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Ducker survey of automakers suggests aluminum content surge in EV market; SUVs & pickups to constitute 85% of the BEV market by 2030

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A new survey of automakers and Tier 1 suppliers conducted by Ducker Carlisle concludes that as electric vehicles continue to enter the mass market, aluminum demand will grow through the end of the decade. Aggressive CO 2 and Miles Per Gallon (MPG) regulatory targets helping drive EV adoption and aluminum growth.

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EPA fuel economy report finds weight and power leveling off, footprint stable

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EPA recently released the latest edition of its annual report Light-Duty Automotive Technology, Carbon Dioxide Emissions and Fuel Economy Trends. The report is the authoritative reference for real-world fuel economy, technology trends and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions, for new personal vehicles sold in the US every year since 1975.

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These hybrids have AWD, top 40 mpg, cost less than $30,000

Baua Electric

If so, one of the market’s low-priced, high-mpg all-wheel-drive hybrids may be your best bet. But if we set the cost ceiling in bargain territory by today’s standards, at $30,000, we’re setting a bar far below the base price of any American-market AWD EVs. There aren’t all that many all-wheel-drive hybrids to begin with.

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Hyundai unveils 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid; 50 MPG EPA-estimated combined rating on the first Elantra Hybrid

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The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness design identity, hybrid-electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The first Elantra Hybrid to be brought to market offers more than an EPA-estimated 50 mpg combined cycle.

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The Impact of All-Terrain Tires on Fuel Economy

The Truth About Cars

It doesn’t hurt that most of these tires have an aggressive design, both on the sidewall and in the tread pattern, which matches the look for which many owners of these rigs are seeking. The tread design benefits from a broad footprint on whatever surface you are driving on. It has reinforced shoulder support, too.

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Toyota introducing Corolla Hybrid to US at LA Auto Show; at least 50 mpg

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Toyota is introducing the Corolla Hybrid to the US market at the LA Auto Show. The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 l/100 km) combined fuel economy (projected). liter inline four-cylinder engine was designed specifically for a hybrid application. Earlier post.).

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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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The first generation arrived on the market in 1998.) liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). liters per 100 km (35 mpg US ) and CO2 emissions of 159 g per km (256 g/mile). The special pump design reduces weight by around 1.5 3 rd generation Audi TT. Click to enlarge.

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