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Here’s How Much Range These Popular EVs Lose In The Cold

No matter what type of car you drive, cold weather means the fuel efficiency will go down. In the case of combustion cars, the fuel consumption will go up because cold air is denser than warm air, and because the fluids are colder, which leads to increased friction.

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The best new hybrid cars & trucks under $40K

These are the 10 best-rated 2024 hybrids with base prices under $40k, ranked by overall Consumer Reports score, which takes both road tests and driver satisfaction into account.

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Gap in Albanese government’s new fuel efficiency rules means ‘biggest, dirtiest polluters’ exempt

New vehicle efficiency standards (NVES) will not apply to at least four large vehicles, source says

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Flying-Vs and longer wings: how the familiar shape of passenger planes is about to change

Urgent search for better fuel efficiency to cut emissions is driving radical innovation in aircraft design

The Guardian - UK

Toyota Prius Goes Coast-To-Coast: Sets Fuel Efficiency Record

A hypermiler drove a Toyota Prius from Los Angeles to New York City, setting the record for the lowest fuel consumption for a coast-to-coast drive.

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6 Smart Tips for Buying a Brand New SUV on Any Budget

According to a report, almost one in two cars sold in the United Arab Emirates are sport utility vehicles. This highlights the popularity of this type of vehicle in the country.

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The longest-lasting car models (200k+ miles) according to Consumer Reports

Safety and fuel efficiency tend to be the most important factors to car shoppers, but longevity is equally important for those seeking a vehicle they can rely on for years. These are the longest-lasting vehicles according to survey data from Consumer Reports members.

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Top Hybrid Sedans Under ,000 For Budget-Conscious Buyers

Explore top hybrid sedans under ,000 for fuel efficiency and eco-friendly driving. Choose from Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Prius, Camry, Sonata, Honda Accor...

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At last, Australia has fuel efficiency standards – but they’re weaker than they could have been

After decades of debate and no action, Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard has finally passed federal parliament. It will apply to new cars sold from July next year.

The Conversation

Labor and Greens gag debate on fuel efficiency standards in deal on offshore gas bill

Procedural moves outrage Coalition, independent MPs and senator David Pocock, who says government ‘selling us out’

The Guardian - AU

Car companies spending up on ads for SUVs despite Australia’s new fuel efficiency standards

Advertising expenditure on the large, highly polluting vehicles leapt by 29% between 2022 and 2023

The Guardian - AU

‘Green spin is just a joke’: Qantas pilots rail against airline’s greenwashing tactics

Pilots at the airline tell Crikey that outsourcing, poor aircraft and route management, and prioritising profit over saving fuel have undone efforts to improve fuel efficiency.

Crikey

Car prices won't spike under new efficiency standards

Australians won't be stung with higher car prices as a result of new fuel efficiency standards put forward by the Albanese government.

AAP

Afternoon Update: Labor unveils fuel efficiency standard; Crown keeps Melbourne casino licence; and Diddy’s properties raided

Changes to the bill ease the rules for a raft of Australia’s most popular SUVs

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Steep discounts needed to buoy EV sales, cut emissions

If Australia wants to buoy electric vehicles sales and reduce emissions, the price of EVs must be slashed, the nation's peak motoring body says.

AAP

Labor open to 'sensible' changes to fuel standards

The Albanese government will consider "good faith" suggestions for its proposed fuel efficiency standards, according to Energy Minister Chris Bowen.

The Guardian - AU

Anthony Albanese flatly denies claim Thai PM asked for slowing of fuel efficiency standards

According to Thai government Srettha Thavisin asked for new standards to be gradually implemented to protect exports

AAP

Bowen's plea for car makers ahead of fuel standards

The energy minister has urged car makers to act in good faith ahead of talks on new fuel efficiency standards.

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The Guardian - AU

Cars sold in Australia in 2023 emitted as much CO2 as 156 coalmines, analysis shows

Finding comes as public consultation for proposed fuel efficiency standard closes, with advocates warning of loophole for SUVs

AAP

Fuel standard supporters slam talk of ute price spike

Claims a fuel efficiency standard will force up the price of popular utes and SUVs have been rejected by climate and vehicle groups as misleading.

The Guardian - AU

Labor’s fuel efficiency standards mean all new cars could be EVs by 2035, industry group says

Experts say Albanese government plan should provide a greater choice of electric cars but Coalition calls savings claims a ‘lie’

The Guardian - AU

Fuel efficiency standards: Labor unveils proposal, highlighting petrol savings of $1,000 a year for motorists

Coalition-led scare campaign predicted for plan to place yearly cap on emissions for new cars sold in Australia

The Guardian - AU

‘Paying too much’: what could you save on your holiday road trip if Australia had fuel-efficiency standards?

Climate Council finds average Australian car needs more petrol to travel same distance as more efficient models common overseas

The Canberra Times

Switching to an EV could save Canberrans hundreds on their next road trip

Researchers say drivers are avoiding road trips due to petrol costs.

The Guardian - AU

Utes and SUVs make up entire top 10 in record year of new car sales in Australia

The Ford Ranger usurped Toyota’s HiLux as the most sold car model, while battery EVs accounted for 7.2% of sales

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