fuel economy

Ford Fusion Now America’s Most Fuel Efficient Mid-Size Sedan

I just knew that this was coming some day soon. The Ford Fusion has been named the United States’ most fuel-efficient mid-sized sedan. And yes, this is for both the hybrid Ford Fusion and the conventional gasoline Ford Fusion models. The four-cylinder Ford Fusion S is now certified at 34 mpg highway and 23 mpg …

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RL Polk Says 10.5 Million Alternative Fuel Autos on Roads Today

According to 2006 sales data from R.L. Polk and Co., there are 10.5 million “Alternative Fuel Autos” on the roads today. And according to automakers, we’re all discovering the alternatives–2006 sales of “alternative fuel autos” are exceeding the automakers’ expectations by fifty percent. Currently manufacturers are offering 60 models of Alternative Fuel Automobiles for sale …

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Quantum Awarded Contract to Develop Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. (NASDAQ:QTWW) was awarded a $2.1 million contract by California’s South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) to develop and demonstrate plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Quantum will develop, manufacture, and deploy 20 Ford Escape PHEVs for demonstration in Southern California. Under this contract, Quantum will utilize its OEM system …

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EPA Tested Product Promises Improved Mileage and Reduced Emissions for Combustion Engines

VERTEX Inc. has recently announced a new product called the ECONOmizer Fuel Recovery Systemâ„¢, substantially improves mileage on gas and diesel powered engines ranging from passenger vehicles to commercial rigs. In June 2006, VERTEX Inc. began its quest to deliver the first warranty-friendly, mileage improving retrofit that possessed the necessary quality and functionality to satisfy …

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Fuel Saving Tips for Upcoming Holiday Travel

As the upcoming holiday travel months approach, Continental Warranty, one of the nation’s leading consumer-direct extended auto warranty companies, announces the addition of “Fuel Saving Tips” to its resource center on their website. Ever-vacillating gas prices mean SUVs and trucks take the brunt when traveling, yet drivers with any size of car can benefit from …

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Transducer Technologies Receives Funding from Chevron Technology Ventures for Hydrogen Quality Sensor Development

Transducer Technologies Inc., a Silicon Valley startup company making nanoelectronic sensors for industrial applications, has announced that it has entered a joint development with Chevron Technology Ventures LLC (CTV). The three year funding award by CTV will be used to develop a novel line of small, low cost sensors capable of measuring minute quantities of …

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Farmers Insurance Announces Hybrid Vehicle Discount

If you own a hybrid vehicle and you live in Kansas, then you’re in luck; you now can get a discount on your auto insurance from the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies. Farmer’s Insurance is the first U.S. insurer to offer an insurance discount to customers who own a hybrid or alternative fuel vehicle, and …

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