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Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2019

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vehicle fuel economy. Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2019. (My Calculated vehicle fuel economy is available going back to 1923. Annual statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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Actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks: 1966-2017

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vehicle fuel economy. Specifically, this study examines actual fuel economy of cars and light trucks (pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans) from 1966 through 2017. Calculated vehicle fuel economy is available going back to 1923. Annual statistics from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

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Porsche achieves huge fuel economy improvements

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Now the manufacturer is targeting improved fuel economy with each model change too. According to its statistics, the savings achieved by all currently available models compared to their predecessors lie in the double digit percentage range even though they offer increased performance [.].

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2023 Ford Maverick Tremor Review - Shake It Up

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If you’re buying the Maverick Tremor since the relatively small size promises better fuel economy over a midsized or full-sized pickup, you might reconsider your option packages. EPA ratings for a non-Tremor AWD Maverick - remember, same powertrain - are 22 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 24mpg combined.

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California Gasoline Consumption Rose 0.6% in May; Diesel Declined 7%

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in May, while diesel fuel declined 7%, according to the latest figures from the California Board of Equalization (BOE). The BOE is able to monitor gallons through tax receipts paid by fuel distributors. Figures for June 2009 are scheduled to be available at the end of September 2009. California gasoline consumption rose 0.6%

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DOE issues FY 2015 SBIR/STTR Release 2 funding opportunity, including hydrogen fuel cells, electric drive batteries

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Approximately $23,735,000 is expected to be available for new awards under this FOA; DOE anticipates making approximately 150 awards. The technology developed under this subtopic must be capable of separating or reforming convention fuels and be packaged on conventional light or heavy duty vehicles without disrupting the existing system.

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac.

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