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1. Electric Vehicle Myths ​

Having trouble discerning fact from fiction on EVs? Our EV myth-busting page provides the facts on topics ranging from their impact on the climate to addressing potential safety concerns.

Electric Vehicle Myths
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2. Greenhouse Gas Emissions from a Typical Passenger Vehicle ​

Want to learn more about GHG emissions from your average car/truck? The "Tailpipe Greenhouse Gas emissions from a Typical Passenger Vehicle" page explains how we calculate GHG emissions data from light duty vehicles.​

Tailpipe Greenhouse Gas Emissions from a Typical Passenger Vehicle
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3. Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions ​

Interested in the different sources of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States? Curious to see which transportation sector emits the most? Visit our "Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions" page to see up to date data and comparison charts. ​ ​

Fast Facts on Transportation Greenhouse Gas Emissions​
 

4. Electric and Plug-In Hybrid EVs​

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Curious if an EV can work for you? The "Plug-in Electric Vehicles" page provides basic information on vehicle emissions, charging, and driving range.​

Electric & Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles
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5. Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging​

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Nervous about how charging a vehicle differs from pumping gas? Visit the "Plug-In Electric Vehicles Charging" page for an easy-to-understand explanation of EV Charging​. ​

Plug-in Electric Vehicle Charging
 


 

6. Smog Vehicle Emissions

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Ever wonder what actually comes out of the tailpipe of your car? The "Light Duty Vehicle Emissions" page provides insights on the history of automotive emissions and what has been done to curtail them.​

Smog Vehicle Emissions

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7. Hydrogen in Transportation

Does hydrogen use in transportation remain a mystery? The "A Glimpse into Hydrogen and Transportation" page will help you gain a basic understanding of how hydrogen can be used to move goods and people. ​

A Glimpse into Hydrogen & Transportation
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8. Find a SmartWay Vehicle

Shopping for a new or used car? The "Find a SmartWay Vehicle" page can help you find the greenest vehicle that meets your needs.​

Find a SmartWay Vehicle
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9. Learn about Green Vehicles

Interested in just the basics? Visit the "Learn about Green Vehicles" page for a quick overview on current vehicle fuel options and how they compare on emissions.​

Learn About Green Vehicles​

Green Vehicle Guide

  • Learn About Green Vehicles
    • What is a Green Vehicle?
    • Consider a SmartWay Vehicle
    • EVs and Plug-In Hybrid EVs
    • EV Charging - The Basics
    • EV Charging – The Details
    • Setting up Home EV Charging
    • Tips for EV Drivers
    • EV Myths
    • EV Testing
    • Hydrogen in Transportation
  • Help Make Transportation Greener
    • Compare Your Gas Car to an EV
    • True Cost of Car Ownership
    • Buy Green / Save Green
    • We've Done Big Things. We Can Do Big Things.
    • Promoting Green Vehicles
    • Advanced Gas and Diesel Vehicles
  • Vehicles, Greenhouse Gases & Smog
    • Smog Vehicle Emissions
    • GHG Emissions from a Typical Passenger Vehicle
    • Fast Facts on Transportation GHG Emissions in the US
    • Routes to a Lower GHG Transportation Future
    • Automotive Trends Report
    • 50 Years of Automotive Trends
  • Fuel Economy
    • Learn about the Fuel Economy Label
    • How MPG Affects Fuel Costs
    • Your Mileage May Vary
    • Testing at Our Lab
  • Transportation Down the Road
    • Self-Driving Vehicles
    • Shared Mobility
    • What if: Ideas for Reducing Transportation GHG
  • Find a SmartWay Vehicle
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Last updated on October 23, 2024
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