Latest Fuel economy in automobiles Stories

Average Large Truck Fuel Economy Posts Year-Over-Year Increase of 0.5 MPG SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueCar, the automotive pricing information and analysis company that provides new car pricing trends and forecasting, today announced that fuel economy numbers from May light vehicle auto sales indicate TrueMPG((TM) )remain steady at 23.7 mpg, remaining at record levels for industry fuel economy. Year-over-year, average fuel economy saw a 0.6 mpg increase,...

High mileage cars are increasingly important in the automobile market, with few vehicles actually measuring up to the green promise, reports Green Road Passion. The Magazine reports on the best bets for a greener car in 2013. Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) June 08, 2013 EPA numbers may be mythical, and rarely play out in the real world—with the notable exception of the Toyota Prius—but its still the only impartial guide to the possible economy and greenness of a car, reports Green Road...

With their new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van, MPG Car Rental continues to offer a fleet of eco-friendly vehicles for every driving need. LOS ANGELES, May 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Since their inception, MPG Car Rental has focused exclusively on electric, clean diesel and hybrid rental options. Over the course of their existence, the esteemed company has amassed the largest and most diverse variety of vehicles in Los Angeles for hybrid car rental. The rental company is dedicated to...

- New diesel offering uses turbocharging solution to reach 46 mpg in highway driving PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Honeywell (NYSE: HON) turbochargers are a vital component of the soon-to-be-released 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel that will get an industry-best 46 mpg in highway driving, setting the bar higher for fuel efficiency and emissions control. As revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, the Cruze Diesel will become the manufacturer's first...

Average Large Truck Fuel Economy Posts Year-Over-Year Increase of 0.6 MPG SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 14, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueCar, the automotive pricing information and analysis company that provides new car pricing trends and forecasting, today announced that fuel economy numbers from April light vehicle auto sales indicate TrueMPG(TM) have steadied at 23.7 mpg, remaining at record levels although ending a 3-month rise in industry fuel economy. Year-over-year, average fuel...

TORRANCE, Calif., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- As Earth Week and its activities come to a close, those in the market for an 'eco-responsible' vehicle should keep Honda in mind. With a strong commitment to the environment and a diverse line-up of fuel efficient and alternative fuel powered vehicles, Honda offers a variety of models to suit every lifestyle. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100923/HONDALOGO) Honda prides itself on its commitment to the environment and...

C-Max, Fusion record almost 50 mpg CASTLE ROCK, Colo., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- The main goal of Medved Autoplex is to always bring its customers the best deal possible on their impressive line of new Ford cars near Colorado Springs, CO. However, now they are offering a way to bring their customers the best possible deal on gasoline to power the Ford cars the sell. No, they aren't installing gas pumps and they aren't drilling wells any time soon. However, they are...

SALT LAKE CITY, April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- C.R. England has awarded a 2013 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 to Chris Johnson, one of its top company drivers, for showing improvement in miles per gallon average and average idle percentage for the first quarter 2013. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130423/SF99172) Johnson was selected as the Harley-Davidson winner among five finalists. Johnson is currently driving a 2013 Freightliner Cascadia, and has been working...

Cruze scores higher with better MPG rating and interior features MILFORD, Ohio, April 19, 2013 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- When searching for a fuel-friendly vehicle that offers a comfortable ride and an equally pleasant interior, options for new car-shoppers are rather limited. Some automakers have made the grave error of outfitting their high fuel-economy vehicles with rather sparse interiors that feature too many hard surfaces and fail to put the driver and passengers at ease during a...

CINCINNATI, April 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Want to reduce your carbon footprint this Earth Day? FirstGroup America, the largest provider of ground transportation services in North America, suggests you leave your car in the garage and take the bus! First Transit buses, First Student school buses and Greyhound motor coaches replace a significant number of cars on the road, making them an environmentally sound transportation option. Using public transportation saves 4.2 billion gallons...