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ORNL study quantifies fuel economy costs of common driver practices and vehicle alterations

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Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have quantified the fuel economy effects of some common driver practices and vehicle accessories or alterations—including underinflated tires, open windows, and rooftop and hitch-mounted cargo. liter four-cylinder engine, also suffered as its fuel economy dipped 22% from 42.5

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Tips: 6 Ways to Increase Your Fuel Economy

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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. 2 – Keep Up with Regular Car Maintenance. One aspect of maintenance that many people forget is tire maintenance. 1 – Lighten the Load in Your Car.

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NREL study finds Class 8 hybrid trucks delivered 13.7% higher fuel economy than conventional diesels in comparable usage

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Laboratory and in-use fuel economy comparison. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. higher fuel economy than the conventional tractors, resulting in a 12% reduction in fuel costs for the hybrids. Source: NREL.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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Both Hybrid grades come equipped with an Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel-Drive System with intelligence (AWD-i) as standard. The RAV4 Hybrid will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph). A Hybrid System Indicator and fuel consumption indicator, located in a 4.2-inch

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Daimler debuts diesel-powered S-class for US market

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liter V6 turbodiesel developing 240 hp (179 kW) and 455 lb-ft (617 N·m) of torque ( earlier post ), the V6 diesel accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 7 seconds; top speed is 130 mph (209 km/h) (electronically limited). The tank is replenished at the regular maintenance intervals every 10,000 miles. Powered by a 3.0-liter

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2016 Prius c hybrid gets big safety boost with Safety Sense-C system

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Under certain conditions EV Mode allows the Prius c to be driven solely by electric power for under one mile while remaining below 25 mph (40 km/h). The Prius c’s body structure makes extensive use of lightweight, high-strength steel to help reduce vehicle mass and enhance fuel economy. The standard 3.5-in.

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Parker Hannifin gaining traction with RunWise HD hydraulic hybrid; developing CNG-based HD system, next-gen MD system

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The two-speed hydrostatic drive runs at low speed from 0-25 mph and high speed from 26-45 mph for urban driving, then combines with mechanical direct drive for more efficient operation at highway speeds (46-60+ mph). High speed based on a rear-loading truck traveling from a route to a transfer station (above 20 mph).

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