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The US Department of Transportation (DOT) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are jointly proposing changes to the fueleconomy labels consumers see on the window of new vehicles in dealer showrooms. Fuel Consumption: Combined city/highway gallons per 100 miles. Click to enlarge.
Ford Motor Company is lowering the fueleconomy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. Ford said it had identified an error with fueleconomy ratings on the vehicles and notified the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Click to enlarge.
liter Pentastar V-6 engine (Ward’s 10 Best Engines Award two years in a row) with variable-valve timing (VVT) offers best-in-class standard 305 hp (227 kW), with 269 lb-ft (365 N·m) of torque and best-in-class fueleconomy for V-6 trucks, according to Chrysler. Specific fueleconomy figures are note available yet.)
In 11 of the 17 countries where the survey was conducted, 50% or more of consumers said they expect a price of $20,000 or less for an electric vehicle, far below actual costs. There is a clear disconnect between consumers’ expectations for electric vehicles and the actual capabilities and costs of technologies available in the market today.
From a system-level perspective, the XL3 will deliver the same level of fueleconomy, the same overall system efficiency Ashton said—but with lower cost components and lower cost installation. kWh Li-ion battery pack, said Justin Ashton, VP Business Development and co-founder.
In the Crown Victoria, the proof of concept powertrain conversion systems improve fueleconomy from 80%-200% from the base 4.6L The company will deliver these powertrain kits to a dealer network to be established. Gen1 System installed in a Crown Vic. Click to enlarge. Gen 2 system in a rolling chassis.
In an event combining a first-customer ceremony and a media drive, Tustin (California) Hyundai’s Dealer Principal, John Patterson, handed over the keys to Hyundai’s first mass-produced Tucson Fuel Cell crossover ( earlier post ) to Timothy Bush, the first Hyundai Fuel Cell customer, with Hyundai executives in attendance.
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The nonpartisan US Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that federal policies to promote the manufacture and purchase of electric vehicles, some of which also support other types of fuel-efficient vehicles, will have a total budgetary cost of about $7.5 billion through 2019. Indirect effects. That effect may be large.
M-KERS can recover up to 70% of braking energy for around a third the cost of battery electric hybrids, the company says. Their view is that the considerably reduced costs would enable it to become an established low carbon technology ahead of likely fuel cell mass-market adoption.
Ford has tripled to more than 200 the number of dealers certified to sell its lineup of plug-in electrified vehicles, including the C-MAX Energi that is on sale now. Designed to help drivers get the most from C-MAX, SmartGauge with EcoGuide provides information such as instantaneous fueleconomy that is displayed on one of two 4.2-inch
The 2018 Navigator 4x2 delivers combined EPA-rated fueleconomy of 19 mpg (12.37 The Expedition 4x2 delivers combined EPA-rated fueleconomy of 20 mpg (11.75 Expedition retail sales were up nearly 57% last month and vehicles are spending just seven days on dealer lots. The 2018 Navigator is powered by a 3.5-liter
Kiessling Transit has received a grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that pays for 80% of the cost of the Lightning Hybrids’ systems to be installed on Kiessling Transit’s Ford E-450 passenger buses, making them cleaner, more fuel efficient and improving braking efficiency.
Clean and Efficient Power & fueleconomy Available in two trimsSport and Sport Touringthe 2025 Civic Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter Fueleconomy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewers driving experience. miles per gallon. Your numbers may differ.
Design parameters of the current design include a 50% improvement in EPA composite fueleconomy as compared to a conventional Saturn VUE, as well as a 7.5 The current viability plan does not include production and sales to dealers of Saturn products beyond 2009. second acceleration for the baseline vehicle.
Put another way, the rightsizing approach combines the fueleconomy benefits of downsizing with the power of a larger-displacement unit. However, it is also more fuel efficient, picking up 2 mpg on the EPA combined cycle rating—an increase of 9% over the 2017 model. (As Fueleconomy city/hwy/comb. tbd/40/tbd.
Toyota says the lithium-ion battery is 15% more efficient and weighs less, both of which are key for getting high fueleconomy and increased driving range. FuelEconomy. In our short time driving the Prius AWD, the fueleconomy dash meter was reading 54 mpg. Both are mated to a 2.0-liter seconds, which is 2.6
Crane also mentioned that one-quarter to one-third of the cost of a battery system is the packaging, integration and electronics. How did the high fuel prices impact customer behavior in 2008? Department of Defense and FuelEconomy. billion/year to the DOD’s fuel bill. The cells make up the remainder.
The fueleconomy is rated at 39 mpg city/37 highway/38 combined. Fueleconomy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. of torque Fueleconomy: 23 city/29/highway/25 combined Base trim price: $40,800 2.5-liter
The EPA rates fueleconomy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. The average fueleconomy was 46.3 This truly premium midsize sedan is priced competitively, especially when considering the low cost of ownership due to the appealing fuel efficiency. 70-mile run at 45 mph: 58.6
liter 4-cylinder 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque Intelligently Variable Transmission or IVT with paddle shifters Drive Modes: Normal and Sport FuelEconomy: 29 mpg city/39 highway/33 combined GT-Line Turbo 1.6-liter K4s are at Kia dealers now. Hitting the Road First up was the K4 GT-Line with the 2.0L
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 fueleconomy estimates, how fast the plug-in battery charges, or the all-electric driving range for the PHEV.
One of the challenges Clean Fleet Report takes seriously is to test the EPA fueleconomy ratings for the cars, crossovers and trucks we review, knowing efficiency is a top priority when looking to purchase a new vehicle. Go to your local Kia dealer and see for yourself. The EPA 46 MPG Is Only the Start. Adding electric miles.
Hyundai’s first-ever hybrid SUV, the all-new 2022 Tucson Hybrid, delivers great fueleconomy and seats five while hauling all their stuff, too. This system is designed to maximize both fueleconomy and traction depending on the road conditions. The EPA estimates fueleconomy to be 37 mpg city/36 highway/37 combined.
Smart mode will give you the best fueleconomy while compromising slightly on performance. The EPA estimates fueleconomy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined: numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. Your numbers may differ. Capable, not sporty.
For even more fun and exclusivity, the 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition (only 1,000 will be made) takes this proven comfortable driving compact crossover, with best-in-class fueleconomy, to new styling and performance levels. The EPA rates the fueleconomy at 33 mpg city/30 highway/31 combined.
we dispensed 8.1858 gge at one pump, at a price of $2.438/gge, yielding a cost of $19.70. Currently, there is a movement supported by the natural gas fueling and vehicle industry for NCWM to adopt a national standard for dispensing CNG (and LNG) to truckers and other users who typically use diesel fuel in diesel gallon equivalent (DGE) units.
Volkswagen stated the fueleconomy is rated at 28 mpg city/36 highway/31 combined for the FWD Taos, with the 4Motion rated at 25/33/28. When Clean Fleet Report has the 2025 Taos for a week or more we will report on real world fueleconomy and more detail on the powertrains on-road performance. 4 compact SUV.
liter in-line 4-cylinder with tunable exhaust Twin scroll turbocharger with overboost Port and direct fuel injection Rear-wheel drive 315 horsepower (hp)/350 foot-pounds of torque (ft.-lb.) liter in-line 4-cylinder with tunable exhaust Twin scroll turbocharger with overboost Port and direct fuel injection Rear-wheel drive 315 hp/350 ft.
The EPA rates the fueleconomy at 19 city/24 highway/21 combined. To aid in fueleconomy the Palisade has a start-stop feature where the engine shuts off when coming to a stop and restarts automatically. Because of this we don’t address issues such as long-term reliability or total cost of ownership.
Normal and Smart will give the best fueleconomy Through the touchscreen you can configure a Custom setting. The EPA estimates fueleconomy to be 45 mpg city/51 highway/47 combined, numbers that make Clean Fleet Report smile, as we are happy to drive a car that is a serious fuel sipper. A little fin help.
Refreshed Best-Selling Hyundai The 2021 Tucson was first-ever hybrid SUV from Hyundai, delivering increased fueleconomy while seating five and hauling all their stuff. Great as that was, Hyundai was not done as work was underway for the refreshed and updated 2025 Tucson Hybrid that is now in dealers.
Hyundai invited automotive journalists to Baltimore, Maryland, to drive the gasoline versions, which are in dealers now. This Flash Drive is a first look at the gasoline-powered 2024 Kona, with a more detailed review upcoming where we will dive-in deeper to the driving attributes and real-world fueleconomy. FWD $26,785 SE 2.0L
The EPA estimates the G80’s fueleconomy to be 17 mpg city/26 highway/20 combined. For better economy, the 2.5L If fueleconomy is a pacing item, then getting 32 mpg with the smaller displacement probably is worth foregoing the performance benefits of the larger engine. engine with 300 hp and 311 lb.-ft.
The EPA rates fueleconomy at 31 mpg city/28 highway/30 combined. Fueleconomy reported by Clean Fleet Report represents the reviewer’s driving experience. Eco prioritizes fueleconomy by optimizing throttle response and reducing the air conditioning output. A bit about that Lexus dealer.
Driving Range and Charging The two Prius Prime models differ in their EPA rated fueleconomy depending on which tires they are wearing. coefficient of drag (C d ), which helps it cut through the wind and deliver excellent fueleconomy. Driver options The 2023 Toyota Prius Prime uses a 13.6 The aerodynamic design has a 0.27
Out on the freeway, Comfort provided a comfortable ride and was preferred to Eco, where the acceleration response, gearshift points and air conditioning were reduced to get the best fueleconomy. These are the fueleconomy ratings for each engine, with rear wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD.) RWD 21/31/24.
Fueleconomy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience. non-turbo, fueleconomy estimates are 30 mpg city/37 highway/37 combined. In both cases, the emissions have been reduced and fueleconomy and performance increased compared to the 2021 Civic.
Doing a price comparison, including the cost of fuel and maintenance, the Lightning Pro matches very well against the competition, especially as a work truck. If you are in the market for a very capable, modern truck, and electric power fits your driving lifestyle, then contact your local Ford dealer.
This fueleconomy is encouraging, but it will take a wide open road with little traffic and lots of patience to equal it. If fueleconomy is your primary focus and you can live without high performance, the standard turbocharged 2.3L This car begs to be driven with great elan , so real world driving will use more fuel.
Running on unleaded premium, the EPA has rated the fueleconomy at 19 mpg city/25 highway/21 combined. Fueleconomy numbers reported by Clean Fleet Report are non-scientific and represent the reviewer’s driving experience using the dash gauge computer. Your dealer sales associate will explain how this program works.
Fueleconomy is EPA rated at 24 mpg city, 28 highway, 25 combined. The mild hybrid system consists of a 48-volt electrical system that allows the engine to shut off when not needed, increasing fueleconomy. Visit your local Mazda dealer to see how the 2024 CX-90 fits your driving lifestyle. Turbo: A mild hybrid 3.3-liter
fueleconomy at 19 mpg city/26 highway/21 combined, with one mile more on the highway for the FWD model. However, on a 175-mile fuel mileage run, with the cruise control set at 65 mph and on flat, smooth roadways, we averaged 29.6 The best fueleconomy comes from the Blazer FWD with the 2.0L
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