Gas Prices Steer Buyers To Fuel-Efficient Cars

Gas Prices Steer Buyers To Fuel-Efficient Cars. Take a look at some of the more fuel-efficient cars that are available to you today. You can buy a new car and save money on gasoline.

(NAPSI)—With oil hovering around $100 per barrel and gasoline prices continuing to rise, more car buyers are interested in cars, trucks and utilities that offer fuel economy, especially those with EPA-certified ratings of 40 mpg or more.

To achieve this, car manufacturers are working to improve aerodynamics and fuel-saving technologies.

For example, Ford recently designed the PowerShift, a dry dual-clutch automatic transmission, six-speed automatic transmissions, electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) and EcoBoost engines that save on fuel with no compromise to driving excitement.

One of their newest cars is the Focus SFE, EPA certified at 40 mpg highway and 28 mpg city. Focus joins the 41-mpg-city Fusion Hybrid and 40-mpg-highway Fiesta in the 40-mpg-and-over club.

In addition, Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America, with its 41-mpg-city EPA-certified rating.

The arrival of the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine later this year in the Edge crossover and Explorer SUV will see two more nameplates join the best-in-class mpg club.

More of the company’s fuel economy stars include:

• Mustang V6: the first car in history to deliver the combination of 300-plus horsepower and more than 30 mpg.

• F-150: Its 302-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic deliver a best-in-class 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.

• Fiesta: The combination of a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter four-cylinder and available six-speed dual-clutch PowerShift automatic transmission delivers 40 mpg on the highway.

• Super Duty: The 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine delivers as much as 20 percent better fuel economy than the 6.4-liter it replaced.

• Edge: Edge delivers 19 mpg city and a best-in-class 27 mpg highway. The upcoming 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine in the 2012 Edge is expected to deliver even greater economy.

• Fusion Hybrid remains America’s most fuel-efficient midsize family sedan, topping the Toyota Camry Hybrid by 10 mpg in the city, according to the EPA.

• Escape Hybrid, Transit Connect, Ranger and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also lead their segments.

Car buyers will be paying close attention to mileage numbers in the near future and these efficient cars are likely to benefit from that trend.

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Top Fuel–efficient Driving Tips To Save On Gas

Top Fuel–efficient driving tips to save on gas with these fuel-efficient driving tips.

(NC)—Remember when it seemed unthinkable to have to pay $1/L of gas? Now, most of us would jump with happiness to see prices going back to these rates – or even lower.

Even if you have accepted the fact that you'll have to pay more to fill the tank, adopting some fuel–efficient habits could go a long way in leaving you with some extra dollars in your wallet, without cramping your lifestyle.

According to an Autos.ca survey on Fuel–Efficient Driving, high gas prices have motivated most Canadians to either adopt or consider adopting fuel–efficient driving. Among the ones willing to make an effort, 58% said they were willing to reduce unnecessary idling and 56% indicated being ready to drive more smoothly and evenly to reduce their gas consumption.

Proven fuel–efficient driving habits include:

• Moderating Speed

– Why rush? Respecting speed limits is not only safer, it will also reduce your gas consumption.

• Reducing Unnecessary Idling

– Turn–off the engine while waiting for more than 1–2 minutes. It's simple and will help you save on gas consumption with the added benefit of being more environment–friendly.

• Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure

– Check your tire pressure, especially before long trips.

• Avoiding Sudden Accelerations

– Smooth and even driving will not only help you save on gas, but will also reduce your stress level – and frustration from other drivers.

• Follow The Manufacturer's Suggested Vehicle Maintenance

– Change oil and air filters as directed by the manufacturer. Your vehicle will not only be more fuel–efficient, it will also reduce green–house gases.

• Reduce Vehicle Load

– Remove any unnecessary items in your vehicle, such as backpacks, strollers or sports equipment to avoid carrying unnecessary load – and de–clutter at the same time.

Doing It All At Once Shouldn't Be The Focus

– it's most important to start somewhere and add habits gradually as you grow more comfortable with them. More information on fuel–efficient driving habits or vehicles is available at www.autos.ca/auto–consumer–info.

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