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Review: 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid achieves Prius-like fuel economy

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When it arrives in dealers on June 19, costing $29,845 including the $1,095 destination charge, the Sport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid will sit atop the Civic lineup. 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid Civic Hybrid mpg: Fuel-sipping standout Honda said the Civic Hybrid’s fuel economy ratings check in at 50 mpg city, 47 highway, and 49 combined.

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Toyota Tacoma Fuel Economy Numbers Confirmed by Canadian Ratings Agency

The Truth About Cars

The all-new 2024 Toyota Tacoma is starting to land on dealers’ lots, but the EPA hasn’t released fuel economy figures for the truck. It’s worth noting that the numbers could change slightly when reviewed by the EPA, but they’re in line with the numbers Toyota claims for each model.

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Ford lowers fuel economy ratings for hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and Fiestas; goodwill payments to buyers coming

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Ford Motor Company is lowering the fuel economy ratings for its 2013- and 2014-model year hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as most 2014-model year Fiestas. Ford said it had identified an error with fuel economy ratings on the vehicles and notified the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Click to enlarge.

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2023 Volkswagen Jetta Review – Getting the Basics Right

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At least the promised fuel economy is on the high side – EPA numbers are 29/40/33. A roomy cabin, spacious trunk, agreeable ride, useful controls, good fuel economy, and a decent amount of features for $26 grand make for an appealing mix for those who focus more on needs as opposed to wants like high performance and coddling luxury.

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2023 Ford Maverick Tremor Review - Shake It Up

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The hybrid Maverick seems to be the one getting the bulk of attention and the resulting additional dealer markup. 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.

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2024 Hyundai Kona Review – Ready For New Challenges?

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The 2024 Hyundai Kona is launching now – dealers should be receiving units as you read this – and Hyundai has some challenges to overcome as it gets the new Kona to market. Fuel economy numbers top out at 35 mpg highway for a front-drive SEL. Those challenges mostly involve an expanded segment and some improved existing models.

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Ford Crew Chief telematics system can improve fuel economy by up to 20% through better fleet management

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Driver behavior has so much influence on not only fuel efficiency but on the overall maintenance and life of a vehicle. The US Department of Energy reports that aggressive driving decreases fuel economy by up to 33 percent. With Crew Chief, Ford is deploying smart technology to deliver green driving results.