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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) formally unveiled their joint proposal to set stronger fueleconomy and greenhouse gas pollution standards for Model Year 2017-2025 passenger cars and light trucks. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6 improvements.
Greenhouse gas and fueleconomy levels under the EPA NHTSA joint proposed rulemaking. The proposal builds upon the core principles President Obama announced in May for a harmonized national policy intended to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for all new cars and trucks sold in the US.(
President Obama’s announcement of the first-ever national policy to increase fuel efficiency and decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) pollution from medium- and heavy-duty trucks for model years 2014-2018. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Workshops have been held and more are planned for the summer of 2010.
MY 2012 adjusted fueleconomy is 23.6 mpg fueleconomy improvement from MY 2011 to MY 2012 is the second largest annual improvement in the last 30 years. l/100 km) fueleconomy, which, if achieved, will again represent all-time records. Click to enlarge. l/100 km), which is 1.2 mpg, or 22%. Click to enlarge.
liter V-6 EcoDiesel is also expected to lead the segment on fueleconomy. Pricing and fueleconomy ratings will be announced closer to the truck’s on-sale date. liter EcoDiesel V-6 delivers increased torque and horsepower, along with fueleconomy and minimal levels of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).
The Argonne National Laboratory’s Systems Assessment Group announced 2016 release of the suite of GREET (Greenhouse gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Transportation Model) models and associated documentation. Updated DME production from fossil natural gas, natural gas-derived methanol, and renewable feedstocks.
Final MY 2011 and MY 2012-2016 passenger car fueleconomy targets, based on vehicle footprint. mpg for the combined industry-wide fleet (cars and light-trucks) for model year 2016. mpg for the combined industry-wide fleet (cars and light-trucks) for model year 2016. Source: NHTSA. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).
l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fueleconomy (as opposed to the regulatory test fueleconomy) to 35 mpg (6.71 l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fueleconomy (as opposed to the regulatory test fueleconomy) to 35 mpg (6.71
Do they receive HOV access for their improved fueleconomy and ultra low emissions? In fact in 6 of the states, diesel fuel is penalized with additional state taxes. So diesel fuel gets taxed twice or penalized twice at the federal and state level. Advanced diesel will increase to 23% in 2025 from 17% in 2016.
Using technology from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt propulsion system ( earlier post ), Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fueleconomy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 4-cylinder engine mated to a two-motor drive unit slightly modified from the 2016 Chevrolet Volt drive unit powers the Malibu Hybrid. An 80-cell, 1.5
Based on the results of the study, CAR believes the economic risk to the auto industry connected to mandating permanent fueleconomy standards in the long run is “ very serious ” The group recommends periodic review to assess the rate of technology development and cost reduction of advanced technologies leading up to 2025.
Three of the NHTSA scenarios for penetration of technologies for passenger cars for MY 2016. On 15 Sep, NHTSA and the US EPA proposed a joint rulemaking on fueleconomy and greenhouse gas emissions for light duty vehicles: an average new car 34.1 mpg and 250 g CO 2 /km for model year 2016. Click to enlarge.
Light-duty vehicle fueleconomy standards, 1978-2025. President Barack Obama announced an agreement with 13 major automakers to pursue the next phase in the Administration’s national vehicle program ( earlier post ) , increasing fueleconomy to a fleetwide average 54.5 MY1978-2011 figures are NHTSA CAFE in mpg.
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 fueleconomy for light-duty vehicles for the 2017-2025 model years. Earlier post.).
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The US Department of Energy (DOE) Fuel Cell Technology Office (FCTO) has released the latest edition of an annual report showing that the average fueleconomy of fuel cell electric buses from three fleets is 6.8 times higher than compressed natural gas buses (~3.3 Bus range/low fuel.
This analysis builds on a previous comprehensive life cycle analysis, updating that study’s 2016 assumptions and methods. The study provides a comprehensive analysis of the cost and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of a variety of vehicle-fuel pathways; the levelized cost of driving (LCD); and the cost of avoided GHG emissions.
The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 At the 2016 SAE World Congress, GM engineers presented a paper describing the development of the new hybrid powertrain for the popular mid-size sedan. Click to enlarge.
Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2016 Malibu—the ninth generation of the midsize sedan which made its debut in 1964. The Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fueleconomy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 The 2016 Malibu is also longer and lighter, with more interior space and improved fuel efficiency.
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The rising fueleconomy of LDVs more than offsets the modest growth in VMT, resulting in a 25% decline in LDV energy consumption decline between 2012 and 2040 in the AEO2014 Reference case. million barrels per day (MMbbl/d) through 2016, when domestic production comes close to the historical high of 9.6 per year, from 21.5
Proterra battery-electric buses in service in a 12- vehicle demonstration by Foothill Transit in California offered significant fuel savings compared to similar conventional vehicles, according to a recently published analysis of the results of the demonstration by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). miles per DGE.
Rice University researchers have determined a more effective way to use natural gas to reduce climate-warming emissions would be in the replacement of existing coal-fired power plants and fuel-oil furnaces rather than burning it in cars and buses.
USenergy-related carbon dioxide emissions and fossil fuel energy consumption. Petroleum emissions from other sectors have fallen in recent years as equipment and processes that use petroleum fuels have been replaced by those using other fuels, in particular, natural gas.
Toyota anticipates that the 2016 Prius ( earlier post ) will deliver fueleconomy ratings of 54 MPG city / 50 MPG highway / 52 MPG combined. 2016 Toyota Prius Four Touring. New shift-by-wire technology uses electric signals to transmit shift operations and offers light, fingertip operation from the dash-mounted shifter.
Since the ProRail family of compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems was introduced in 2016, it has been used in a wide variety of applications, and powers tens of thousands of commercial fleet vehicles on the road. BlueiQ’s Eco Mode and Driver Feedback help drivers manage fueleconomy and avoid unplanned stops.
Environment Canada released draft regulations to limit greenhouse gas emissions from new vehicles beginning with the 2011 model year. Canada and the US are working towards a common North American approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by introducing aligned and progressively tighter regulatory requirements over the 2011-2016 model years.
As one example cited, the company has increased its use of high-strength steel and other lightweight materials to reduce vehicle weight, and thus improve fueleconomy, while still meeting standards for vehicle safety. Chrysler is also seeking to reduce electrical loads through application of higher efficiency fans and fuel pumps.
US President Barack Obama today announced a new harmonized national policy intended to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for all new cars and trucks sold in the US. The resulting new standards will cover model years 2012-2016, and will require an average fueleconomy standard of 35.5
We believe that, using both of those together, co-optimizing the fuel and the engine, and combining it now with the overall electrified vehicle, you can get dramatic reductions in the overal CO 2 level. The focus is what fuel properties maximize engine perfromance. the addition of a port fuel injection system.
At launch, it will also meet greenhouse gas (GHG) requirements through 2016, and 2015 California Air Resources Board (ARB) standards, including on-board diagnostics. creates new opportunities for our OEM customers as a compact and lightweight engine that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency and total cost of ownership.
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued the final rule for greenhouse gas emissions and fueleconomy standards for MYs 2017-2025 for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles. Earlier post.) Earlier post.). mpg US (5.84
The macro results for four scenarios showed that economic growth and employment rise with the degree and scope of transport fuel efficiency standards. In California, we have proven this before with electricity use and, as our study results indicate, we are ready to prove it again with clean cars. Click to enlarge. National 4% (Nat4).
suppliers of batteries, fuel cells, motors, power electronics, etc.); fuels suppliers; electric utilities; independent power producers; industrial gas companies; state and local government; research laboratories; academics; and other public, private, or non-profit entities. Hybrid electric vehicles.
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In an expected ruling, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Gina McCarthy finalized her decision to maintain the current greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards for model years 2022-2025 cars and light trucks. mpg-e (if all reductions were achieved exclusively through fueleconomy improvements). Earlier post.)
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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 fueleconomy 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.
quadrillion Btu in 2035, as a result of fueleconomy improvements achieved through stock turnover as older, less efficient vehicles are replaced by newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles. Beyond 2035, LDV energy demand begins to level off as increases in travel demand begin to exceed fueleconomy improvements in the vehicle stock.
Actual and projected greenhouse gas emissions for passenger vehicles by region/country through 2022. Cischke cited the recent agreement on one national standard for fueleconomy and greenhouse gas emissions regulations as an example of how the government, the auto industry and the environmental community can work together toward common goals.
After adding a third row, the Highlander not only grew in size, but is also now the best-selling retail model in the segment since 2016. liter DOHC four-cylinder engine with two electric motors in a system that’s more compact, and more efficient than before.
Projected rates of fuel consumption improvement under different scenarios relative to past experience and the 2016 and 2025 CAFE standards. Vehicles operating on electricity. While natural gas vehicles would reduce petroleum use, they would have limited impact on GHG emissions. Source: NRC. Click to enlarge.
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