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MARCH 7, 2019

The latest edition of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual Automotive Trends Report finds that Model Year (MY) 2017 vehicle fuel economy was 24.9 The report also assesses compliance performance for individual automakers and for the US fleet as a whole with the greenhouse gas emissions standards for light-duty vehicles.

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Fuel Economy 2017 Economy EPA 268

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DECEMBER 11, 2011

Light duty vehicle fleet by type and average fuel efficiency. ExxonMobil expects that by 2040, hybrids and other advanced vehicles will account for nearly 50 percent of light duty vehicles on the road, compared to only about 1 percent today. Source: ExxonMobil Outlook. Click to enlarge. L/100 km) by 2040.

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JANUARY 18, 2018

Fabien Redon, Vice President, Technology Development at Achates, said they estimate that the OPGCI pickup will achieve 37 mpg (6.35 l/100 km) on the combined cycle—nearly five MPG better than the proposed CAFE 2025 requirements for a vehicle of a similar size. The OP engine produces 270 hp and 480 lb-ft (651 N·m).

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F-150 Gasoline MPG Engine 305

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APRIL 11, 2023

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. Trend toward larger vehicles that have more aluminum content per vehicle.

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Market SUV 2020 MPG 449

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JULY 15, 2014

For example, switching from a 10-mile-per-gallon (mpg) vehicle to a 15-mpg vehicle saves more fuel and results in greater fuel cost savings than switching from a 25-mpg vehicle to a 75-mpg vehicle. For a consumer who drives 12,000 miles per year and pays $3.50

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 325

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The new hybrid version of Toyota’s all-time best-selling car series achieves at least 50 mpg (4.7 The model adapts the latest Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive from the new-generation Prius, already proven as an MPG winner. This mode is useful for operating the vehicle in parking lots or indoor parking garages, for example.

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MPG Hybrid Toyota Auto 306

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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. Conceived around a B-segment platform, the prototype incorporates around 100 new, realistic technological developments that are designed to be introduced gradually on upcoming Renault vehicles. range of electric vehicles.

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Plug-in MPG Hybrid Plug 370

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AUGUST 2, 2018

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released their long-expected notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to adjust the Congressionally-mandated Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) and Light-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards.

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Fuel Economy Economy EPA MPG 186

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OCTOBER 11, 2014

The agency’s reasoning was that since alternative fuel vehicle production has generally been less than 0.1% of total vehicle production until very recently, the impact of excluding alternative fuel vehicles was negligible. In the analysis, EPA uses overall fuel economy in mpg equivalent (mpge) and tailpipe CO 2 emission values.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy PHEV 312

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OCTOBER 5, 2016

The average fuel economy (window-sticker value) of new vehicles sold in the US in September was 25.2 Michael Sivak and Brandon Schoettle at University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) This decline likely reflects the increased proportion of light trucks among the vehicles sold, they suggested.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel MPG 231

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JANUARY 2, 2014

US mpg) fuel economy, equivalent to CO 2 emissions of 59 g/km (94.95 g/mile); higher performance laser headlights; and new user control and display interfaces and lighting technology. In the dual headlights, a typical quattro feature, Audi is demonstrating future lighting technology by combining matrix LED and laser light technologies.

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Audi Plug-in Concept MPG 310

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APRIL 2, 2019

The vehicle gets its high appetite for fun and low appetite for fuel from a 1.5-liter Estimated highway fuel economy is 40 mpg US (5.88 A rigid steering mount provides a direct yet light feel, and the brakes are tuned to yield a progressive feel when cornering. The system scans the road ahead for potential vehicle collisions.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 31, 2023

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Friday issued a proposal to update Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks, calling for a fleet average of 58 mpg, according to its methodology, by 2032—which will equate to a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 43.5

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MPG Fuel Economy Fleet Corporation 145

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JANUARY 9, 2014

To make driving less energy intensive than flying, the fuel economy of the entire US fleet of light-duty vehicles would have to improve from the current 21.5 l/100 km) at the current vehicle load, or vehicle load would have to increase from the current 1.38 l/100 km) to at least 33.8 persons to at least 2.3

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Energy Fuel Economy Personal Economy 344

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AUGUST 6, 2021

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a proposed rulemaking for model year 2023-2026 light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas emissions standards, and outlined its plans to initiate a subsequent rulemaking to set standards for MY 2027 and beyond, to speed the transition of the light-duty vehicle fleet toward a zero emissions future.

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EPA Standards Light Emissions 170

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MARCH 9, 2013

The relative shift away from motor gasoline to diesel is driven by improving light-duty vehicle fuel economy and the growth in commercial transportation activity. Fuel demand for heavy-duty vehicles, the largest subsector, sees the greatest growth, up 65%, and accounts for 40% of all transportation demand by 2040.

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Gasoline Transportation 2020 Diesel 383

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

The 400 kg (curbweight) Aixam quadricycle, with a 400cc two-cylinder diesel, is an example of the size and weight needed in future city vehicles, Meilhan suggests. The future of electric vehicles (EVs) depends on regulations from governments and the European Union, incentivizing the consumer to buy them. l/100km (66 mpg US).

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MPG Tax Gasoline-Electric 2012 385

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NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Toyota projects fuel economy of 52 mpg city / 48 mpg highway / 50 mpg combined for the AWD-e model, and estimates that the AWD-e model—which is debuting at the LA Auto Show—could account for as much as 25% of annual US Prius sales. The XLE and Limited grades include Standard Smart Key System on three doors.

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Prius 2019 All-Electric Nickel Metal Hydride 294

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DECEMBER 15, 2013

By 2040, hybrids are expected to account for about 35% of the global light-duty vehicle fleet, up from less than 1% in 2010. In 2010, about 75% of the world’s vehicles were in OECD countries. Vehicle penetration 2000 to 2040. Range of average vehicle efficiency. liters per 100 km) compared to 24 mpg (9.8

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Oil-Sands Energy Hybrid Oil 309

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APRIL 2, 2022

The new standards require an industry-wide fleet average of approximately 49 mpg for passenger cars and light trucks in model year 2026. Estimated Average of CAFE Levels (mpg) Required Under Final Rule. Light Trucks. Passenger Cars. Overall Fleet.

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MPG Standards Fleet Fuel Economy 150

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JULY 29, 2023

NHTSA is also setting forth proposed augural standards for MY 2032 passenger cars and light trucks, that would increase at 2% and 4% year over year, respectively, as compared to the prior year’s standards. gallons per 100 miles in MY 2038. The proposal would also drive fuel efficiency improvements for heavy-duty pickup trucks and work vans.

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Standards Fuel Fuel Economy Alternative Fuels 283

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DECEMBER 14, 2022

Fleet-wide fuel economy for vehicles sold in the U.S. The real-world fuel economy of light-duty vehicles sold in the U.S. has stumbled, according to the EPA's recently released 2022 Automotive Trends Report. The report points to increased SUV sales as one reason for the stagnation of efficiency.

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Fuel Economy Economy SUV Fuel 168

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

The revised hybrid system boosts output to 134 hp (up from 121) and 156 lb-ft (212 N·m) of torque (up from 146 lb-ft / 200 N·m), while EPA-estimated combined fuel economy reaches 47 mpg. The EPA combined fuel economy rating is 44 mpg. The upgraded hybrid system improves acceleration and mid-range power. The 2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter

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Hybrid Toyota Fuel Economy Economy 459

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APRIL 9, 2014

mpg) and a 9.2% Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) announced preliminary test results of its Dedicated-Exhaust Gas Recirculation (D-EGR) demonstration vehicle ( earlier post ) at the SAE 2014 World Congress in Detroit. Terry Alger, assistant director in SwRI’s Engine, Emissions and Vehicle Research Division. Chadwell et al.,

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Gasoline Emissions Diesel Exhaust 317

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MARCH 29, 2025

The undetectable and seamless transitions have the Crown Hybrid EPA fuel economy rated at 42 mpg city/41 highway/41 combined. Toyota is the largest seller of hybrid vehicles and it would be helpful to the driver if they were a leader in this feature, too. to control various vehicle and entertainment features.

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APRIL 23, 2018

Avalon HV continues to be the only full hybrid vehicle in the segment. Toyota estimates that the 2019 Avalon Hybrid will boost fuel economy by up to 10% over its MY 2018 predecessor, from 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) combined to 44 mpg (5.34 AGC can only be activated when the vehicle is being operated in the ECO drive mode setting.

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Fuel Economy MPG 2019 Economy 186

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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 l/100 km) for a vehicle of that size.

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Fuel Economy Economy Gasoline Downsizing 357

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JUNE 6, 2018

The EU 6AG (Euro 6d-TEMP) emission standard includes fuel consumption measurements according to the new, realistic Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) and Real Driving Emissions (RDE) test. GTI were determined based on the new WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light-Duty Vehicles Test Procedure).

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2018 Engine International Exhaust 305

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JUNE 20, 2024

EPA and its latest light- and medium-duty vehicle standards set for the 2027-2032 model years. The oil industry last week launched a legal challenge versus the U.S. The case was filed by the American Petroleum Institute (API), which represents members ranging from valve makers to Shell and Exxon Mobil.

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Oil Standards Industry Industrial 163

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APRIL 19, 2014

mpg US), a CO 2 equivalent of 45 grams per kilometer (72.4 kW alternating current across the air gap in the secondary coil, which is integrated into the vehicle. In such situations, e.g. on a slippery road or in light off-road conditions, this essentially makes the Audi TT offroad concept an e?tron Fuel consumption is 1.9

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Audi Plug-in Concept Plug 385

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JANUARY 16, 2018

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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Fuel Economy Economy EPA Fuel 261

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DECEMBER 13, 2022

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its annual Automotive Trends Report , which shows that model year (MY) 2021 vehicle fuel economy remained at a record high—but flat with MY 2020 fuel economy—while CO 2 emission levels reached a new record low. Since MY 2004, CO 2 emissions have decreased 25%, or by 114 g/mi.

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Fuel Economy EPA Economy Fuel 243

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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 It incorporates subsequent industry research and new modeling of advanced vehicle technologies.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel Price 210

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JUNE 27, 2017

The all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan—the second-generation of the vehicle—is powered by the latest version of the EA888 four-cylinder engine, the 2.0L 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 Third, the EA888 2.0TSI Gen.3

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2018 Engine SUV MPG 314

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FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The non-hybrid 2025 Forester is EPA rated at up to 26 mpg in the city, 33 on the highway. Fuel economy drops by one mpg on some trim lines. Cladding is also found to a more normal degree across the front facia, just below the LED head and fog lights, and on the rear fascia. Roof rails and a shark fin antenna are up top.

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Hybrid Fuel Economy MPG Economy 88

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MARCH 3, 2020

In the US, Model Year (MY) 2018 vehicle fuel economy was 25.1 In model year 2018, the average estimated real-world CO2 emission rate for all new vehicles fell by 4 grams per mile (g/mi) to 353 g/mi, the lowest level measured since 1975, when EPA data collection began. miles per gallon, 0.8% higher than the 24.9 Source: EPA.

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Fuel Economy Economy Fuel 2004 221

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

not a truck or SUV, and not a vehicle from BMW, Audi, Porsche or Mercedes-Benz) have until recently only had Volkswagen-brand cars as an option: Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat. of sales of the vehicle. The Cruze Diesel is identified by a discreet badge on the trunk. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) l/100 km, respectively).

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Diesel Fuel Economy MPG Economy 311