Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 15, 2009

EPA and NHTSA expect that automobile manufacturers will meet these proposed standards by utilizing technologies that will reduce vehicle GHG emissions and improve fuel economy. Together, EPA and NHTSA estimate that the average cost increase for a model year 2016 vehicle due to the proposed National Program is less than $1,100.

Fuel Economy 210

Fuel Economy EPA Economy Gas 210

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Two new reports—one on technology, the other on policy— released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) outline pathways to improve the fuel efficiency of combustion-engined road vehicles by 50% by the middle of the century, saving as much as four-fifths of current annual global oil consumption.

Fuel Economy 236

Fuel Economy Fuel Transportation Engine 236

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

Low-friction lubricants: low viscosity and advanced low friction lubricants oils are now available with improved performance and better lubrication. Similar to other start-stop technologies, additional enablers, such as electric power steering, accessory drive components, and auxiliary oil pump, might be required.

2016 210

2016 MPG Fuel Economy EPA 210