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.

Gas-Electric 55

Gas-Electric Fleet Gas Alternative Fuels 55

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).

Hydrogen 86

Hydrogen Vehicles Alternative Fuels Toyota 86

Green Car Congress

MAY 30, 2013

Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South officially welcomed into service the US Navy’s first solar-powered electric car charging station. The carport will enable NSA Mid-South to recharge its current fleet of 17 electric vehicles with renewable electricity in approximately four hours, while reducing demand on the commercial power grid.

Solar 218

Solar Powered Power Charging 218

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.

New York City 150

New York City New York Hybrid Fuel Economy 150

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).

Purchase 44

Purchase Fleet Hybrid Alternative Fuels 44

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 9, 2022

They found that hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles (especially electric cars) easily saved their owners money when looking at the purchase price, fuel costs and regular maintenance. Moreover, electric cars use regenerative braking that reduces wear and tear compared to traditional brakes.

Nickel Metal Hydride 84

Nickel Metal Hydride Lithium Ion Cars Cost Of 84

Green Car Congress

JULY 15, 2011

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has unveiled “ Drive ”, a new website providing industry professionals, fleet managers and consumers with information about greener transportation choices for the 21 st century.

California 199

California Energy Fuel Vehicles 199

Green Car Congress

JUNE 15, 2011

Advanced combustion technologies alone could reduce CO 2 tailpipe emissions by 40% from current average levels for new-vehicle fleets of 250 to 270 grams per kilometer (g/km) in the United States, 150 to 170 g/km in Europe, 130 to 140 g/km in Japan, and 200 to 215g/km in China, according to the analysis. Source: BCG. The consumer.

CO2 246

CO2 Electric Cars 2020 United States 246

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.

All-Electric 106

All-Electric Miles Cleaning Clean 106

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. This regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery. Your numbers may differ.

Lexus 76

Lexus Nickel Metal Hydride MPG Cleaning 76

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.

Mazda 90

Mazda Plug-in Fuel Economy Plug 90

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 21, 2024

The comfort was beyond compare with Clean Fleet Report ’s interior looking elegant in Grace White and Ardent Red, with tasteful accents and stitching, including ‘RR’ on all four headrests, in Peony Pink. Big wheels Power and Range Clean Feet Report drove the 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre, the brand’s first all-electric car.

All-Electric 58

All-Electric Cleaning Clean Miles 58

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.

Purchase 220

Purchase Oregon 2016 Washington 220

Clean Fleet Report

MAY 2, 2024

This Flash Drive is an introduction to the ZDX Type S, with Clean Fleet Report doing a more detailed ZDX review when we have had more seat time. Power and Range There are three ZDX configurations, each with their own all-electric driving range (AER.) The post Flash Drive: 2024 Acura ZDX Type S first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

Acura 84

Acura All-Electric SUV Miles 84

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.

Kia 91

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy 2017 91

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The EPA estimates fuel economy in the Limited trim to be 35 mpg city/35 highway/35 combined. If you opt for the Blue trim, the fuel economy is rated at 38/38/38/. When Clean Fleet Report has the 2025 Tucson Hybrid for a full week, as opposed to a couple hours, we will report the efficiency from real world driving conditions.

Tucson 74

Tucson Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy 74

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

A few years later, in 2018, Polestar became its own stand-alone car company first offering the Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid, and then making the jump to become an all-electric car brand in 2020 with the release of the Polestar 2, single-motor FWD sedan. Don’t sleep on Polestar.

Motoring 72

Motoring Motor Motors Volvo 72

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.

Toyota 84

Toyota Hybrid San Diego MPG 84

Clean Fleet Report

JUNE 21, 2024

Clean Fleet Report drove the G70 Sport Prestige with rear-wheel drive powered by the twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 18 mpg city/27 highway/21 combined. Clean Fleet Report’s G70 was painted in the elegant Vatna Gray, which joins Kawah Blue as new colors for 2024.

Fuel Economy 59

Fuel Economy Cleaning Clean Fleet 59

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.

Kia 88

Kia Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 88

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 6, 2023

Road Trip: 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium Extended Range Making the Case To Be Your Only Car Clean Fleet Report recently ventured on a 1,796-mile, four-state road trip in an all-electric 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended. Our 1,796-mile road trip proved it can be driven confidently long range.

Extended Range 90

Extended Range Ford Range All-Electric 90

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.

Silverado 83

Silverado Chevrolet GMC Hummer 83

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.

2011 186

2011 Alternative Fuels Cars Miles 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).

Fuel 236

Fuel Supplies Transportation Climate Protection 236

Clean Fleet Report

JULY 4, 2024

If you haven’t experienced it yet, there is something very satisfying about driving an electric car. The lack of sound as it moves down the road is wonderful, and the instant torque from a stop or at highway speeds is something to enjoy, as is the extremely smooth operation that a gasoline-powered car cannot match.

All-Electric 59

All-Electric SUV Gasoline-Electric Miles 59

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 5, 2023

Look for a full Road Test review soon on Clean Fleet Report. In our short time driving the Prius Prime, we were not able to get a representative fuel economy average, so check back with Clean Fleet Report when we put the Prius Prime through its paces for a full week and can report on real world efficiency.

Prius 87

Prius PHEV Toyota Plug-in 87

Clean Fleet Report

JANUARY 13, 2024

Ask any race car engineer how getting the weight low to the ground creates go-cart-like handling. Kia says the EV6 GT is “optimized for performance” compared to the base EV6 AWD, which Clean Fleet Report tested and found to be fun, too. Observations: 2024 Kia EV6 GT The 2024 Kia EV6 GT is a true driver’s car. versus 12.8”

Kia 70

Kia All-Electric Miles Cleaning 70

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.

Motoring 83

Motoring Motor Motors Tax Credit 83

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. But you are rewarded for a light touch on the accelerator pedal, as it runs in electric mode when cruising on the highway, and much of the time when driving in town.

Hyundai 83

Hyundai Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG 83

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 Your numbers may differ.

Fuel Economy 80

Fuel Economy MPG SUV Cleaning 80

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.

Buy 82

Buy Cars Financing Toyota 82

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

They were all for it as it generated these two stories, posted on Clean Fleet Report, of the Mach-E driving review , and a proof-of-concept story of driving an all-electric vehicle on such a lengthy road trip, proving it was not only conceivable, but very doable. Story by John Faulkner. Photos by John Faulkner and Ford. [

Ford 78

Ford Utah Las Vegas New Hampshire 78

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

So when they are ready to get their next car, the Lexus RX 450h F Sport will certainly not disappoint, and in many ways impress them with the changes from their previous model. The EPA rates fuel economy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. Fuel economy reported by Clean Fleet Report represents the reviewer’s driving experience.

Lexus 93

Lexus Fuel Economy Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 93

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 24, 2024

When Clean Fleet Report tested the all-new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness where we put X-Mode through its paces in some pretty rough terrain. On the surface it may appear the all-electric 2024 Subaru Solterra and the Toyota BZ4X and Lexus RZ are the same, but that is not the case at all as each has their own raison d’être.

All-Electric 55

All-Electric Cleaning Clean Miles 55

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 13, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Lexus RZ 450e EV Breaking Into the EV World Lexus has offered hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models for many years, but never one that is powered only by electricity. Those days are over with the introduction of the all-new, all-electric 2023 Lexus RZ 450e compact SUV.

Lexus 80

Lexus All-Electric Cleaning Clean 80

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. This regenerative charging system converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery. mpg, and on short in-town runs I was getting in excess of 50 mpg.

Lexus 79

Lexus Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride Fuel Economy 79

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Clean Fleet Report is cautious when reading auto manufacturer press releases, but in this case Genesis is on to something. We spent a week in the smallest Genesis sedan that is designed to take-on the BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-class sports sedans and found it was a lot of well-engineered car for the money. The base 2.0-liter

MPG 83

MPG Fuel Economy Cleaning Clean 83