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Porsche achieves huge fuel economy improvements

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Now the manufacturer is targeting improved fuel economy with each model change too. According to its statistics, the savings achieved by all currently available models compared to their predecessors lie in the double digit percentage range even though they offer increased performance [.].

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Volkswagen focuses on fuel economy with new Golf R

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However, a closer look at its statistics reveals that this is a vehicle that places a strong emphasis on going green too. Latest News Green cars Volkswagen' The new Volkswagen Golf R (pictured) is grabbing headlines as one of the fastest and most powerful Golf models to date.

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Chevrolet reveals Sonic fuel economy details

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The 2012 version of the Chevrolet Sonic (known in some markets at the Chevrolet Aveo) will boast fuel economy of 40mpg on the highway and 29mpg in the city, resulting in a combined fuel economy total of 33mpg. Its statistics will make it one of the most fuel efficient small cars in the North American [.].

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US fuel economy figures falling

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You might think that in more environmentally conscious times, fuel economy figures would keep on improving. However, new statistics from Truecar.com show thatUSfuel economy has actually dropped back to 21.6mpg in June, compared to 21.9mpg in May.

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Today’s Stunted Oil Prices Could Cause Oil Price Shock In 2020

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As Saudi Arabia announces plans to slash production and move their economy away from oil dependency, many industry insiders are predicting that the now over-saturated market will reach an equilibrium with higher commodity prices by 2018 and U.S. shale production will continue to grow along with global demand.

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Opel to debut new engine with sub-100g/km CO2 emissions

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The Opel/Vauxhall Adam (pictured) is set to benefit from a new 1.0litre engine that will bring its statistics to emissions below 100g/km and fuel economy to 59mpg. Latest News Green cars Vauxhall General Motors' The 1.0litre SIDI turbo engine was unveiled as part of the Aachen Colloqium in Germany.

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SEAT Ibiza sets new fuel economy record

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They simply don’t come much more frugal than the SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive, which recently clocked up an impressive average fuel economy of more than 120mpg as part of a mammoth 1,186mile tour of 12 European countries. He set out from Cieszyn in Poland after the International Police Motor Corporation sealed the car’s bonnet and fuel filler.