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Green Car Congress
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Developed as part of Kia’s new global brand transformation, “Movement that Inspires,” Sportage PHEV augments the Kia subcompact SUV lineup with two design-focused X-Line trim levels that come standard with all-wheel drive. A 6-speed automatic transmission with selectable drive modes is standard, as is Downhill Brake Control (DBC).
Green Car Congress
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Updated V-8 gasoline engines with Dynamic Fuel Management include the available 6.2L All engines are coupled with a standard 10-speed automatic transmission with push-button electronic shift. V-8 rated at 355 horsepower (265 kilowatts) is standard on LS, LT, Z71, RST and Premier models; and a 6.2L Duramax turbo-diesel engine.
Green Cars News
APRIL 25, 2009
At the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 2009 World Congress, an update was presented of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicle standards that are being revised by the SAE Hybrid Standards Committee. A separate standard will be developed for the European market.
Clean Fleet Report
JUNE 21, 2024
Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fuel economy at 18 mpg city/27 highway/21 combined. Fuel economy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Your numbers may differ. liter producing 300 hp and 311 lb.-ft.
Green Car Congress
AUGUST 6, 2013
Fleet-wide average fuel economy standards in all regions are driving demand for more efficient vehicle technologies. These standards could help or hurt EVs, depending on the degree to which they stimulate a market for other advanced vehicle technologies and drive efficiency gains in ICE vehicles.
The Truth About Cars
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The midrange Malibu includes a bevy of standard equipment, wrapped in a low-key body nobody notices. Importantly, wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay are included as standard. Once paired, the phone connects to the car seamlessly as long as the phone’s Bluetooth is turned on. Below it are the lesser-equipped RS and 1LS.
Green Car Congress
APRIL 23, 2009
Active standards work. During the SAE 2009 World Congress in Detroit, Gary Kissel of General Motors presented an update of hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicle standards being revised or developed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Hybrid Standards Committee. by Jack Rosebro. Click to enlarge. J1772: Charging.
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