoline engine, while matching power and torque. A naturally aspirated Scuderi Air-Hybrid configuration consumes 30-36% less fuel under similar drive conditions, the simulations found.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

AB 2628 (Pavley), Chapter 725, Statutes of 2004, established the “yellow sticker program,” which granted HOV lane access to certain single-occupant, hybrid or alternatively fueled vehicles. This program expires on 1 January 2015. Yellow HOV stickers (expired). State law limits the number of green stickers that DMV may issue to 40,000.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 10, 2009

Created from the old GM’s strongest operations in an asset sale approved by the Federal bankruptcy court on 5 July ( earlier post ), the new GM is built on four core brands: Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. The four brands will offer a total of 34 nameplates by 2010, compared to old GM’s total of 48 in 2008 and 63 in 2004.

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Green Cars News

OCTOBER 27, 2009

General Motors: Having been universally panned for its disregard of the EV1 and failing to get off the ground with a group of comparatively unsuccessful hybrids, the new GM is aiming to hit back with the Chevrolet Volt (see article ) – arguably the most eagerly anticipated green car in North America.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Several dozen prototypes on 15-passenger van since 2004; now in second generation development; no production plans. Vice Chairman Bob] Lutz said he continues to be increasingly confident that GM will bring the range-extended Chevrolet Volt to market by 2010. "We Lutz: "The Chevrolet Volt is a new type of electric vehicle.If

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