Savings in safety: Lower speed raises gas mileage
Speeds above 50 mph can have a dramatic effect on your car's fuel economy, and your wallet. A recent study by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee suggests that...
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Switch to hybrid? Not so fast
For a gearhead and car enthusiast, making the leap to a hybrid can be uneasy. As an avid "Top Gear" fan, every time I contemplate the pros and cons of...
Rubber match: Why old tires get better mileage, and when eco tread is worth it
Justin Wages logs 30,000 to 35,000 miles per year in a Toyota Prius and keeps meticulous records of his gas mileage, so he will notice when he loses even 2...
2013 VW Jetta: Having a blast, on a budget
Competition has a way of raising the performance bar and the fun quotient. Volkswagen stepped up the game in the growing family of gas-electric hybrids with its 2013 Jetta Turbo...
Muscle gives nod to economy in 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Vehicles with reputations for performance are responding to the need for improved fuel efficiency. Jeep is offering a 3.0-liter turbo diesel in its 2014 Grand Cherokee, the same engine that...
Muscle gives nod to economy in 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Vehicles with reputations for performance are responding to the need for improved fuel efficiency. Jeep is offering a 3.0-liter turbo diesel in its 2014 Grand Cherokee, the same engine that...
Tune-ups move to low frequency
Are tune-ups a thing of the past? Well, sort of.Today's cars are equipped with robust systems that are electronically monitored for peak performance and fuel economy, says Roger Clark, senior...
Tune-ups move to low frequency
Are tune-ups a thing of the past? Well, sort of.Today's cars are equipped with robust systems that are electronically monitored for peak performance and fuel economy, says Roger Clark, senior...
Turn away from fuel-stealing habits
We all know some of the basics when it comes to fuel economy: stay home, join a carpool, ride your bike or walk, check your car tire pressure, combine errands,...
Should I buy an electric car?
Do you have a space at your home that is or could be fitted with a 120V or 240V charging station? Do you drive your car less than 60 miles...