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2017 Kia Niro Gets 76.6 MPG in US West to East Coast Run
The Kia Niro, a small five- passenger Crossover Hybrid Vehicle, is the first dedicated Kia hybrid. Continue reading
Hybrid Vehicles Overtaking Diesels on Fuel Economy
However, the downturn in diesel mpg may be due to a change in manufacturers’ focus from fuel economy to NOx emissions after the Volkswagen Dieselgate fraud. Nonetheless, there clearly is an improvement in gasoline hybrid performance because of technologyl advances. Continue reading
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Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, co2, hybrid EVs, Ken Zino, nox, VW dieselgate
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EPA Keeps 54.5 MPG Fuel Economy Rules in Place
Automakers are squealing about the just announced EPA plan to keep 54.5 mpg fuel economy regulations in place after a detailed technical analysis of the industries progress thus far. The agency’s rule still must be finalized after a 30-day comment period that would close before Donald Trump’s inauguration. Continue reading
VW Diesel Emissions Settlements – Wisconsin Tax Rules
The Wisconsin Department of Revenue has issued guidance on the sales tax implications of the VW and Audi diesel emission fraud settlements. Continue reading
NiroBot for Facebook to Hype Kia Niro Hybrid
Messenger is allegedly used by more than 1 billion consumers monthly, and those accessing the NiroBot for Messenger will get vehicle information, interior and exterior galleries, multimedia product overviews, lots of hype and the ability to schedule a test drive of the first Kia vehicle to make use of an all-new, dedicated eco-car platform. Continue reading
Seattle Fire Department Increases Mileage with Hybrid Ambulances
Hybrid ambulances responding to 911 emergencies in the Seattle city centers how a 23% increase in mpg and a 19% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. Continue reading
Jaguar I-Pace Concept – Electric but not Electrifying
The revenge of tougher fuel economy regulations is on full display at the Los Angeles Auto Show with the debut of the Jaguar I-Pace concept – a frumpy electric vehicle that runs counter to Jaguar’s low and sleek design practices. Continue reading
Posted in alternative fuels, auto news, concept, design and styling, electric vehicles, electronics, environment, fuel economy or emissions, global warming, marketing, milestones, news analysis, public health
Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, I-Pace, Jaguar I-Pace Concept, Ken Zino
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Volkswagen Passat GT Concept at Automobility LA
Year-to date diesel emissions defeat-device Volkswagen sales are at 256,047 (-13.09%) with the Passat at 59,320 for a -17.4% drop. The German automaker is strapped for cash, hence the trim package on an aging design. Continue reading
Is Renault Joining VW in Failed Diesel Emission Tests?
In a tersely worded statement this afternoon, Renault Group acknowledged that a French Government Agency forwarded a file on failed diesel emission tests to prosecutors, who now must decide the next steps. Continue reading
ExxonMobil Under Scrutiny for Its Climate Change Propaganda
In a disturbing development with broad First Amendment implications, ExxonMobil is lashing out against the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) and others – in the words of UCS, “who feel they are holding them accountable for their decades of deception.” Continue reading
Toyota to Sell Fuel Cell Buses in Japan Next Year
Toyota has released the Mirai FCV, while also engaging in the technological and product development of FC buses, fuel cell forklifts, as well as stationary fuel cells for use in homes. Continue reading
U.S. Court Grants $14.7 Billion Plea in VW Diesel Fraud Case. Criminal Charges, Fines, Stockholder Lawsuits Outstanding
U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer today approved a $14.7 billion partial Consent Decree plea deal between Volkswagen, the California Air Resources Board (CARB), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Justice (US DOJ) and the U.S. Federal Trade … Continue reading
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Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, carb, dirty diesels, epa, Ken Zino, NOx emissions, vw diesel fraud
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Magna Expending in Active Aerodynamics
A vehicle’s aerodynamic profile is a major contributor to its fuel economy, of course, which is inversely is proportional to CO2 emissions. Thus, the higher the fuel economy, the lower the production of CO2, a greenhouse gas. Expect to see many more active aerodynamics – deflectors, spoilers, wings, splitters in the near future – because they can increase fuel economy by 1% or more. Continue reading
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Gasp! Bentley Bentayga Diesel Debuts
Is there is any appeal for the super-rich for a high mileage Bentley? The Crewe, UK, based, VW-owned purveyor of luxury cars and with Bentayga trucks, claims this is also the fastest diesel SUV: 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph). Continue reading
Constellium, UACJ Open Kentucky Aluminum Auto Sheet Plant
The auto sheet plant is currently in testing phase, with ramp-up planned over the next two years. As of today, the line is essentially committed with orders from leading automotive OEMs in North America Constellium-UACJ said. Continue reading
