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10 Best Green Cars on New List

November 1, 2020January 17, 2013 by Michael Coates

The Prius C hybrid ranked the number one green car of 2013 models by ACEEE. The ACEEE (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy) has been singling out the greenest vehicles for a decade and a half, so their list is eagerly awaited for those focused on fuel efficiency and low pollutant emissions. The 2013 list has some familiar models, but has more new vehicles than any previous list, which shows the rapid shift the market has taken to high-efficiency vehicles.

10 Best Selling 40+ MPG Cars

October 30, 2020January 14, 2013 by Michael Coates

The diversity of choice shows on Clean Fleet Report’s list of 2012’s Top 10 best-selling high-mileage cars among hybrid/clean diesel/plug-in hybrid models.

Electric Vehicles Not Greeted Warmly in 2013

April 26, 2022January 6, 2013 by Michael Coates

Predictions for 2013 plug-in sales range from enthusiasts who hope for a culture shift that would allow EVs to take a major share of the market to more realistic analysts who expect growth less dramatic than the 200 percent increase in 2012 compared to 2011.

Honda’s Plug-In Accord Hits Low Emission Milestone for California

October 30, 2020January 5, 2013 by Michael Coates

Honda is an engineering-led company, which is why it takes pride in accomplishments that might leave other companies scratching their heads at the effort expended.

High MPG To Be Top Draw At Detroit Auto Show

October 29, 2020January 2, 2013 by Michael Coates

The 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS, aka the Detroit Auto Show) is the premier auto show on this continent, beginning the year by entertaining thousands of journalists from all over the world and showcasing more than 50 of the latest vehicles from American and foreign automakers.

The new Volkswagen Beetle – 40 mpg blast from the past

October 28, 2020December 27, 2012 by Michael Coates

The 2013 VW Beetle TDI is no longer that bare-bones icon of the Sixties nor the note-perfect cute revival New Beetle of the past decade. With the 2.0-liter turbo-diesel engine, the Beetle will regularly turn in 40+ mpg on the highway. The EPA numbers are 28 city/ 41 highway with the manual and 29/39 with the automatic. As is the case with most diesels, and in contrast to most gasoline-fueled vehicles, beating EPA fuel economy numbers are not hard.

2013 Fuel Economy – Real World MPG versus Automakers and EPA

October 27, 2020December 20, 2012 by Michael Coates

The good news – as we saw at the recent LA Auto Show, the options are growing and it should continue to get easier to match up a specific driver’s needs and driving patterns with the optimal vehicle configuration and powertrain.

Fuel Economy Center Stage at Los Angeles Auto Show

November 4, 2024December 8, 2012 by Michael Coates

The 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show’s media preview days’ included cars and SUVS with record fuel economy. All of the mainstream vehicle introductions – whether the vehicle was fueled by gasoline, diesel, a gasoline-electric hybrid system (that may or may not plug in) or electricity – focused on the improved fuel economy of the vehicle being introduced.

Top 10 Low Carbon Footprint Cars for 2014

November 18, 2019March 24, 2009 by Michael Coates

The Clean Fleet Top 10 Low Carbon cars of 2014 include a parade of electrified models, mostly small except for the large and expensive Tesla Model S. A variety of models give the carbon-conscious buyer several different models to choose from.

Biofuels: Important Options for Cleaner Transportation

May 3, 2021May 14, 2008 by Michael Coates

Biofuels are becoming important options for cleaner transportation. Today’s available selection includes biogasoline, biodiesel, ethanol and butanol.

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