A one percent fuel savings here, another percent there, and it all adds to big improvement in a vehicle’s miles-per-gallon. However, since today’s cars are already quite efficient, further…

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It’s no mystery why plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are so desired by consumers. The ability to drive on electric power only for extended periods is attractive to many, especially considering…

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You can decrease fuel use even in a gas guzzler by driving intelligently, that is, using ‘eco-driving’ techniques. That said, most people don’t have a clue how to go about this. Recognizing that hands…

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With over a year and 20,000 miles logged behind the wheel of the first generation of Ford Motor Company’s popular hybrid compact SUV, Green Car couldn’t wait to test the new-and-improved 2009 model….

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While in Hawaii, it’s not unusual to find us positioned strategically beneath an umbrella at the Tropics Beach Bar and Cafe, located along a relatively uncrowded stretch of Waikiki Beach on the island…

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With fuel economy on every car buyer’s mind, the transition to more environmentally conscious vehicles is becoming a reality. However, while fuel economy is a fundamental part of the ‘green’ car…

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1. Hydrogen Doesn’t Mean Just Fuel Cells
Most automakers are developing hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. However, BMW, as well as Ford and Mazda, are developing vehicles with conventional internal…

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Editor’s note: Andrew J. Littlefair is president and chief executive officer of Clean Energy Fuels Corp. (www.cleanenergyfuels.com), the largest provider of natural gas for transportation in the…

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Toggling down two gears in the six-speed Tiptronic transmission sets us up perfectly for the coming series of twists and turns as we navigate the winding road. It’s hard not to grin – precise steering…

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While a V-8 engine is great when you need maximum horsepower and torque, most of the time vehicles could get by with the output from a four-cylinder engine. The duty cycle of the typical internal…

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