Sentences with phrase «rolling resistance tires»

The improvement might be smaller on the highway, but with low rolling resistance tires, some aerodynamic tweaks, and a CVT transmission with a «long» max ratio, it could still do well.
To achieve such groundbreaking fuel efficiency, Bright Automotive is maximizing platform efficiency — incorporating lightweight materials, advanced aerodynamics and low - rolling resistance tires to use less combined energy.
In order to get this figure that high Volvo used low - friction transmission oil, tweaked the engine management software, added higher gearing in 3rd, 4th and 5th, fitted low rolling resistance tires and aerodynamically smoothed all parts of the body.
Second, the IEA report finds that energy - efficiency improvements for the existing fleet should include aerodynamic retrofits to reduce drag as well as low - rolling resistance tires.
Advanced technologies like hybrid drivetrains, diesel engines, direct fuel injection, turbocharging, advanced transmissions, low rolling resistance tires and aerodynamic designs are allowing standard - sized vehicles to be very fuel efficient.
A number of design and technology measures are readily available to increase a truck's fuel efficiency, including: low - rolling resistance tires, more efficient engines, devices to reduce idling and aerodynamic drag, and predictive cruise control.
The Prius is heavily influenced by marketing decisions to add other high - mileage features to the car such as ultra-low rolling resistance tires, (ask a Prius owner how may miles they get on tires) an infinitely variable transmission, and extremely clean aerodynamics to make their «synergy drive» look better than it really is.
Do those new «energy saver» low rolling resistance tires really save you cash at the gas pump?
The National Academy of Sciences Transportation Research Board recommends low rolling resistance tires, which can reduce overall gas consumption by 1 % to 2 %.
This includes an aero performance package, low rolling resistance tires, leather seats, GM's MyLink infotainment system and a two - year service plan.
The tires give up some grip but offer 10 percent less resistance than standard low rolling resistance tires, helping to improve range.
Just a note for you folks in the Snow Belt: these are classified as «summer touring,» low - rolling resistance tires, meaning that you're definitely going to want to swap for a decent winter tire, because they're only rated to perform above freezing.
For greater efficiency, the Two Eco features two - tone wheel covers, ultralow - rolling resistance tires, a lithium - ion battery that's lighter, a tire inflation kit instead of a spare tire and illuminated keyless entry.
Certain models also feature reductions in brake - pad drag on the discs and wheels fitted with low rolling resistance tires, inflated to a higher pressure.
The CT travels on low rolling resistance tires, but they afford a fair modicum of grip for brisk driving, and steering and handling response is fairly satisfying.
There is some road noise at highway speeds, but I believe it is the low rolling resistance tires.
Changes to the engine management software along with new low - rolling resistance tires have netted a 3 - mpg increase in highway mileage for the 2007 Ford Focus 2.0 - liter with a manual transmission.
23, My Prius has Yokohama Avid S33, or something like that, low rolling resistance tires.
On the road: Fuel - saving features such as advanced engine technologies, aerodynamics, lighter weight components or low - rolling resistance tires.
A collaboration with tire manufacturer Michelin gives IONIQ enhanced levels of efficiency as the car is fitted with low rolling resistance tires for better fuel economy, plus the car's larger 17 - inch wheels are fitted with silica tires for better performance.
With 103 hp, it will power both standard versions of the new Golf that are claimed to return 61.9 mpg as well as an upcoming BlueMotion fuel - miser model - with optimized aerodynamics, lower ride height and low - rolling resistance tires - that is claimed to get 73.5 mpg on the combined European consumption cycle.
The multi-link suspension system has been adapted in order to work most efficiently with low rolling resistance tires.
The 2014 Silverado and 2014 Sierra make the most of the technology, with improved engine mounts, electronic throttle control, adaptive exhaust systems, improved aerodynamics, low - rolling resistance tires, and other technologies that help the engines operate in four - cylinder mode for longer periods of time, further increasing efficiency.
The ECO Package includes Idle Stop and Go System (ISG), low rolling resistance tires and 16 - inch alloy wheels at $ 400.
With its wheels shrouded in low - rolling resistance tires, don't expect great handling out of the Escape Hybrid at anything but low speeds.
Easing onto the accelerator, the Escape Hybrid creeps forward in almost complete silence, the only sound being the low - rolling resistance tires squeaking on the smooth concrete floor of the CNET garage.
The ability to easily slip through the air, combined with low rolling resistance tires and the reduced friction in the optimized Hybrid Blue Drive powertrain, significantly reduces the amount of energy required to maintain highway speeds.
Cruising at 65 mph, the Escape Hybrid Limited exhibits a great deal of road and wind noise, no doubt caused by the Escape's boxy shape, reduced sound insulation, and low - rolling resistance tires.
Low - rolling resistance tires offer very little grip in wet conditions.
In order to improve even more the fuel efficiency, Kia fitted all the diesel engines with low rolling resistance tires, rear spoiler, an improved front grille and Intelligent Stop & Go system.
Subtle exterior changes include «2 Mode» badging on the front doors and rear liftgate; and lightweight aluminum alloy wheels and low - rolling resistance tires that enhance fuel economy.
These low - rolling resistance tires feature a tread pattern that mimics the «H20 ″ notation for water.The tire designers and engineers at Michelin North America enthusiastically accepted GM's challenge to create a custom low - rolling resistance tire to complement the energy efficiency and reduced environmental footprint of the Cadillac Provoq.
The system also features regenerative braking to capture electrical energy during braking, electric power assist during acceleration, low - rolling resistance tires and improved aerodynamics.
The Eco package, available only on Soul automatics and contributing low rolling resistance tires and «Idle Stop & Go» start / stop assistance, brings the mileage estimates to 29 city and 36 highway, impressive for a boxy wedge as roomy as the Soul.
However, the rubbery steering and low - rolling resistance tires will make drivers think twice about pushing the RAV4 Hybrid.
If you live in a snowy area, I would highly recommend swapping the low - rolling resistance tires for a set of all - seasons or winter tires.
They include low rolling resistance tires, lightweight wheels, a rear spoiler, and a smaller fuel tank (with manual transmission only).
The GLS and Limited models also use advanced low - rolling resistance tires to help improve fuel economy while maintaining good ride and handling performance.
The combination of lugging around hefty batteries and electronics, a suspension tuned for comfort, and low rolling resistance tires results in gratuitous amounts of body roll and understeer.
Nonetheless, with all the other upgrades — lower overall weight via the new platform, increased aerodynamics, special low - rolling resistance tires, a «smart» alternator that optimally disengages and engages, and new generation CVT — the Note is a fuel economy champ, leading the class in the combined category, with a rating of 5.5 L / 100 km.
We talk about a particulate filter, special 15 - inch alloy wheels and low rolling resistance tires.
The low - rolling resistance tires were a particular eye - opener — they didn't feel like hard hockey pucks.
SUPER FUEL ECONOMY (SFE) PACKAGE Available on autoshifted SE models, the SFE Package includes auto - articulated, aero - optimizing grille shutters — an unseen mileage - enhancing element also found on most other Focus models fitted with the PowerShift transmission — as well as low - rolling resistance tires, wind - cheating wheel covers and a tasteful rear spoiler that collectively bring the car's projected EPA highway figure up to 40 mpg.
It has standard, bi-functional, halogen projector headlights, LED taillights, adjustable, heated external mirrors, 17 - inch spoke wheels, and low - rolling resistance tires.
The XLE's traction control, ABS, and all - season low rolling resistance tires work well to keep the car pointed in the right direction on snowy roads — assuming you are also sufficiently skilled to drive in the stuff.
A final fuel - miser is a set of low - rolling resistance tires.
Alright, so there's probably a little less grip from the low rolling resistance tires, and the brake modulation at the top of the pedal exhibits the usual hybrid weirdness, but otherwise, it's competent through and through.
Rear brakes are disc type instead of drums, and standard wheels are 17 - inch alloys and they are shod with the Cruze Eco's all - season low rolling resistance tires.
ECO PACKAGE - inc: low rolling resistance tires, ISG System, Wheels: 16» Alloy, Engine: 2.0 L MPI I4 w / Idle Stop N Go, Tires: P205 / 60R16
Additionally, their extra weight and low rolling resistance tires can have negative impacts on ride and handling.
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