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«Mandating tough fuel economy standards on auto manufacturers will do far more to reduce greenhouse emissions than a tax,» wrote one CEO.

But what does the Clean Fuel Standard mean for jobs, the economy and Canadian households?

This summer the administration delayed a federal rule set to take effect in July, that increased the penalty for automakers who built vehicles that did not meet minimum fuel efficiency standards.

«In addition, the threatening mood music around this legislation of sacking head teachers will do nothing to raise standards as it will simply fuel the recruitment and retention crisis.

Not only does this system reduce their electricity bought from the grid by 70 %, but it helps Bates Troy serve their customers even during power outages and shifts away from standard fossil fuels.

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, an Iowa Republican, suggested the Senate could hold up Trump administration nominees to the EPA if it doesn't abandon a potential rollback of Renewable Fuel Standard requirements.

So they did, and now — with the Environmental Protection Agency being pressed to set an automobile fuel - economy standard of 60 mpg by 2025 — Kuttner intends to create a consumer version.

Or the biodiesel itself can be further refined to ensure that it doesn't solidify until at least — 40 degrees Celsius -LRB--- 40 degrees Fahrenheit), the current standard for petroleum - derived jet fuel.

Plug - ins use about a third of the fuel that a standard hybrid does, which means that the cars themselves emit less carbon dioxide and other pollutants.

Efforts to drastically slash automobile emissions and fuel use within 40 years don't stand a chance without subsidies, technology improvements and more stringent government standards, according to a report by a panel of experts released Monday.

One of the troubled Fukushima Daiichi reactors contains a blend of uranium and plutonium fuel that may soon find use in the U.S. Does it pose more risks than standard uranium fuel?

Within the constraints of this Congress, we've tried to do a whole range of things, administratively, that are making a difference - doubling fuel - efficiency standards on cars is going to take a whole lot of carbon out of our atmosphere.

So now Detroit automakers are presented with this challenge: How do we meet those [corporate average fuel economy, or CAFE,] standards?

EPA fuel economy figures aren't yet available, but, oddly, the diesel doesn't get the auto stop / start system now standard in the GLK350.

The introduction of Ford's Transit Connect to the U.S. market in late 2009 resonated with a surprisingly large segment commercial van buyers seeking a practical, nimble, and fuel - efficient van instead of making do with a standard full - size model.

But the Obama administration - era Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards for 2025, assuming the Trump administration doesn't dismantle it, favor larger vehicles by setting a specific fuel economy number by vehicle «footprint.&raFuel Economy standards for 2025, assuming the Trump administration doesn't dismantle it, favor larger vehicles by setting a specific fuel economy number by vehicle «footprint.&rafuel economy number by vehicle «footprint.»

This low power rating does result in high fuel economy, though, as the Mirage hatchback is the cheapest car to get over 40 mpg with its EPA rating of 37 city, 44 highway with the optional CVT (a five - speed manual is standard).

The National Program does not set a single fuel economy target number for all vehicles, but instead it establishes separate footprint - based standards for passenger cars and light trucks.

We are doing a CAFE rule - making change [to increase minimum fuel - economy standards].

The CVCC engine debuted in 1975 and had a head design that allowed for more efficient combustion, and as a benefit the CVCC system did not require a catalytic converter or unleaded fuel to meet 1975 Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards for hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide.

With the old SD4 engine, the launch versions aren't absolutely top - drawer for low - speed engine refinement and they don't quite reach BMW X3 standards of low fuel consumption and CO2 output, so business buyers might be well advised to wait.

Based on spy photos, we know it will look radically different from the current breed, and with the government expected to increase CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards, don't be surprised if a V - 8 isn't offered in the next - generation Camaro.

The Hybrid version, although more expensive, does nt give up any of the standard Escalades luxury, handling, or ride quality, while getting up to 50 - percent better fuel economy.

It's worth noting that the larger wheels and tyres that are standard on the A3 S line do harm fuel economy and emissions slightly.

The car does call for premium fuel standard, which will definitely add to the expense of keeping it on the road over the course of a full year.

In layman speak, it's the AdBlue which does the magic of taking BS - 4 fuel while delivering BS - 6 emission standards.

It does get start / stop as standard and the gearbox has a setting called «controlled efficiency» which selects the gears with economy in mind, starting the car in second gear to save fuel.

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In addition, head curtain side air bags are now standard on all models and three new exterior colors are offered.2010 Express / Express Cargo: The Chevrolet Express line of full - size vans carries over without significant change for 2010, but does add remote vehicle start, flex - fuel capability and variable valve timing on all non-diesel engines, and a beefed - up transmission for Express 2500 and 3500 models.

A smooth - shifting 4 - speed automatic with a lock - up torque converter is standard on the turbo - charged XT models; it gets the job done, but a modern 5 - speed would improve both smoothness and fuel economy.

The first, a standard 2.5 - Liter Dynamic Force 4 - Cylinder, blends power and efficiency for a sporty drive that doesn't break the bank in terms of fuel consumption.

The CVCC design, introduced a year earlier on the Civic, did not require a catalytic converter nor unleaded fuel to meet emissions standards.

Not only did it withstand our rigorous testing, it thoroughly impressed our judges with its vast array of standard and optional equipment, and, most notable, its fuel - efficient, segment - exclusive EcoDiesel V - 6.

The transmission has three modes: D is the standard mode that is tuned for fuel efficiency, S is a sport mode that allows the revs to rise and disables the start - stop system, and L is a low - ratio mode for... well, we're not sure what it's for, because we certainly don't think Honda expects anyone to tow a load with a Hybrid.

the standard 2.5 - liter four - cylinder engine should do the trick for most users, but it's not far from the 3.5 - liter V6 in terms of fuel economy

With a bottom - line base price of less than $ 25,000, the GTI doesn't cost all that much more than economy - minded small hatchbacks, yet it offers a sportier, more exclusive look — as well as a good list of standard features and a more athletic driving feel.This model sets itself apart with affordable performance, great steering and handling, Athletic, responsive driving feel, impressive fuel economy, straightforward, practical, and spacious interior layout, and excellent DSG transmission

Though «Dieselgate» has sidelined the Passat's efficient turbo - diesel engine option, the standard turbocharged 1.8 - liter gasoline 4 - cylinder does a good job of conserving fuel in its own right, to the tune of 25 mpg in the city, 38 mpg on the highway, and 29 mpg in combined driving.

While the finely honed aero does it's work at speed, urban efficiency is aided by the standard stop - start system that turns the engine off in traffic to save fuel.

For the rest of us, Hyundai did a good job at Geneva with a wide range of offerings, from the Le Fil Rouge concept that showcases the company's next design language, through the Santa Fe midsize SUV — which may have the industry's best array of standard safety features, including blind spot detection — through extensions of the line such as the electric Kona and Nexo second - generation fuel cell vehicle.

Our Limited came with the standard 3.5 - liter V6 which does an adequate job of moving this large vehicle along; an EcoBoost twin - turbo model is available as the Sport for those who want more, while a turbo I4 Explorer is also offered as an extra-cost option for fuel - savings.

But the combined city / highway EPA fuel economy rating hovers right around 20 mpg, and the vehicle doesn't pass stringent air quality standards of California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro While many manufacturers are scrambling to meet fuel mileage standards with the addition of multispeed transmissions, electric steering, and cylinder deactivation, Toyota just keeps doing what it has always done.

Though the output isn't amazing by class standards (the 2.0 - liter four - cylinder gasoline engine in the «EX» trim produced 164 - hp), this less powerful unit does boast better fuel economy figures of 25mpg city / 34mpg highway for versions fitted with the manual transmission, and 29mpg city / 38mpg for six - speed automatic models.

HERE»S WHAT I DO N'T LIKE: Loud wind noise (anytime I exceed 40 - 45 mph), makes it hard to hear the radio at normal volume; intrusive road noise, which I corrected by swapping out the standard Goodyear tires with Continental tires; lackluster acceleration for a V6 engine, CVT tends to lose momentum when you lift your foot off of the gas pedal — often jerky when accelerating and decelerating while in motion and when accelerating from a dead stop; as mentioned by another reviewer, accelerator hesitates before catching when shifting from reverse to drive; bumps in the road are not well absorbed (the 2016 model may have addressed this issue); no power to windows after you shut off the engine; no auto door locks; poor V6 fuel efficiency averaging around 24 MPGs combined; trunk lid's arms and safety feature makes it heavy and sometimes hard to lift open; Infotainment system does understand most voice commands; and Harmon Kardon speakers are sometimes crackly.

IF YOUR CAR DOES NOT SAY NAPOLI ON IT YOU PAID TOO MUCH!!!! Reviews: * Sleek, eye - catching exterior design; high fuel economy from available hybrid model; comes equipped with many convenience / luxury features as standard.

With roots that include the breakthrough 1955 and 2005 models, the new 2015 Chrysler 300 takes the nameplate's style and sophistication to new levels and highlights six decades of ambitious American ingenuity through iconic design proportions and inspired materials, world - class quality and craftsmanship, best - in - class 31 miles per gallon (mpg) highway fuel economy, plus class - exclusive innovations — including a state - of - the - art TorqueFlite eight - speed transmission now standard on every model, the segment's most advanced all - wheel drive (AWD) system, award - winning Uconnect Access services, all - new and segment - exclusive 7 - inch full color driver information display (DID) and the newest generation Uconnect systems — putting boulevards and interstates on notice once again.

As for fuel economy, don't expect any changes to the standard 2.5 - liter's performance.

For drivers who don't feel the need for more power, the standard Silhouette engine is a 120 - horsepower, 3.1 - liter V - 6 with throttle body fuel injection.

The standard HEMI gas V8 delivers outstanding power and torque, but despite the efficiency - enhancing Multiple - Displacement System, which disables four cylinders under light loads, don't expect much in the way of fuel economy in a truck this massive.

This 4 - door, 5 - passenger, front - drive hatchback is 18 inches shorter and 500 lbs lighter than the standard Prius hatchback, and ties its larger sibling as the most fuel - efficient car in the U.S. that doesn't need to be plugged in.