fuel economy

noun

: use of less fuel
cars with better fuel economy

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Toyota Prius Prime The Toyota Prius Prime is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) that combines excellent fuel economy with the flexibility of short-range electric-only driving. John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025 The most efficient EVs are designed with exceptional aerodynamics to improve fuel economy at higher speeds, and virtually all EV dashboards provide a reliable estimate of the vehicle’s remaining range that increases when the driver slows down. Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 19 Jan. 2025 So, unlike fitting a traditional all-terrain tire designed for a truck or heavier SUV, these won’t ruin a crossover’s fuel economy or create an unnecessarily harsh ride. Bryan Rogala, Outside Online, 30 Dec. 2024 Hybrids use a conventional gasoline engine as the primary source of power, with one or more electric motors augmenting the gas engine as needed to maximize acceleration and/or fuel economy. Jim Gorzelany, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fuel economy 

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“Fuel economy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20economy. Accessed 31 Jan. 2025.

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