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GM 2015 Colorado and Canyon V6 mid-size pickups offer segment-leading fuel economy

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The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon ( earlier post ) will offer segment-leading fuel economy for V-6 midsize pickups, based on current EPA fuel economy estimates. EPA fuel economy (mpg US) for 2015 6-cylinder pickups with automatic transmission. Toyota Tacoma. Canyon/Colorado.

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Final US mpg rules through 2031 go easy on gas trucks, SUVs

Baua Electric

The federal government on Friday revealed vehicle efficiency standards for 2027-2031 that improve the fleet fuel efficiency of new cars and trucks—slightly. Softer on trucks, fewer EVs, and about 38 mpg by 2032 The easing of it all would mean a real-world fleet efficiency average of about 38 mpg, according to the agency—way down from 43.5

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All 2010 Chevy and GMC V8 Trucks Feature Variable Valve Timing

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All 2010 Chevrolet and GMC V-8 powered trucks now feature variable valve timing (VVT), a technology that enables continuous control of valve opening and closing that result in better engine breathing, fewer emissions and improved fuel economy. When working with Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation) on the 5.3L

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Flash Drive: 2022 Toyota Tundra

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This is what Toyota has done with the all-new 2022 Tundra, which we previewed in a Texas-based drive program last week. With choices of gasoline or a gasoline-electric (hybrid) engine, rear-wheel (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the 2022 Tundra gives buyers multiple options of power and fuel economy. Fuel economy – same as SR5.

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GM Testing Indicates 2010 Chevrolet Equinox Will Offer Best-In-Segment Highway Fuel Economy of 32 mpg

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liter I-4 engine will offer an EPA estimated 32 mpg on the highway and 22 mpg city. The 2010 Equinox will likely carry a 32 mpg highway rating. At 32 mpg, the 2010 Equinox will offer best-in-segment highway fuel economy and have a highway driving range of up to 600 miles. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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2024 Lexus TX Hopes to Become a Better Family Hauler

The Truth About Cars

& Sharing a platform with the Toyota Grand Highlander, the TX is an extremely large vehicle. The infiniti QX80 and GMC Yukon are a little too big, while something like the Acura MDX is a little too small. Still, it’s supposed to deliver 24 mpg (combined) and adds rear-wheel steering, adaptive dampers, and flashier 22-inch wheels.&

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ACEEE ranks i-MiEV as “Greenest” car in US, Civic Natural Gas ties for second with LEAF

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With a combined city and highway fuel economy of 112 miles per gallon equivalent, the i-MIEV outpaces all other vehicles currently sold in United States. Toyota Prius. Toyota Camry Hybrid LE. Toyota Yaris. Rounding out the top six are the Toyota Prius, the Honda Insight, and the Smart ForTwo. Make and Model.

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