Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2013

Light trucks (pickups, minivans/vans, and truck SUVs), accounted for 36% of all light-duty vehicle production in MY 2012, the second lowest level since 1993. Vehicle weight trend is flat and increasing vehicle power trend is slowing. There are more than twice as many SUV models that achieve 25 mpg (9.4 Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy 2012 Economy EPA 247

Green Car Congress

APRIL 30, 2009

Only 22% remains to power the vehicle. Alexander Edwards, President, Automotive Strategic Vision believes the exodus from full size SUVs was caused by economic caution as much as higher gas prices. Cash for Clunkers. Honda demonstrated their “ Walking Assist Device ” at the Congress.

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Congress 2009 Cash For Clunkers Li-ion 150

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

NOVEMBER 27, 2009

Major Jerry Asher wheels around Arizona in a Toyota Prius hybrid, packing an extra battery and preaching a message to “kick gas” in favor of electric power. He encouraged the county to buy the car in 2004, when a state energy conservation grant paid half the $22,000 cost, he said.The Honda gets 45 to 50 miles per gallon, Maynard said.

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Arizona 2009 Plug-in International 36