Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Despite all of those tangibles, fuel economy is still only an estimate. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why your vehicle’s actual fuel economy may not add up to the advertised fuel estimates. We all know that city driving lowers fuel economy. The weather will rob your fuel economy as well. Maintenance.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 24, 2012
However, buying a new car isn’t in the cards for me right now, so I have to make due with the one I have. Automobiles cause 51 percent of the carbon monoxide pollution in the air, so it’s important to do what we can to make our cars a little less dirty whenever possible. Follow the instructions in your car’s manual.
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Prairie Eco-Thrifter
APRIL 15, 2011
But due to the improving economy and chaos in the Middle East, the price of oil is quickly climbing back up. Passenger Car – 2.302 MJ per passenger-kilometer. passengers in the car (I’m scared to ask how you put 0.57 of a person in a car!). Who would have thought it would be so similar to passenger cars?!
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 10, 2012
In fact, due to driver demand, car manufacturers are providing drivers with easy-to-use tools that measure driving efficiency. However, none of these tools will help drivers that intentionally or unintentionally sabotage their own fuel economy. Maintaining Your Car Properly. Proven Tips to Increase Gas Mileage. Shift Sooner.
Saving With Shellie
OCTOBER 11, 2012
The EPA Fuel Economy Estimates for the Mazda 3i Grand Touring are 28 MPG for city driving and 40 MPG for highway driving. I actually was getting a little bit higher on the highway but there was zero traffic on my way home and I had it on cruise control the whole way. If you are looking for a gas sipper, this car is really incredible.
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