fuel efficiency
What is the Most Fuel Efficient Minivan?
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Nothing screams “commitment” or “responsibility” louder than a minivan, well, maybe a saggy pair of elastic-waist mom jeans but who’s counting? Love ‘em or loathe ‘em these versatile vehicles are designed to excel at hauling, whether it’s taking a passel of kiddies to soccer practice after school or hauling a load of building material home…
Mazda Skyactiv 2 Engines to Bring 30 Percent MPG Boost
Already hailed for their efficiency, Mazda’s “Skyactiv” engines are bound for a second and third generation aimed at further improving fuel economy.
November New Car Average Fuel Economy Hits 24.8 MPG
The average fuel economy value of new light-duty vehicles sold in the U.S. during November was 24.8 mpg according to a recent study.
Ford to Integrate Start-Stop Technology Across Lineup
As Ford strives to become a leader in fuel efficiency, the American automaker plans to integrate start-stop technology across its lineup.
U.S. Car Shoppers Prefer Fuel Efficiency Over Performance: Survey
The American car consumer might be stereotyped as loving brutishly powerful V8 machines, but according to a new survey they actually prefer fuel efficiency over performance.
Daimler Wants “Credit” for Fuel-Economy Improvements
Daimler is petitioning the U.S. government to get more favorable treatment under the new fuel-economy regulations. It wants extra credit for consumption-cutting features like start-stop technology.
Top 10 Ways to Improve Your Fuel Economy
Modern vehicles are expensive, and it’s not just the gigantic figure on the window sticker that hurts. You have to consider the price of everything else involved with automobile ownership.
New Car Average Fuel Economy Drops to 24.6 MPG
The average fuel economy of new cars sold in the U.S. last month dropped to 24.6 MPG, down 0.3 MPG from August.
2014 Mercedes CLA 250 Rated 38-MPG Highway
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 has received an impressive 26 MPG city, 38 MPG highway rating from the EPA.
New Car Average Fuel Economy Hits 24.9 MPG
Fuel economy regulations are slowly changing the auto industry and subsequently new cars are more fuel-efficient than ever with average consumption landing at 24.9 mpg for the month of August, 2013.
2014 Jeep Cherokee Rated at 31 MPG Highway
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee front-wheel drive model with the base four-cylinder engine has been rated at 22 mpg in the city, 31 mpg on the highway.
NHTSA Studying Interlocks for Seat Belt Enforcement
Threatening ad campaigns and steep fines aren’t enough to keep drivers belted to their seats.
Next-Gen Prius to Launch ‘New Era’ of Toyota Hybrids
When it comes to hybrids, Toyota is the undisputed king. The Japanese automaker’s ultra-efficient Prius is practically the gold standard when it comes to economical motoring, but just because they’ve been successful over the past 15 years doesn’t mean they’re slowing down.
2015 Toyota Prius to Get 55 MPG, Wireless Charging
Toyota pulled back the covers today at its Hybrid World Tour event in Michigan, giving a small glimpse of advanced fuel-saving technologies currently in development.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Refresh Brings Better City MPGs
Chevrolet is trickling its fuel saving technology down to the 2.5-liter Malibu sedan by adding engine start-stop technology.
Average Fuel Economy of Vehicles Sold in July Ties Record High of 24.8 MPG
The average fuel-economy value of vehicles sold in July was 24.8 mpg, tying the record high previously reached in March, April, and May.
Mercedes Nine-Speed Automatic Coming to US Soon?
It’s been years since rumors of a nine-speed transmission from Mercedes-Benz started emerging, and now buyers can finally drive one… in Europe.
Speeding Can Cut Fuel Efficiency by 30 Percent
We all know that speeding can reduce the fuel economy of your vehicle, but just how much of a difference does it make?
GM Will Double its 40-MPG Vehicles by 2017
Expect the number of fuel efficient vehicles offered by General Motors grow in the next four years.
2015 Honda Civic to Gain Efficiency, Direct Injection
Honda will soon begin to blend the staple Civic with its so-called “Earth Dreams” technology.
Electric Cars Not Essential to Cut Emissions: Feds Say
Often touted as environmental saviors, electric cars are almost irrelevant in the battle to achieve bold new fuel economy and emissions standards.
New Car Average MPG Hits 24.8
Average gas mileage for new-cars has risen to an all-time high in America: 24.8 mpg in May 2013.
Infiniti Confirms Turbo Four-Cylinder, Diesel for Future
Infiniti unveiled its 2014 Q50 sport sedan today during the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, introducing it as the first of what will be a larger global push by the brand.
2013: The Last Year of the V6 Engine?
With the V8 engine is losing its foothold, it seems like the V6 engine may suffer the same fate.
