Green Car Congress

MAY 19, 2009

The resulting new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5 mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile. The CAFE program established by the EISA 2007 legislation specified a minimum 35 mpg in 2020.

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2016 Obama Standards MPG 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

l/100 km (39 mpg US) (when fitted with the optional 100 km/h (62 mph) speed limiter)—a reduction of 8% against its predecessor, and CO 2 emissions from 159 g/km—placing it on a par with a family passenger car such as the Ford S-MAX. Without the optional speed limiter, the model delivers fuel economy from 6.2

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Ford Europe MPH Fuel Economy 231

Green Car Congress

MARCH 31, 2014

In terms of carbon monoxide (CO) emissions during the operation of the vehicle, a significant improvement was achieved over the 2007 predecessor. The CO emissions of the new C-Class during operation are 76 % below the level stipulated by the Euro 6 standard that comes into effect in 2015. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8

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Mercedes CO2 2007 MPG 252

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 2, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released their long-expected notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to adjust the Congressionally-mandated Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards.

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA MPG 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

I do not agree with the EPA or the 2007 Supreme Court ruling that gave the Agency that authority. The resulting set of new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fuel economy standard of 35.5 mpg in 2016 (39 mpg for cars, 30 mpg for trucks), or approximately 250 grams CO 2 /mile.

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EPA Congress Climate Change Automobile Manufacturer 191

Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2009

The US Environmental Agency (EPA) has granted California’s waiver request enabling the state to enforce its greenhouse gas emissions standards (Pavley I) for new motor vehicles, beginning with the current model year. The request was subsequently denied in December 2007. EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson. Earlier post.)

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EPA Grant California Rhode Island 150

Green Car Congress

APRIL 14, 2015

EIA’s AEO2015 shows that the advanced technologies are reshaping the US energy economy. Fuel economy standards and changing driver behavior keep motor gasoline consumption below recent levels through 2040 in the Reference case. year from 1973 to 2007—when it peaked at 28.7 mpg in 2013 to 37.0 mpg in 2040.

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2020 Energy Transportation Oil Prices 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Efficiency-enhancing measures include new engines, an improved 7-speed automatic transmission with the gear ratios on all versions optimized for fuel economy, and the ECO start/stop function. All the rear-wheel drive C-Class models are equipped with the ECO start/stop function as standard. L/100km (53 mpg US)—0.4

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Mercedes Fuel MPG Fuel Economy 210

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2009

The third phase of a SDG&E multi-year in-use study on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles showed that plug-in hybrids offer significant improvements in gas mileage and reductions in emissions when compared with standard hybrid-electric and gasoline internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Earlier post.)

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Gasoline-Electric San Diego Gasoline PHEV 186

Green Car Congress

APRIL 17, 2009

Toyota launched the Auris—a strategic compact passenger vehicle for both Japan and Europe—in Japan in 2006 and Europe in 2007. L/100km (38 mpg US) in the new 1.6L D-4D diesel engine has been upgraded with Toyota Optimal Drive technology, with fuel economy increasing by up to 6% in combined cycle driving. D-4D and 2.2 Valvematic.

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Toyota Diesel Engine Gasoline 150

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2012

new appliance standards and CAFE) and changes in the way energy is used in the US economy. quadrillion Btu in 2025, due to incorporation of the model year 2017 to 2025 GHG and CAFE standards for LDVs. However, energy use per capita declines by 15% from 2011 through 2040 as a result of improving energy efficiency (e.g.,

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Fuel Energy Sale 2013 225

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012

When the first generation Auris was launched in 2007, the average emissions were 152 g/km. The new Auris’ powertrain line-up, which now features a choice of an improved full hybrid or two gasoline and two diesel engines offering the performance- and economy-enhancing benefits of Toyota Optimal Drive. mpg US) and 134 g/km respectively.

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Gasoline Diesel Toyota Emissions 252

Green Car Congress

JULY 16, 2013

diesel delivering 184 horsepower (137 kW), 280 lb-ft (380 N·m) of torque, CO 2 emissions of 109 g/km, and a NEDC combined fuel economy figure of 56 mpg US (4.2 l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. l/100 km)—also a marked improvement over the A6 GTD’s 43 mpg. With a new 2.0L

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Diesel Exhaust MPH MPG 304

Plugs and Cars

FEBRUARY 23, 2007

Fuel-saving gasoline-electric hybrid cars don't save as much fuel as thought, according to new government fuel-economy ratings available to the public for the first time. But now it's possible to tell what rating 2007 and older models would get using the 2008 standards. Tags: mpg toyota prius plug-in hybrid.

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Prius 2008 Plug-in Plug 100

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Click to enlarge.

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GM Buick Fuel Economy Economy 262

Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2010

In addition to the hybrid model, the Auris 2010 powertrain line-up also offers three gasoline and three diesel engines offering the performance and economy-enhancing benefits of Toyota Optimal Drive. L/100km (62 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 89 g/km. L/100 km (39 mpg US) and CO 2 emissions of 139 g/km. Earlier post.).

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2010 Gasoline Toyota Diesel 199

Green Car Congress

MAY 4, 2011

Fuel efficiency was not used as a specific criterion for evaluation; estimated 2014 MY EPA combined label fuel economy is 25 mpg US (9.4 Standard driver’s navigation and telematics systems. Total manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) of the vehicle, with all planned standard features, will be around $29,000.

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New York City Taxi New York Fully Electric 231

Green Car Congress

APRIL 29, 2014

For the first time, more than 50% of the current year’s light-duty (LD) vehicles in the US get more than 23 mpg (10.2 CFA selected 23 mpg as a benchmark for this analysis because it is the EPA fuel economy label equivalent to the 30.6 l/100 km) overall corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) requirement for 2014.

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MPG Fuel Economy 2014 Economy 220

Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2011

In contrast, the Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) program adopted by 29 states has varying goals from 10-40 percent renewable energy generation, deployed anywhere from 2013 to 2030. Closer to home, the federal fuel economy standards require the average fleet fuel economy of OEMs that sell vehicles in the USA to be 35.5

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Renewable West Virginia Energy USA 220

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

The “one-liter” designation refers to the design target of fuel consumption of 1 liter per 100 kilometers (235 mpg US). In 2007, Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn confirmed that VW was resurrecting the 1-liter car project and would place it in production. L/100km (170 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of 36 g/km. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 19, 2015

The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas emissions for new US light-duty vehicles from 2017 to 2025 was thorough and of high caliber overall, according to a new report from the National Research Council. to 41 mpg by 2021 and 48.7 mpg by 2025. Background.

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Standards Fuel Economy Economy EPA 150

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup. mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. The EPA has rated the Maverick Hybrid’s fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined. mpg with the best fuel economy on an all-city 45-mile run where the average was a stellar 46.7

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 88

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 15, 2024

The enjoyment of driving the 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid begins with its stellar fuel economy, but this doesn’t begin to explain the versatility Ford has built into this compact pickup. The EPA has rated the 2024 Maverick Hybrid fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined. Smaller 17-inch alloy wheels are standard.

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 50

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 29, 2013

Volkswagen first launched the EA888 engine generation in spring 2007 (Gen 1). to conform to future emissions standards, particularly the stringent EU6 standard which will be mandatory in Europe in 2015. to conform to future emissions standards, particularly the stringent EU6 standard which will be mandatory in Europe in 2015.

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2014 Engine Exhaust Fuel Economy 331

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2009

L/100 km (40 mpg US), with an average CO 2 rating of 158 g/km. At the end of 2007, BMW completed its new €170-million (US$236-million) Aerodynamic Test Center (ATC) to help optimize the car’s aerodynamic qualities, resulting in improvements in performance, efficiency, and driving stability on the road. Aerodynamic Test Center.

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BMW 2009 Engine Gasoline-Electric 199

Green Car Congress

JUNE 21, 2011

emissions (kg CO 2 person -1 yr -1 ) for a global sample of countries (2007) with a wide range of per capita incomes. find that innovation in a single area such as fuel economy does not offer a realistic, affordable, or resilient pathway to the LDV emission reductions necessary by mid-century. Sager et al. —Sager et al.

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Light Vehicles Climate Emissions 252

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

JANUARY 28, 2009

2 PIA Meets CARB Move CARB Forward AltCar Expo 2007 Arnold Amped Up? Sign the petition Protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge www.sierraclub.org/arctic/ American Lung Association call for better EPA air pollution standards. 1 Point Reyes EVs Did You Know? Newsletter Vol. New 100K Club Member RAV4EV in Japan Newsletter Vol.

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Plug-in America Plug EV1 30

Green Car Congress

APRIL 10, 2012

EERE’s Vehicles Technologies Program (VTP) is focused on developing technologies to enable average new vehicle fuel economy of more than 60 mpg (3.9 L/100 km) for cars and more than 43 mpg (5.5 Buildings use more energy than any other sector of the US economy, consuming more than 70% of electricity and 50% of natural gas.

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Hydrogen Fuel Range Vehicles 210

The Truth About Cars

JUNE 26, 2024

That person, should they actually exist, is likely due for a promotion — as the Spyder has sold well enough to be with the company since 2007. The F3-S comes equipped for Apple CarPlay and has USB and Bluetooth functionality as standard (in case you want to pair helmet mics). seconds if not a little quicker. gallon fuel tank.

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Motorcycles Personal MPH Three Wheeled 105

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 19, 2013

Comparing to conventional Trumpchi, the 4x4 hybrid version has demonstrated excellent fuel economy (30% fuel saving), acceleration (2 seconds less from 0 to 100kph), drivability and ride comfort. The company reports fuel consumption of 6.6 L/100km (35.6 BEV version of GS5. Click to enlarge. BEV Version of Trumpchi GS5 SUV. Earlier post.)

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Detroit Chinese Plug-in Hybrid 261

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Audi Volkswagen-owned company exploring PHEVs Metroproject Quattro Sub-compact PHEV Concept Car shown October 2007; PHEV of A1 Sportback under consideration Bright Automotive For-profit spin off from Rocky Mountain Institute designing lightweight PHEVs, successor to RMIs 1990s "Hypercar" concept. Batteries not ready.

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Plug-in Plug Hybrid Lithium Ion 45

Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2013

With technologies such as the safe front-wheel drive of the first Golf, the debut of the TDI in the third Golf, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) and the dual clutch gearbox of the fourth Golf and the standard Automatic Post-Collision Braking System of the new generation, this car has continued to democratize progress. l/100 km (62 mpg US).

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2003 2008 MPG 2002 191

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

The Chevy Volt is going to count on an overnight charge from a standard wall outlet. A car that gets 60 mpg still burns 17 gallons of gas every 1,000 miles versus a car that gets 21 mpg using E85 (my Chevy Impala) that burns 7.1 The practice has a direct impact on California’s economy. The transplant car companies….aren’t

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

CDM Baby, CDM Ruminations on Vegas and NASCAR California Dreamin' ► February (16) Car Sharing and Saving in a Tough Economy Throwing down the gauntlet to Secretary Clinton Weather Does Not Equal Climate The Hub Lab Seeks Revolutionary New Energy Science. No more Big OIL - think of the extra money stimulating the economy!

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Grid Electric Vehicles Vehicles Oil-Sands 28

Green Car Congress

MAY 2, 2013

MPG: A Progress Report on Achievability ”—of the response of consumers and automakers as both begin to experience the effects of the newly adopted federal fuel economy standard. Those who indicated that their current gas mileage was 24 mpg (9.8 l/100 km) from their next vehicle. l/100 km) fell from 70 to 44%.

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Europe MPG Fuel Fuel Economy 281

Electric Auto Association

MARCH 27, 2021

They will travel much farther on a single charge, refuel with electricity much faster, and deliver improved mpg equivalent. In 2007, the U.S. This comprehensive deal led to the enactment of the Obama Administration’s corporate average fuel economy standards. without sustained pressure from government regulators.

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