The Blue Oval: All About Fuel Economy

Issue no. 004 02/2013

What Exactly is Fuel Economy Anyway? Fuel economy is a measurement of how efficiently a vehicle burns fuel. Generally speaking, fuel economy is calculated by the miles per gallon (mpg) or kilometers per liter (km/l) of fuel that a vehicle consumes. The more distance per tank of fuel, the better the fuel economy. There are a variety of factors that can affect fuel economy and, with a few changes in driving habits, more time can be spent behind the wheel and less time at the pump. Losing weight, not running in place and being kind to your vehicle are just a few examples. What the heck are we telling you to loose weight for? Well... Click HERE to find out. Ford for the Future Gas prices are rising, wallets are shrinking and people are looking for ways to save. Ford knows this and has dedicated itself to become the leader in fuel-economy. Not only has Ford featured 12 vehicles with best-in-class fuel economy (more than any manufacturer) which included four models that achieve at least 40 mpg, but Ford has pledged that each new product Ford puts out will be the leader or among the leaders in fuel economy. Ford approaches its pursuit of improved fuel economy step by step, focusing on main points like; weight reduction, energy management, mechanical improvement, aerodynamics refinement, system optimization and electrification. Click below to see exactly how these points can help improve fuel economy. Click to learn more »

Car App of the Month: Fuel Consumption Gas Cubby- Fuel Economy and Service Log Why we like it: Both of these apps allow you to track your fuel mileage and output by inputing data. Gas Cubby focuses on tracking gas milages and vehicle maintenance by allowing you to keep track of service on your vehicle. Fuel Consumption comes equipped with in-depth graphs and statistics along with an editable database and uses GPS for tracking fuel output and other factors. Either would be a great addition to help fuel economy and both come in a free version. What are the top fuel efficient vehicles out there? Ford models like the Cmax, Fusion and Focus are at the top of their class in fuel economy. Other models like the new Escape, the Edge and even F-150s come available with eco-boost engines that will save you miles on the gallon. Click below to check them out in further detail. Click me! » FAQ Q: Where does the energy from the fuel go in my vehicle? Click here for answer »

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