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Update on ACCESS fuel economy project

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A key project is under way in the USA aiming to boost fuel economy of petrol powered light duty vehicles by as much as 30 per cent: without compromising performance. Latest News Green cars'

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Rivian subscriptions, MPG lessons, Ram EcoDiesel drive: Today’s Car News

Green Car Reports

We drive one of the highest-mileage light-duty full-size pickups. An analysis of fuel economy across the entire U.S. That and more, here at Green Car Reports. fleet points to how reality lags regulation. And Rivian is looking at subscriptions.

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US fuel economy standards unveiled

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of Transportation (DOT) have unveiled their joint proposal for stronger greenhouse gas pollution and fuel economy standards for model year 2017-2025 cars and light trucks.

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Vehicle fuel economy rises for fifth consecutive year

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Efforts to increase fuel economy and lower emissions show no signs of losing pace as the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a report revealing a fifth consecutive increase in new vehicle fuel efficiency with a corresponding decrease in average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Hybrids are projected to have a 1.8

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GM introduces new light electrification system

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With the debut of the 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist, arrives a new “light electrification” system. The vehicle increases fuel economy by 25 per cent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain and produces fuel economy of 37mpg on the highway and 25mpg in the city.

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Volvo Concept XC Coupe To Make Detroit Debut

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This year''s Detroit Auto Show is a little light on truly green car content, so most attention will instead turn to downsized engines and vehicles offering subtle improvements in fuel economy.

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Fuel economy tips from an unlikely source

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Here, for the record, are its tips: - Pack light: Remove unnecessary baggage from a vehicle as for every 100lbs that a car carries, its fuel economy is cut by one-two per cent. A loaded roof rack should also be avoided, as this can decrease fuel economy by five per cent. So stick to the speed limit.