CleanMPG
Apr
24
Compact Electric CUV with 250 miles of all-electric range.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – March 28, 2018
Hyundai’s all-new Kona CUV platform features modern styling complemented by a low and wide stance for great looks and confident handling in a variety of urban and adventure-oriented driving environments.
2019 Kona Electric Exterior
The face of the Kona Electric includes extremely thin LED DRLs connected by a white plastic hood to grill separator, all set high within a faux vertical cross-hatched grille with a hidden Level2/Level 3 CCS electric charging port within. Below are large cutout LED Headlamps, aero tab corners, and aero-tuned wheel air curtains leading back to flared fenders. I have not seen it in person, but it lacks curb appeal from the pics....
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – March 28, 2018
2019 Hyundai Kona BEV
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Hyundai’s all-new Kona CUV platform features modern styling complemented by a low and wide stance for great looks and confident handling in a variety of urban and adventure-oriented driving environments.
2019 Kona Electric Exterior
The face of the Kona Electric includes extremely thin LED DRLs connected by a white plastic hood to grill separator, all set high within a faux vertical cross-hatched grille with a hidden Level2/Level 3 CCS electric charging port within. Below are large cutout LED Headlamps, aero tab corners, and aero-tuned wheel air curtains leading back to flared fenders. I have not seen it in person, but it lacks curb appeal from the pics....
Apr
24
Larger inside, safer, quicker, smarter, and more efficient.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 10, 2018
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The all-new 2019 Ford Focus will be available as a 4-door sedan, 5-door hatch, and 5-door wagon depending on the market. European region spec shown.
Ford introduced the all-new global Focus featuring the latest advanced and affordable technology with more comfort and space and a better fun-to-drive experience according to company officials. Redesigned from the wheels up, the next-generation Focus will be specifically tailored to a given global region.
The all-new Focus features 4-door sedan and 5-door hatch – surely destined for our shores and probably Asia’s, and a 5-door wagon for Europe. It will also be one of the first Ford vehicles designed around a common platform process like VWs MQB...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 10, 2018
The all-new 2019 Ford Focus will be available as a 4-door sedan, 5-door hatch, and 5-door wagon depending on the market. European region spec shown.
Ford introduced the all-new global Focus featuring the latest advanced and affordable technology with more comfort and space and a better fun-to-drive experience according to company officials. Redesigned from the wheels up, the next-generation Focus will be specifically tailored to a given global region.
The all-new Focus features 4-door sedan and 5-door hatch – surely destined for our shores and probably Asia’s, and a 5-door wagon for Europe. It will also be one of the first Ford vehicles designed around a common platform process like VWs MQB...
Apr
23
Shell and Chevrolet introduce the first in-vehicle fuel purchase solution.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 18, 2018
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Shell and Chevrolet are rolling out the automotive industry’s first embedded, in-dash fuel payment and savings solution. The new feature will allow drivers of new Chevrolet vehicles to pay and save directly at the pump by not having to pull out their cash or credit card like we all do but instead through the vehicle touchscreen when refueling at participating Shell-branded stations.
Drivers will press the Shell icon within Marketplace and select their preferred station location. After a few taps on the in-vehicle touchscreen, a code will be generated that allows the user to activate a desired pump and start fueling. Payment is then automatically charged to the payment method on...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 18, 2018
Shell and Chevrolet are rolling out the automotive industry’s first embedded, in-dash fuel payment and savings solution. The new feature will allow drivers of new Chevrolet vehicles to pay and save directly at the pump by not having to pull out their cash or credit card like we all do but instead through the vehicle touchscreen when refueling at participating Shell-branded stations.
Drivers will press the Shell icon within Marketplace and select their preferred station location. After a few taps on the in-vehicle touchscreen, a code will be generated that allows the user to activate a desired pump and start fueling. Payment is then automatically charged to the payment method on...
Apr
21
Toyota's latest compact, midsize and full size automobiles earn awards.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 18, 2018
Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas -- This past weekend, almost 50 Texas Auto Writers Association Journalists were on hand to slice and dice almost 50 new vehicles in order to discern which is the best within its competitive segment.
From the events scoring results, Toyota took home first-place spots in the full size segment with the brands all-new 2019 Avalon, compact 2019 Corolla Hatch, and midsize 2018 Camry. The 2019 Avalon also won TAWA’s award for Best New Interior.
The TAWA journalists were evaluating five key attributes including exterior, interior, performance, value, and personal appeal.
The 2019 Corolla Hatch in SE or XSE trims is already...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 18, 2018
2018 Toyota Camry
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Eagles Canyon Raceway in Decatur, Texas -- This past weekend, almost 50 Texas Auto Writers Association Journalists were on hand to slice and dice almost 50 new vehicles in order to discern which is the best within its competitive segment.
From the events scoring results, Toyota took home first-place spots in the full size segment with the brands all-new 2019 Avalon, compact 2019 Corolla Hatch, and midsize 2018 Camry. The 2019 Avalon also won TAWA’s award for Best New Interior.
The TAWA journalists were evaluating five key attributes including exterior, interior, performance, value, and personal appeal.
The 2019 Corolla Hatch in SE or XSE trims is already...
Apr
20
More standard equipment and a new lower price!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 19, 2018
The refreshed 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid now incorporates the 2018 MY Sonata refresh design updates inside and out while delivering 1 more mpg city and highway on both the SE and Limited trims. It also includes numerous safety and design enhancements while being offered for an even lower starting price.
2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Exterior/Interior Redesign
The exterior features a new hood and fenders, the new signature cascading grille, and a new rear deck lid.
Inside the Sonata Hybrid includes an updated center stack area and instrument cluster with a new leather-wrapped three-spoke wheel design....
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 19, 2018
2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited
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The refreshed 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid now incorporates the 2018 MY Sonata refresh design updates inside and out while delivering 1 more mpg city and highway on both the SE and Limited trims. It also includes numerous safety and design enhancements while being offered for an even lower starting price.
2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Exterior/Interior Redesign
The exterior features a new hood and fenders, the new signature cascading grille, and a new rear deck lid.
Inside the Sonata Hybrid includes an updated center stack area and instrument cluster with a new leather-wrapped three-spoke wheel design....
Apr
15
Like other OEMs, VWs CUVs including Tiguan and Atlas are the sales driving force.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
VW March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
VW reported it sold 32,548 vehicles in the United States in March, up 17.8 percent above the 27,635 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 13.6 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
VW’s YTD sales of 83,952 were up 10.0 percent above the 76,290 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 7.2 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017....
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 VW Tiguan
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2.0L TSI mated to an 8-Speed AT provides a 22/27 mpg city/highway rating in FWD configuration.
2.0L TSI mated to an 8-Speed AT provides a 22/27 mpg city/highway rating in FWD configuration.
VW March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
VW reported it sold 32,548 vehicles in the United States in March, up 17.8 percent above the 27,635 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 13.6 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
VW’s YTD sales of 83,952 were up 10.0 percent above the 76,290 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 7.2 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017....
Apr
15
The CX-3, 5, and 9 were all up with regards to March sales.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
Mazda March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Mazda reported it sold 33,302 vehicles in the United States in March, up 35.7 percent above the 24,549 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 30.8 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Mazda’s YTD sales of 83,995 were up 21.6 percent above the 69,071 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 18.4 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
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Mazda March and 1Q Sales...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Mazda CX-5
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25/31 mpg city/highway in FWD format.
25/31 mpg city/highway in FWD format.
Mazda March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Mazda reported it sold 33,302 vehicles in the United States in March, up 35.7 percent above the 24,549 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 30.8 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Mazda’s YTD sales of 83,995 were up 21.6 percent above the 69,071 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 18.4 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
Mazda March and 1Q Sales...
Apr
15
Rio and Sportage provide the sales lift.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
The all-new 2018 Rio sedan and 5-door hatch are the latest additions to the Kia lineup. The new subcompact duo provides better efficiency, new technology, advanced safety technology, everyday convenience and fun-to-drive character for a value oriented first time buyer price.
The sedan’s passenger volume is 89.9 cu. ft. while the 5-door hatchback provides 90.5 cu ft. Front seat occupants are provided with more head room, leg room and shoulder room while second row passengers benefit from greater leg- and shoulder room. These improvements are the result of re-profiled door trims, new material for the headliner and a reshaping of the dashboard. The sedan’s cargo volume equals 13.7 cu. ft....
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Kia Rio
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The all-new 2018 Rio sedan and 5-door hatch are the latest additions to the Kia lineup. The new subcompact duo provides better efficiency, new technology, advanced safety technology, everyday convenience and fun-to-drive character for a value oriented first time buyer price.
The sedan’s passenger volume is 89.9 cu. ft. while the 5-door hatchback provides 90.5 cu ft. Front seat occupants are provided with more head room, leg room and shoulder room while second row passengers benefit from greater leg- and shoulder room. These improvements are the result of re-profiled door trims, new material for the headliner and a reshaping of the dashboard. The sedan’s cargo volume equals 13.7 cu. ft....
Apr
15
Sharp looking Crosstrek saves the brands consecutive monthly sales record.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
Subaru March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Subaru reported it sold 58,097 vehicles in the United States in March, up 5.9 percent above the 54,871 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 2.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017. This result represented the 76th consecutive month of yearly month-over-month growth and the best March U.S. sales in the history of the company
Subaru’s YTD sales of 149,703 were up 3.8 percent above the 144,250 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 1.1 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Subaru Crosstrek
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Subaru March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Subaru reported it sold 58,097 vehicles in the United States in March, up 5.9 percent above the 54,871 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 2.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017. This result represented the 76th consecutive month of yearly month-over-month growth and the best March U.S. sales in the history of the company
Subaru’s YTD sales of 149,703 were up 3.8 percent above the 144,250 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 1.1 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same...
Apr
15
Highlights are hard to come by as the brand continues to reduce fleet sales.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
The redesigned 2019 Tucson was introduced at the 2018 NYIAS and includes the brands cascading grille, a new center stack design, more advanced safety features and available Qi wireless charging. Standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, available second-row USB charger and Surround View Monitor add to its desirability. The 2019 Tucson is scheduled to arrive at Hyundai dealerships nationwide this fall.
2019 Tucson Changes
New Hyundai signature cascading grille
New headlight/DRLs
New front and rear fascias
New rear taillights
New 18” alloys
Redesigned 17- and 19” alloys
Redesigned exhaust tip on SEL and up...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2019 Hyundai Tucson
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The redesigned 2019 Tucson was introduced at the 2018 NYIAS and includes the brands cascading grille, a new center stack design, more advanced safety features and available Qi wireless charging. Standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, available second-row USB charger and Surround View Monitor add to its desirability. The 2019 Tucson is scheduled to arrive at Hyundai dealerships nationwide this fall.
2019 Tucson Changes
New Hyundai signature cascading grille
New headlight/DRLs
New front and rear fascias
New rear taillights
New 18” alloys
Redesigned 17- and 19” alloys
Redesigned exhaust tip on SEL and up...
Apr
14
Civic, that is all. 
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
Honda March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Honda reported it sold 142,392 vehicles in the United States in March, up 3.8 percent above the 137,227 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 0.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Honda’s YTD sales of 362,491 were down 0.8 percent below the 365,293 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were down 3.3 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
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Honda March and 1Q...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Honda Civic Sedan
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Zoom capability plus an underrated 32/42 mpg city/highway rating.
Zoom capability plus an underrated 32/42 mpg city/highway rating.
Honda March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Honda reported it sold 142,392 vehicles in the United States in March, up 3.8 percent above the 137,227 sold in March of 2017. Sales were up 0.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Honda’s YTD sales of 362,491 were down 0.8 percent below the 365,293 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were down 3.3 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
Honda March and 1Q...
Apr
13
Rogue continues to be the hot ticket!
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
From the 2017 TAWA Truck Rodeo, Nissan introduced the 2018 Rogue with the brands advanced safety equipment called ProPILOT Assist which provides steering assist, braking and acceleration during single-lane highway driving. ProPILOT Assist is available on the top SL trim as part of the Platinum Package.
The 2018 Rogue is offered in S, SV and SL trims, all with an efficient 170 hp and 175 lb-ft or torque 2.5L I4 mated to the brands CVT.
The 2018 Rogue now includes NissanConnect with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an additional USB port (inside front center console box) on all trims.
A Motion-Activated Liftgate is now included with the SV and SL trims.
SL trims...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Nissan Rogue
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26/33 mpg city/highway.
26/33 mpg city/highway.
From the 2017 TAWA Truck Rodeo, Nissan introduced the 2018 Rogue with the brands advanced safety equipment called ProPILOT Assist which provides steering assist, braking and acceleration during single-lane highway driving. ProPILOT Assist is available on the top SL trim as part of the Platinum Package.
The 2018 Rogue is offered in S, SV and SL trims, all with an efficient 170 hp and 175 lb-ft or torque 2.5L I4 mated to the brands CVT.
The 2018 Rogue now includes NissanConnect with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an additional USB port (inside front center console box) on all trims.
A Motion-Activated Liftgate is now included with the SV and SL trims.
SL trims...
Apr
13
Jeep was hot, RAM sold the bulk of the metal.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
The 2019 Ram 1500 Tradesman is available as a Quad or Crew Cab with two bed lengths: Quad with a 6 ft., 4 in. bed, or Crew w/ 5 ft. 7 in. or optional 6 ft. 4 in. bed. Regarding the drivetrain, the one we are most interested in is the one that makes the most sense. That being the standard 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque mild hybrid system, as a 4x2 or 4x4. In addition, the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 weight has been reduced by 225 pounds.
Standard features include a standard Class III trailer hitch, lighted, above-bumper four- and seven-pin trailer connector, Uconnect 5.0 with five-inch screen and hands-free calling, one-year...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2019 RAM 1500 Tradesman
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Pricing starts at $33,340 including the $1,645 D&H charge.
Pricing starts at $33,340 including the $1,645 D&H charge.
The 2019 Ram 1500 Tradesman is available as a Quad or Crew Cab with two bed lengths: Quad with a 6 ft., 4 in. bed, or Crew w/ 5 ft. 7 in. or optional 6 ft. 4 in. bed. Regarding the drivetrain, the one we are most interested in is the one that makes the most sense. That being the standard 3.6L Pentastar V6 with eTorque mild hybrid system, as a 4x2 or 4x4. In addition, the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 weight has been reduced by 225 pounds.
Standard features include a standard Class III trailer hitch, lighted, above-bumper four- and seven-pin trailer connector, Uconnect 5.0 with five-inch screen and hands-free calling, one-year...
Apr
13
Camry owns sedans and the Prius Prime owns the Plug-in electrified segment.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
Toyota March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Toyota reported it sold 222,782 vehicles in the United States in March, up 3.5 percent over the 215,224 sold in March of 2017. Sales were down 0.2 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Toyota’s YTD sales of 572,033 were up 7.4 percent above the 532,611 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 4.6 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
Toyota on its own had its best Q1 in 10...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid
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51/53 mpgUS city/highway rating in LE trim and 44/47 mpg city/highway as an SE or XLE.
51/53 mpgUS city/highway rating in LE trim and 44/47 mpg city/highway as an SE or XLE.
Toyota March 2018 U.S. Auto Sales
Toyota reported it sold 222,782 vehicles in the United States in March, up 3.5 percent over the 215,224 sold in March of 2017. Sales were down 0.2 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis in which there were 28 selling days in March of 2018 vs. 27 in March of 2017.
Toyota’s YTD sales of 572,033 were up 7.4 percent above the 532,611 sold through the same period of 2017. Sales were up 4.6 percent on a DSR basis with 77 selling days in 2018 vs. 75 through the same period of 2017.
Toyota on its own had its best Q1 in 10...
Apr
13
F-Series dominates U.S. Auto Sales… Again.
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
Ford dealers are now taking orders for the 2018 F-150 with all-new 3.0L V6 Power Stroke turbo diesel engine. Actual deliveries are slated to occur at any time.
The all-new 3.0L V6 Power Stroke turbo diesel will be available for both 4x2 and 4x4 F-150 pickups. Retail customers can choose this engine option for 2018 F-150 Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum edition SuperCrew trucks with either a 5.5-foot or 6.5-foot bed configuration, and SuperCab trucks with a 6.5-foot bed configuration.
For fleet customers who use their truck for work, the 3.0L V6 Power Stroke will be...
Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 3, 2018
2018 Ford F-150 with the 3.0L V6 Power Stroke Turbo Diesel
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Ford dealers are now taking orders for the 2018 F-150 with all-new 3.0L V6 Power Stroke turbo diesel engine. Actual deliveries are slated to occur at any time.
The all-new 3.0L V6 Power Stroke turbo diesel will be available for both 4x2 and 4x4 F-150 pickups. Retail customers can choose this engine option for 2018 F-150 Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum edition SuperCrew trucks with either a 5.5-foot or 6.5-foot bed configuration, and SuperCab trucks with a 6.5-foot bed configuration.
For fleet customers who use their truck for work, the 3.0L V6 Power Stroke will be...
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