fuel economy

noun

: use of less fuel

cars with better fuel economy

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Building the Bedrock upon the Ford F-550 foundation further improves the possibility for any regular servicing just about anywhere, though the engine may struggle to cope with lower-quality diesel in other countries (and expect fuel economy in the mid-single digits while highway cruising). —Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2025

The result: an EPA city/highway fuel economy estimate 9% better than the Ford Ranger, the other new midsize to hit the market and a competitor for truck of the year. —Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 2 Jan. 2025

In 2019, California and 22 other states sued his administration for revoking its ability to set standards for greenhouse gas emission and fuel economy standards for vehicles, The Associated Press reported. —Mirna Alsharif, NBC News, 25 Nov. 2024

Using a heater at 20 degrees resulted in a 41% decrease in driving range and a 39% decrease in fuel economy, AAA found. —Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024