Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2022

This transformative investment will deploy charging and refueling infrastructure swiftly and equitably to make sure drivers of zero-emission cars and trucks feel confident they can refuel wherever they go. 900 million for light-duty EV charging infrastructure. 15 million zero- and near-zero-carbon fuel production and supply. $15

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Transportation California Emissions Energy 370

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

The California Center for Jobs & The Economy has released an updated report ( earlier post ) on the progress of ZEV sales in the state during the first half of 2020, drawing on sales data from the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA). For all states other than California, light trucks continued rising to 77% of the market.

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California Sale PHEV 2019 448

Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2018

Policies to entice consumers away from fossil-fuel powered vehicles and normalize low carbon, alternative-fuel alternatives, such as electric vehicles, are vital if the world is to significantly reduce transport sector carbon pure-emissions, according to a new study. Share of EDVs in 2050.

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Carbon Market Alternative Fuels Vehicles 231

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

The longer-term purpose of the ACC program, according to ARB, is to shape the development of light-duty transportation to contribute to meeting the state’s 2050 GHG reduction goal of 80% below 1990 levels. This rulemaking is an opportunity for the Board to commit to the transformation of California’s light-duty vehicle fleet.

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Light Clean Cleaning Emissions 225

Green Car Congress

APRIL 2, 2010

The footprint-based standard CO 2 curves for cars (left) and trucks (right). mpg if all improvements came from fuel economy) and 34.1 L/100km) fuel economy level, respectively. Passenger cars. Light trucks. Source: EPA. Click to enlarge. mpg US (6.9 Earlier post.). Projected Flee-wide Compliance Levels.

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EPA Standards Light PHEV 236

Green Car Congress

JUNE 2, 2014

In-use testing of three light duty diesel vehicles—certified to US-EPA Tier2-Bin5 and California LEV-II ULEV emissions limits— found a wide variation in real world emissions performance relative to the regulatory limits. The researchers acquired two cars from a rental agency and one from a private owner. diesels and one 3.0L

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Diesel Emissions Light Los Angeles 230

The Truth About Cars

MAY 28, 2024

This is mainly down to torque steer and the fact that most FWD performance vehicles tend to be tuned-up versions of regular commuter cars. That's because it's a full-blown track vehicle VW said would be burning “alternative fuel.” The LED tail light clusters have also had a makeover.

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Power Powered North America Commuter Cars 104

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 6, 2016

While battery-electric vehicles, super-light carbon fiber composites, and hydrogen fuel cells will all be available, a new report from Lux Research has concluded that micro-hybrids will provide the most economical route—$1,700 additional average vehicle cost—to meet aggressive fuel efficiency targets in 2025: 54.5

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Hybrid Fuel Alternative Fuels Energy Storage 150

Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

The company is looking to establish India as a technical hub for research and development while exploring new offerings in the alternative fuel market. Plastic Omnium is a key player in the car module space with its bumpers and tailgates, and exterior systems as well as in plastic fuel tank systems.

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India Sale Carbon Fiber Alternative Fuels 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 3, 2010

A new MIT report outlines a system-oriented set of coordinated policies to help the light-duty vehicle sector reduce petroleum-based consumption and its accompanying global warming emissions. The study was supported in part by the MIT Energy Initiative. A national strategy for alternative fuels should be developed.

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MIT Emissions Light Climate Change 199

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010

Greenville County, South Carolina and Light’N’Up, deployed 15 propane Autogas vehicles last month as part of a large-scale, Recovery Act-funded alternative fuel vehicle project in the Southeast United States. —Alan Fairfield, Greenville County fleet director.

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South Carolina Conversion Vehicles North Carolina 210

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Alfredo Altavilla (Chief Operating Officer of FCA EMEA Region), Pierre Lahutte (IVECO Brand President) and Marco Alverà (Chief Executive Officer of Snam), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering the development of natural gas as a fuel for road vehicles.

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Gas Fuel Italy Vehicles 199

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

As part of the AB 32 climate change program, Executive Order B-48-18 administratively created a goal of 5 million zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) on California roads by 2030. Since 2013, sales of alternative fuel vehicles (BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs) deviated little from an average market share of 9.1%. Light truck sales.

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California Sale PHEV 2018 186

Green Car Congress

JUNE 14, 2018

The power units feature technologies such as direct-injection, turbocharging and variable valve control; are highly efficient; and will deliver low fuel consumption and low CO 2 values. Rüsselsheim already had global responsibility for engine development when we were still part of GM. Alternative fuels. Electrification.

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Engine Gasoline Hybrid Gasoline-Electric 186

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 20, 2022

Millennials, those born from 1981 to 1996, are amongst the top buyers of electric cars in the world. Now, for your peace of mind, there is one more thing that you should have–electric car insurance. Why Is Insurance for Electric Cars More Expensive ? Car insurance is a must-have.

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Electric Cars Cars Electric Electrical 79

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

The warning came as a new report published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) confirmed that the fleet average CO 2 of newly registered cars rose for the first time in 2017, despite vehicles becoming ever more efficient. million strong new car market still powered, wholly or in part, by gasoline or diesel.

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2017 Diesel Auto Industry CO2 210

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Within those are trims of the N Line appearance package and XRT, which offers a bit more ruggedness for light off-roading. Most of the exterior changes are subtle (but differ between trims) and key on the new boxier front bumper and a new design for the daytime running lights (DRL) imbedded in the revised grille.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 73

Green Car Congress

APRIL 12, 2011

These technologies include hybridization, more efficient powertrains and alternative fuels; the “Low carbon Commercial Vehicle & Off-highway roadmap” features parallel technology streams depending on duty cycle. Accordingly, a key requirement will be affordable and sustainable low carbon fuels.

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Commercial Emissions CO2 Vehicles 225

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2009

mpg US) last month, a Suzuki Alto has taken part in a further MPG marathon, this time down through Australia, managing to complete the journey at an average consumption of 72 mpg Imp. The winner of the challenge was the vehicle judged to have recorded the biggest improvement over its official fuel consumption figure. L/100km, 53.3

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MPG Suzuki Australia New Zealand 218

Green Car Congress

JULY 22, 2016

This would include some plug-in hybrids, full electric cars and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. In parallel to this strategy, the Commission is launching public consultations on the approach towards reducing emissions from road transport: cars and vans as well as trucks, buses and coaches. Zero-emission vehicles.

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Emissions Alternative Fuels Transportation Standards 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

I like to get drive impressions from my wife for some of the cars I review. After driving the 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD for about 40 miles, she emphatically said this is the car she wants. Starting in 2025 they will have no new internal combustion engine models, then by 2030 will only sell battery-powered cars and SUVs.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 105

Baua Electric

MAY 25, 2024

With an average annual sales volume of around 1 million commercial vehicles, 5 million cars, 17 million two-wheelers, 1 million tractors, and 1.1 Rotational moulding, also known as rotomoulding is a manufacturing process that’s well-suited for creating hollow plastic parts.

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Commercial Manufacturer Auto Fuel 52

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

The roof ends at an integrated spoiler over the rear hatch window that incorporates the LED high brake light. Make sure to check-out the heartbeat lights and how the exterior mirrors light up as you approach the Niro. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 87

Green Car Congress

MAY 7, 2009

European automotive suppliers and vehicle manufacturers have united to submit a series of R&D priorities to the European Commission to shape the European Green Car Initiative (EGCI), announced by the EU. The Green Car Initiative, a part of the European economic recovery plan, aims to allocate €5 billion (US$6.7

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Green Car Congress

MAY 21, 2014

While light-duty CO 2 emissions are already being addressed by recent EU legislation, the new “Strategy for reducing Heavy-Duty Vehicles’ fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions” marks the European attempt to address emissions from HDVs. For its part, Japan has a fuel consumption rule with targets based on the best-performing vehicles.

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Emissions CO2 Vehicles EPA 247

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The target customer may be someone buying their first Lexus and their first luxury car, a combination Lexus wants to take the lead in reaching. The arrowhead-shaped triple beam LED headlights, fog, daytime running and cornering lights frame the grille, which sports the Lexus “L” badge in blue, signifying this Lexus is electrified.

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Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Clean 76

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Synonymous with luxury, for many people the S500 has been the pinnacle of car ownership for five decades. Never in an ostentatious way, though, as the S500 doesn’t scream “look at me, I am an exotic car,” but more of a whispered confident elegance as it glides along. The standard. Being Handed the Keys. Setting the tone.

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Mercedes Hybrid MPG Light 74

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2016

The light-duty diesel engine used in these experiments ( earlier post ) was modified for dual-fuel use for port fuel injection of low-reactivity fuel (i.e. and a high-reactivity fuel (i.e. In the picture, B1 and B2 are part of the HIL system, with B2 being the human driver screen. gasoline, ethanol etc.)

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Fuel Fuel Economy Engine Hybrid 150

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

These would facilitate the use of compressed (CNG) and liquefied (LNG) gas, as well as of methanol, which allows emission reductions when it is added to traditional fuel. This new fuel will be used by five Fiat 500 vehicles from the Enjoy fleet, Eni’s car sharing service that was created in partnership with FCA, in an extensive road test.

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Renewable Emissions CO2 Diesel 150

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 4, 2024

The 74-year-old Land Rover part of JLR is embarking on what it calls “reimagination,” entailing a new focus on three “families”—Range Rover, Defender and Discovery. The classy exterior with narrow LED head and tail lights and four smooth corners is matched by an interior with premium materials and comfort.

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Hybrid Land Rover Range Clean 60

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 1, 2023

When matched against the perennial standard of the Mercedes-Benz S500 , the G90 equals or bests this iconic German luxury car in many ways. After 2025 they will come out with no new internal combustion engine models and, by 2030, will only sell cars and SUVs powered by a battery. But things are changing for them.

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Fuel Economy MPG Lexus Miles 84

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 23, 2011

The study, California’s Energy Future - Transportation Energy Use in California , is part of the California’s Energy Future (CEF) project. In our scenarios, transportation subsectors were shifted to electrified (plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) and fuel cell vehicles (FCVs)) vehicles as much as deemed realistic. —Yang et al.

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2005 Transportation California Energy 250

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 16, 2023

Eco is best for maximizing fuel economy on the open road, Normal for around town with Sport giving the most spirit by changing the transmission shift points, the throttle response and steering sensitivity. The front end has rounded edges with LED lighting on all trim levels (the SEL gets dynamic cornering headlights). Very European.

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Fuel Economy MPG SUV Clean 80

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 1, 2023

In a very short few years sedans have lost their favor with car shoppers. The EPA estimates fuel economy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. A little fin help. coefficient of drag. The four-door couple look.

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Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 82

Green Car Congress

APRIL 9, 2019

And thanks to the technology’s compatibility with renewable bio-methane, it makes it an important part of the fuel mix as we move towards low emission mobility. SEAT’s most efficient compact car has been upgraded to deliver 130PS of power versus the 110PS previously available. —Luca de Meo, President of SEAT. SEAT Leon 1.5

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Gasoline-Electric Gasoline Gas Gas-Electric 304

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 21, 2024

In the automobile industry some brands say covering the seats in leather makes an economy car luxury. These are all good cars, some even very nice cars, but at best they would be considered premium; only a few truly reach luxury. Some have created an upscale division they call luxury. The Spectre is ultra-luxury. miles per kW.

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All-Electric Clean Cleaning Miles 57

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

A spacious interior with a smooth comfortable ride, high fuel economy (we broke 50 mpg!), and advanced driver safety technologies will challenge those thinking a crossover is their next car. The low placement of the batteries is a big part of why the 3,580-pound Camry XSE hybrid was easy to drive when highway cruising.

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Camry Hybrid Toyota Hybrid MPG 68