Car brands EXPOSED for HUGE MPG gaps in Real-World testing

The Electric Viking
7 Apr 202405:43

TLDRThe video script discusses the discrepancies between the advertised fuel efficiency of vehicles, both electric and gasoline-powered, and their real-world performance. It highlights the Australian Automotive Association's findings that show a significant gap between lab-tested fuel efficiency and real-world driving conditions. The BMW X3, 2023 mg3, Audi Q5, and 2021 Toyota yaris cross were among the worst performers, while some vehicles like the Hyundai i30 and Kia Sportage slightly exceeded their lab tests. The script also points out that Chinese-manufactured mg3 emitted 85% more emissions than claimed. The overall message is that the actual fuel efficiency of vehicles often falls short of manufacturer claims, a fact often overlooked when discussing electric vehicles.

Takeaways

  • 🔋 Electric cars have varying ranges depending on driving conditions, with city and highway driving affecting range differently.
  • 🚗 Manufacturer claims about electric car range can sometimes be exaggerated, but the situation is more nuanced than outright deception.
  • 🏎️ Traditional car manufacturers have also been known to overstate the miles per gallon (MPG) for their vehicles.
  • 🌍 The Australian Automotive Association's real-world testing program has revealed discrepancies between lab tests and actual fuel efficiency.
  • 📈 Some vehicles, like the BMW X3 and Audi Q5, used more fuel than their lab tests predicted, while others like the Hyundai i30 and Kia Sportage exceeded their lab test results.
  • 🌿 Certain cars, such as the K Carnival, Hyundai Staria, and Kia Sportage, produced less pollution than their regulatory limits.
  • 🚫 The Chinese-manufactured mg3 emitted 85% more emissions than quoted, indicating a significant gap in reported vs. actual performance.
  • 💰 The AAA's emissions results were funded by the Australian government and followed strict European Union legislation for accuracy.
  • 🛣️ The real-world fuel efficiency of vehicles often falls short of manufacturer claims, especially with internal combustion engine vehicles.
  • 🚀 Despite some vehicles exceeding their claimed efficiency, the overall trend shows that gasoline and diesel vehicles rarely achieve their advertised fuel efficiency in daily driving.
  • 🤔 Consumer perception of a vehicle's efficiency can be influenced by confirmation bias, focusing on instances when the vehicle meets or exceeds claims while ignoring times when it does not.

Q & A

  • What is a common claim about electric cars regarding their range?

    -A common claim is that electric cars do not get the range that manufacturers state, and that these manufacturers are exaggerating how far an electric car can actually go.

  • Is the claim about electric cars always true?

    -No, the claim is not always true. Electric cars perform well in certain types of driving, such as city and highway driving, but their range can drop in other situations, which complicates the issue.

  • What is a major issue being ignored in the focus on electric vehicles (EVs)?

    -The major issue being ignored is that almost every manufacturer has been lying about the miles per gallon (MPG) of their cars over the past decade, which is a problem that affects both conventional and electric vehicles.

  • Which car company was mentioned as a recent example of exaggerating fuel efficiency?

    -B (unnamed company) was mentioned as a recent example, claiming their plug-in hybrid vehicle can do 2,000 km with a small gasoline tank, which may not be realistic in the real world.

  • What did the Australian Automotive Association's real-world testing program reveal?

    -The program revealed a significant gap between the fuel efficiency promised in controlled lab environments and the harsh realities faced on the open road, with some vehicles using up to 20% more fuel than their lab tests predicted.

  • Which vehicle was the worst performer in the Australian Automotive Association's real-world testing?

    -The BMW X3 was the worst performer, using 20% more fuel than its lab tests predicted.

  • Are there any vehicles that exceeded their lab test fuel efficiency results?

    -Yes, there were vehicles like the Hyundai i30, Hyundai Staria, Kia Sportage, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, and Mitsubishi Outlander that exceeded their lab test fuel efficiency results by just under 5%.

  • What was the finding regarding emissions for the Chinese-manufactured mg3?

    -The Chinese-manufactured mg3 put out 85% more emissions than its actual quoted figures, indicating a significant discrepancy between reported and real-world emissions.

  • How were the real-world emissions results funded and conducted?

    -The real-world emissions results were funded by the Australian government and were conducted in Victoria, Australia, adhering strictly to European Union legislation to ensure that fuel consumption and CO2 results are repeatable and minimize human factors.

  • What is the overall takeaway regarding fuel efficiency and emissions claims?

    -The overall takeaway is that gasoline and diesel vehicles rarely achieve their claimed fuel efficiency and emissions results, particularly in day-to-day driving scenarios, and this issue is often overlooked when discussing electric vehicles.

  • How often do gasoline and diesel vehicles actually achieve their claimed efficiency numbers?

    -It is suggested that gasoline and diesel vehicles rarely achieve their claimed efficiency numbers, with the speaker stating they have never gotten the manufacturer's claims in a petrol-powered car.

Outlines

00:00

🔋 Electric Vehicle Range and MPG Misrepresentation

This paragraph discusses the common claim that electric cars do not achieve the range advertised by manufacturers. It highlights that while this can sometimes be true, the situation is more complex. Electric cars perform excellently in certain driving conditions like city and highway driving, but their range can drop in other scenarios. The speaker points out that the focus on electric vehicles (EVs) often overshadows the fact that many manufacturers have been accused of lying about the miles per gallon (MPG) of their conventional cars over the past decade. The paragraph mentions an example of a car company claiming their plug-in hybrid vehicle can travel 2,000 km with a small gasoline tank, which may not be realistic. The Australian Automotive Association's real-world testing program is referenced, showing a gap between lab-tested fuel efficiency and real-world performance. Some vehicles exceeded their lab test results, while others fell short, with the worst performers being the BMW X3, 2023 mg3, Audi Q5, and 2021 Toyota yaris cross. However, a few vehicles like the Hyundai i30, Kia Sportage, and Mitsubishi Eclipse cross exceeded their lab test results. The paragraph also discusses the issue of vehicles emitting more pollution than claimed, with the Chinese-manufactured mg3 emitting 85% more emissions than quoted. The paragraph concludes by questioning how often gasoline and diesel vehicles actually achieve their claimed fuel efficiency, suggesting that it might only happen 10% of the time.

05:00

🚗 Consumer Perception and Realistic Expectations of Vehicle Efficiency

The second paragraph delves into consumer perception and the tendency to focus on the moments when a vehicle meets or exceeds its claimed efficiency, while ignoring the times it does not. This cognitive bias can lead to a skewed understanding of a car's true efficiency, especially when considering day-to-day driving conditions. The speaker shares their personal experience, stating they have never achieved the manufacturer's claimed fuel efficiency in a petrol-powered car. The paragraph also touches on the decline in efficiency over time for internal combustion engine vehicles, often resulting in black smoke emissions from the exhaust, which was not expected when the car was new. The speaker emphasizes that while issues with EVs are frequently discussed, similar concerns about traditional internal combustion engine vehicles are often overlooked.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Electric Cars

Electric cars are vehicles that are powered by electric motors, using energy stored in rechargeable batteries. They are often touted for their environmental benefits, as they produce less emissions compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. In the script, the range of electric cars is discussed, highlighting that while they may not always meet the exact mileage claims, their performance varies based on driving conditions, such as city versus highway driving.

💡Range

Range refers to the distance that a vehicle can travel on a single charge or tank of fuel. It is a critical factor for electric vehicles, as it determines how far one can drive without needing to recharge or refuel. The script discusses the discrepancy between the advertised range of electric cars and the actual range they can achieve under different driving conditions.

💡Fuel Economy

Fuel economy is the efficiency with which a vehicle uses fuel, typically measured in miles per gallon (MPG) for gasoline or diesel vehicles. It is an important consideration for consumers, as it affects the cost of operating the vehicle and its environmental impact. The script points out that there is a gap between the advertised fuel economy figures and the real-world performance of many vehicles.

💡Manufacturers' Claims

Manufacturers' claims refer to the specifications and promises made by vehicle manufacturers about their products, such as range, fuel efficiency, and emissions. These claims are often based on standardized tests and are used to market and sell vehicles. The script questions the accuracy of these claims, suggesting that they may not always reflect real-world performance.

💡Plug-in Hybrid

A plug-in hybrid vehicle is a type of hybrid car that can be recharged from an external source of electricity, in addition to its conventional fuel tank. This allows for a combination of electric and gasoline power, potentially increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. The script mentions a specific plug-in hybrid vehicle that claims high range with a small gasoline tank, questioning the realism of such claims.

💡Real-World Testing

Real-world testing involves evaluating vehicles under conditions that mimic everyday driving scenarios, as opposed to controlled lab environments. This type of testing provides a more accurate representation of a vehicle's performance, including fuel efficiency and emissions, under various driving conditions. The script highlights the importance of real-world testing in revealing the true capabilities of vehicles.

💡Emissions

Emissions refer to the release of pollutants into the atmosphere, such as carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other harmful substances. Vehicle emissions are a major concern for environmental and health reasons. The script discusses the discrepancy between the reported emissions of certain vehicles and their actual emissions, indicating that some vehicles release more pollution than advertised.

💡Internal Combustion Engine

An internal combustion engine is a type of engine that generates power by burning fuel within the engine itself, creating high pressure to move pistons and produce mechanical motion. These engines are commonly found in traditional gasoline and diesel vehicles. The script suggests that these vehicles often fail to achieve the fuel efficiency claims made by manufacturers, especially in day-to-day driving conditions.

💡Fuel Efficiency

Fuel efficiency is a measure of how effectively a vehicle uses its fuel to perform work, typically measured in kilometers per liter (kpl) or miles per gallon (mpg). It is a critical factor for vehicle owners as it affects both the cost of operation and the environmental impact of driving. The script discusses the gap between the advertised fuel efficiency of vehicles and their real-world performance.

💡Diesel Vehicles

Diesel vehicles are those powered by diesel engines, which are a type of internal combustion engine that uses diesel fuel. Diesel engines are known for their efficiency and torque, but they can also produce more emissions than other types of engines. The script mentions that diesel vehicles may often achieve their claimed fuel efficiency, especially during highway driving.

💡Consumer Perception

Consumer perception refers to how consumers interpret and understand information about products, including their performance, value, and reliability. In the context of the script, it discusses how consumers may have a biased view of their vehicle's performance based on their investment and selective attention to when the vehicle meets the manufacturer's claims.

Highlights

Electric cars' range is often a topic of debate, with some claiming manufacturers exaggerate the actual distance these vehicles can travel.

The range of electric cars can vary significantly depending on the type of driving, such as city or highway driving, which complicates the issue of range accuracy.

Manufacturers are not necessarily lying about the range of electric cars, but the real-world application often falls short due to various factors.

The focus on electric vehicles (EVs) sometimes overshadows the fact that many manufacturers have been accused of lying about the miles per gallon (MPG) of their traditional cars over the past decade.

The latest claims by a car manufacturer (B) about their plug-in hybrid vehicle's range of 2,000 km with a small gasoline tank has raised eyebrows and skepticism.

The Australian Automotive Association's real-world testing program has revealed a gap between the promised fuel efficiency in lab environments and the actual performance on the road.

Some vehicles, such as the BMW X3 and the 2023 mg3, were found to use up to 20% more fuel than their lab tests predicted.

On the other hand, certain vehicles like the Hyundai i30, Kia Sportage, and Mitsubishi Outlander exceeded their lab test fuel efficiency results by just under 5%.

There is a notable discrepancy in fuel efficiency between different vehicle types, with some gasoline and diesel vehicles struggling to meet their claimed efficiency numbers in everyday driving.

The real-world emissions results for vehicles were funded by the Australian government and followed strict European Union legislation to ensure accuracy and minimize human factors.

Some vehicles, such as the K Carnival, Hyundai Staria, and Kia Sportage, have been found to produce less pollution than their quoted figures.

However, the Chinese-manufactured mg3 produced 85% more emissions than its quoted figures, indicating a significant discrepancy in environmental impact.

The overall takeaway is that gasoline and diesel vehicles often fail to achieve their claimed fuel efficiency results, especially in day-to-day driving scenarios.

The debate around electric vehicles' range should be balanced with a discussion on the accuracy of fuel efficiency claims for internal combustion engine vehicles.

Consumers may be biased in their perception of their vehicle's efficiency, focusing on instances where it meets or exceeds claims while ignoring times when it falls short.

The discrepancy in fuel efficiency and emissions between lab tests and real-world driving highlights the need for more accurate and transparent reporting by manufacturers.

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