News By Topic: Fuel Economy

2013 Honda Crosstour Now Offers Class-Leading Fuel Efficiency, More V-6 Power, Refined Styling, Enhanced Visibility and New Lower Base Price

Nov 15, 2012

The 2013 Honda Crosstour goes on sale November 20, 2012, with pricing beginning at $27,230 -- a starting MSRP $525 lower than in 2012. Receiving extensive updates, the 2013 Honda Crosstour introduces more purposeful exterior styling, significant upgrades to the interior design and materials, and a more powerful, fuel-e ... Continue reading

Hertz On Demand Introduces Electric Vehicles In San Antonio

Nov 15, 2012

The Hertz Corporation today announced the expansion of its car sharing program, Hertz On Demand, in San Antonio with the introduction of a Nissan Leaf electric vehicle and the addition of seven parking locations throughout downtown San Antonio. "We've enjoyed a successful partnership with the City of San Antonio, seein ... Continue reading

Linde Teams with Customer to Successfully Demonstrate Its LNG Mobile Fueling Unit

Nov 15, 2012

-Linde North America, today reported a successful trial of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) mobile fueling unit. The Linde mobile fueler allows customers to test the feasibility of using LNG as an alternative to fuels such as diesel. Linde worked with C Cross Transportation, a Mississippi-based hauler with a fleet of mo ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.15.2012

Nov 15, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

Consumer Interest in Electric Vehicles has Declined Since 2010, According to New Pike Research Survey

Nov 14, 2012

With the first commercial launches in 2010, plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) have grown significantly in volume, with many auto manufacturers adding new models to their fleets. In the United States, sales of PEVs are expected to reach nearly 48,000 in 2012 and to surpass 400,000 vehicles annually by 2020. However, acco ... Continue reading

SAE International Announces Vehicle Electrification Program: Certificate and Certifications

Nov 14, 2012

SAE International is introducing a personnel certification program that enables engineers, product development technicians, and other associated personnel to earn a certificate of competency or certification in the area of vehicle electrification (VE). Through a process that engaged a group of auto industry subject mat ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.14.2012

Nov 14, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.13.2012

Nov 13, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

Navy Exchange in Bethesda Electrifies New LEED Gold Certified Store With ChargePoint Stations for Electric Vehicles

Nov 13, 2012

ChargePoint today announced that the Navy Exchange is providing electric vehicle charging services through ChargePoint at its new LEED Gold certified store in Bethesda, MD. The new $52.8 million facility is designed to serve military families including those at Walter Reed National Military Hospital. A 2-level parking ... Continue reading

AAA Northern California, Nevada, and Utah Names Flyers Energy Preferred Fuel Supplier

Nov 12, 2012

AAA Northern California, Nevada & Utah (AAA NCNU) has named Auburn-based Flyers Energy as the preferred supplier of fuel for their emergency roadside service providers in Northern California, Nevada and Utah for 2013. About 280 companies are contracted to provide emergency roadside service to AAA NCNU members. "Providi ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.12.2012

Nov 12, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

2012 Electric Vehicle Ownership Experience Study

Nov 11, 2012

Westlake Village CA November 8, 2012; J.D. Power and Associates Reports:To Increase Electric Vehicle (EV) Sales, Automakers Must Address Economic Challenges, Not Just Tout Environmental Advantages Lower Fuel Bills and Special Rates from Utility Companies Are among Ways Electric Vehicles Owners May Save Money WESTLAKE V ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.11.2012

Nov 11, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

Fuel Prices - Fuel Prices - Regular Gas 11.10.2012

Nov 10, 2012

<p>Regular Gas</p> <p> Current Avg. $3.810</p> Yesterday Avg.$3.813</p> Week Ago Avg. $3.789</p> Month Ago Avg.$3.858</p> Year Ago Avg. Current Avg. $3.810p ... Continue reading

Ford eNews -- Week of Nov. 10, 2012

Nov 10, 2012

Ford C-MAX Hybrid outsells Toyota Prius v right out of the gate‚ The new Ford C-MAX Hybrid-- America's most fuel-efficient and affordable hybrid utility -- is now the best-selling hybrid utility vehicle after outselling Toyota Prius v, 3,182 units to 2,769, in just its first full month of sales. Ford achieves landmark ... Continue reading