Green Car Congress

AUGUST 27, 2009

million from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance the city’s fleet of green vehicles and install electric car charging stations throughout the city. The grant is specifically for alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles. The city of Seattle will receive $1.4 Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

The German government is also developing a plan to provide financial incentives starting in 2012 to support the production and sale of 100,000 electric cars annually. The plan envisages around one million electric cars on German roads by 2020. billion) in the development of fuel cells. Earlier post.).

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Germany Hydrogen Vehicles Stimulus Package 268

Setec Powerr

OCTOBER 25, 2023

With the development of zero-emission technologies, hydrogen has been recognized as a potential power source for long-distance vehicle fleets because of its high energy density and low weight. However, the challenges of using hydrogen as a potential fuel source for these vehicles may outweigh its potential benefits.

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Hydrogen Fleet Electric Electrical 98

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Enterprise’s environmental sustainability platform includes investment in alternative fuels, a fuel-efficient fleet, and an operational commitment to reduce energy use and energy cost by 20 percent over the next five years. Enterprise has more than 5,000 offices located within 15 miles of 90% of the US population.

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2011 Alternative Fuels Cars Maintenance 186

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 25, 2013

John DeCicco at the University of Michigan argues that to reduce transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions, the proper policy focus should be upstream in sectors that provide the fuel, rather than downstream on the choice of fuels in the automobile. The paper is available from the Social Science Research Network (SSRN).

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Fuel Supplies Transportation Climate Protection 236

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2013

The Pacific Coast already has the highest penetration of electric cars in North America. Support emerging markets and innovation for alternative fuels in commercial trucks, buses, rail, ports and marine transportation.

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Purchase Oregon 2016 Washington 220

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 29, 2025

The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Your numbers may differ. Story by John Faulkner.

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Toyota Hybrid MPG Nickel Metal Hydride 97

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 20, 2022

Millennials, those born from 1981 to 1996, are amongst the top buyers of electric cars in the world. If you are one of the members of this cohort interested in an electric vehicle, congratulations! Now, for your peace of mind, there is one more thing that you should have–electric car insurance.

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Electric Cars Cars Electric Electrical 104

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

2021 Is Here: Here Are the Top 10 Electric Car Companies. Picking the Top 10 electric car makers now involves making some choices as the number of vehicles available increases. The Model S is the best-selling plug-in car in the U.S. Almost two-thirds of the battery electric cars sold in the U.S.

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Electric Cars Cars Plug-in Electrical 105

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2009

With today’s announcement, we are transforming the LA region into the capital of the electric car and we will prime our region to be plug-in ready by the fall of 2010. If we are to be at the forefront of tackling climate change, reducing emissions from the automobile must be front and center.

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Los Angeles Plug-in California Plug 210

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 8, 2017

and will increase fuel economy and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. While Verizon has upgraded some of its fleet to hybrids in the past, this is the largest commitment it has made to date and will help Verizon achieve its corporate goal of reducing its carbon intensity by 50% over the next decade.

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New York City New York Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

Green Cars News

JANUARY 7, 2013

A commitment to electric cars from energy giant, GE, is taking a detour, according to Bloomberg.com this morning. Two years ago, the firm promised to buy 25,000 electric vehicles, now that pledge incorporates natural gas and LPG vehicles among its fleet of around 11,000 alternative fuel vehicles.

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Gas-Electric Fleet Gas Alternative Fuels 55

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

A four-door coupe The 2025 BMW i4 is a superb all-electric sedan, or as BMW calls it, a Gran Coupe. This four-door sedan is BMWs best-selling EV and comes in trim levels of eDrive35, xDrive40, m50, or eDrive40, which is the one Clean Fleet Report tested. See the specifications of each trim level at the end of the story.

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BMW Clean Cleaning DC 77

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 10, 2025

Clean Fleet Report drove the Lightning Pro around Southern California for a week. This is also where electric charging can be managed, including charge scheduling and payment. Exterior Design Copping a look Clean Fleet Reports F-150 Lightning Pro was painted in Agate Black Metallic. We put on a total of 510 miles. miles per kWh.

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F-150 Ford All-Electric Miles 62

Green Cars News

MARCH 14, 2012

The US President’s plan to ensure that all new federal fleet vehicles are alternative fuel by 2015 is encountering problems as a lack of availability and the high-cost of hybrids and electric cars hits the U.S General Services Administration (GSA).

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Purchase Fleet Hybrid Alternative Fuels 44

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A Look at the Lightest Alternative Fuel. Of course, there are a range of eco-friendly vehicles on the market, but one emerging contender is hydrogen-powered cars. In 2022, consumers have multiple choices for alternative-fuel vehicles. Fast-fueling is hydrogen’s big appeal (compared to battery EVs).

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Hydrogen Vehicles Alternative Fuels Toyota 110

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 23, 2025

Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to take the Civic Hybrid on a 970-mile, mostly freeway, road trip from Southern to Northern California and back. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience. miles per gallon. Story and photos by John Faulkner.

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Civic Hybrid Honda Hybrid Fuel Economy 62

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Amazon announced an investment of nearly $1 billion in an all-electric delivery truck fleet last October. The New York Police Department began its shift to electric vehicles last September. Employees who drive a fleet EV for work might have to adapt quickly if they’ve never charged an EV before.

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Corporation Fleet Gas-Electric Purchase 98

Plug In Partners

JUNE 14, 2007

The compressed air technology is basically just a way of storing electrical energy without the need for costly, heavy, and occasionally toxic batteries. So, in a sense, this is an electric car. It just doesn't have an electric motor. 18% Alternative fuel hybrid. 37% Higher fuel economy.

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New York City Alternative Fuels New York Plug-in 100

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 17, 2025

Discounts Available for 6 th Annual Program The Edison Electric Institute estimates some 9.6 Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center. Clean Fleet Report is happy to partner with SGOs 6 th EV Charging Infrastructure Summit: North America, East, January 28-29, 2025, in Atlanta. million EVs on the road.

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Plug-in Charging Plug Atlanta 95

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 16, 2023

After driving the 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD for about 40 miles, she emphatically said this is the car she wants. 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. Clean Fleet Report has been impressed with all Genesis models.

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All-Electric Miles Clean Cleaning 116

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

If driving an electric car is new to you, then the instant torque at any speed will be an eye opener. The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a comfortable long-range electric vehicle that can seat five. At attractive entry prices, Clean Fleet Report feels Chevrolet has hit its goal of offering an electric vehicle for everyone.

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Chevrolet Tax Credit Lithium Ion Clean 111

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 24, 2022

Clean Fleet Report wanted to give an update as we are one year out from seeing the Silverado EV in Chevrolet dealerships. Disclosure: Clean Fleet Report is loaned free test vehicles from automakers to evaluate, typically for a week at a time. The post Update: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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Silverado Chevrolet GMC Hummer 105

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Both engines, running on 91 octane premium fuel, are mated to a drive-by-wire 8-speed automatic transmission for the i-Activ all-wheel drive system that has a rear wheel bias. Mazda did not release fuel economy estimates, how fast the plug-in battery charges, or the all-electric driving range for the PHEV.

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Mazda Fuel Economy Plug-in Plug 105

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Kia also has all-new 2023 versions of the Niro EV and Niro PHEV, which Clean Fleet Report will be reviewing separately, so make sure to sign-up for the newsletter (top right of page) to be notified of all new stories and vehicle reviews. Clean Fleet Report recently had the opportunity to be among the first to drive the 2023 Niro Hybrid.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 105

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 15, 2024

This brief, alphabetical overview is of the eight cars I was able to take out for a spin. The rest of the cars and trucks at the 2024 MPG Drive Day is at the end of the story. If Clean Fleet Report previously reviewed a car on this list, the link is included. Prices are MSRP. Oh well, maybe next year!

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MPG Land Rover Recharge Kia 98

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2023

With standard all-wheel drive this five-passenger small SUV will be a popular car for those busy with daily in-town and commuting driving. Clean Fleet Report got a chance to sample the model at a recent media event in San Diego. The post Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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Toyota Hybrid San Diego MPG 105

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?” These tires, which Clean Fleet Report comes across frequently on the cars we review, are designed for comfort and long wear, not necessarily for their handling prowess.

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Motoring Motors Motor Tax Credit 105

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

If you’re working on increasing fuel efficiency or you already have an alternative fuel vehicle, you can lessen your carbon footprint by taking advantage of green car care, repair and insurance. You may be wondering if electric and hybrid cars are cheap to insure. Electric cars can cut your insurance.

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Green Cars Maintenance Gas-Electric 103

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 24, 2022

Disclosure: Clean Fleet Report is loaned free test vehicles from automakers to evaluate, typically for a week at a time. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels. Road Test: 2020 Toyota 86 Hakone.

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Buy Cars Financing Toyota 105

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 5, 2022

The version that Clean Fleet Report tested was the mid-range EV6 RWD “Wind” trim. 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. News: Hyundai Lays Out an Electric Future. The post Road Test: 2022 Kia EV6 first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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Kia Wind EPA Lithium Ion 105

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 5, 2021

Clean Fleet Report reviewed the former model highly. Clean Fleet Report found the 2020 Sienna to be roomy for both people and their things, but not very fuel efficient, which the all-new Sienna addresses in a big way. Smooth Power and Fuel Sipping. Now, the 2021 Sienna, like the Venza, is only available as a hybrid.

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Toyota Hybrid Minivan Fuel Economy 105

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Affordable 259-Mile All-Electric Driving Range. Refreshed inside and out, the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV continues to be the best-selling electric car for Chevrolet and parent General Motors. Clean Fleet Report was able to get an impressive 4.3 Better than ever. The Driving Experience: Seamless Power. Sounds pretty good!

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Chevrolet Miles Clean Cleaning 98

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 5, 2021

The 2021 Kia Niro PHEV is one of three electrified Niro models to choose from, alongside a hybrid and a pure battery electric version. Clean Fleet Report drove the Niro PHEV EX Premium, and came away with a good feeling about this compact crossover that can deliver a 560-mile driving range. kW electric motor. Smooth Operator.

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PHEV Kia Plug-in Fuel Economy 105

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Clean Fleet Report had the opportunity to drive the Ioniq 5 for a few hours at a Hyundai media event. Clean Fleet Report had a few hours in the 2022 Ioniq 5 on a wet day, leaving downtown San Diego, climbing to 4,226-feet going to Julian, an 1850s silver mining town now known for its apples. Out on the Road. Story by John Faulkner.

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Hyundai All-Electric SUV Clean 111

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. The 2023 Prius Hybrid is available with a single electric motor and front-wheel drive (FWD) or with dual motors for all-wheel drive (AWD). In our short time driving the Prius AWD, the fuel economy dash meter was reading 54 mpg. Not the traditional Prius silhouette.

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Prius Toyota Hybrid Fuel Economy 105

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 6, 2023

Clean Fleet Report’s was painted in Cityscape Green, but the most eye catching element from the side view is what Kia calls the Aero Blade. Clean Fleet Report was driving the Niro SX Touring model with heated and ventilated front seats covered in vegan leather that is soft to the touch and looked pretty good. Story by John Faulkner.

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Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 105