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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. L/100km), if the vehicles were to meet this CO 2 level all through fueleconomy.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) Chrysler Brand will launch two plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) over the next several years, said Al Gardner, President and CEO of the Chrysler Brand, during the FCA Investor Day presentations at Auburn Hills, Mi. FCA will launch a PHEV minivan in 2016 to comply with ZEV requirements.
The proposed regulations cover passenger cars sold in China from 2016 to 2020, and project an overall fleet-average fuel consumption of 5L/100km (47 mpg US) for new passenger cars in 2020, as measured over the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), from an expected fleet average of 6.9L/100km China Fuel Efficiency Policy'
The Bo Rui GE comes in either a MHEV 48V mild hybrid or full PHEV plug-in hybrid version. seconds, but the real highlight of the mild hybrid system is its improved fueleconomy. According to Geely Auto Group CTO Feng Qingfeng, the Bo Rui GE MHEV delivers fueleconomy of 5.8L/100 It improves fueleconomy by 42.4%
The REEV or PHEV also may present opportunities for more novel power sources such as turbines (Wrightspeed), fuel cell stacks (Nissan) or aluminum-air batteries (Phinergy and Arconic), speakers suggested. If PHEVs are going to play a big role, what is the fuel source for that? How efficient will it be? Not the only one.
EPA released the latest edition of its annual report on trends in CO 2 emissions, fueleconomy and powertrain technology for new personal vehicles in the US. Fueleconomy has now increased in eight of the last nine years; average carbon dioxide emissions are also at a record low of 369 g/mile in model year 2013.
Yesterday, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National High Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) jointly established increasingly stringent greenhouse gas emission standards under the Clean Air Act for 2012 through 2016 model-year vehicles and fueleconomy standards under the Corporate Average FuelEconomy program, respectively.
Hyundai began the US rollout of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ( earlier post ) and its conventional hybrid sibling (HEV) with a series of media drives in California—one of the main markets for the PHEV, which offers some 24 miles (38.6 Sonata PHEV. Combined fueleconomy (mpg).
Vehicle fueleconomy improvements have slowed globally, according to the latest report from the Global FuelEconomy Initiative (GFEI): FuelEconomy In Major Car Markets: Technology And Policy Drivers 2005-2017. Overall, global fueleconomy has improved by an average of 1.7% L ge /100 km.
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.
announced its new six-year environmental plan, Nissan Green Program 2016 (NGP 2016). Nissan Green Program 2016, the company’s third environmental mid-term plan, aims to deliver the following by the end of fiscal year 2016: No. Nissan Motor Co., 1 in Zero-Emission Vehicles: cumulative sales of 1.5
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
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.).
This analysis builds on a previous comprehensive life cycle analysis, updating that study’s 2016 assumptions and methods. fuel sales tax) and/or credits (e.g., By far the largest and the most consequential change in the input assumptions between the 2016 study and this current update is in battery costs for BEVs.
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. Earlier post.)
Launched in 2016, ARPA-E’s NEXTCAR program focuses on reducing vehicle energy consumption by developing Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV) technologies that optimize vehicle dynamic controls and powertrain operation, allowing a vehicle to automatically process and react to its surrounding environment, traffic conditions and nearby vehicles.
The Prius Prime plug-in hybrid, unveiled at the 2016 New York International Auto Show in March ( earlier post ), features a larger 8.8 In hybrid mode, the Prius Prime exceeds all competitors’ fueleconomy ratings with EPA-estimated 55 city/53 highway/54 combined MPG. Pricing starts at $27,100.
EDI) announced that its EDI PowerDrive 6000 PHEV drivetrain system has surpassed one million miles in a commercial fleet setting over the course of the last 18 months. The company has recently closed a new production order of the PowerDrive 6000 systems, with incremental deals expected to be completed by the end of 2016.
The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fueleconomy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). market share for all electrified vehicles (hybrid, PHEV and BEV). Design objectives included: Fueleconomy. Cycle vs off-cycle fueleconomy.
Distribution of battery requirements for consumer-selected PHEV designs (shaded circles) compared to USABC, MIT and EPRI performance requirements. The present analysis explores both, with a particular emphasis on the latter—challenging untested assumptions regarding consumer valuation of PHEV capabilities. Source: Axsen et al.
Due in part to Honda’s ability to advance fueleconomy through conventional engine technology, the Civic lineup will no longer include a hybrid or a natural gas model, according to John Mendel, Executive Vice President, Automobile Division American Honda Motor Co., Both of these products with the end of the 2015 model year.
Increased sales for hybrids and PHEVs. 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. Renewable fuel use grows at a much faster rate than fossil fuel use. mpg in 2025.
A team at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) led by Dr. Jeremy Michalek has investigated the implications of regional and drive cycle variations on the degradation of a plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) battery. In this study, we aim to assess the regional and drive cycle implications of degradation of a PHEV battery. 2016.10.104.
A new addition to the Kia model line-up, the Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) will be Kia’s first plug-in hybrid for global markets when it goes on sale in the second half of 2016, offering increased battery capacity and pure electric range. Optima PHEV. The next-generation Optima PHEV will feature a 9.8 Earlier post.).
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
A new report from Pike Research forecasts that sales of medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) hybrid trucks—including hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), battery electric (BEV), and plug-in electric power take-off (EPTO) variations—will surpass 100,000 vehicles annually by 2017. Click to enlarge. annually to reach 4.7
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.
Optima PHEV and Niro hybrid. A new addition to the Kia model line-up, the Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) will feature a high capacity lithium-polymer battery pack and electric motor, as well as an efficient six-speed automatic transmission. All-new Optima Hybrid (Korea Spec K5 Hybrid). Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.
billion to electrify its most-popular, highest-volume vehicles for customers, offering more capability, productivity and performance—together with better fueleconomy. In November 2016, Ford China launched the Mondeo Hybrid, which is built in Chongqing by Changan Ford. Globally, the company is investing $4.5 kWh battery.
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The standards are projected to result in average fleet-wide consumer fueleconomy sticker values of 36 miles per gallon (mpg) by model year 2025, 10 mpg higher than the current fleet average. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has yet to weigh in on the results of its midterm evaluation for fueleconomy standards.
Cadillac will add a Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) propulsion system to its upcoming range-topping CT6 sedan, to be manufactured at the new Shanghai GM Cadillac plant, Pudong Jinqiao, China. The new PHEV version of the CT6 will be capable of greater than 60 km (32.4 miles) of all-electric range, and pairs with Cadillac’s 2.0-liter
The Ioniq Hybrid boasts the highest fueleconomy in the US (up to 58 mpg) for a non-plug-in vehicle and the Ioniq Electric is the industry’s most efficient EV (136 mpge). market share for all electrified vehicles (hybrid, PHEV and BEV). Design objectives included: Fueleconomy. Cycle vs off-cycle fueleconomy.
The company’s EDI PowerDrive 6000 PHEV drivetrain system surpassed one million miles in a commercial fleet setting in late 2016. The PowerDrive 6000 PHEV and EV drivetrains are targeted at Class 6 medium-duty commercial fleet vehicles (work and distribution vehicles, municipal services, food & beverage, utilities, and telecom).
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.
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This enables frequent use of LU and allows the engine to run on low revs for best fueleconomy. Håkan Samuelsson, president and chief executive said that the carmaker expects to make record sales in 2016 for the third consecutive year. In the T8 Twin Engine variant, paddles shifters enable downshifting.
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In a detailed presentation at SAE 2016 Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technologies earlier this year on the design of the RWD PHEV system for the CT6, Tim Grewe, GM’s General Director of Electrification, called it a “Volt on steroids.” ( Earlier post.) seconds, and is expected to deliver a fueleconomy rating of 65 MPGe.
In a new study, a team from the University of Central Florida and MIT has found that the US Corporate Average FuelEconomy (CAFE) Standards is an effective policy solution that does increase the adoption of EVs, whether it is implemented alone or in conjunction with another policy such as government incentives.
The analysis used by federal agencies to set standards for fueleconomy (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. UMTRI Survey: US drivers want better fueleconomy, don’t care how.
The C2G analysis spans a full portfolio of midsize light-duty vehicles (LDVs), including conventional internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs); flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs); hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs); plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs); battery electric vehicles (BEVs); and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs).
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