CleanMPG
Aug
07
The most efficient vehicles are sedans and hatches. Any questions? 
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 7, 2020
Just days after announcing a surprise operating profit in the Q2 of 2020, Toyota doubled down on its sedan lineup.
Japan’s biggest automaker reported a net profit of $132 million USD in the April-June quarter. For the fiscal year Toyota maintains it can reach an operating profit of $4.72 billion USD.
Global auto sales have declined 22% in the first half to 4.16 million units due to COVID-19. While Toyota’s revenue for the quarter fell 40% to 43.4 billion USD, it exceeded analysts’ predictions.
Back on topic... As the automotive industry shifts to trucks and SUVs, Marketing VP Cynthia Tenhouse sees a bright future for Toyota’s passenger car...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 7, 2020
2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid
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Just days after announcing a surprise operating profit in the Q2 of 2020, Toyota doubled down on its sedan lineup.
Japan’s biggest automaker reported a net profit of $132 million USD in the April-June quarter. For the fiscal year Toyota maintains it can reach an operating profit of $4.72 billion USD.
Global auto sales have declined 22% in the first half to 4.16 million units due to COVID-19. While Toyota’s revenue for the quarter fell 40% to 43.4 billion USD, it exceeded analysts’ predictions.
Back on topic... As the automotive industry shifts to trucks and SUVs, Marketing VP Cynthia Tenhouse sees a bright future for Toyota’s passenger car...
Aug
07
Its GMs EV 3.0 project and the Luxury brands first.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 6, 2020
GMs EV 1.0 beginnings saw the EV1 introduced as the automakers first serious foray into the BEV marketplace. The 1996 intro saw 1,117 EV1s produced for lease only. All were picked up after the owner’s lease period and crushed. It was more of a trial balloon than anything serious and created buzz. A few live on as mostly undrivable curiosity pieces today.
GM’s EV 2.0 program imho occurred with the introduction of the Volt in Dec. of 2010 as a 2011 model before its demise in early 2019 after selling more than 180k units globally. The model was a money loser despite volumes exceeding initial sales expectations.
Within GMs second EV project reboot, the fully...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 6, 2020
Introducing the Cadillac LYRIQ
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GMs EV 1.0 beginnings saw the EV1 introduced as the automakers first serious foray into the BEV marketplace. The 1996 intro saw 1,117 EV1s produced for lease only. All were picked up after the owner’s lease period and crushed. It was more of a trial balloon than anything serious and created buzz. A few live on as mostly undrivable curiosity pieces today.
GM’s EV 2.0 program imho occurred with the introduction of the Volt in Dec. of 2010 as a 2011 model before its demise in early 2019 after selling more than 180k units globally. The model was a money loser despite volumes exceeding initial sales expectations.
Within GMs second EV project reboot, the fully...
Aug
06
400-miles range is the near future promise… Targeting competitors offerings available today appears ill-conceived.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 4, 2020
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Ultium Batteries and a Global EV platform.
With years of tepid EV engineering mass produced products behind it, GM is again focusing its organization towards profitable EV releases within a mid-term strategy to grow the company’s electric vehicle market share. While the Volt achieved some early sales success before its demise and the Bolt is the GM go to for EV media attention, consumer affordability was never achieved. More importantly, Corporate profitability was always a question mark.
With the #1 EV maker in the world, Tesla, now showing 4 continuous profitable quarters, almost guaranteed full fiscal year profits, and an...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – August 4, 2020
Ultium Batteries and a Global EV platform.
With years of tepid EV engineering mass produced products behind it, GM is again focusing its organization towards profitable EV releases within a mid-term strategy to grow the company’s electric vehicle market share. While the Volt achieved some early sales success before its demise and the Bolt is the GM go to for EV media attention, consumer affordability was never achieved. More importantly, Corporate profitability was always a question mark.
With the #1 EV maker in the world, Tesla, now showing 4 continuous profitable quarters, almost guaranteed full fiscal year profits, and an...
Apr
08
It is more dramatic than you may have thought!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2020
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Southern California's infamous 405 running between Irvine and San Fernando through the heart of LA is known as the most congested highway in all of America.
From wiki, the running joke is that the highway was numbered 405 because traffic moves at "four or five" miles per hour, or because drivers had spent "four or five" hours to travel anywhere.
Average speeds as low as 5 mph are routinely recorded during morning and afternoon rush.
During a typical rush, it can easily take over 6-hours to cross its 73-mile length from end to end. From personal experience, during a Friday afternoon rush, it is the most brutal, mind numbing nightmare you have ever experienced behind the wheel of an automobile.
I...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2020
Southern California's infamous 405 running between Irvine and San Fernando through the heart of LA is known as the most congested highway in all of America.
From wiki, the running joke is that the highway was numbered 405 because traffic moves at "four or five" miles per hour, or because drivers had spent "four or five" hours to travel anywhere.
Average speeds as low as 5 mph are routinely recorded during morning and afternoon rush.
During a typical rush, it can easily take over 6-hours to cross its 73-mile length from end to end. From personal experience, during a Friday afternoon rush, it is the most brutal, mind numbing nightmare you have ever experienced behind the wheel of an automobile.
I...
Mar
19
Following the Corolla, a 50+ mpg Hybrid Elantra will be offered as well.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – March 17, 2020
In case you want to watch the reveal from LA, here it is in its entirety as Hyundai has officially launched its all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid.
The 2021 Elantra adds a new design identity, hybrid electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The car also provides improved driving dynamics and the most progressive in-car experience in its class. Production of the 2021 Elantra starts in the fall in Ulsan, Korea and at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, with sales beginning in the fourth quarter.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – March 17, 2020
2021 Hyundai Elantra
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In case you want to watch the reveal from LA, here it is in its entirety as Hyundai has officially launched its all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid.
The 2021 Elantra adds a new design identity, hybrid electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The car also provides improved driving dynamics and the most progressive in-car experience in its class. Production of the 2021 Elantra starts in the fall in Ulsan, Korea and at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, with sales beginning in the fourth quarter.
2021 Hyundai Elantra/Elantra Hybrid...
Mar
11
Dressed to thrill w/ 301 ponies under the hood.
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – March 19, 2020
There’s a Camry with a rear wing, fat 19-inch tires, chin spoiler and dual tailpipes. Don’t laugh. These juvenile affectations aren’t junior’s overwrought makeover of a hand-me-down family car. Instead, the 2020 Camry TRD wears these boy-racer pieces well.
The car’s appeal, like the Guggenheim, is more than decorative. Toyota tuned its suspension and reinforced the body. Rear braces, for instance, require a fixed rear-seat back. The red dual-piston front-brake calipers are beefier too. Bridgestone summer-performance tires transform the TRD into a highway-sensing Scud missile.
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Ask...
Cliff Leppke – CleanMPG – March 19, 2020
2020 Toyota Camry TRD
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There’s a Camry with a rear wing, fat 19-inch tires, chin spoiler and dual tailpipes. Don’t laugh. These juvenile affectations aren’t junior’s overwrought makeover of a hand-me-down family car. Instead, the 2020 Camry TRD wears these boy-racer pieces well.
The car’s appeal, like the Guggenheim, is more than decorative. Toyota tuned its suspension and reinforced the body. Rear braces, for instance, require a fixed rear-seat back. The red dual-piston front-brake calipers are beefier too. Bridgestone summer-performance tires transform the TRD into a highway-sensing Scud missile.
Ask...
Mar
02
Even with Insurance and Maintenance included, it is expensive.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – February 19, 2020
Nissan is launching an "on-demand driving" program through its test of a subscription service model called Nissan Switch.
The program launches in the Houston area and offers a variety of vehicles, including the all-electric Nissan LEAF PLUS, TITAN pickup, and GT-R. Just like other popular subscription services for television and music, there is no long-term contractual commitment.
Andrew Tavi, VP, Legal, External Affairs and Business Development, Nissan North America, Inc.:
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – February 19, 2020
2020 Nissan Sentra SV
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Unfortunately not one of the many Nissan’s available to pick up at your leisure within the new program.
Unfortunately not one of the many Nissan’s available to pick up at your leisure within the new program.
Nissan is launching an "on-demand driving" program through its test of a subscription service model called Nissan Switch.
The program launches in the Houston area and offers a variety of vehicles, including the all-electric Nissan LEAF PLUS, TITAN pickup, and GT-R. Just like other popular subscription services for television and music, there is no long-term contractual commitment.
Andrew Tavi, VP, Legal, External Affairs and Business Development, Nissan North America, Inc.:
Feb
28
Convenient access to nationwide network of public charging stations and real-time station data.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 28, 2020
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Finding a public charging station and initiating a charging session is now easier for Chevrolet Bolt EV and Volt PHEV owners. GM has just made enhancements to Energy Assist, a standard feature available in the myChevrolet mobile app for Bolt EV owners.
Energy Assist, allows Bolt EV owners to plan and manage their routes more effectively, locate available charging stations – both along their route and in the area – monitor their route and receive real-time alerts if their range projections change dramatically. Energy Assist is integrated with data from the vehicle, which enables intelligent planning and precise charge time predictions.
Energy Assist...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 28, 2020
Finding a public charging station and initiating a charging session is now easier for Chevrolet Bolt EV and Volt PHEV owners. GM has just made enhancements to Energy Assist, a standard feature available in the myChevrolet mobile app for Bolt EV owners.
Energy Assist, allows Bolt EV owners to plan and manage their routes more effectively, locate available charging stations – both along their route and in the area – monitor their route and receive real-time alerts if their range projections change dramatically. Energy Assist is integrated with data from the vehicle, which enables intelligent planning and precise charge time predictions.
Energy Assist...
Feb
28
This CR-V is going to be great!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 27, 2020
Following on to the late October release of Honda's 2020 CR-V Goes Hybrid!, Honda's latest Hybrid will arrive using the Accord Hybrids two-motor hybrid technology under the hood but follows the RAV4 Hybrids footsteps with standard Real Time AWD.
Like all Honda’s, the CR-V Hybrid includes the full 360-degree Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver assist technologies, automatic climate control, and automatic high beams. The CR-V Hybrid also includes LED headlamps, Smart Entry and Pushbutton Start, and a cargo cover,...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 27, 2020
2020 Honda CR-V
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The Non-Hybrid Honda CR-V in Aegean Blue - (cool looking slate grey) is what is in the drive this week.
The Non-Hybrid Honda CR-V in Aegean Blue - (cool looking slate grey) is what is in the drive this week.
Following on to the late October release of Honda's 2020 CR-V Goes Hybrid!, Honda's latest Hybrid will arrive using the Accord Hybrids two-motor hybrid technology under the hood but follows the RAV4 Hybrids footsteps with standard Real Time AWD.
Like all Honda’s, the CR-V Hybrid includes the full 360-degree Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver assist technologies, automatic climate control, and automatic high beams. The CR-V Hybrid also includes LED headlamps, Smart Entry and Pushbutton Start, and a cargo cover,...
Feb
12
The lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) vehicle in America is now an even better deal!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 11, 2020
I may have just purchased a brand new 55/53/54 mpg city/highway/combined rated 2020 Toyota Prius Prime LE in Blue Magnetism.
The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime now includes new 5-seat capacity, all black interior, sun visor extensions, Apple CarPlay and Alexa, two 2.1A USB ports in the back of the center console, optional all weather mats for the front, rear and cargo area ($259), and the new 10 year/150k mile Li-Ion traction battery warranty.
Pricing was ridiculously low as there is a $3,500 rebate from...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – Feb. 11, 2020
Toyota Prius Prime in Blue Magnetism
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Not with Texas plates or the fuel robbing windmill alloys that were placed on this Press car from way back.
Not with Texas plates or the fuel robbing windmill alloys that were placed on this Press car from way back.
I may have just purchased a brand new 55/53/54 mpg city/highway/combined rated 2020 Toyota Prius Prime LE in Blue Magnetism.
The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime now includes new 5-seat capacity, all black interior, sun visor extensions, Apple CarPlay and Alexa, two 2.1A USB ports in the back of the center console, optional all weather mats for the front, rear and cargo area ($259), and the new 10 year/150k mile Li-Ion traction battery warranty.
Pricing was ridiculously low as there is a $3,500 rebate from...
Feb
06
Meet the most fuel efficient, mid/full-sized sedan ever built.
Wayne Gerdes - CleanMPG - February 6, 2020
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Chicago, IL, Feb. 6, 2020 – At this year’s 2020 Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its all-new 2020 Sonata Hybrid. This was not just a standard new sheet metal and upgraded tech release however. No, this one arrives with an EPA estimate of 50/54/52 mpg city/highway/combined from its Blue trim with P205/65R16 tires on 16” alloys, up from the 40/46/42 mpg city/highway/combined rating of the current 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SE model.
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid in SEL and Limited trims with the larger P215/55R17 wheels and tires and 75 to 180 more lbs. mass than the Blue trim have EPA estimates of 45/51/47 mpg city/highway/combined rating, up from the current 2019’s Limited...
Wayne Gerdes - CleanMPG - February 6, 2020
Chicago, IL, Feb. 6, 2020 – At this year’s 2020 Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its all-new 2020 Sonata Hybrid. This was not just a standard new sheet metal and upgraded tech release however. No, this one arrives with an EPA estimate of 50/54/52 mpg city/highway/combined from its Blue trim with P205/65R16 tires on 16” alloys, up from the 40/46/42 mpg city/highway/combined rating of the current 2019 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SE model.
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid in SEL and Limited trims with the larger P215/55R17 wheels and tires and 75 to 180 more lbs. mass than the Blue trim have EPA estimates of 45/51/47 mpg city/highway/combined rating, up from the current 2019’s Limited...
Feb
04
If you have got nothing but time, you may as well have a little fun!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – February 2, 2020
In its return to the Super Bowl, Jeep debuted a 60-second commercial reenacting Bill Murray from one of his most famous roles as Phil Connors in the 1993 film “Groundhog Day.” In the advert, Phil Connors enlists the help of the Jeep Gladiator as his “getaway vehicle” after taking the groundhog; thus, significantly altering his days for the better.
The all-new 2020 Jeep Gladiator includes clever functionality and versatility, advanced Fuel-efficient Powertrains, and is loaded with the latest safety features and technology.
It arrives with Command-Trac and Rock-Trac 4x4 systems, 3rd-gen Dana 44 axles, Tru-Lock electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Trac-Lok...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – February 2, 2020
In its return to the Super Bowl, Jeep debuted a 60-second commercial reenacting Bill Murray from one of his most famous roles as Phil Connors in the 1993 film “Groundhog Day.” In the advert, Phil Connors enlists the help of the Jeep Gladiator as his “getaway vehicle” after taking the groundhog; thus, significantly altering his days for the better.
It’s “Groundhog Day” All Over Again!
The all-new 2020 Jeep Gladiator includes clever functionality and versatility, advanced Fuel-efficient Powertrains, and is loaded with the latest safety features and technology.
It arrives with Command-Trac and Rock-Trac 4x4 systems, 3rd-gen Dana 44 axles, Tru-Lock electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Trac-Lok...
Jan
29
Fast and intuitive making infotainment integration into our automobiles as easy as pushing the Start Button.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – January 27, 2020
FCA’s Uconnect is receiving a massive upgrade. Already award winning and one of the best infotainment systems available, the all-new Uconnect 5 is easier to use in many respects, is more helpful, and adds greater personalization, making it the most advanced Uconnect system ever offered.
The all-new Uconnect 5 architecture is based on the Android operating system and is scalable across all FCA brands.
To begin, the Uconnect 5 performance upgrade starts with much faster processing power with a 50K MIPS chip providing much faster reaction speed, increased memory of 6GB of RAM and up to 64GB of flash...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – January 27, 2020
FCA UCONNECT 5 Home Screen
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FCA’s Uconnect is receiving a massive upgrade. Already award winning and one of the best infotainment systems available, the all-new Uconnect 5 is easier to use in many respects, is more helpful, and adds greater personalization, making it the most advanced Uconnect system ever offered.
The all-new Uconnect 5 architecture is based on the Android operating system and is scalable across all FCA brands.
To begin, the Uconnect 5 performance upgrade starts with much faster processing power with a 50K MIPS chip providing much faster reaction speed, increased memory of 6GB of RAM and up to 64GB of flash...
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