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SmartDrive study finds eco-driving improves fuel economy nearly 14% in waste-hauling fleets

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Waste-hauling fleets can reduce fuel consumption by up to 13.9% The study evaluated 193 waste-hauling trucks and drivers in multiple US locations to assess the effect of driving performance on fuel consumption and the impact of eco-driving training and in-vehicle instant feedback on improving fuel economy. mpg to 2.87

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. And, according to Police Fleet Magazine , the typical police vehicle wastes half a gallon of fuel for each hour it idles. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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New Ford Police Interceptors deliver up to 35% better fuel economy when idling

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The city and highway fuel economy ratings for the new Ford Police Interceptors (PI) have increased by 25% over the retired Crown Victoria. And, according to Police Fleet Magazine , the typical police vehicle wastes half a gallon of fuel for each hour it idles. Fuel economy test results from the LA Sheriff’s Department 2012 evaluations.

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Tips: 6 Ways to Increase Your Fuel Economy

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Saving Money on Your Way to Maximum MPG. But how can you increase your fuel economy? Surprisingly, the number of items you carry in your vehicle can have a meaningful impact on your fuel economy. However, idling is a huge waste of fuel and money. This article may contain affiliate links. 1 – Lighten the Load in Your Car.

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Cummins/Peterbilt SuperTruck shows 54% improvement in fuel economy, 61% improvement in freight efficiency

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The new SuperTruck achieved a 54% increase in fuel economy. and Peterbilt Motors Company, a division of PACCAR, released test results showing their demonstration SuperTruck tractor-trailer achieved a 54% increase in fuel economy, averaging nearly 10 mpg US (23.5 Click to enlarge. Cummins Inc.

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GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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GM has made three product commitments for 2017 related to its sustainability strategy: to have 500,000 vehicles on the road in the US with some form of electrification ( earlier post ); to double the number of US models that can achieve an EPA-estimated 40 mpg US (5.9 Earlier post.). —2012 Sustainability Report.

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FCA says Jeep Wrangler environmental impact reduced by 15% compared to predecessor

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Further improving its on-road performance, FCA’s TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission benefits fuel economy, whether mated to the 2.0-liter Over the same time period, the Company also shaved its carbon footprint by 27%, and slashed its waste generation by 64%. liter turbocharged I-4 or the 3.6-liter liter Pentastar V-6.

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