fuel economy

Chevrolet bucks the fuel economy trend

The Camaro SS and V-6 models will be getting worse fuel economy than their 2018 model year counterparts.…

Peugeot to add plug-in hybrid electric version to its 508 range

The new model will offer top-of-the-range performance and a limited electric-only capability for the 508's sporty GT trim.…

Roadtrip hacks: How your driving habits can help save fuel

The long holidays are just around the corner. Are you planning on a roadtrip with family and friends soon? Finally, you are getting away to relax and unwind, but you also want to make sure that your…

Japan: Mitsubishi cheated on mileage by up to 16%

TOKYO— The Japanese government said Tuesday that Mitsubishi Motors Corp. overstated mileage on its vehicles by up to 16 percent, but stopped short of slapping further penalties on the company. The Transport Ministry said the figure came…

Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors finds falsified fuel mileage tests

TOKYO— Mitsubishi Motors Corp. says it found evidence its employees falsified fuel mileage test data for several models of vehicles. The announcement was made in April. The maker of the eK wagon and Outlander sports-utility vehicle said…

Tips for a safer, more efficient drive

LONG weekends and summer drives are here. And chances are, you’ll be spending more time on the road. To make your journey more efficient, safe and enjoyable, here are some tips from Volvo to maximize fuel efficiency…

VW’s eco runs highlight cars’ superb fuel efficiency

MANILA, Philippines–At the conclusion of Volkswagen Philippines’ first fuel economy run held last October, three of the German automaker’s featured vehicles posted superb fuel-efficiency mark: a manual Jetta sedan, powered by a 2-liter turbodiesel engine, got a…

Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2014 kicks off in Rizal Park; Estrada leads flag-off

Over 100 student teams from 15 countries across Asia and the Middle East take sustainability to the streets of Manila as they showcase their fuel efficient innovations in Shell’s biggest mobility competition, Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2014. Manila…

Shell launches 2014 Eco-Marathon, to be held in Manila

The Shell Eco-marathon is an annual event pitting students from all around the world against each other in an engineering and design challenge. Their challenge: compete in energy efficient vehicles of their own design and build them…

Manila to host Shell Eco-marathon Asia 2014

MANILA, Philippines – More than 150 student teams from 16 countries across Asia and the Middle East are preparing to hit the streets of Manila, Philippines in February 2014 to compete in the fifth annual Shell Eco-marathon…