Green Car Reports

JANUARY 5, 2012

Engine coolant isn't something you often think about when considering the running costs of your car. If we told you that a special waterless coolant would improve your fuel efficiency ten percent, extend your engine's life.

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Engine MPG Oil Gas 131

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 18, 2014

As described in multiple DOE reports, the main barriers to widespread PEV commercialization are the cost; performance and life; and abuse tolerance of high?energy Specifically: the current cost of high?energy displayed in longer EV range, higher MPG and/or MPGe ratings). Advanced Combustion Engine R&D. duty engines.

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

A new economic analysis in an issue brief from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is recommending that the Obama Administration set a fleet-wide car and light truck fuel economy standard of 60 mpg (3.92 The economic analysis shows that going to 38 mpg (6.19 L/100km) by 2025 and 74 mpg (3.18 L/100km) and 60 mpg (3.92

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MPG Standards America Fuel Economy 225

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2015

liter direct injection turbocharged engine from Toyota’s new family of efficient engines announced last year ( earlier post ) joins the existing gasoline line-up. liter D-4D engine has been substantially upgraded, offering best-in-class CO 2 emissions in the 90 hp category. engine that went on sale in AYGO and Yaris last year.

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Gasoline Engine Toyota Gasoline-Electric 150

Green Car Congress

MARCH 4, 2010

Transonic is currently working with four OEMs on evaluating the system, Rocke said: one each in Asia, North America, Europe and the other in the heavy-duty engine sector. Although the switch required some rapid on-the-fly computer keyboard work by an engineer, the engine didn’t miss a beat, according to Rocke.).

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Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Engine 297

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

The BUSolutions demonstrator LCO-140H (Low Cost of Ownership–1 st 40-foot Hybrid) series hydraulic hybrid transit bus yields fuel economy of 6.9 The goal was to develop a significantly lighter-weight, heavy-duty bus design that yields superior fuel efficiency to conventional buses at a lower lifecycle cost. Click to enlarge.

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Fuel Economy Economy Hybrid MPG 294

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 11, 2012

Tata Technologies, a global provider of engineering services and product development IT, was selected by Michelin to display its electric MObility (eMO) engineering study EV as part of the Michelin Challenge Design display at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The front seats are mounted atop the 18.4

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Detroit Low Cost Engine Personal 268

Green Car Congress

JUNE 11, 2009

These were compared to a conventional HEV, using the same hybrid drive as the power split PHEV, and a conventional combustion engine vehicle. The engine turns on only if the road load exceeds the power capability of either the battery or the motor. Load engine power strategy. Optimum engine power strategy. L/100km (35.6

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PHEV Cost Of MPG Kansas City 150

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 11, 2009

At the US average cost of electricity (approximately 11 cents per kWh), GM calculates that a typical Volt driver would pay about $2.75 For all-electric mode, FE would be expressed in miles per gallon equivalent (mpg e ) and/or kWh per 100 miles. for electricity to travel 100 miles, or less than three cents per mile.

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Volt MPG EPA GM 230

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. The Renault gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid system supports 60 km of electric range plus extended range due to the gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine. For the EOLAB prototype, the Z.E. range of electric vehicles.

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Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug 370

The Truth About Cars

APRIL 3, 2024

The high cost of new cars is often bemoaned by consumers and keyboard warriors such as us alike. On a MPG basis, fuel economy is excellent. Cons The engine is a bit too noisy under load or when pushed -- and you'll be pushing it a lot. While the MPG numbers are great, the range stunk, presumably due to a small fuel tank.

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Nissan MPG Fuel Economy Honda 89

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Used Priuses, especially the Generation 2 that were made from 2004 to 2009 are becoming a bargain to buy, especially for the MPG and features you get in return. We only drove ’normal’ ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) cars before but those gave me a feeling of always being in a hurry. l/100 km (51 mpg US) in the summer, and 5.3

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2004 Prius Cheap 2009 409

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2017

Starting from a baseline 26 mpg (9.04 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 l/100 km) in 2025 and to 42–46 mpg (5.6-5.11 Previous costs of compliance have been greatly overestimated. Advanced engines.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

mpg US (5.87 mpg by 2016 and result in an average light vehicle tailpipe CO 2 level of 250 grams per mile. downsize), and the agencies say they have included costs of preserving performance, utility and safety. mpg in MY 2021. mpg in model year 2025. L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6 improvements.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy MPG 338

Green Car Congress

JUNE 23, 2014

At the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Annual Merit Review meeting in Washington, DC last week, Michael Ruth from Cummins noted that the DOE program target for the project is a fuel economy (CAFE) target of 26 mpg (9.05 l/100 km), and as such would not meet the GHG requirement of 28 mpg (8.4 Earlier post.). Source: Cummins.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing 357

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2014

reduction in combined fuel economy (45 mpg down to 38 mpg), and the C-MAX and Fusion plug-in hybrids saw about a 12% decrease in charge sustaining and charge depleting fuel economy, and about a 10% decrease in all-electric range. Use of these engineering models is a common industry practice, consistent with EPA regulations.

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Fuel Economy Economy Ford Plug-in 218

Green Car Congress

JULY 11, 2017

The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), one of the organizations at the root of uncovering the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal ( earlier post ), has published a new analysis of developments and trends in advanced diesel engine technology. mpg in model year 2025—equating to 54.5

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Diesel Light Fuel Economy 2017 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

liter twin-turbo V6 engine with 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, delivered through a 10-speed transmission. The 2018 Navigator 4x2 delivers combined EPA-rated fuel economy of 19 mpg (12.37 liter EcoBoost engine and 10-speed automatic transmission that produce up to 400 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

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Kentucky SUV Ford MPG 186

Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

The Ford F-150 Hybrid powertrain has been updated for 2024 Hybrid F-Series models no longer shudder and judder The F-150 Hybrid costs $59,345, delivers good value for money Ford fixed the F-150 Hybrid. Based on how well the Hybrid now drives, hauls, and generates its way to higher mpg, it probably should have been the headline all along.

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F-150 Ford Hybrid MPG 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2011

With DFCO, while the vehicle is decelerating or slowing down, fuel is automatically shut off to the Cruze’s Ecotec engine. These types of cost-effective technologies allow Chevrolet to offer customers a vehicle that achieves hybrid-like efficiency without the cost of the hybrid technology. liter turbocharged engine.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel GM 186

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Since the Proterra electric buses have no combustion engine, riders will enjoy a quieter, smoother, exhaust-free ride. In addition to traveler benefits, the operational cost of electricity, at $.19/mile, Grants are awarded for up to 50% of the cost of zero emissions vehicles and associated infrastructure.

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BYD 2018 International San Francisco 150

Baua Electric

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

As before, the engine in the Hybrid (and PHEV) Tucson is a 1.6-liter Between engine and transmission is a 47.7-kw Power delivery is almost always smooth, regardless of whether it’s engine, battery, or both powering the wheels. In most cases, the engine switching on was imperceptible, or almost. kw (64-hp) electric motor.

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Tucson Hyundai Hybrid MPG 52

Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2009

At the New York International Auto Show, Chrysler LLC introduced the first of an all-new line of V-6 engines intended to improve fuel efficiency across the Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge lineup by 8% on average compared with previous Chrysler V-6 engines. Low cost of ownership was an initial design requirement for the engine.

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Chrysler Engine Jeep Fuel Economy 150

Green Car Congress

JULY 1, 2009

While full electric powertrains (battery and fuel cell) will at some point become pervasive in light-duty vehicles, the dominance of the internal-combustion engine will remain unchallenged over the next twenty years, according to Robert Bosch GmbH executives at their annual International Automotive Press Briefing in Boxberg, Germany.

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Engine Li-ion Lithium Ion Gasoline-Electric 150

Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2023

Flash Drive: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid 40+ MPG Small SUV Starting Under $30,000 Another notch in Toyota’s hybrid belt The Toyota Corolla is one of the best-selling vehicles in the world and Toyota is the largest seller of hybrid vehicles in the world. To keep those lofty perches, sitting still will not do. It combines a 2.0-liter,

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Toyota Hybrid San Diego MPG 84

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Cummins will display a new powertrain, configurable for either a full battery electric vehicle (BEV) or a range extended electric vehicle (REEV) incorporating a compact engine-generator. liter engine is downsized by about 50% in terms of displacement and can achieve up to 10 mpg, significantly lowering the carbon footprint.

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Range Battery Batteries Electric 191

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

2022 Jetta and Jetta GLI—HP & MPG. liter inline four-cylinder engine that replaces last year’s turbocharged 1.4-liter. This may seem like a minor change, but the new engine has 158 horsepower (11 more hp than the outgoing engine) while continuing with 184 pound-feet (lb. Manual: 24 mpg city/34 highway/28 combined.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 70

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Genesis says the 2022 G70 sport sedan is “designed to perform, tailored to be driven, engineered to care.” We spent a week in the smallest Genesis sedan that is designed to take-on the BMW 3-series and Mercedes-Benz C-class sports sedans and found it was a lot of well-engineered car for the money. The base 2.0-liter A robust V6.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 83

Clean Fleet Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Feel the engine rumble. liter inline 16-valve 4-cylinder engine putting out 241 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. Volkswagen engineers have made it possible from a standing start, at slow speeds and on flat roads, to gently release the clutch without pressing on the accelerator pedal. The last lap? Engage the clutch.

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MPG Fuel Economy Clean Cleaning 79

Clean Fleet Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The EPA rates fuel economy for the 2022 Lexus ES 300h at 43 mpg city/44 highway/44 combined mpg. mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control). mpg average (Rush hour, on-and-off the brakes). mpg average (Using the adaptive cruise control).

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Lexus Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 81

Clean Fleet Report

DECEMBER 25, 2022

Engine and Drive Choices. The midsize 2022 Chevrolet Blazer has two engines options, one transmission, and either front wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine has 228 horsepower (hp) and 258 pound-feet (lb.-ft) of torque, with both engines mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission.

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Chevrolet MPG SUV Fuel Economy 87

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 17, 2011

liter OM 138 4-cylinder engine, and delivered fuel consumption of an average of slightly above 9.0L/100 100 km (26 mpg US), compared to the 13L/100km (18 mpg US) consumed by the corresponding gasoline-fueled model. The Bosch Four-plunger injection pump allowed engine speeds of up to 3000 rpm and ensured rapid fuel delivery.

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Diesel Production Mercedes MPG 199

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 12, 2022

Ford not only brought back its compact pickup, which some thought was a gamble, but the Maverick comes standard with a hybrid engine. EcoBoost engine and the 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive (AWD) is an option with this engine, but not so with the base hybrid engine. You can take it with you.

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Ford MPG Fuel Economy Clean 93

Clean Fleet Report

AUGUST 30, 2022

mpg on combined highway and in-town driving through Southern California. Liter gasoline engine and a 94kW electric motor. An efficient engine and electric power. The EPA has rated the Maverick Hybrid’s fuel economy at 42 mpg city/33 highway and 37 combined. Fuel Economy King in a Not-So-Small Pickup.

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Ford Hybrid MPG Fuel Economy 88

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 18, 2017

TFSI engine developing 170 hp. TFSI engine powers both the A4 Avant g-tron and the A5 Sportback g-tron. TFSI engine powers both the A4 Avant g-tron and the A5 Sportback g-tron. The newly developed engine is based on the new gasoline-powered 2.0 mpg US) and 126 grams of CO 2 per kilometer (202.8 kilogram (1.3

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Audi Gas Available Standards 150

Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Two Engine Choices. Honda gives drivers options of two four-cylinder engines for the front-wheel drive Civic sedan. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) is tuned a bit different for each engine with Honda programming “step shifts” that simulate gear changes. Honda bumps up mpg & power. Your numbers may differ.

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Honda MPG Fuel Economy Economy 85

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The company said that the complexity of the engineering solution will determine how many vehicles return to service. A primary goal of the final phase of the program is to determine how reverse power-flow might reduce the operating costs of commercial fleets. mpg, while the minivans delivered 55.0

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Chrysler PHEV Fleet Minivan 268