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Hyundai, Kia Allocate $412M For False MPG Claims
Korean car manufacturers Hyundai and Kia are spending big money to keep customers happy after the EPA discovered overstated fuel economy claims on several of its cars.
Honda Executive Admonishes Inaccurate MPG Claims
American Honda executive vice president John Mendel had harsh words today for automakers that overstate fuel economy ratings.
Average Fuel Economy Rises to 23.8 MPG in 2012
According to University of Michigan researchers, the average fuel economy of new vehicles sold last year rose to 23.8 mpg, an increase of 1.4 mpg compared to the 2011 average of 22.5 mpg.
One in Four Vehicles Today Meet 2016 Emissions Standards
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), about one-quarter of all new vehicles sold today meet the 2016 federal emissions standard, which include a 35.5-mpg average for passenger vehicle fleets.
Ford C-Max, Fusion Hybrid MPG Fall Short: Consumer Reports
Two of Ford’s new fuel-sippers, as they’re touted, failed to meet the automaker’s claimed mpg ratings during Consumer Reports’ tests.
Hyundai False MPG Claims Could Prompt Senate Probe
Some might have expected a small riot after news surfaced that Hyundai inflated its mpg claims on more than 1 million recently sold cars, but the media brouhaha was worse than any other backlash — so far.
More Automakers May Have to Adjust MPG Claims
Executive and analysts in the automotive industry believe that Hyundai and Kia may not be the only automakers recalling their fuel economy figures.
Audi ‘1.0L’ City Car Might Get Crazy 282 MPG
Said to be capable of as much as 282 mpg, one of Audi’s latest projects is internally called the “1.0-liter car.”
Hyundai MPG Scandal Could Boost Honda Sales
Left in the wake of Hyundai’s debunked fuel economy claims, brands that vowed to catch up are unexpectedly well-positioned. As gas mileage lurches to the forefront of many driver’s minds, car buyers are considering which product will be the least thirsty. It’s an issue that easily put Hyundai atop many lists until recently when the…
Hyundai, Kia Controversy Grows as Probe Continues
As webs meant to catch flies go, the Environmental Protection Agency‘s might soon look tattered and threadbare as its investigation expands to suggest Hyundai and Kia might not be the only brands fudging mpg claims.
Hyundai, Kia Admit to Selling No 40-MPG Models
After continued complaints by owners and consumer agencies, an audit by the Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that no Hyundai or Kia model achieves 40 mpg, a number often touted by the Korean automakers.
Porsche 918 Spyder Captured in Video
News about the Ferrari-killing Porsche 918 Spyder hasn’t been scarce, but video footage has been and that’s left one thing lacking: exhaust notes.
2013 Toyota Avalon Sheds Weight to Save Gas
Despite being an industry leader in hybrid drivetrain technology, Toyota is taking advantage of more angles to improve its car’s fuel efficiency.
2013 Ford Explorer Sport Gets EPA Certified 16/22 MPG
Part of the growing “performance SUV” niche, Ford’s EcoBoost-equipped Explorer Sport is now EPA certified with 16 mpg in the city and 22 on the highway.
2013 RAM 1500 Rated Best-in-Class 18/25 MPG
Thanks to a new 3.6-liter V6 engine and an 8-speed automatic the 2013 RAM 1500 can now lay claim to being the most fuel efficient pickup in its segment.
2013 VW Golf Losing 220 lbs, Improving Fuel Economy
Set for its unveiling next month in Paris, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf is going on a serious diet that will reduce weight and fuel consumption significantly.
Obama MPG Rule Delayed by Administration
Likely behind countless sleepless nights among the world’s automotive engineers, the Obama administration’s mandate for improved fuel efficiency was expected to take effect yesterday, but the gun remains unfired.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Eco
In this week’s Five-Point Inspection we put Chevrolet’s fuel sipper, the Cruze Eco, to the test. With good and bad in the mix, the Cruze Eco will deliver on what you want, and might even surprise you as a decent daily driver, although there is room for improvement. Read on to see why.
Chevrolet Spark Gets Less than 40 MPG
Chevrolet’s subcompact, the Spark, looks more like something out of a Pixar production than a car bearing the bow tie badge, but all is forgiven in the sub compact world provided good gas mileage. While the Spark isn’t bad, it could be better.
Ford Focus ST Fuel Economy Released: 32 MPG Highway
When you think of a hatchback with 252 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque, good gas milage is probably far from being in the list of top priorities, but would you complain if it came with the package anyway?
2013 Hyundai Veloster Now 40-MPG for Automatic Transmission
Changes made to the 2013 Hyundai Veloster will improve fuel economy on the dual-clutch automatic transmission, resulting in all models getting the impressive 40 mpg rating.
2013 Bentley Continental GT Coupe Gets 24 MPG
Numbers like this were unthinkable only a few years ago, but it’s amazing what a little federal regulation can do to spur an engineering department — or industry in this case.
EPA vs CAFE: The Two Sides of Fuel Economy Numbers
Fuel economy numbers are more important now than ever before, as gas prices continue to rise in North America. Recently Dodge came under criticism for announcing its upcoming Dart compact will get 40 mpg combined. An impressively high number, even a class-leading car like the Hyundai Elantra, which gets 40 mpg highway, only achieves…
Fuel Mileage Testing Rethought by United Nations and European Union
Gas mileage is a growing concern. Recognizing that fact, the United Nations and European Union are partnering to create a new series of tests to rate fuel consumption in new vehicles under a worldwide standard. The tests that are currently run to determine mpg are outdated and not realistic to the way that most of us drive….
