Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

News: 2024 Mazda CX-90 An All-New Three-Row SUV Mazda brought the automotive media to Malibu, California, this week to reveal the all-new 2024 CX-90 three-row, eight-passenger SUV. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. Story by John Faulkner.

Mazda 89

Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy Plug 89

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

I like to get drive impressions from my wife for some of the cars I review. This is saying something, as she has ridden in or driven many of the 800+ cars I have reviewed for Clean Fleet Report over the past 10 years. Each of these are excellent all-electric SUVs (check out review links at the end of this story.

All-Electric 105

All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 105

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 4, 2024

Since that term is often used in the automotive industry to denote hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles as well as EVs, we will use the term EV within this review.] After driving in-and-around Southern California for a week, we averaged a respectable 3.3 note: Genesis uses the term “Electrified” to denote its EV lineup.

All-Electric 58

All-Electric SUV Gasoline-Electric Miles 58

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

This is our review of the car that made the trip. Smooth Silent Power and All-Electric Driving Range The Mach-E comes in four models—Select, California Route 1, Premium and GT, with all-wheel drive (AWD) on all, and rear-wheel drive available in Select and Premium. We’ve got that covered in great detail in a separate story HERE.

Extended Range 90

Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 90

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 12, 2023

VinFast invited Canadian and American automotive journalists to California to drive the 2023 VF 8, an all-electric midsize two-row SUV. Currently only available in California, the VF 8 also will be introduced in British Columbia, Toronto and Montreal. If you live in California, find a local dealer here and check them out.

San Diego 94

San Diego Vietnam SUV North Carolina 94

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Author’s Note: Getting There Rather than flying, I proposed to Ford that I drive a 2023 Mustang Mach-E to-and from South Orange County, California to Moab, Utah, a 1,796 mile trip. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Story by John Faulkner.

Ford 77

Ford Utah Las Vegas New Hampshire 77

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 20, 2022

The national average for electric car insurance cost is $2,280 per year. The high cost of electric car insurance can be attributed that the fact that an electric car is often more expensive than its gas-powered counterpart. More so, you should take the time to review your credit report. Consolidating your debts might also help.

Electric Cars 79

Electric Cars Cars Electric Electrical 79

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Toyota invited the automotive media to Carlsbad, California, in late March for the first drives of what turns-out to be a significantly improved Prius Prime. Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

Prius 86

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 86

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

All new inside and out Hyundai’s Best-Selling Vehicle Hyundai invited the automotive media to the beautiful Inn at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos, California, to sample the 2025 Tucson hybrid, but also get a taste of the 2025 Santa Fe SUV and the Santa Cruz compact pickup. Story by John Faulkner. Photos by John Faulkner and Hyundai. [

Tucson 73

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 73

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 29, 2022

Even here in Southern California, where at some point every car sold in America can be seen, the 2022 Polestar 2 is rare and drew the obvious question–“What is that?” seconds was perfectly fine for merging onto Southern California freeways, and the 3.8 The Entry-Level Swedish Luxury EV. Good enough? Not nearly.

Motoring 82

Motoring Motor Motors Tax Credit 82

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 4, 2024

This is the PHEV; you can find the turbocharged and supercharger mild hybrid review here. In my area of Orange County, California, it seems the Range Rover is the official vehicle of Newport Beach and Corona del Mar. Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter An exaggeration? Go there on any given day and see for yourself.

Plug-in 61

Plug-in Plug Hybrid Land Rover 61

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fuel economy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

Kia 89

Kia Plug-in Plug Hybrid 89

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In the 210 miles we put on the CUV, averaging 65 miles per hour traversing Southern California highways, we had an average of 41.5 Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer.

Lexus 76

Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

After cruising through Southern California I came away appreciating what $127,300 gets you, which is a lot. The 48-volt system also improves fuel economy, especially on the highway. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. The standard.

Mercedes 74

Mercedes Hybrid MPG Light 74

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Using 91 octane fuel, the 3.0-liter Over 215 miles of Southern California city and highway driving, our combined average was 25.3 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. [ Hitting the Road. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

Hybrid 72

Hybrid SUV Clean Cleaning 72

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 1, 2023

Genesis began as a stand-alone company in 2015 and is just now hitting its stride with a line-up of sedans and SUVs that get rave reviews. Running on premium, the EPA rates fuel economy at 17 mpg city/24/highway/20 combined. In 217 miles driving mostly on Southern California freeways, we averaged 25.3

Fuel Economy 84

Fuel Economy MPG Lexus Miles 84

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2024

Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 18 mpg city/27 highway/21 combined. In 312 miles driving through Southern California, aided by the idle stop-and-go, we averaged 23.9 Using the same 8-speed automatic, the fuel economy is 22 mpg city/28 highway/24 combined. really gets up and goes.

Fuel Economy 59

Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning Fleet 59

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 4, 2024

This is the old school turbocharged and supercharger mild hybrid; you can find the PHEV review here. Using 91 octane fuel the 3.0-liter Over 410 miles of Southern California city and highway driving, our combined average was 24.1 Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.

Hybrid 60

Hybrid Land Rover Range Clean 60

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 21, 2024

Cruising and Gliding The secret behind the most luscious and sumptuous ride I have experienced (in more than 12 years driving and reviewing 1000+ vehicles) begins with the planar suspension in combination with the independent air suspension, all-wheel drive, all-wheel steering, dynamic stability control, traction control and cornering brake control.

All-Electric 57

All-Electric Clean Cleaning Miles 57

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 5, 2023

After spending a fun week tooling around Southern California in the BRZ, there isn’t any argument coming from us. In our week driving through Southern California we averaged 24.7 If you opt for the automatic, the fuel economy is rated a bit better at 21/30/25. Road Test: 2022 Subaru BRZ Limited. Raw Sports Car Fun.

MPG 83

MPG Clean Cleaning Mazda 83

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 21, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD Exceptional All-Electric Luxury Sedan Lucid Motors invited the automotive media to California to drive the all-new 2023 Air Touring , one of the sedan offerings from Lucid. Lucid names the Air Touring interiors after California destinations of Santa Cruz, Tahoe and Mojave.

All-Electric 79

All-Electric Miles Tahoe Charging 79

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2022

Kia recently invited members of the automotive press to drive the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid and X-Pro in sunny Palm Springs, California. Clean Fleet Report will have detailed reviews of the Sportage gasoline, hybrid and eventually the plug-in hybrid in the coming months. Story by John Faulkner. Photos by John Faulkner and Kia. [

Kia 82

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Hybrid 82

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 25, 2022

This Flash Drive review hits the highlights of our four hours spent driving the 2023 Solterra at a recent Subaru media launch event. Look for the full Road Test review in the coming months, where we will have spent a week driving and exploring the full capabilities of the Solterra. Story by John Faulkner. Compact EV SUVs Multiply!

All-Electric 85

All-Electric SUV Clean Cleaning 85

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Over 259 miles driving Southern California freeways we averaged 25.6 Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews, including our Prius driving review that will include reporting on its performance, handling, ride and driving range. But on a 38.7-mile

Jeep 81

Jeep PHEV Gasoline-Electric Plug-in 81

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A five-speed manual is standard on the ES base model (but unavailable on the SE which we tested) with a small reduction in fuel economy to 33/41/36. In 157 miles combined highway and city driving through Southern California, our CVT-equipped Mirage SE hatchback averaged 42.2 Steering feel was light and road feel was light.

Mitsubishi 52

Mitsubishi MPG Fuel Economy Clean 52

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

Clean Fleet Report drove 177 miles through Southern California averaging a very satisfying 87.7 We have reviewed, and have been impressed with, all their hybrid, plug-in hybrid and full-electric vehicles. The 2021 Niro PHEV provides impressive range and fuel economy. There is a dash screen that reports on your driving style.

PHEV 93

PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 93

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2021

This combination delivers EPA fuel economy numbers of 33 mpg city/41 highway/36 combined. Kia’s iVT is a continuously variable transmission with intelligence that adapts shifts for improved performance and fuel economy. In 180 miles driving through Southern California we averaged a combined 37.7 Story by John Faulkner.

Kia 71

Kia Fuel Economy MPG Economy 71

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

This is sad, but completely unwarranted as some of the best vehicles Clean Fleet Report reviews are sedans—and the 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited is one of those. During our week in the Sonata Hybrid, we drove 345 miles through Southern California, averaging 49.3 The looks will reel you in. Effortless Efficiency.

Hyundai 82

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 82

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. Running on regular unleaded, our Southern California road tripping covered 499 miles, with the majority on highways and traveling no faster than 70 mph. The average fuel economy was 46.3 Lexus adds a sporty touch to its hybrid hero.

Lexus 80

Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 80

Green Car Congress

JULY 3, 2017

Volkswagen subsidiary Electrify America last week submitted supplemental information to the California Air Resources Board (ARB) detailing its proposed charging investment in and benefit to underserved, low-income, and disadvantaged communities in the state as part of its court-mandated investment plan. Earlier post.).

America 150

America California Charging Fresno 150

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/32/28. A steady road warrior Clean Fleet Report was in the Taos SEL 4Motion for a week, spending most of our time on Southern California freeways. In 371 miles we averaged 28.6 On another 87-mile run we hit an impressive 39.2

Fuel Economy 80

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 80

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

In 321 miles of mostly highway driving through Southern California, using the Eco drive mode and setting the adaptive cruise control, we averaged 24.2 gallon fuel tank full, can be 700+ miles. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews.

F-150 86

F-150 Ford Hybrid Fuel Economy 86

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

RWD we drove 225 miles through Southern California, averaging 24 mpg. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership. But heck, the 3.3-liter

MPG 82

MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 82

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

Clean Fleet Report earlier reviewed the 2021 K5 GT-Line AWD with the turbocharged 1.6-liter There are four driver-selectable drive modes of Normal, Custom, Sport and Sport+ that adjust the engine, steering and transmission responses to maximize fuel economy or performance. So what does Kia do? The EPA rates the 2022 K5 GT 2.5L

Kia 75

Kia MPG Fuel Economy Clean 75

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Whatever it is, during our week driving the Tucson Hybrid through Southern California, it drew plenty of attention and comments. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined. During our week in the Tucson Hybrid AWD we drove 463 miles through Southern California, averaging 38.1 Smooth running.

Tucson 74

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 12, 2022

Over 314 miles of Southern California city and highway driving our overall average was 38.8 You can do the math on how much money you would not be spending with the national average gallon price of 87 octane hovering around $4.80 (at the time we drove the Corsair PHEV), or even greater savings in California where it is closer to $6.25

PHEV 103

PHEV Plug-in Plug MPG 103

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 3, 2023

However, this being the wettest year in Northern California in a very long time, we encountered heavy, gusty winds that curtailed any aggressive driving, especially on country roads. Make sure to opt-in to the Clean Fleet Report newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews.

Mazda 89

Mazda PHEV San Francisco Plug-in 89