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JATO: US demand for pickups remains strong despite price increases

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Despite price increases, consumers are willing to pay more if the offer is in appealing sub-sectors—such as trucks and SUVs—and continue to be upgraded with new applications and accessories. In comparison, over the same period, the best-selling body type—SUV—saw an increase of just 16.4%. mpg vs. 17.8

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Lincoln to Price MKZ Hybrid at Parity with Gasoline Model

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Lincoln’s new MKZ Hybrid ( earlier post ) will be priced the same as its conventional gas sibling when it goes on sale this fall, with an MSRP starting at $35,180, including destination and delivery. The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid delivers a 41 mpg fuel economy rating in the city, topping the 2010 Lexus HS 250h by 6 mpg.

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Mazda introduces facelifted Demio with 1.3L SKYACTIV engine in Japan; hybrid-like fuel consumption at a lower price

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will achieve fuel economy of 30 km/L (71 mpg US, 3.33 km/L (59 mpg US, 4 L/100km) on the newer JC08 test cycle. By comparison, the Prius S model is rated at 35.5 km/L (84 mpg US, 2.8 72 mpg US, 3.3 Starting price (including taxes) for the SKYACTIV-G 1.3 Fuel economy (10-15) km/L [mpg US]. Price (US$).

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Renault presents the 235 mpg EOLAB prototype; plug-in “Z.E. Hybrid”; targeting production

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EOLAB delivers NEDC combined cycle fuel consumption of 1 liter/100 km (235 mpg US), equivalent to 22g of CO 2 /km. liters/100 km in comparison with the benchmark vehicle. You can always save weight if you’re prepared to pay the price, but that would be contrary to Renault’s philosophy.

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Honda introducing 4-cylinder versions of Crosstour crossover; improved fuel economy over V6 models

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Honda is introducing new four-cylinder, two-wheel-drive versions of the Honda Crosstour crossover in the US next month, in an attempt to broaden the vehicle’s appeal through a lower price point and improved fuel economy. By comparison, the. V6 model is EPA rated at 18/27/21 mpg US. By comparison, the.

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Daihatsu develops e:S Technology for 30 km/l in JC08 Mode; equivalent to 71 mpg US or 3.3 L/100km

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Daihatsu, the minivehicle specialist in the Toyota Group, has developed “e:S Technology (Energy Saving Technology) that it says will be at the heart of production of future motor vehicles with high fuel efficiency, low prices, and resource-saving features. L/100km) in JC08 mode.

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Setting New Standards for Clean Cars

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See our table below for a side-by-side comparison. Consumer cost savings and energy security are within reach Gas prices are volatile, and many Americans’ wallets are strained when gas prices surge, especially as they did last summer. Strong fuel economy standards can protect households from unpredictable price changes.