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Toyota Re-Launched Land Cruiser “70” in Japan

The Truth About Cars

That’s a mill which also probably wouldn’t play well with regulators around these parts, by the way, despite belting out around 200 horsepower and likely returning good fuel economy in the process. Speaking of the cabin, it definitely harkens back to old-school ‘Yotas – ah, who are we kidding? turbodiesel. inch 4Runner and 193.7-inch

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Maryland approves nearly $100M for 172 New Flyer new diesel buses; $800K for hybrid bus retrofits

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The IT package includes Clever Devices’ Global Positioning System, Automatic Vehicle Locator, Automatic Passenger Counter, high definition video monitor and destination signs, and operator interface module. MTA specified an IT package that cost $46,000 per bus.

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6 Easy Ways to Boost Car MPG

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The current inflation definitely didn’t only affect the price of our groceries—as diesel and gas became more expensive, too. Thankfully, by incorporating only a few habits into your daily life, you can increase your fuel economy. Your driving style can greatly affect fuel efficiency. Speed also kills fuel economy.

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How to “Green” Your Car

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By all means, it’s definitely possible to keep your current car and make some modifications here and there (that don’t necessarily have to break the bank) to make it more environmentally friendly. So, at first glance, you might be thinking, “How is maintenance going to make a car more eco-friendly?” Yes, it’s 100% possible.

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Audi banking on Gen 2 3.0L TDI diesel for US sales; calls for a “fair shot” for diesel

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Do they receive HOV access for their improved fuel economy and ultra low emissions? In fact in 6 of the states, diesel fuel is penalized with additional state taxes. So diesel fuel gets taxed twice or penalized twice at the federal and state level. This helps us to make better fuel economy and good emissions.

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Toyota & Daimler Merging Hino & Mitsubishi Fuso Truck Brands

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Hino fell into trouble in March 2022 with the revelation it had been falsifying emissions and fuel economy data dating as far as 2003. The involved businesses want a definitive agreement in the first quarter of 2024 and for the deal to close by the end of next year.

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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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This means that when you are towing up a grade, it will pull strong and still deliver good fuel economy. These numbers are a bit lower than competitor trucks, but the trade-off is better fuel economy in exchange for less payload and towing. Fuel economy for the 3.0-liter Duramax turbodiesel is.

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