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[Autoblog] Ford claims biggest five-year fuel economy improvement among major ...: "While we are implementing our near-, mid- and long-term plans, we are continuing to achieve efficiencies throughout the vehicle in areas that can quickly lead to fuel economy improvement today," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford's group vice president of Global Product Development. "Whether we're reducing wind drag, eliminating engine-driven power steering pumps or switching to low-friction engine oil, this attention to every detail and these small improvements collectively deliver significant fuel economy gains for our customers."

[Young man Blog] FORD LEADS THE INDUSTRY ON FUEL ECONOMY IMPROVEMENT, DRIVEN BY ...: Ford credits its recent gains in fuel economy in part to its introduction of the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids and numerous incremental aerodynamic, mechanical, energy management and weight-saving improvements across its vehicle lineup. Going forward, it expects the 2009 introduction of the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrids and its fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines to further improve its fleet-wide fuel economy.

[CleanMPG.com - News Feed] EPA states Ford leads the industry in FE improvements over the ...: Ford recent gains in fuel economy are in part due to the introduction of the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids plus numerous incremental aerodynamic, mechanical, energy management and weight-saving improvements across its entire vehicle lineup. The introduction of the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrids, the upcoming Fiesta and next generation of vehicles including the 2012 Focus equipped with EcoBoost engines will further improve its fleet-wide fuel economy.

[Bargain Cars, Vans] 2006 FORD FOCUS LX TDCI 1.8 diesel @ Focus | Bargain Cars, Vans: Driver Convenience PAS Rear wiper Trip computer Interior Features Air conditioning Folding rear seats Front electric windows Front head restraints Rear headrests Steering wheel rake adjustment Steering wheel reach adjustment Safety 3×3 point rear seat belts ABS Drivers airbag Passenger airbag Side airbags Security Immobiliser Remote central locking Exterior Features Body coloured bumpers Electric door mirrors Front fog lights Heated door mirrors Entertainment CD player Standard Specification Description

[Autoblog] Ford shows retouched Galaxy, S-Max with EcoBoost power ahead of ...: Engineered to deliver refined performance and low cost of ownership, these new Duratorq TDCi engines also deliver impressive combined fuel economy and CO2 performance. With a consumption of 49.5mpg* and an average CO2 emission of 152g/km, the new S-MAX and Galaxy, with six-speed manual transmission, prove that it is possible to combine driving fun and compelling performance with high efficiency.

[NetCarShow.com Updates] Ford Galaxy (2011) with pictures and wallpapers: Engineered to deliver refined performance and low cost of ownership, these new Duratorq TDCi engines also deliver impressive combined fuel economy and CO2 performance. With a consumption of 5.7 l/100 km (49.5 mpg) and an average CO2 emission of 152 g/km, the new S-MAX and Galaxy, with six-speed manual transmission, prove that it is possible to combine driving fun and compelling performance with high efficiency.

[Cars UK | UK Car News] Ford Galaxy 2010 and Ford S-Max 2010 Press Release | Cars UK | UK ...: Jörg Beyer, Ford of Europe’s Vehicle Line Director for Large and Luxury Vehicles said: “The sheer number of Ford milestones we have delivered with the new S-MAX and Galaxy, in terms of vehicle design, powertrain technology and features, is big enough to make you think they are all-new vehicles. Our European Ford flagships deserve this treatment - and we are convinced that our customers will appreciate it.”

[CarMK.com] Ford claims biggest five-year fuel economy improvement among major ...: Ford credits its recent gains in fuel economy in part to its introduction of the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner hybrids and numerous incremental aerodynamic, mechanical, energy management and weight-saving improvements across its vehicle lineup. Going forward, it expects the 2009 introduction of the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan hybrids and its fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines to further improve its fleet-wide fuel economy.

[Auto and Racing News] Auto and Racing News » Blog Archive » 2010 Ford Focus ECOnetic: The reduction in energy consumption is combined with the efficiency of the Ford Focus electro-hydraulic EHPAS steering system and underlines the fact that seemingly minor changes can produce a major fuel consumption benefit. By re- calibrating the no-load performance of the .

[drive blog] drive blog: Is the hybrid Camry just a photo opportunity?: Batteries - TMCA have been using the NiMH batteries successfully, with no issue, no problems, no wear and tear issues or complaints, no "memory" problems, and at a relatively decent price - (right now, to replace a Hybrid battery its $3,100 fitted from a dealer - yes, expensive compared to a "normal" battery - but your "normal" battery does not propel a 1.5t vehicle does it? and being that general suburban and city operation, the petrol engine is designed to be off 48% of the time - it means less wear and tear on the 1.5L, (old prius) 1.8L (new prius) and 2.4L (camry) petrol engines - these ALREADY are very toned back engines and you would be hard pressed to find ANY ongoing issues with these engines (yaris, corolla, normal camry) - so the only REAL "perishable" if you want to call it - is the Hybrid High Voltage battery - and with an expected life of 10-15 years - and warrantied for 8 years - it is a non-event also (only 3 batteries replaced in 8 years in australia - all in cabvs, and all over 380k on the clock...)

[Car Advice | News Blog] Nissan Patrol Review & Road Test : Car Advice | News Blog: It's slower than it should be, is heavy on fuel and offers light steering feel with a complete lack of tactility on-centre. But if you're looking for a tough, dedicated and simple machine off-road then from just $51630*, Patrol might just tick all the ... 0-100km/h: 14.9 seconds; CO2 Emissions: 313g/km; Fuel Consumption: 11.8L/100km (ADR); Fuel Consumption: 15.6L/100km (As Tested); Fuel Tank Capacity: 95L (Main) / 30L (Sub); Fuel Type: Diesel; ANCAP Rating: Three-Star ...

[Ford News Blog] Ford freshens up MY2011 Galaxy & S-Max”¦ « Ford News Blog: Engineered to deliver refined performance and low cost of ownership, these new Duratorq TDCi engines also deliver impressive combined fuel economy and CO2 performance. With a consumption of 49.5mpg* (4.75l/100km) and an average CO2 emission of 152g/km, the new S-MAX and Galaxy, with six-speed manual transmission, prove that it is possible to combine driving fun and compelling performance with high efficiency.

[Car Advice | News Blog] Holden Commodore Omega Review & Road Test : Car Advice | News Blog: In a bid to reduce fuel consumption, Holden has also fitted low rolling resistance tyres to the Omega, helping reduce the fuel consumption from the MY9.5's 10.6L/100km to an impressive 9.3L/100km. The interior also remains identical to the outgoing Omega.

[Carguide Blog] Ford Fiesta 2011 is Coming to the States by June 2010 | Carguide Blog: The Ford Fiesta is a small little car with ergonomic space interior design.  It it well like so far in Europe for not only of its compact size but also a gas-saver too.  The Fiesta is the production version of the Verve Concept Car. It comes in various body styles to appeal to each territory of the globe.  Each Verve Concept was the hit of last year’s Frankfurt and Guangzhou auto shows and this year’s North American.  So far Ford has created something unique globally, the Ford Fiesta will be the first world standard for small car quality, design and comfort in a vehicle made by Ford.  Not only it is good to look at but also fun to drive, lets not forget gas saver.

[CleanMPG.com - News Feed] More 2010 Ford Focus ECOnetic details - CleanMPG Forums: A further measure to reduce friction continued from the original Focus ECOnetic is the use of low-viscosity transmission oil developed by Ford's energy partner BP. The benefits of using this oil on Focus ECOnetic were immediately clear, so Ford subsequently introduced it as the standard transmission oil for all of the company's core C- and CD-segment passenger cars fitted with manual transmission and dual-mass flywheel.

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