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In other words, car manufacturers can redesign future models with slightly slower acceleration times and higher fuel economy for consumers.

LOS ANGELES — The Mitsubishi Mirage has always been a value purchase — it offers one of the highest fuel economies for a gas - powered car while also being one of the cheapest vehicles on sale.

With this MPG improvement, the 2012 Honda Pilot 2WD becomes the highest fuel economy of any 8 - passenger SUV and the 2012 Honda Pilot 4WD becomes the highest fuel economy for any mid-size 4WD SUV.

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«A strong economy and labor market are generating rising incomes and higher consumer confidence, fueling a strong year for the travel industry, which will continue into the holiday season,» said Bill Sutherland, a senior vice president for the travel organization AAA.

His energy policy will likely favor the fossil - fuel industry, and his EPA will probably back off on the higher fuel - economy standards that are mandated for automakers — and that have spurred electric - car development.

The fuel price increases will filter through the economy, said McTeague, leading to less discretionary spending, higher inflation rates and fuel premium increases for truck, rail and air transport of goods.

The next time the premiers huddle together they should start talking about how to wean our economy off its overreliance on high - cost carbon fuels that the rest of the world has little need for today and will need even less of tomorrow.

Higher consumption fuels economic growth, so there are several implications for the economy and markets if consumers spend less.

New York, California and three other U.S. states said they sued the federal government for delaying the rollout of higher «gas - guzzler» penalties for automakers whose vehicles fail to meet minimum fuel - economy standards.

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Combination of economic trends and policies Still, for now an array of Obama administration actions and economic trends are conspiring to cut emissions, according to EIA: Americans are using less oil because of high gasoline prices; carmakers are complying with federal fuel economy standards; electricity companies are becoming more efficient; state renewable energy rules are ushering wind and solar energy onto the power grids; gas prices are competitive with coal; and federal air quality regulations are closing the dirtiest power plants.

When the transmission is calibrated for higher fuel economy, there is not as much response when the gas pedal is pressed, because it's effectively in a higher gear.

Higher fuel economy gains — on the order of as much as 12 percent compared with older automatics — come from gear settings that are more optimized for efficiency, not performance.

Among other adjustments that could help double fuel economy are turbocharging with smaller, more efficient engines that produce the same level of power; advanced heat management and cooling systems, which reuse the heat produced in the engine for energy; weight reduction, including broader use of high - strength steel that is already in some cars today; better aerodynamics; more efficient air conditioners, transmissions and lighting devices (including headlights); and increased electrification leading to full hybridization with electric motor and regenerative breaking — all of which currently exist.

The average fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States hit a record high 23.6 miles per gallon (mpg) for the model year 2012, the U.S.

The regulations that set fuel - economy and greenhouse - gas emission goals for cars and trucks have lower costs and higher benefits than previous analyses report, a new Carnegie Mellon University study shows.

Among Freeman's specific recommendations are a «20 percent federal tax credit to electricity and natural gas utilities that gives highest priority to the efficient use of the energy they supply,» and ban on new coal or nuclear plants and retirement of the existing plants within the next 30 years, government - funded demonstration plants for Big Solar and hydrogen, increasing federal fuel economy standards one mile - per - gallon a year over the next 24 years, tax credits for plug - in hybrids or flex - fuel vehicles, and an excess - profits tax on oil to fund the tax credits.

Recycling is high on the agenda for the schools - which both belong to Focus - Trust, a charitable multi-academy trust based in the North West of England — with Thornhill receiving a shout out from local MP Paula Sherriff during Prime Minister's Question Time after she received a letter from students concerned about the UK's reliance on Fossil Fuels; an issue the MP said that, if tackled, would support the sustainable future of the green economy.

The E350 BlueTec is a tough sell for several reasons: It's priced higher than the regular E350, it's fuel economy is only marginally better than its gas - fed counterpart, and average fuel costs for its owner will be higher because diesel fuel is generally more expensive than gasoline.

To atone for its high - speed sins the M838TE engine also has stop - start to improve fuel economy (26.4 mpg combined) and reduce emissions (249g / km).

In the Carollton Holiday Inn Express parking lot, the Maxima's dash display congratulated its driver with a new high fuel economy average of 35.2 mpg for the trip — not bad for a powerful 3.5 - liter V - 6.

Toyota's new hybrid system for rear - wheel - drive vehicles promises improved fuel economy at high speeds, allowing for intermittent use of the engine at such speeds.

For only $ 375 more than the Honda Insight, the Toyota Prius C offers the highest city fuel economy of any hybrid in America, with its 53/46/50 mpg city / highway / combined rating.

A supplier source told Reuters that GM is planning a special high - efficiency model that will use aluminum extensively for a weight savings of at least 250 lb, and an improvement of as much as 20 percent in fuel economy.

Fuel - efficiency ratings for all three engines are yet to be announced, but GM says the 2.5 L will achieve the highest fuel economy in Cadillac's history, well above 30 mpg (7.8 L / 100 Fuel - efficiency ratings for all three engines are yet to be announced, but GM says the 2.5 L will achieve the highest fuel economy in Cadillac's history, well above 30 mpg (7.8 L / 100 fuel economy in Cadillac's history, well above 30 mpg (7.8 L / 100 km).

At 80 mph, the engine isn't spinning too high — around 2,400 rpm — and 20/26 mpg city / hwy fuel economy isn't terrible, but the very best you can expect from the 13.7 - gallon tank is around 350 miles, which led me to join contributor Marc Noordeloos in wishing for more range.

Highway fuel economy could be better, but otherwise the Murano offers sedan buyers seeking a higher perch much of what they're looking for.

Add in its class - leading fuel economy and it seems like the right choice for many green shoppers, though the price tag is higher than many of its competitors.

While the 228i's impressive fuel economy and reasonable entry price will provide a stepping stone for many new BMW customers, we're most excited for the high performance on offer from the M235i.

For a similar price and only a small fuel - economy penalty compared with the Civic or the Fit, the 2016 Honda HR - V offers more cargo space, available all - wheel drive, a high seating position that everyone seems to love, and a more cocooned driving experience.

Crane notes comfort and convenience already rate higher than fuel economy as a purchase factor for new - car buyers.

High fuel economy, a spacious interior, and relatively affordable pricing make it fully competitive with mainstream crossovers, but it also feels special enough to make us think twice about paying extra for a luxury badge.

WHEN Late 2011 WAIT FOR THE ELECTRIC Scion expects the iQ to achieve combined fuel economy in the high 30s with its 1.3 - liter four - cylinder and CVT automatic.

JB: Winner It pains me to call a dinky car with 74 hp a winner, but its fuel economy of 40 mpg city / highway combined and potentially low price could be a winner for value shoppers looking for a high - mileage small car.

As good as the 2.0 T is, Audi / Volkswagen engineers will inevitably need to push the power rating and fuel economy numbers higher if for no other reason than marketing credibility.

The Durango is a remarkably well - mannered, high - quality seven - seat crossover suitable for a family road trip, but its fuel economy — typical for its size — is a big liability.

When Sport is engaged, the gearbox isn't shy about holding a gear for a tick or two, but conversely will grab the highest gear once your right foot has settled down to improve fuel economy.

Dodge will happily sell you a 485 - hp Charger R / T Scat Pack for $ 10,000 less while offering better exterior styling and fuel economy along with a slightly higher - quality interior and, most importantly, folding rear seats.

Also available for 2014 RAM 1500 models is the newly introduced 3.0 L EcoDiesel V6 engine, promising strikingly higher fuel economy, 240 horsepower and 420 pound - feet of torque.

Fuel economy is reasonable for such high amount of power, with 22 mpg combined for FWD mode.

It's quite common for techniques which deliver higher power and volumetric efficiency to actually reduce fuel economy.

As for how it's running, the CX - 9 seems to have settled in by delivering fairly consistent combined fuel economy of about 21 mpg — it's been higher on road trips and bit lower when used in daily commuting.

Fuel economy is surprisingly good for a small SUV, with the xDrive28i achieving in the high - 20 mpg range on the highway.

Fuel economy of 56.5 mpg is on par with a comparable X1, although the Mercedes» slightly higher CO2 emissions put it one tax bracket higher for company car drivers.

More information about the 2012 Dodge Avenger: For a mid-sized sedan, the Avenger stands out in two ways: aggressive, sporty styling, which is borrowed from the Dodge Charger, and its fuel economy, which can manage as high as 30 mpg on the highway.

Simply put, Red Line gear oil is engineered to provide the highest degree of protection while improving efficiency for better fuel economy, longer service intervals, and reduced wear.

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And with a complete redesign for the 2018 model - year, with a sleek new look, improved performance and even higher fuel economy, the Camry Hybrid is better than ever.

That's mid-pack power output for this class, but it delivers high fuel economy.

Along with high gas prices and President Obamaâ $ ™ s new fuel economy standards (to reach a 54.5 mpg average for new cars by 2025), a JD Power survey has shown that fuel efficiency is a high - priority consumer concern.