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Dec
30
America's best selling vehicle is lightly electrified.
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – Dec. 29, 2021
Is this Ford an expensive 4WD LED flashlight, power bank, yardstick or super-sized vehicle?
It’s all of the above and more. Ford claims you can use its power generating equipment (20-amp/120-volt outlets on the test vehicle) to run all the gear needed to erect a garage for it, and keep the suds cool for the post-building toast. Plus, this Ford has a power rear tailgate with a built-in ruler, lots of LED lighting (enough for a high school’s stadium), seating for five with front thrones flanking a fold-down shifter which lets you open a desk-like workspace.
The Big Change: Trucks are Huge in Size and Sales
During the 1960s, Ford, GM and others touted...
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – Dec. 29, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 in Red
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Is this Ford an expensive 4WD LED flashlight, power bank, yardstick or super-sized vehicle?
It’s all of the above and more. Ford claims you can use its power generating equipment (20-amp/120-volt outlets on the test vehicle) to run all the gear needed to erect a garage for it, and keep the suds cool for the post-building toast. Plus, this Ford has a power rear tailgate with a built-in ruler, lots of LED lighting (enough for a high school’s stadium), seating for five with front thrones flanking a fold-down shifter which lets you open a desk-like workspace.
The Big Change: Trucks are Huge in Size and Sales
During the 1960s, Ford, GM and others touted...
Dec
30
The first mass produced all-electric from the iconic German automaker.
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – Dec. 29, 2021
VW’s ID.4 is more than a toe test of the brand's ability to innovate in the battery electric vehicle wading pool. As such, VW is putting all of its metaphorical bodily resources into a BEV tsunami. This long-range vehicle lets Americans join the current waves in an SUV-like package. And VW says it will build them here too. This machine differs from some long-range EVs (Chevy’s Bolt); it’s larger. VW doesn’t promise unbridled or ludicrous acceleration either; it’s adequate.
VW’s BEV combines rear-motor propulsion—a onetime VW trait—with the software and hardware engineered to charge batteries and supply current to that motor. Plus, there’s...
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – Dec. 29, 2021
Meet the 2021 VW I.D. 4
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VW’s ID.4 is more than a toe test of the brand's ability to innovate in the battery electric vehicle wading pool. As such, VW is putting all of its metaphorical bodily resources into a BEV tsunami. This long-range vehicle lets Americans join the current waves in an SUV-like package. And VW says it will build them here too. This machine differs from some long-range EVs (Chevy’s Bolt); it’s larger. VW doesn’t promise unbridled or ludicrous acceleration either; it’s adequate.
VW’s BEV combines rear-motor propulsion—a onetime VW trait—with the software and hardware engineered to charge batteries and supply current to that motor. Plus, there’s...
Dec
16
A turnkey home energy generation, storage, management and vehicle charging in one all inclusive solution to charge your BEV will be reality soon.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Nov. 16, 2021
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Hyundai Home energy ecosystem on a tiny house charging an Ioniq 5
Hyundai is setting up an all-in-one integrated clean energy ecosystem called ‘Hyundai Home’. Hyundai Home offers future customers an opportunity to access solar energy and electric vehicle charging from their home with top-rated home chargers, solar panels, and energy storage systems through a one-stop marketplace platform. The Hyundai Home experience delivers sustainable smart solutions through a personalized purchase process with dedicated concierge to walk customers through the Hyundai Home journey. The Hyundai Home is set to launch in...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Nov. 16, 2021
Hyundai Home energy ecosystem on a tiny house charging an Ioniq 5
Hyundai is setting up an all-in-one integrated clean energy ecosystem called ‘Hyundai Home’. Hyundai Home offers future customers an opportunity to access solar energy and electric vehicle charging from their home with top-rated home chargers, solar panels, and energy storage systems through a one-stop marketplace platform. The Hyundai Home experience delivers sustainable smart solutions through a personalized purchase process with dedicated concierge to walk customers through the Hyundai Home journey. The Hyundai Home is set to launch in...
Nov
30
Toyota’s legendary reliability may not be enough to move their first internally designed BEV off lots.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Nov. 29, 2021
Toyota’s all-electric bZ4X made its U.S. debut representing the OEMs first of a series of BEVs to be introduced under the global “Toyota bZ” (Beyond Zero) brand umbrella. With availability scheduled for mid-2022, the bZ4X will have a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 250 miles for XLE front-wheel drive models and as little as 225-miles for the AWD variants. That “elephant in the room” - far less than 300 and 400-mile - short range announcement is the same release that has plagued any number of full model lineup OEMs with their own initial releases when trying to do battle against the likes of the well-established...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Nov. 29, 2021
2023 Toyota bz4X
The intro was this.
The intro was this.
Toyota’s all-electric bZ4X made its U.S. debut representing the OEMs first of a series of BEVs to be introduced under the global “Toyota bZ” (Beyond Zero) brand umbrella. With availability scheduled for mid-2022, the bZ4X will have a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 250 miles for XLE front-wheel drive models and as little as 225-miles for the AWD variants. That “elephant in the room” - far less than 300 and 400-mile - short range announcement is the same release that has plagued any number of full model lineup OEMs with their own initial releases when trying to do battle against the likes of the well-established...
Oct
25
A new American plant, production, and jobs.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Oct 18, 2021
Toyota announced that it will invest approximately $3.4 billion in automotive batteries in the United States through 2030. Specifically, the investment is for developing and localizing automotive battery production, including those for battery electric vehicles, and is part of the global total of approx. $13.5 billion set aside for investment in battery development and production announced last month by Toyota.
To drive battery production localization, Toyota North America announced that it will establish a new company and build an automotive battery plant together with Toyota Tsusho in the U.S. Aiming to start production in 2025, the project includes...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Oct 18, 2021
Toyota’s 2021 and 2022 Electrified Model Lineup
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Toyota announced that it will invest approximately $3.4 billion in automotive batteries in the United States through 2030. Specifically, the investment is for developing and localizing automotive battery production, including those for battery electric vehicles, and is part of the global total of approx. $13.5 billion set aside for investment in battery development and production announced last month by Toyota.
To drive battery production localization, Toyota North America announced that it will establish a new company and build an automotive battery plant together with Toyota Tsusho in the U.S. Aiming to start production in 2025, the project includes...
Oct
14
New 8” can be configured for landscape or portrait mode and they all now use USB-C connections.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Oct. 14th, 2021
While portable NAVI units are becoming less necessary for the majority of drivers thanks mainly to Google Maps running on Android Auto and Apple CarPlay std. in most new cars, those without have a new model lineup to select from.
Yesterday, Garmin Introduced their latest Garmin DriveSmart 66, 76 and 86 series NAVIs with easy-to-see displays, improved voice assist navigation and preloaded traveler content to help guide the way. The Garmin DriveSmart series arrives in a 6, 7 or 8-inch high-def 1280x800 display with the 8” displaying in both landscape or portrait mode.
The new Garmin DriveSmart...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Oct. 14th, 2021
Garmin DriveSmart 66, 76, and 86 Portable GPS’
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While portable NAVI units are becoming less necessary for the majority of drivers thanks mainly to Google Maps running on Android Auto and Apple CarPlay std. in most new cars, those without have a new model lineup to select from.
Yesterday, Garmin Introduced their latest Garmin DriveSmart 66, 76 and 86 series NAVIs with easy-to-see displays, improved voice assist navigation and preloaded traveler content to help guide the way. The Garmin DriveSmart series arrives in a 6, 7 or 8-inch high-def 1280x800 display with the 8” displaying in both landscape or portrait mode.
The new Garmin DriveSmart...
Sep
15
A long time coming.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Sept. 13, 2021
SEL PHEV-33 - 1.6 Turbo I4 w/ a 6-speed AT - $39,350
Limited PHEV-33 - 1.6 Turbo I4 w/ a 6-speed AT - $45,360
Destination and Handling adds $1,225
It was just over a year ago when Hyundai introduced its latest Santa Fe with a refreshed design, an all-new to the Santa Fe hybrid powertrain with AWD and it was absolutely loaded with the latest driver safety and convenience features. The hybrid propulsion system was the first application of its kind in the Hyundai SUV line-up. The Santa Fe Hybrid model is produced in Ulsan, Korea with the PHEV now in dealership showrooms. Finally!
2022 Santa Fe PHEV-33 Exterior Design
The bold new face of the 2021 Santa Fe continues into the PHEV...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Sept. 13, 2021
2022 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD PHEV
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SEL PHEV-33 - 1.6 Turbo I4 w/ a 6-speed AT - $39,350
Limited PHEV-33 - 1.6 Turbo I4 w/ a 6-speed AT - $45,360
Destination and Handling adds $1,225
It was just over a year ago when Hyundai introduced its latest Santa Fe with a refreshed design, an all-new to the Santa Fe hybrid powertrain with AWD and it was absolutely loaded with the latest driver safety and convenience features. The hybrid propulsion system was the first application of its kind in the Hyundai SUV line-up. The Santa Fe Hybrid model is produced in Ulsan, Korea with the PHEV now in dealership showrooms. Finally!
2022 Santa Fe PHEV-33 Exterior Design
The bold new face of the 2021 Santa Fe continues into the PHEV...
Sep
10
The world’s bestselling automobile continues its streak unabated.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Aug. 26, 2021
This past July, Toyota sold its 50-millionth Corolla, a historic achievement that will possibly not be surpassed by another automobile ever. Now in its 12th generation and over 55 years in production, Corolla continues to be one of the world’s top-selling vehicles.
Toyota introduced the Corolla in 1966, and it arrived in the U.S. in spring 1968 as a 1969 model, starting at about $1,700. Gas cost $0.35 a gallon, and the median household income was $7,700.
As the Corolla grew to offer more room, comfort and performance, it became “THE” global value benchmark. Fifty million Corolla’s later, this...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Aug. 26, 2021
2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
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A world class 53/52 mpgUS Compact starts at $23,650.
A world class 53/52 mpgUS Compact starts at $23,650.
This past July, Toyota sold its 50-millionth Corolla, a historic achievement that will possibly not be surpassed by another automobile ever. Now in its 12th generation and over 55 years in production, Corolla continues to be one of the world’s top-selling vehicles.
Toyota introduced the Corolla in 1966, and it arrived in the U.S. in spring 1968 as a 1969 model, starting at about $1,700. Gas cost $0.35 a gallon, and the median household income was $7,700.
As the Corolla grew to offer more room, comfort and performance, it became “THE” global value benchmark. Fifty million Corolla’s later, this...
Jun
13
It appears to use the older Ranger’s footprint – minus the frame and a shorter bed, but with an all new interior, especially hyper efficient drivetrain, and all for a price that everyone can afford.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – June 8, 2021
Ford is really hitting the automotive press hard as of late with the 2021 Mustang Mach-E – arguably the best BEV you can purchase today, 2022 F-150 Lightning EV, and now this. Ford’s latest compact pickup is fuel-efficient while offering up the very latest modern tech and features.
The all-new Maverick is a smallish five-passenger, four-door pickup, with a full-hybrid powertrain...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – June 8, 2021
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid
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Ford is really hitting the automotive press hard as of late with the 2021 Mustang Mach-E – arguably the best BEV you can purchase today, 2022 F-150 Lightning EV, and now this. Ford’s latest compact pickup is fuel-efficient while offering up the very latest modern tech and features.
The all-new Maverick is a smallish five-passenger, four-door pickup, with a full-hybrid powertrain...
May
20
Lighting really does strike twice!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 19, 2021
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is priced from $39,974 to $90k while offering up to 300-miles of all-electric range (AER) with the extended-range battery. The smaller standard-range battery equipped Lightning is targeting 230 miles of AER.
Ford currently produces the number one selling vehicle lineup (F-Series) in America and it has held that bestselling title accolade for 44 straight years! Tonight, they made a historic turn for the betterment of not just America but the world with the introduction of the all-electric Lightning.
The all-new F-150 Lightning is a pickup like no other as it is a...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 19, 2021
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
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The all-electric F-150 Lightning. Remember where you were when you heard about it first.
The all-electric F-150 Lightning. Remember where you were when you heard about it first.
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is priced from $39,974 to $90k while offering up to 300-miles of all-electric range (AER) with the extended-range battery. The smaller standard-range battery equipped Lightning is targeting 230 miles of AER.
Ford currently produces the number one selling vehicle lineup (F-Series) in America and it has held that bestselling title accolade for 44 straight years! Tonight, they made a historic turn for the betterment of not just America but the world with the introduction of the all-electric Lightning.
The all-new F-150 Lightning is a pickup like no other as it is a...
May
19
Need more?
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 18th, 2021
Times Square NYC, NY -- Kia introduced its upcoming all-new, dedicated, all-electric flagship on Times Square with specs that make an auto enthusiasts heart sing! The all-new 2022 Kia EV6 was brought to light under Kia’s U.S. ‘Plan S’ strategy that will deliver 11 all-new electrified models across the world by 2026.
From the Hyundai and Kia's EV Future Begins With E-GMP story, E-GMP maximizes development efficiency and enables the brands to expand their dedicated EV portfolio across multiple vehicle segments – sedans, CUVs, SUVs – in a short time and with minimal complexity. The architecture provides an electric platform with a long wheelbase and a lot of...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 18th, 2021
2022 Kia EV6 Intro on Times Square
Times Square NYC, NY -- Kia introduced its upcoming all-new, dedicated, all-electric flagship on Times Square with specs that make an auto enthusiasts heart sing! The all-new 2022 Kia EV6 was brought to light under Kia’s U.S. ‘Plan S’ strategy that will deliver 11 all-new electrified models across the world by 2026.
From the Hyundai and Kia's EV Future Begins With E-GMP story, E-GMP maximizes development efficiency and enables the brands to expand their dedicated EV portfolio across multiple vehicle segments – sedans, CUVs, SUVs – in a short time and with minimal complexity. The architecture provides an electric platform with a long wheelbase and a lot of...
May
12
Little was mentioned about Toyota's lowest GHG emitting vehicles called HEVs and PHEVs which they make millions of today.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 12, 2021
Earlier today, Toyota stated that their FCV and future BEVs will make up to 15 percent and HEV/PHEV sales will make up another 55 percent of U.S. sales by 2030. Globally, Toyota expects 25 percent of their worldwide production to be FCVs and BEVs.
While late to the game, nobody knows electrification of the automotive sector better than Toyota and finally, they have fully committed to making BEVs a key part of their lineup. This future lineup will feature 15 dedicated BEVs, including seven carrying the bZ (Beyond Zero) brand moniker. In addition, Toyota intends to...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – May 12, 2021
2022 Toyota BZ4X BEV Concept - bZ stands for Beyond Zero
![[IMG]](http://www.cleanmpg.com/community/index.php?media/35248/full)
Earlier today, Toyota stated that their FCV and future BEVs will make up to 15 percent and HEV/PHEV sales will make up another 55 percent of U.S. sales by 2030. Globally, Toyota expects 25 percent of their worldwide production to be FCVs and BEVs.
While late to the game, nobody knows electrification of the automotive sector better than Toyota and finally, they have fully committed to making BEVs a key part of their lineup. This future lineup will feature 15 dedicated BEVs, including seven carrying the bZ (Beyond Zero) brand moniker. In addition, Toyota intends to...
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