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A vehicle meeting the low-emission vehicle standards. (source: EPA)

Belmont contemplates green vehicle initiative  -  Oct 5, 2007
San Mateo Daily Journal,By Dana Yates A program to give residents discounts on city programs if they purchase a low-emission vehicle will be a topic of debate at Tuesday’s Belmont

Nissan Adds Diesel Hybrid, CNG Models to Atlas H43 Lineup  -  Sep 28, 2007
HULIQ,The Atlas H43 Diesel Hybrid is certified by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport as a low-emission vehicle, reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) and

Community Rallies Against Don Fisher - Oct 19  -  Oct 19, 2007
Beyond Chron,According to Prop H’s own definitions, even a hummer would qualify as a “low-emission� vehicle. “Some Republicans – like our President – think that global

2007 Honda CR-V- Sport without utility  -  Sep 22, 2007
Jamaica Gleaner,Emission-wise, it has a ULEV-2 (Ultra Low Emission Vehicle) rating, and is approved by CARB (California Air Resources Board) to be emission legal in all 50

2008 Honda Civic  -  Oct 10, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe Civic GX is the only vehicle certified by the EPA to meet both Federal Tier 2-Bin 2 and Inherently Low Emission Vehicle (ILEV) zero evaporative emission

Fisher and his powerful friends  -  Oct 19, 2007
San Francisco Bay Guardian,At the Yes on A, No on H rally in front of the Gap yesterday, near where they had parked the rented white Hummer (which H deems a "low-emission vehicle,"

Child centre air quality case a canary in the mine  -  Sep 23, 2007
Scoop.co.nz,A cash grant of up to $3000 for each newly registered low emission vehicle, including used imports, would see nearly 500000 dirty vehicles leave the fleet

City embracing green vehicles  -  Sep 27, 2007
St. Helena Star,11, the city council authorized the solicitation of bids for those vehicles, with the caveat that they have either Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV)

2008 Lexus LS 600h L Hybrid Sedan  -  Oct 4, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe LS hybrid carries a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) rating. A SULEV rating means the LS 600h L has nearly 70 percent fewer smog forming

2008 Toyota Camry Solara Coupe And Convertible  -  Oct 7, 2007
Auto SpectatorAll Solara models receive California Level II Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II) and EPA Tier II Bin 5 certification. The Solara suspension and steering

2008 Lexus ES 350 Sedan  -  Oct 4, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe ES 350 is certified to the Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) standard. The luxurious ES 350 interior features standard 10-way power seats,

2008 Toyota Prius  -  Oct 5, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe Prius has been certified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) in California and those states adopting California standards.

2008 Buick Lucerne  -  Oct 15, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe 3.8L engine allows the Lucerne to be rated a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle. All Lucerne engines feature electronic throttle control to seamlessly

2008 Toyota RAV4  -  Oct 5, 2007
Auto SpectatorBoth RAV4 engines use regular-grade (87 AKI) fuel for customer value, and both are EPA certified as Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV II).

2008 Lexus GS 460  -  Oct 3, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe GS 460 is available as a rear-wheel-drive model and, like the V6 GS 350, achieves the EPA's Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II) certification.

2008 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350  -  Oct 3, 2007
Auto SpectatorAll 2008 Lexus IS models carry the Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II) certification. An advanced six-speed automatic transmission with

2008 Lexus RX 400h  -  Oct 4, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe RX 400h achieves Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) certification in California (Tier 2-Bin 3 in other states), producing nearly 70 percent fewer

2008 Toyota Yaris  -  Oct 5, 2007
Auto SpectatorYaris is EPA-certified as an Ultra-Low Emission vehicle (ULEV II). The L-arm MacPherson strut front suspension includes a 0.9-inch stabilizer bar.

Honda's new Accord sizes up its old rivals  -  Sep 27, 2007
Georgia Straight,The result, according to Honda, is better fuel economy than the engine it replaces, plus emissions that conform to ULEV-2 (ultra-low emission vehicle)

Lexus Announces Pricing on 2008 GS Models  -  Oct 19, 2007
PR Newswire (press release),...the GS 460 can accelerate from 0 to 60 in an intense 5.4 seconds while achieving Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) certification.

Lexus Announces Pricing on 2008 GS Models  -  Oct 19, 2007
Autochannel (press release)...the GS 460 can accelerate from 0 to 60 in an intense 5.4 seconds while achieving Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV-II) certification.

2008 Honda S2000  -  Aug 16, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe 2.2-liter, DOHC VTEC 4-cylinder engine produces 237 horsepower and 162 lb-ft. of torque while meeting California's Low-Emission Vehicle 2 (LEV-2)

Toyota Prius  -  Aug 16, 2007
Hispania News,The Prius has been certified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) in California and those states adopting California standards.

Hybrid-vehicle owners in line for special perks  -  Aug 9, 2007
Montreal Gazette (subscription),Some towns offer extra-special perks, like the free beach passes given to low-emission vehicle owners in Huntington, NY Belmont, Calif., has reportedly

Over 60 Facts About Minivans You Didn't Know  -  Aug 6, 2007
TruckTrend MagazineFirst minivan to meet California 1997 Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) certification (1994) 15. First minivan to meet Inherently Low Emission Vehicle

Atlanta news and views, one slice at a time  -  Aug 6, 2007
Creative Loafing Atlanta,Now might be a good time to cut back on your energy consumption and your driving, and to consider an Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle, or SULEV — or,

Element one unique SUV  -  Aug 16, 2007
Driving.ca,As a not-insignificant bonus, it's a low-emission vehicle and claims decent gas mileage -- 10.5 litres per 100 km in the city, 8.1 on the highway.

Ontario to offer perks for drivers who go green  -  Aug 9, 2007
Ottawa Citizen (subscription),Some towns even offer extra-special perks, like the free beach passes given to low-emission vehicle owners in Huntington, New York.

Industry has to lead change on climate change  -  Aug 1, 2007
Hindustan Times,An ultra-low emission vehicle powered by an engine using advanced burn technology, emission filters and ultra-low sulphur diesel, is actually 'cleaner' than

Flying Saucer is for sale. Yes, I said a flying saucer.  -  Jul 24, 2007
Sci Fi Tech,The contraption runs on ethanol, of all things, and actually qualifies as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle. So why get a Prius? If you really care about the

AutoblogGreen for 07.20.07  -  Jul 20, 2007
Autoblog,For times like these, may we introduce the "Clever" car, AKA the Compact Low Emission Vehicle for Urban Transportation, seen in the right of the photo

Focus on the future a breath of fresh air  -  Jul 23, 2007
The Age,Ford intends this model to double its export footprint, by selling to the world the small, fuel-efficient, low-emission vehicle that local makers have

Malibu Summer Films at the World Famous Malibu Pier: "Who Killed ...  -  Aug 1, 2007
Malibu Arts Reviews,...auto emissions as the source of the problem, adopting the Zero Emissions Mandate (ZEV) as an integral part of California's Low Emission Vehicle program.

New regs in California raise questions about APUs  -  Aug 10, 2007
Land Line Magazine,In California, fuel-fired heaters used on trucks with 2007 or newer engines must meet emissions standards specified in the state’s Low Emission Vehicle

Audubon marks 40 years in Sharon with festival  -  Aug 12, 2007
Torrington Register Citizen,Low emission vehicle displays and renewable energy resource presentations gave attendees an invaluable education on the future of America's energy sources.

Toyota Prius: World's Greenest Car  -  Aug 1, 2007
PR-GB.com (press release),California Air Resources Board has rated the hybrid as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle. In the 2000 North American lineup of the automaker,

Legend in a box  -  Aug 10, 2007
Driving.ca,As a not-insignificant bonus, it's a low-emission vehicle and claims decent gas mileage -- 10.5 litres per 100 km in the city, 8.1 on the highway.

How Green Is Your City? Part 2  -  Jul 26, 2007
Arcadia Weekly,Modeled after a South Pasadena policy, Sierra Madre adopted a low emission vehicle policy that requires the city to consider the cleanest available vehicles

Gulf business leaders call for tough green laws  -  Aug 11, 2007
ArabianBusiness.com (press release),The survey also revealed a desire for import tax reductions on low-emission vehicle engines, an increase in landfill tax, and the introduction of a carbon

Ontario government to issue green licence plates to drivers of ...  -  Aug 8, 2007
The Chronicle Journal,By MICHAEL OLIVEIRA TORONTO (CP) - Ontario motorists who drive an environmentally friendly, low-emission vehicle will soon get a green-hued licence plate

Ontario government to issue green licence plates to drivers of ...  -  Aug 8, 2007
680 News,TORONTO (CP) - Ontario motorists who drive an environmentally friendly, low-emission vehicle will soon get a green-hued licence plate and access to perks

Gulf business leaders call for eco-friendly legislation  -  Aug 11, 2007
Gulf News,The respondents supported the idea of import tax reductions on low-emission vehicle engines, an increase in landfill tax, and the introduction of a carbon

2007 Honda Odyssey EX-L and 2007 Honda Ridgeline RTL  -  Jul 20, 2007
Epoch Times,You also get great fuel economy with an Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle (ULEV-2) rating, and 160000 km or more before the first tune-up.

2008 Ford Edge  -  Jul 23, 2007
AutoCorse.it,A 10.3:1 compression ratio and close-coupled catalysts will help it meet stringent ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) II regulations.

New era at St Helen’s  -  Aug 10, 2007
Growthcompany.co.uk (subscription),...with key player Jon Pither on the board, St Helen’s recently helped raise £115 million on AIM for Tanfield, a promising low-emission vehicle specialist.

Acura TL has athletic styling, performance personality  -  Aug 4, 2007
Suburban Journals,The engine also meets ultra-low-emission-vehicle standards. The TL's drive-by-wire electronic throttle means there is no mechanical connection between the

Why I Don’t Own A Hybrid Car  -  Aug 7, 2007
Daily GreenBy California’s stringent standards, it’sa low-emission vehicle (LEV). Honda’s Fit with daughter Maya. The new car arrives! (Jim Motavalli photo) The Fit’s

Column: GM working overtime to put on a greener face  -  Jul 24, 2007
The Capital Times,GM is also getting closer to producing the Chevy Volt, a plug-in hybrid that some see as the next step in creating a low emission vehicle.

Events in county, nation on Saturday will highlight global warming  -  13 Apr 2007
Ventura County Star (subscription),It also pays employees an incentive for buying a hybrid or low-emission vehicle, Halvorsen said. Recently, each employee got a copy of Elizabeth Kolbert's

World's Most Expensive Hybrid - So Pretty, So Pricey  -  Apr 12, 2007
GeekSugar.com,The LS 600h L will also carry a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) rating, emitting nearly 70 percent fewer emissions than the "cleanest" of its

Both incentives and scrappage fees needed  -  Mar 28, 2007
Scoop.co.nz,...but also need to help the family with a 15 year-old smokey diesel to get rid of it and buy fuel efficient / low emission vehicle.

'Parking plan is discriminatory'  -  Mar 20, 2007
Village Voice.com.au,..."It's also a big ask of council staff and resources to determine just what is a low-emission vehicle," she said. Cr Brown said he didn't foresee any

Ford and Almoayyed Motors bring new edge to hot crossover SUV segment  -  Apr 11, 2007
AME Info (press release),A 10.3:1 compression ratio and close-coupled catalysts will help it meet stringent ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) II regulations.

Solvay Advanced Polymers Unveils Modified Ixef(R) Polyarylamide ...  -  Mar 23, 2007
Drug Newswire (press release),For example, the available solutions to meet just the basic Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) I standards require investment in on-site/inline coating treatments.

Call to drive local hybrid technology  -  Apr 8, 2007
The Age,The concept car, the Axcess Low Emission Vehicle, is about the size of Australia's current most popular car, the Toyota Corolla.

US: Lexus LS 600h L will be brand's first US$100000 sedan  -  Apr 9, 2007
Automotive World (subscription),In the US, the LS 600h L will carry a super ultra low emission vehicle (SULEV) rating. Hybrid versions of the latest generation LS are also due to go on

Business leaders in US 'energy capital' vote green  -  Apr 6, 2007
Monsters and Critics.com,...historically suspicious of environmental protection efforts, have endorsed California's low emission vehicle standards, a spokeswoman for the business

Texas Businesses Endorse California Emisson Standards  -  Apr 7, 2007
Green Options blog,Business leaders in Houston say they support California's low emission vehicle standards and have called on Texas to follow suit.

Long live the minivan  -  Mar 21, 2007
Hamilton Spectator,The engine was designed to achieve Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) certification levels, and fuel economy is rated at 13.2L/8.8L/100km (city/hwy).

VOLVO CELEBRATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY IN NEW YORK  -  Apr 5, 2007
Media Newswire (press release),And most recently, Volvo introduced the first V8 engine to meet the standards of ULEV II ( Ultra Low Emission Vehicle ). Through the years there have been

Honda CR-V Crosses Over  -  Mar 18, 2007
San Leandro Times,The 2007 CR-V bests the previous emissions level, moving from LEV II LEV to LEV II ULEV (ultra low emission vehicle). The EPA’s Green Vehicle listing gives

Battle over auto emissions goes to trial in Burlington  -  Mar 18, 2007
Boston Globe,..."...the Vermont Low Emission Vehicle Program will force Vermont citizens to pay thousands of dollars more for new vehicles than residents of most other

Battle over Vt. auto emissions goes to trial  -  Mar 19, 2007
Rutland Herald,..."…the Vermont Low Emission Vehicle Program will force Vermont citizens to pay thousands of dollars more for new vehicles than residents of most other states

The Kawasaki Ultra 250X – 250 horsepower that is!  -  Mar 20, 2007
Gizmag,...and we’d hesitate to suggest it’d be perfect for the DockitJet. Though the engine is large and powerful, it is nonetheless a very low emission vehicle.

Australia: Opposition leader promises AUS$500m to develop cleaner cars  -  Mar 16, 2007
Automotive World (subscription),Rudd said the policy would help reduce carbon dioxide emissions and provide Australia with an edge in the growing low-emission vehicle market.

New Porsche roadster breaks out of the box  -  Mar 15, 2007
Daily Report,...the two-seat Boxster S has relatively good gas mileage—an estimated 28 mpg highway/20 mpg city, enough for LEV II (low-emission vehicle) status.

New Porsche roadster breaks out of the box  -  15 Mar 2007
Daily Report,...the two-seat Boxster S has relatively good gas mileage—an estimated 28 mpg highway/20 mpg city, enough for LEV II (low-emission vehicle) status.

Polyarylamide Plastic suits automotive fuel systems.  -  Mar 14, 2007
ThomasNet Industrial News Room (press release),For example, the available solutions to meet just the basic Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) I standards require investment in on-site/inline coating treatments.

It’s So Obvio: New Trybrid Green Cars Hit The US  -  Mar 9, 2007
Ecorazzi,Almost 30 mpg city driving, and over 40 mpg on highway driving when equipped with when equipped with ZAP Eco-Flexible SUPER ULTRA LOW EMISSION VEHICLE

Lexus Redefines Entry-Level Luxury  -  Feb 16, 2007
San Leandro Times,More amazing is that this powerhouse is certified as an Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEV II). The EPA gives it ratings of 21 City, 30 Highway,

Region Cuts $30000 Watershed Plans  -  Mar 8, 2007
Westcoaster,Bennett said the ACRD should buy a low-emission vehicle when the time comes to replace an existing Jeep. To reduce vehicle emissions and cut costs the

Hummer and Hummerer  -  Mar 5, 2007
E/The Environmental Magazine,...and watched news reports about global warming, oil shortages and rising asthma levels can drive anything but a fuel-efficient, low-emission vehicle.

Hyundai Accent and Elantra Earn 'Greenest Vehicles of 2007' Honors  -  Feb 15, 2007
AutoCorse.it,The Accent is certified as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV), delivering up to 37 mpg (automatic transmission/highway). The 1.6-liter dual overhead cam

2007 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Hyundai Elantra Earn 'Greenest ...  -  Feb 15, 2007
Auto SpectatorThe Hyundai Accent is certified as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV), delivering up to 37 mpg (automatic transmission/highway).

The newly revitalized 2008 Scion tC coupe  -  Feb 18, 2007
High Tech Lounge,...adequate at 161hp and 162 lbs-ft of torque. And yes, it's environmentally friendly too as the new tC is a CARB-certified Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV).

Drivers 'happy' to pay more for eco-friendly cars  -  Feb 15, 2007
London Stock Exchange,The research indicated that people would pay 4.8 per cent extra - around £611 for a £13000 - for a low-emission vehicle, with around six per cent saying

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