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AAA Names Fuel Efficient Picks for Commuting

April 7, 2010

When purchasing a car there are lots of things which you need to think about. The type which you choose will impact on your life in some way, so it is important to make the right decision where possible. It is not just the car you have to think about, if you are female you [...]

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25 Most Fuel Efficient 2010 SUVs

April 5, 2010

They’re cool. They’re great for hauling stuff. They’re perfect for hauling kids. Plus, they make you feel kind of tall and invincible. But can they do all that and still be fuel efficient?  Take a look for yourself.  Here are the 20 most fuel efficient 2010 SUVs:

Car
City
Hwy
Cost*

Ford Escape Hybrid FWD
4 cyl, 2.5 L, Automatic (variable [...]

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Mazda to Introduce Fuel Efficient Diesel in U.S.

April 3, 2010

Will Mazda be the first Japanese automaker to introduce a clean diesel into the U.S. auto market? Probably. The company announced plans to introduce the midsize in 2012, and thinks it could get as much as 42 miles per gallon. The new diesel engine being used is expected to realize a 20% miles-per-gallon improvement over [...]

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5 Things to Love about the New Gas Mileage Standards

April 1, 2010

The Obama administration is mandating tough new gas mileage standards on vehicles for model years 2012 – 2016 – much tougher than ever before. So how do the new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) requirements help us as a nation? Here are 5 reasons to love ‘em:

More money in your pocket.
Beginning with 2012 model year [...]

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40 mpg from New Gas-Engine Chevy?

March 31, 2010

Chevrolet unveiled its new Cruze Eco this week at the New York Auto Show. This conventional gas-burning car is expected to get better than 40 mpg and will hit showrooms late this year. Watch out, hybrids.

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Will Lexus Hybrid Lead Class in Gas Mileage?

March 27, 2010

According to Toyota Motor Corporation, it will start selling a Lexus luxury hybrid in the U.S. early next year – and they expect it to lead its class in gas mileage. However, those gas mileage figures have yet to be announced.

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Saving Fuel: Will More Cars Shut Off at Stoplights?

March 25, 2010

Much of the fuel savings that shows up in hybrids is actually the result of automatic engine shutdown during idling. And some drivers just do that on their own. Now, automakers in Europe and Asia are bringing idle-shutdown technologies to ordinary cars. But is it catching on in America?

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25 Most Fuel Efficient 2010 Family Sedans

March 22, 2010

Small cars seem to corner the market on great gas mileage. But what if a small car just doesn’t fit your needs? Don’t despair – there are plenty of family sedans that are returning great gas mileage as well as comfort for your family. In fact, here are the top 25 family [...]

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2011 Infinity M56 Bringing Fuel Economy Back

March 17, 2010

Imagine this: a two-ton vehicle with a 420 horsepower V8 engine that gets over 28 miles per gallon. Sound unlikely? Think again! Through the use of direct injection, as well as a driver-selectable Eco mode, this Intiniti can go from “drag strip warrior to fuel economy champ“, all thanks to a little button.

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Ford Bringing Fuel Economy to Police Cars

March 16, 2010

Later this year Ford will begin production on new police cars based on its popular Taurus. The new Police Interceptor will feature Ford’s 3.5-liter 263-horsepower V-6 engine that is E85-compatible and gets significantly better gas mileage than the Crown Victoria.  And obviously there will be special features, such as anti-stab panels in the front seat [...]

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