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Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Efficiency: - The proportion of energy released by fuel combustion that is converted into useful energy. [Environmental Protection Agency] News archive for Fuel Efficiency:: |
CNET News,This new system, dubbed "ECO Pedal," will be available next year and, according to Nissan, can help drivers improve fuel efficiency by 5 to 10 percent,
RDA Group: Fuel Efficiency Rules, But Vehicle Owners Still Seek ... - 04 Aug 2008
MarketWatchBLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Aug 04, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Although improved fuel economy is rated as vehicle owners' number one concern, according to
Ruan Joins US EPA SmartWay Transport Partnership - 04 Aug 2008
Pollution Online (press release),..."Ruan joins the Partnership in a commitment to increase fuel efficiency and make freight-related environmental improvements." Ruan will contribute to the
Maruti Suzuki Alto achieves mileage of 41.5 km to a litre - 04 Aug 2008
Moneycontrol.com (press release),India's most popular car Maruti Suzuki Alto achieved a spectacular mileage of 41.5 kilometers per litre (kmpl) in a fuel efficiency rally in the city,
New Vehicle Shoppers Get Online Environmental and Fuel Economy Guide - 04 Aug 2008
TMCnetThey add while automakers work feverishly to increase fuel efficiency across the board, many economical standouts are already available in many categories
Obama wants Michigan factories retooled for alternative energy ... - 04 Aug 2008
MLive.com,..."They know that we have a rich history with the automotive industry, that we can lead the solution with respect to fuel efficiency. They want to hear,
Next Time, Kiss Me First - 04 Aug 2008
Canada Free Press,A National Tire Fuel Efficiency Consumer Information Program to lecture consumers about the wisdom of their tire purchases and to influence them into making
The Price of Gas in China - 04 Aug 2008
Scientific AmericanAlthough Chinese law mandates that cars get at least 35 miles per gallon fuel efficiency, a level the US fleet won't reach until 2020, a large enough fleet
Senate 'Gang of 10,' House group try to break energy logjam - 04 Aug 2008
Oil & Gas Journal,...hybrid electric vehicles; and providing $500 million in funding for R&D into new materials and other innovations to increase vehicle fuel efficiency.
Consumers and cars mismatched, group says - 04 Aug 2008
United Press InternationalCooper said the automakers and the NHTSA failed to recognize early cues that US consumers were shifting their focus to fuel efficiency.
China car owners cut driving times, delay purchases on high fuel ... - 04 Aug 2008
�富財經,Japanese brand because of perceptions of better fuel efficiency, while nearly 90 pct said they expect gasoline prices to rise again before the end of 2008.
Lawmakers back boost for alternative fuel research - 04 Aug 2008
DetNews.com,...$500 million for research and development of new materials and other innovations to improve vehicle fuel efficiency and $2.5 billion to research the
Industry SUV sales up 13.2%, says Toyota - 04 Aug 2008
The Age,..."However, families and other SUV buyers are focused on requirements such as space, comfort, performance and reliability - as well as fuel efficiency.
Nation world leader in renewable energy, says eco-group - 04 Aug 2008
China Daily,The Climate Group highlights China's fuel efficiency standards for cars, too, which are 40 percent higher than those in the US. Biofuel production is also
Needed: Third row seating AND fuel economy - 04 Aug 2008
Fort Worth Star Telegram,Fuel efficiency is one of the key attributes of most Kia vehicles, and helps add to the value equation. Kia vehicles usually are priced below their Japanese
School system seeks okay for bus fuel project - 04 Aug 2008
Clarke Times Courier,...several county school buses could become part of an experiment – and a model for other school districts – to increase fuel efficiency.
GM Reports 235184 Deliveries in July - 04 Aug 2008
istockAnalyst.com,..."We're working hard to change perceptions and gain awareness of GM as the leader in advanced propulsion technology and fuel efficiency," LaNeve added.
Boeing Next-Generation 737 Carbon Brakes Earn FAA Certification - 04 Aug 2008
MarketWatch...drag- and emissions-reducing Blended Winglets (wing tip extensions) to improve operating and fuel efficiency simultaneously on its Next-Generation 737s.
Economy drives down vehicle replacements - 04 Aug 2008
Stuff.co.nz,...but, said Biddle, a five to 10-year-old car should not lose too much in the way of fuel efficiency as it aged, provided it was well-maintained.
Police drivers told to save fuel - 04 Aug 2008
Northamptonshire Evening Telegraph,Trust recommends drivers should avoid revving unnecessarily, drive smoothly and avoid sharp acceleration and heavy braking to improve fuel efficiency.
Software tools make automotive control-system design engineers ... - 04 Aug 2008
Embedded.com,...and battery charge; and multiple requirements such as maintaining the battery state of charge and optimizing fuel efficiency and performance,
British Airways Earnings Socked By Oil, Plans to Give Fuel ... - Aug 3, 2008
JauntedIt also makes the 2010 delivery of BA's six new Boeing 777-300ERs all the more crucial, as they represent a 23% improvement in fuel efficiency compared with
Lexus hybrid offers luxury, fuel efficiency and power - plus a ... - Jul 31, 2008
San Francisco Chronicle,Toyota is a pretty cautious company. It doesn't go out on some zany creative limb like, say, Mazda, with its RX-series rotary-engine cars.
Quebecers lead the pack for vehicle fuel efficiency - Jul 29, 2008
The Gazette (Montreal),Desrosiers merged the census data with Transport Canada's fuel efficiency guide. He performed this analysis for Canada's 25 largest census metropolitan
Boeing Delivers first 777-300ER with fuel-efficiency enhancements ... - Aug 1, 2008
Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (press release),A 1.4 percent improvement in fuel efficiency on this airplane equates to an annual jet-fuel savings of approximately 200000 gallons (757000 liters).
Pro-fuel efficiency and anti-Musgrave groups unite in protest - Aug 1, 2008
Fort Collins Now,Musgrave’s hypocrisy when it comes to increasing fuel efficiency standards,� he said. In 2007, Musgrave co-sponsored a fuel efficiency bill that was
Cermet touts fuel efficiency findings - Aug 1, 2008
Fleet Owner (subscription)SAE Procedure J1321 testing showed more than a 2% improvement in fuel economy when a Cermet nanoparticle Ceramic Metal Conditioner was applied to the engine
Insist on fuel efficient cars - Aug 2, 2008
WA today,The previous federal government had a voluntary agreement with the car industry for vehicles made in Australia to achieve an average fuel efficiency of 6.8
Lightweight Urban Transit Bus Has Double The Fuel Efficiency Of ... - Jul 28, 2008
Science Daily (press release)Department of Energy have led to the commercialization of a lightweight urban transit bus with double the fuel efficiency of conventional hybrid buses.
Greater fuel efficiency leads regional airlines to reconsider the ... - Jul 28, 2008
MarketWatchBy Christopher Hinton, MarketWatch NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- A couple of years ago, Horizon Airlines decided that fueling jets to fly its passengers short
10 tips to save at the pump - Aug 3, 2008
La Vista Sun,Vehicle maintenance is key to keeping your car operating properly and getting the highest fuel efficiency. Checking your air filter and tire pressure will
Boeing executive: Oil prices demand jet efficiency - Jul 29, 2008
The Associated PressTinseth said fuel efficiency will be key. "We are very fortunate that across the board we are the world's most efficient aircraft," he told reporters.
Lightweight bus doubles fuel efficiency - Jul 31, 2008
Energy Efficiency News,Not only does the reduced weight mean better fuel efficiency, the bus also relies on a novel hybrid power system that uses primarily stored electrical
Navistar Offers Fuel-Efficiency Savings with New Aftermarket ... - Jul 23, 2008
FOXBusinessWARRENVILLE, Ill., Jul 23, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) ----Truck owners and fleets can reduce fuel usage, lower emissions and comply with new anti-idling laws with
Six ways you can improve your car's fuel efficiency - Jul 29, 2008
Rainy River Record,Let your engine breathe – Replacing a dirty, clogged air filter will go a long way in improving fuel efficiency. According to the United States’ federal
US auto trends cloud fuel efficiency rules - Jul 14, 2008
guardian.co.uk,...stampede from large sport utility vehicles and pickups have renewed calls for US regulators to consider more aggressive fuel efficiency standards.
Mich. businesses that aid fuel efficiency advancements could get ... - Jul 28, 2008
MSU State News,By Kelly House Supporters of a new bill that would offer a tax exemption to businesses that help improve vehicle fuel efficiency say it could attract new
MPG now! Automakers race to boost efficiency - Jul 25, 2008
CNET News,..."Aerodynamics is one of the best ways" to boost fuel efficiency, says Richard Gresens, Flex chief designer. "If I'm going to change something a little bit
New Ford targets fuel efficiency - Jul 22, 2008
BBC News,Over at Ford's diesel engine factory in Dagenham, they are responding to this desire for engines that deliver improved fuel efficiency. Five days a week,
Breaking down the formula for fuel efficiency - Jul 30, 2008
Denver Post,...by DP Opinion on July 30, 2008 Letter-writer Rod Roesch makes a common error by confusing gallons per hour with gallons per mile. At 80 mph, yes,
Fuel efficiency drives down cost of leasing gas sippers - Jul 30, 2008
Orlando Sentinel,We all know that the comparatively sudden shift toward gas-sipping vehicles has had an effect on new- and used-car values, so it stands to reason that the
Government blamed over fuel costs - Jul 27, 2008
BBC News,From next April road tax prices will be based on a car's fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions. The Panorama poll suggests that when choosing a car,
States should set fuel efficiency, McCain says - Jul 18, 2008
Detroit Free Press,John McCain said this morning that states should be able to determine their own fuel efficiency standards. The policy is strongly opposed by the domestic
RP motor show to highlight green cars, fuel efficiency - Jul 22, 2008
Inquirer.net,By Ma. Salve Duplito MANILA, Philippines –- Looking for cars that deliver “all that jazz for less gas�? How about the kind of wheels Filipinos could be
Fuel efficiency important to today's owners - Jul 12, 2008
Dallas Morning News,Yetts said fuel efficiency has become more of an issue for today's boaters. Luckily, the marine industry has responded. Modern outboards boast 35 to 40
Scuttling of fuel-efficiency bill baffles lawmaker - Jul 27, 2008
High Point Enterprise,We could require, under state law, that our cars achieve a certain level of fuel efficiency. It seemed like such a no-brainer to us," she said.
New Ricardo technology promises low cost and weight, high fuel ... - Jul 29, 2008
AutoCorse.it,As a part of its ambitious programme of automotive transmission concept development, Ricardo has unveiled a research prototype vehicle that demonstrates the
Farmers look for fuel efficiency at Wisconsin expo - Jul 16, 2008
Chicago Tribune,AP That's why booths at the 2008 Farm Technology Days this week are covered with signs touting "fuel economy" and "fuel efficiency." Dave and Wendy Meuer of
Con-way Inc. Achieves Highest Score for Fuel Efficiency and ... - Jul 10, 2008
FOXBusinessCon-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide Logistics, received the highest fuel efficiency and environmental performance score for 2007 from
Automakers must boost fuel-efficiency to survive - Jul 12, 2008
The Daily Yomiuri,Competition has become fierce among automakers to develop environment-friendly cars with high fuel-efficiency that cut carbon dioxide emissions.
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