car guide Fuel Efficiency Discovery Drive »   facebook share0 Tweet Fuel Efficiency   Fuel efficiency now plays a huge role in the car buying process. In this section you'll find everything you need to know about fuel efficiency.   5 Things You Need to Know About Fuel Efficiency Just like there are efficient ways to run your life, you car can be impacted by efficiency.   5 Things You Need to Know About Fuel Additives A few bucks spent in the fuel additives aisle can save some money in car maintenance.   Do any fuel efficiency devices really work? Fuel-efficiency devices do not increase the miles per gallon (kilometers per liter) that your vehicle can achieve.   Will foreign oil dependence end anytime soon? Our path to independence involves long-term investments in new technology and infrastructure.   What is Corporate Average Fuel Economy? Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards are getting tighter and tighter.   How is emissions testing related to fuel efficiency? Not only is emissions testing better for the environment, it's also better for your bank account.   How to Get the Best MPG Out of a Hybrid Car Many factors influence a hybrid's level of fuel efficiency.   Top 5 Fuel-Efficient Luxury Vehicles Are you an auto aficionado looking to go green without sacrificing street cred? Top 5 Little-Known Fuel Efficiency Factors Why not try a few easy, but lesser-known fuel efficiency enhancers?   How does your transmission affect MPG? The fewer times your crankshaft rotates per mile, the more miles you'll get per gallon.   Does stop-start technology wear engines down? If you live anywhere near a city, you know that a large percentage of your time behind the wheel is spent waiting.   Are some brands of gasoline more efficient? Companies spend millions hoping to convince you to top off your tank with their specific fuel blends.   How are fuel efficiency ratings calculated? How exactly do manufacturers come up with fuel efficiency numbers?   How do air filters affect fuel efficiency? Replacing the filter regularly can definitely improve your car's overall performance   Does your oil filter affect fuel efficiency? By keeping your oil and filter cleaned, you're improving your fuel efficiency.   facebook share0 Tweet stumbleupon share digg share reddit share

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