Category Archives: Mileage

Determining the average miles per year for a car depends on who’s asking. One answer relates to standard mileage allowances for leases, warranties, and determining the value of a used car. Another answer, however, applies to the question of how many miles an average car is actually driven annually.

Vehicle leases are built around an annual mileage allowance. Most leases are structured around an annual allowance of 12,000 miles. Exceeding this annual mileage limit results in additional costs; usually in the ballpark of $.10 per mile. Auto warranties are also built around an average of 12,000 miles per year. For example, a warranty might be good for 3 years/36,000 miles or 5 years/60,000 miles.

The 12,000 miles per year standard also applies when… Continue Reading…

When considering gas mileage, vehicles are spread all across the board. Some go extremely far on a tank of gas; Others crawl a few thousand feet. A single good gas mileage number for all vehicles can’t be determined, however, because all automobiles serve different purposes. Cars, trucks, and SUVs are used for plenty of different things. Not all vehicles have the same capabilities as other types. Obviously, everything the vehicle is used for affects gas mileage, but good fuel economy for each type can be generalized.

Cars

Typically used to transport only one to four people, cars generally get the best gas mileage because they aren’t really meant to haul trailers, off-road, or transport tons of people and weight. 20 to 25 miles per gallon in the city and 30 to 35 miles on the highway are great numbers for a car. Aside from sports cars, most cars do achieve… Continue Reading…

Do you feel like you are pumping your entire paycheck into your car? As gas prices continue to rise, you might be searching for ways to save money at the pump. Some companies offer discounts, but there are other things you can do to increase your gas mileage and save money.

Maintenance

The most common thing that causes low gas mileage is poor vehicle maintenance. The first thing you can do to increase your gas mileage is change the oil in your automobile every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. By using the proper grade recommended for your car and using synthetic oil, you can make your gas mileage 12% better. Another recommendation is changing your spark plugs every 50,000 miles. Regularly replacing your air filters can improve your gas mileage by 10%. Also keep your tires properly inflated and change the engine coolant frequently.

At the Pump

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Until recently, SUVs attained rather low gas mileage ratings. Many were known as huge gas guzzlers and this was considered the trade-off for SUVs having similar properties to both cars and trucks. Nowadays, things have changed drastically. Many SUVs of today are able to run at over 25 miles per gallon, which can actually be better than many cars on the market.

*Good Gas Mileage for SUVs*

In general, an SUV that will drive more than 20 mpg combined on the city and highway is considered fuel efficient. Larger SUVs like the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Durango, and Chevy Tahoe won’t obtain these kinds of numbers, so small to mid-size SUVs are the most likely to be fuel efficient. In order to obtain great fuel efficiency, many SUVs feature hybrid models too.

For instance, the Honda CR-V runs at a combined 22 mpg and the Mazda CX-7 hits 23… Continue Reading…

Buying a used car can be tough because there are a lot of factors to incorporate in the selection process. One usually has a spending limit, a specific color and size in mind, let alone how many doors one wants. I know they say beggars can’t be choosers, but buying a used car is risky business. You never know who is being authentic with you and who is trying to scam you. One of the most important things to look out for when buying a used car is the gas mileage. This gives the customer insight on where a car has been and how long it is going to last. One should know how long they are expecting a car to last so that they know what type of car and how much mileage to look for. Used car hunting can lead one to ask themselves what good mileage really… Continue Reading…

The recent changes in our economy have made people reevaluate their spending habits and purchases. Many consumers are opting to buy used vehicles instead of having a large loan to deal with, in part due to instability in the job market. Buying a good used car can be an excellent choice if you purchase a vehicle that has certain qualities. Many used cars are in great shape and will last for many years and perform well. It all depends on the type of vehicle, the type of ownership, and of course, the mileage.

The type of vehicle is important. Things to look for are the condition of the body, the inside, how it runs and sounds, and if they have been any recalls on that particular model, and the recalls have been taken care of in time. In addition, American car parts are less expensive than foreign car parts –… Continue Reading…

Gasoline prices are on the rise and their is no apparent end in sight. It seems like every trip to the pump levies an increasingly large economic burden on our wallets. The average person doesn’t have to be at the mercy of the oil companies however. With a little preparation and forethought the average driver can learn how to reduce their overall fuel bill. Today, we are going to be discussing a few tips that will help you get a better handle on your fuel bill.

Step One: Find the Best Gas Prices

It may seem like a commonsense idea, but it is one that isn’t followed by most people. Prices vary greatly from station to station and an extra quarter mile drive can save you as much as ten cents a gallon.

Step Two: Keep Up on Car Maintenance

A vehicle that has been properly maintained not only runs… Continue Reading…

Due to soaring gas prices in today’s world, miles per gallon is an extremely important number for people when they go to purchase a new or used car. It’s becoming more and more expensive to drive a car that uses up tons of gas but doesn’t go very far on it, so people are turning to more fuel efficient cars. Despite what the sticker on the car says, actual gas mileage may vary based on plenty of different factors.

Take Care of What’s Under the Body of Your Vehicle

If parts of a vehicle aren’t maintained well enough, gas mileage starts to degrade rapidly. It’s important to take care of tires, change the oil, and replace old parts in a vehicle. Without the right amount of air, deflated tires can lead to a drop in mileage. The same goes for old oil – or a lack of it… Continue Reading…

SUVs are very popular for their size and versatility, although there’s no doubt they can be very expensive to both purchase and drive. Fortunately, SUVs are becoming more efficient and affordable than ever before, especially with the release of hybrid SUVs from popular car manufacturers. There are currently three vehicles that tie as the most fuel economic SUV available.

The Ford Escape Hybrid FWD is one of the top SUVs today that gets great gas mileage; according to tests, the Ford Escape Hybrid gets 34 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. This compares to the least gas efficient sports utility vehicles that get around 11 mpg. The 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid has an MSRP of $29,860 to $34,120, depending on the features you select, and can drive 435 miles on a single tank. The annual fuel cost to drive a 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid is currently $1,277.

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Fuel Economy Ratings Changed in 2008

The main issue that plagues truck buyers is the fact that fuel economy ratings are not real world ratings. Fuel economy ratings are done with a dynamometer which is a set of rollers that lets the truck sit in place while the meter turns the wheels. An adjustment is made on the drag of the rollers to simulate several different driving conditions, but these test never tell the real world story because every driver drives differently, and other real life conditions can impact fuel consumption.

In the 2008 the fuel tests changed. The EPA increased the simulated speed of the city driving test as well as the highway test. Before 2008 the average simulated city test speed was 20 miles an hour and the average highway test speed was 48 miles an hour, which certainly is not the average speed on the nation’s interstate… Continue Reading…

For the past few years, automakers have set their focus upon improving the fuel efficiency of cars. Rising fuel costs can be attributed to this shift. Since 2006 or so, many vehicles have been improved immensely with regards to fuel economy. Many cars now break the 30 miles per gallon mark, as do a handful of SUVs; Most of these vehicles are hybrid or electric to allow for such good fuel economy. By far, cars attain higher gas mileage numbers than do SUVs or trucks.

*The Most Fuel Efficient Car Available*

The Toyota Prius currently gets the best gas mileage of all cars, trucks, and SUVs. At 51 miles per gallon in the city and 48 miles per gallon on the highway, no other car comes close to comparing with the fuel economy of the Toyota Prius. It has a hybrid-electric engine that allows for such great gas mileage.… Continue Reading…

Gas mileage is an important issue for many car buyers. It’s getting to be even more crucial of an issue as years go by, what with all the hoopla of carbon credits, green living and sustainability. Your car’s mileage is important because it affects both the environment and, on a more personal level, the pocketbook.

The first place to look is the automaker’s official information. They will provide two figures for pretty much any car. If you’re shopping or a new car they’ll be readily available, but in some cases you might have to head to the company’s website or another site to find the EPA estimates. One number, the city mileage, will be considerably lower than the other. That’s normal. The highway mileage will be higher, because a car is much more efficient when cruising on the freeway at a steady speed. Urban driving, with all… Continue Reading…

Currently the car that has the best gas mileage would be the 2010 Toyota Prius. This car is in extreme high demand. This is because the 2010 Toyota Prius has managed to become affordable in two different ways. Not only is the gas mileage something that many people can enjoy, but the overall price of the car is very surprising as well. The city gas mileage for this car is at 51 miles per gallon and the highway gas mileage for this car is at 48 miles per gallon. The combined gas mileage for the 2010 Toyota Prius would be 50. There is no doubt that the gas mileage for this car is very affordable.

The 2010 Toyota Prius sports a 16-valve VVT-i engine that is 1.5 liters. This is a four-cylinder engine. It has a horsepower of 110. In addition, it can go from zero miles per… Continue Reading…

Because of the economy, many families need to reduce the amount of money that they spend on fuel. This can be difficult for many families. You need to get to work every day, the kids need to go to school, and you need to use your car to run errands. Fortunately, there are ways that you can save on fuel costs without giving up driving altogether. Not only will you save money on fuel, but you will also be doing your part to reduce pollution. Whether you want to reduce the amount of gas you use in order to save money or to help the environment, here are some ways that you can cut back on your fuel usage.

Consider A Hybrid Car

Hybrid cars use much less fuel than traditional vehicles. If you purchase a hybrid, you will use less fuel without having to make any lifestyle changes. One… Continue Reading…

In this day and age, automotive transportation is almost an imperative, especially in the bigger, more spread out cities. Unfortunately, the same problem has been plaguing U.S. Citizens for about half a decade now: obscene gas prices. The bad news is that it doesn’t seem as if gas prices will be lowered to reasonable numbers that we were accustomed to less than a decade ago. However, automobile manufacturers are taking fuel efficiency more seriously than before and realize how important that number is to customers when buying a new car. The result: a lot more cars being released that are far more fuel efficient than cars from earlier decades.

Toyota Prius IV

Nobody seems to know how to squeeze as much as possible from each gallon of gas more so than Toyota. The Prius is still atop the list of most fuel efficient cars for… Continue Reading…