Sentences with phrase «higher vehicle fuel efficiency»

Although there have been steps taken by individual states (i.e. RGGI and California) to regulate GHG emissions, we have had little success in implementing measures to reduce emissions on a national level, other than piecemeal steps like higher vehicle fuel efficiency standards which are often implemented for other non-climate reasons.

Scenario 3, the most ambitious case, assumes extensions of policies to implement emerging technologies, such as higher vehicle fuel efficiencies, greater amounts of biofuels, more zero - emission and natural gas vehicles, and a higher renewable portfolio standard.

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But Chu said the government does need to send clear signals to the private sector, such as those sent by setting high goals for improving vehicle fuel efficiency.

Consumers have been slow to gravitate toward electric vehicles (EVs) as a result of their high cost and fears about driving range, but automakers continue to develop technology because it is seen as a primary driver in meeting rising fuel - efficiency requirements globally.

The award - winning magazine and GreenCarJournal.com are premier sources of information on high fuel efficiency, low emission, advanced technology, and connected vehicles.

This has obvious benefits in terms of weight and therefor fuel efficiency, as well as towing capacity, yet some are fearing the higher repair costs associated with aluminum vehicles.

The Accord has always been a vehicle that anyone could enjoy, no matter whether they wanted high performance or fuel efficiency, and that trend continues to this day with the 2016 Honda Accord models.

With high marks for functionality, fuel efficiency, safety, and its amiable manner on the road, the 2017 Honda Pilot gets plenty of traction when it comes to families seeking a vehicle that can do just about everything... and do it well.

Automotive high strength steel grades maintain the safety standards of vehicles, while improving fuel efficiency through lightweighting.

BMW says that the Emergency vehicle will meet the highest standards of performance, practicality and safety with a sharp focus on cost efficiency and fuel economy too.

The use of aluminum and super high - tensile steel throughout the vehicle reduce the weight by almost 20 percent over last year's model, thereby enhancing fuel efficiency and performance even further.

* Horsepower and torque expected to top previous model (testing is ongoing — check media.gm.com for updates) * NOx emissions reduced at least 63 percent over 2010 models * Quieter operation * High - pressure (30,000 psi / 2, 000 bar) Piezo - actuated fuel system for greater fuel efficiency, improved performance and reduced emissions * Exhaust brake system that enables controlled vehicle slowdown on downhill grades without actuating the brakes * Selective catalytic reduction after - treatment system using diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) injection to provide the best overall diesel characteristics and performance — with a range of about 5,000 miles (8,000 km) between DEF refills * Combustion and after - treatment have been optimized to provide about 700 miles (1,125 km) between diesel particulate filter regenerations — a 75 - percent improvement over the previous system and significant contributor to improved fuel efficiency, as the regeneration process requires additional fuel * B20 biodiesel capability for an alternative fueling option * Internal revisions that improve durability

Due to a growing consumer interest for city cars with high amounts of fuel efficiency and versatility, it's no surprise that most vehicle manufacturers have begun to produce and promote these vehicles extensively.

Crossovers are commonly seen as the ideal vehicle for drivers that want capability and safety, mixed with a high level of fuel efficiency.

Production commenced of the K310 and K311 belt - type CVTs, which achieve both high fuel efficiency and high powertrain performance through size and weight reductions and are perfect suited for vehicles in the 1.5 - to 1.8 - liter class

Production commenced of the K410 belt - type CVT, which achieves both high fuel efficiency and high powertrain performance through size and weight reductions and is perfectly suited for vehicles in the 1.0 - to 1.3 - liter class

High gas prices and the emergence of electric cars would suggest that the SUV has gone the way of the dinosaur, but the 2014 Dodge Durango makes a convincing argument for its continued survival, having evolved into a modern, connected vehicle that improves on its fuel efficiency.

«The turbocharger provides high - pressure airflow for high torque to boost the vehicle and give the driver a fun driving experience with improved fuel efficiency.»

Advanced technologies, including high - speed combustion, multi-hole direct fuel injectors, a continuously variable capacity oil pump, a variable cooling system and VVT - iE intelligent variable valve - timing on the intake side give the engine maximum thermal efficiency of around 40 percent — an exceptional number for a passenger vehicle engine.

With its high efficiency and long top gear, the standard seven - speed S tronic also contributes to the vehicle's good fuel economy.

Mitsubishi Electric developed its ISG system — a crankshaft direct - driven system for idling - stop - start, energy recovery and torque assist — to achieve higher output power and better fuel efficiency in 48V hybrid vehicles.

After the Ford announcement, the EPA stated that it will update the test procedures used to assign fuel economy ratings to cars «to ensure that the requirements keep pace with industry trends and innovations in advanced high - efficiency vehicles.»

This 2015 Toyota Camry XLE is proudly offered by Vann York's High Point Nissan This vehicle was engineered to be both economically and environmentally friendly with exceptional fuel efficiency.

The CR - V's unit - body construction makes extensive use of high - strength steel (58 percent) to save weight and create a high - rigidity body structure, which significantly contributes to the vehicle's ride quality, fuel efficiency and safety performance.

As the smallest member of the bowtie brand's utility - vehicle lineup, new Chevy Trax features a high level of fuel efficiency and impressive handling.

All - New TLX Body and Chassis The TLX is built on an all - new platform (body and chassis) that was designed from the ground up to support and enhance the vehicle's outstanding driving dynamics, luxury - sedan refinement, class - leading fuel efficiency and high - level collision safety.

«The Camry LE HV buyer values higher fuel efficiency and by incorporating the Li - Ion battery we can maximize mpg,» said Butto using «HV» to denote hybrid vehicle.

This directly contributes to the vehicle's agile and light handling, straight - line stability, high fuel efficiency, flat cornering and pleasing ride comfort, and smooth and precise steering feel (with minimal torque steer tendencies).

This would be a huge selling point for the vehicle because of its high fuel - efficiency.

And these investments will help businesses develop new technologies that vehicle makers can use to meet higher fuel efficiency standards.

The question was whether respondents would support a very high standard for vehicle fuel efficiency even if it raised the cost of cars and trucks.

Unlike other calculators, this tool calculates the net present value cost of ownership for any car, discounting future gas savings, and determines how long one must own a high efficiency vehicle for it to make economic sense via fuel savings.

The full Presidential Climate Action Plan (as opposed to summaries) contains a comprehensive set of ideas to reduce transportation emissions, covering not only improvements in vehicle efficiency and alternative fuels, but also changes in national policy to promote high - speed rail for intercity travel, mass transit and telecommuting, and smart growth in urban development.

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«CNG vehicles still rely on internal combustion engine technology, which is less efficient in fuel requirements than electric vehicles, whose engines gain energy from braking and have higher operational efficiency,» the executive summary states.

From the article: «CNG vehicles still rely on internal combustion engine technology, which is less efficient in fuel requirements than electric vehicles, whose engines gain energy from braking and have higher operational efficiency,» the executive summary states.

The Lugar - Graham plan achieves savings in electricity and oil use by requiring higher mileage for vehicles, greater efficiency in power generation, increased use of alternative fuels and new standards for energy use in buildings.

We have the technology: solar, wind, high efficiency lighting and alternative fuel vehicles.

A surge in electric vehicle sales and higher efficiency in internal combustion and jet engines are expected to slow demand growth for fuels such as gasoline, diesel and aviation fuel in the coming decades, potentially putting pressure on refining profits.

Essentially, in this time period, every existing building will either be retrofit to higher efficiency standards or replaced, 60 percent of light - duty vehicles will use electricity, so that the average fuel economy will be roughly 70 miles per gallon.

After calling America's «addiction to oil» one of the most serious challenges in America today, President Bush renewed calls for a higher mandatory alternative fuel standard and higher fuel efficiency standards for motor vehicles in an effort to conserve 8.5 billion gallons of gas in the next 10 years (click above for the entire speech).

For personal vehicles: Public policy needs to support higher fuel efficiency standards, financial incentives to remove older vehicles from the fleet, encourage efficient (and plug - in) vehicle purchases.

Longer term higher electricity, NG and vehicle fuel prices will drive improved efficiency and $ 25 - $ 30 / tonne is probably only the starting price.

Their higher strength - to weight ratio assists in keeping the corner weight down and performance up, while maintaining the Prius» overall light vehicle weight and high fuel efficiency.

Such complimentary policies include setting standards for renewable energy, high mileage vehicles, low carbon fuels, and energy efficiency.