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Fact #1235:Motor Vehicles Were the Top Commodity by Value Shipped from Seven States
The top commodity by value shipped out of Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Georgia, Missouri, Alabama, and Maryland in 2020 was motor vehicles. Electronics was the highest value commodity for nine states.
How is fuel economy determined and reported for alternative fuel vehicles?
Last month we learned about how the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determines and reports conventional light-duty vehicle fuel economy ratings. While alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) fuel economy testing is largely similar to that of conventional fuels, the EPA makes some adjustments to account for different vehicle technology and fuel energy content. By tailoring AFV fuel economy testing and reporting, the EPA is able to provide apples-to-apples comparisons and allow consumers to make informed decisions.