The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 5, 2024

As I’ve often said in these reviews, those of us who are self-described car enthusiasts sometimes forget that while we might place a premium on acceleration or ride and handling, most car buyers don’t. Oh, and with decent fuel economy, if possible (27/34/29 here). The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Premium fits that bill.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 11, 2011

Governments at the COP17 meeting decided to adopt some form of a universal legal agreement on climate change as soon. Parties to this second period will turn their economy-wide targets into quantified emission limitation or reduction objectives and submit them for review by 1 May 2012. Green Climate Fund.

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MAY 31, 2011

It will be much harder and more expensive for Australia to do its fair share on climate change without a carbon pricing scheme, according to the final report of the Garnaut Climate Change Review – Update 2011, Australia in the Global Response to Climate Change. Garnaut Review 2011. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 20, 2015

Industry-wide cost estimates for battery packs for electric vehicles have declined by approximately 14% annually between 2007 and 2014, from above US$1,000 per kWh to around US$410/kWh, according to a systematic review of more than 80 different estimates by a team from the Stockholm Environment Institute. —Nykvist and Nilsson (2015).

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MARCH 23, 2013

The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) released a letter to President Obama describing six key components the advisory group believes should be central to the Administration’s strategy for addressing climate change. Both approaches are essential parts of an integrated strategy for dealing with climate change.

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AUGUST 23, 2016

The government of British Columbia recently unveiled its Climate Leadership Plan , targeting the reduction of net annual greenhouse gas emissions by up to 25 million tonnes below current forecasts by 2050 and the creation of up to 66,000 jobs over the next ten years. —Climate Leadership Plan. Carbon pricing mechanisms.

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DECEMBER 10, 2016

Canada’s First Ministers (The Prime Minister of Canada and the provincial and territorial premiers) issued a joint communiqué and released the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change following the First Ministers’ Meeting. The Framework outlines actions that will grow the economy while reducing GHG emissions.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

Significant climate anomalies 2008/2009. Source: Climate Change Compendium. Shifts in the hydrological cycle resulting in the disappearance of regional climates with related losses of ecosystems, species and the spread of drylands northwards and southwards away from the equator. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 29, 2024

I mentioned the abysmal fuel-economy numbers – they are 10 mpg city/15 mpg highway/12 mpg combined. The climate is changing, after all. It’s a hoot to drive and turns heads. It has the off-road goods. Should you be lucky enough to own one, you’ll likely not regret it. Except when the guilt concerning the low MPGs hits.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2021

Major economies led the resurgence as a pick-up in economic activity pushed energy demand higher and significant policies measures to boost clean energy were lacking. Many economies are now seeing emissions climbing above pre-crisis levels. China was the only major economy that grew in 2020.

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MARCH 22, 2017

l/100 km) in 2016, the The ICCT team assessed increased consumer label fuel economy (as opposed to the regulatory test fuel economy) to 35 mpg (6.71 The resulting trajectory would reduce CO 2 emissions by half and increase fuel economy by more than 60% from 2016 through 2030. Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04

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EV Central

MARCH 7, 2024

You better have deep pockets Our verdict on the BZ4X 2WD’s chief rival: Tesla Model Y RWD review 2024 Toyota BZ4X FWD price and equipment 2024 Toyota bZ4X FWD It’s $66,000 plus on-roads for this single motor front-wheel-drive BZ4X. inch infotainment, dual zone climate and a power tailgate.

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JULY 30, 2023

The Government of Canada’s commitment to eliminating inefficient fossil fuel subsidies signals both greater support for clean technology as well as emission reductions across the economy from traditional sectors. Canada is the only G20 country to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies ahead of the 2025 deadline.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2024

Fuel economy is listed at 20/27/23 for the auto and 21/29/24 for the stick. It would be on my shopping list – especially since the price tag is pretty nice at $33,700 (plus $1,150 for D and D) for the manual and $35,200 plus destination for the DCT.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 28, 2023

We don’t always cover exterior styling in these reviews – you see the pictures – but I’d be remiss not to talk about the Timberline’s, at least a bit. For those so concerned, fuel economy is listed as 19/22/21. The dial shifter annoys some, but it does take up less space. Eighteen-inch wheels were a no-charge option.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 11, 2023

Seventeen-inch wheels, LED lights all around, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and starting, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Bluetooth. At least the promised fuel economy is on the high side – EPA numbers are 29/40/33. The standard-feature list is actually pretty comprehensive. Overall, it could use a few more beans.

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Baua Electric

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Overview We reviewed a version of this model a few months ago finding it more or less to our liking underlined on paper (or screen) by what you get for the dosh. It’s suspended on a strut front and multi-link rear suspension, rolls on 18-inch alloys and is fuelled by a 60-litre tank with a claimed combined fuel economy of 8.3

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EV Central

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

inch screens, dual-zone climate control, wireless charging for one phone, an electric tailgate, 10-way powered driver’s seat, a leather steering wheel and rear privacy glass. litre four-cylinder hybrid (172kW/367Nm) The post 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV review: Can this boxy SUV carry Hyundai to new heights of luxury? litres per 100km.

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EV Central

MARCH 30, 2024

READ MORE: 2024 GWM Ora Extended Range review: One of Australia’s cheapest electric cars tested READ MORE: New EV electric car calendar READ MORE: It’s got the Poer! In normal mode its dulled down in search of economy. But even then – if our first drive is an accurate indicator – you are going to miss out on diesel-like fuel economy.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The sports seats are wrapped in high-quality leather and feature ventilation, a welcome addition for those living in warmer climates but are rather gaudily trimmed in ways that drew criticism in a Ford Focus RS. Fuel economy during my time with the car averaged around 8.0L/100km, It also comes with a 10.25-inch Bring on Golf R 8.5!

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Baua Electric

JUNE 6, 2024

The console’s covered in plenty of shiny piano-black plastic, ready to get scratched, but the Crown Signia gets it right with real buttons, knobs, and switches for essential climate and audio controls. Toyota paid for travel costs and I got sunburned to bring you this test drive review. The latest one is a marketing ploy.

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 12, 2024

Still, tight new engines aren’t exactly renowned for their economy, and we’ll be interested to revisit the situation at a later date. Up front we found the touchscreen response nice and quick, and appreciated the hard buttons remain for important functions such as climate control. 100km – a long way shy of the manufacturer’s claim.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Other equipment highlights include 19-inch alloy wheels, a two-tone roof, electric tailgate, auto dimming mirrors, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, wireless device charging, dual-zone climate control, and harman/kardon premium sound. That point aside, we found the climate control system to be capable and efficient.

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Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Also included is rear privacy glass, front fog lights, 360-degree camera technology, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, sliding rear seats, front parking sensors, synthetic leather trim, 40:20:40 split-fold rear seats, and tyre pressure monitoring.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 18, 2024

2025 Toyota Camry 2025 Toyota Camry theoretically sips fuel Toyota said in its most efficient form, which is a front-wheel-drive LE trim, the Camry is expected to have fuel economy ratings of 53 mpg city, 50 highway, 51 combined. — Toyota paid for travel costs so that we could bring you this test drive review. inch screens.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 17, 2021

The government says that a booming, UK-wide hydrogen economy could be worth (£900) million (US$1.24 In the UK, a low-carbon hydrogen economy could deliver emissions savings equivalent to the carbon captured by 700 million trees by 2032 and is a key pillar of capitalizing on cleaner energy sources as the UK moves away from fossil fuels.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Available comfort/convenience features include a dual-pane power sunroof, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and starting, RamBox, bed extender, spray-in bedliner, skid plates, tow hooks, hill descent control, all-terrain tires, tow-specific navigation, rear electronic locking axle, and more.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 30, 2017

Cellulosic biofuels could provide an environmentally sustainable way of meeting energy needs—but with a few important caveats, according to a new review of research by a team from the US Department of Energy-funded Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC). Their paper is published in the journal Science. —Phil Robertson.

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APRIL 25, 2011

Projected median temperature change in °F (of 112 climate projections) over the Western United States, 2070–2099 relative to 1950–1979. Specific projections include: Projected median percentage precipitation change (of 112 climate projections) over the Western United States, 2070–2099 relative to 1950–1979. Source: DOI.

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The Truth About Cars

AUGUST 14, 2023

SuperCruise adds a huge chunk to the MSRP -- $7,700 for the package, which also includes navigation, Bose audio, a climate package, and a technology package. Fuel economy is listed as 21/29/24. The system is easy to activate and use, though I can never fully relax using these systems – I am always ready to take over.

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As for how much the aerodynamics help with fuel economy, read on. Size is the enemy of fuel economy, and even with a reduced cylinder count the numbers are a not great 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway/16 mpg combined. Aside from a brief trip down a run-of-the-mill dirt path, I didn’t do any “off roading” with this Jeep. That’s … a lot.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The Transportation and Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) expects to cut greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles in the region by an estimated 26% from 2022 to 2032, and generate a total of more than $3 billion dollars over ten years for the participating jurisdictions to invest.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2019

announced its next environmental sustainability strategy—PLANET 2050—which includes science-based goals that meet or exceed the goals in the United Nations Paris agreement on climate change. Cummins Inc. By 2050, Cummins is targeting net-zero carbon emissions. —Eric Olson, Senior Vice President at BSR.

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The Truth About Cars

JUNE 5, 2023

The entire package is well put together, balancing fun-to-drive, functionality, and fuel economy. That’s where I thought this review might turn south – perhaps Kia was shortchanging EX buyers and forcing those who wanted comfort and convenience to shell out too much coin for an SX-Prestige top-trim model. All at a reasonable price.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

In response, TransCanada announced it would review all of its options, including filing a new application to receive a Presidential Permit for a cross-border crude oil pipeline from Canada to the United States. The proposed project’s long-term contribution to the US economy would be marginal.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

In response, TransCanada announced it would review all of its options, including filing a new application to receive a Presidential Permit for a cross-border crude oil pipeline from Canada to the United States. The proposed project’s long-term contribution to the US economy would be marginal.

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The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Fuel economy is a predictably dismal 11 mpg city/16 mpg highway/13 mpg combined. Plus the usual suite of ADAS systems – trailer blind-zone alert and brake-pad monitoring are the standouts there.

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