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Fuel Consumption
 Websites presented in alphabetical order AAA Fuel Cost Calculator 
 This site presents gasoline price averages for eight regions of the United States: New England, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Great Lakes, Southwest, Midwest, Mountain West, and the Pacific Coast. Offers an online calculator that allows users to enter their starting city, destination, and vehicle information (for newer car models) to determine fuel cost, miles, and gallons used. Fuel price data is provided by the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS). From the American Automobile Association (AAA). http://www.fuelcostcalculator.com Topics: Automobiles, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Oil & Gas Last updated Mar 8, 2005 Analyst: Big Three Still Lag on Fuel Efficiency
This June 2008 article and accompanying radio program discusses how Detroit's Big Three automakers (Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors) have not anticipated the need for more fuel efficient cars as well as Japanese car companies have. The article notes that "American manufacturers are making more fuel-efficient cars overseas than they are selling here." Also describes planned U.S. innovation such as the Chevy Volt (a gas/electric hybrid plug-in). From National Public Radio (NPR). http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=91371638 Topics: Automobiles, Industries Last updated Nov 26, 2008 Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE)
"First enacted by Congress in 1975 [following the oil embargo], the purpose of CAFE is to reduce energy consumption by increasing the fuel economy of cars and light trucks. Regulating CAFE is the responsibility of NHTSA and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)." The site provides information about fuel economy programs and domestic, imported (European and Asian), and historical passenger cars and other passenger vehicles. From the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/menuitem.d0b5a45b55bfbe582f57529cdba046a0/ Topics: Automobiles, Oil & Gas Last updated Dec 7, 2005 Driving Tips: We Test the Tips: What Really Saves Gas? And How Much?
This article describes how changing your driving habits may result in substantial fuel economy improvements. Driving tips were tested "over a remote 55-mile route in the high desert of California." Tests with significant fuel savings included moderate instead of aggressive driving, lowering high speeds, using cruise control, and limiting excessive idling. Proper tire pressure and not using air conditioning did not result in significant fuel savings. From a company that produces car-pricing guides. http://www.edmunds.com/advice/fueleconomy/articles/106842/article.html Topics: Automobiles Last updated Jan 11, 2007 The Edmunds Green Car Guide
This buying guide features articles on fuel-efficient cars, alternative fuels and new technologies (such as biodiesel, electric, and compressed natural gas), hybrid vehicles, improving gas mileage (covering "hypermilers," who try to beat the EPA average fuel economy ratings), and oil and gas prices. From Edmunds, producers of consumer automotive information. http://www.edmunds.com/fueleconomy/ Topics: Automobiles Last updated Aug 9, 2008 Fueleconomy.gov
The heart of this site is the "Find and Compare Cars" database, with miles-per-gallon numbers for vehicles from 1985 to the present. Includes a gasoline price page with links to national and regional fuel price information, information on vehicle safety ratings and air pollution, gas mileage tips, and material on hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Also find the most current model year "Fuel Economy Guide." From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). http://www.fueleconomy.gov/ Topics: Automobiles, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Energy, Environment, Oil & Gas Last updated May 12, 2008 Green Vehicle Guide
Written for consumers to help them choose environmentally friendly vehicles, this site "rates only environmental performance when the vehicle is in use" using emission levels and fuel economy values as criteria. Search or browse by vehicle name or type, or view the latest year's cars as a list. Included are related links, a FAQ, and information to help the consumer reduce air pollution. From the United States Environmental Protection Agency. http://www.epa.gov/emissweb/ Topics: Automobiles, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Oil & Gas, Pollution Last updated Dec 5, 2001 Guide to Driving Green
Collection of resources on reduced energy consumption for cars. Topics include best cars for fuel efficiency, cargo capacity vs. fuel efficiency, hybrid vehicles, alternative fuels (such as biodiesel and ethanol), hydrogen fuel-cell cars, and tips for saving gas. More detailed material only available to subscribers. From the website for Consumer Reports. http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/new-cars/resource-center/green-car-guide/green-car-guide.htm Topics: Automobiles Last updated Sep 3, 2008 The Pew Campaign for Fuel Efficiency
Website for a "public education campaign advocating greater fuel efficiency standards for the U.S. car and light truck fleets." In 2007, the campaign helped pass "the first increase in fuel efficiency standards for cars and light trucks in more than 30 years." Reasons to act include security, savings, safety, and less carbon dioxide. The "Background" section provides a history of fuel economy back to the 1970s. http://www.pewfuelefficiency.org/ Topics: Automobiles Last updated Nov 26, 2008 Popular Mechanics: Drive Green
Compilation of articles, video, and blog entries about energy-efficient driving and alternative fuel vehicles. Includes features on new technologies, test drives of new vehicles, analysis, tips, and related material. From the website for Popular Mechanics magazine. http://www.popularmechanics.com/drivegreen Topics: Automobiles Last updated Jun 10, 2008 Saving Money at the Gas Pump: Tips From the Federal Trade Commission
Click on the parts of a car to learn gas saving tips. Includes tips for the driver's seat, gas tank, steering wheel, trunk, tires, and under the hood. In English and Spanish. From the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/energysavings/savegas/flash.html Topics: Automobiles, Oil & Gas Last updated Sep 3, 2008 Science Reports: Alternative Fuels
News and features about alternative automotive fuels such as ethanol, natural gas, hydrogen, electric, and biodiesel. Includes reports, case studies, classroom materials, and interactive features such as "How Does Your Car Stack Up?" that considers carbon dioxide output and fuel costs. From the PBS Online NewsHour. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/indepth_coverage/science/alt_fuels/ Topics: Automobiles Last updated Jun 10, 2008 Top 10 Fun, MPG-Friendly Cars You Can't Buy in America -- Yet
This August 2008 article explains that "[r]ight now there are precious few cars that return exemplary fuel economy paired with a reasonable dollop of fun. But those lucky devils across the pond have just the cars we're looking for. Now all that's left is convincing manufacturers that we want these mighty mites on our shores." See photos and descriptions of cars available in Europe and made by Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Ford, and others. From Popular Mechanics. http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new_cars/4276559.html Topics: Automobiles Last updated Nov 17, 2008 |
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