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Four Ford Dealers To Test Solar & Wind Clean-Energy Systems

Green Car Reports

As fuel economy slowly rises across its entire range, Ford is looking to lower the environmental impact of the dealerships that sell its greenest cars as well. The company announced today a pilot program that will put solar-and-wind clean-energy systems into four of its dealerships.

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Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

Green Car Congress

Audi announced pricing for the 2010 A3 TDI, its second US clean diesel offering launched this year. Expected to begin arriving at US dealers in late November 2009, the 50-state certified A3 TDI delivers 42 mpg US (5.6 Audi launched its first TDI clean diesel model, the Q7 TDI, earlier this year. Earlier post.) L/100 km (50.0

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Tips: 5 Best Car Maintenance Practices

Clean Fleet Report

Whether you’re driving an electric car or a vintage machine, maintaining your car properly keeps it in top condition. Along with enhanced safety, a well-maintained car performs at its best. You’ll also spend less money on fuel, whether it’s liquid in the tank for electricity in the battery. Inspect and Maintain Tires.

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Chevrolet debuts 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel for US and Canada

Green Car Congress

2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel engine. Chevrolet is entering the US and Canadian diesel car markets this summer with a 2.0L Assembled in Lordstown, Ohio, the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel has demonstrated an estimated 42 mpg (5.6 Final fuel economy ratings and power specs will be released closer to the on-sale date.

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How to “Green” Your Car

Clean Fleet Report

The car market, including secondhand vehicles, is very expensive at the moment, so not everyone has the luxury of just getting up, going to their local dealer and buying a new EV or even a new car that isn’t a gas guzzler. It’s like giving your car a second chance to do better for the planet—and that’s pretty eco-friendly!

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Choosing an Efficient Used Car?

Clean Fleet Report

Fuel efficiency can be a critical factor when buying a used car because of the expense of fuel. Gasoline is the most prevalent form of fuel. About 75% of the Canadian population uses gas cars. The other preferred and well-known variety is flex-fuel or ethanol-gasoline blends in the used car segment.

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News: 2024 Mazda CX-90

Clean Fleet Report

Both engines, running on 91 octane premium fuel, are mated to a drive-by-wire 8-speed automatic transmission for the i-Activ all-wheel drive system that has a rear wheel bias. Mazda did not release fuel economy estimates, how fast the plug-in battery charges, or the all-electric driving range for the PHEV.

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