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Gas Mileage Factors

Winter Driving and Gas Mileage

Winter Driving and Gas Mileage

On cold winter days, all vehicles, machines (and people) get less mileage to the gallon. Hybrids drivers care about fuel economy, and will notice the difference more than others.

Air Conditioning and Hybrid Mileage

Testing from the Idaho National Laboratory revealed that the use of air conditioning has a dramatic impact on hybrid fuel economy.

Aggressive Driving and Gas Mileage

High-performance vehicles get relatively more efficient at high speeds, while hybrid efficiency remains constant. Aggressive driving burns more gas for both.

Aerodynamic Design and Mileage

Improving the way a vehicle moves through air is simultaneously the least expensive and most effective way for carmakers to increase fuel efficiency.

Low-Resistance Tires

Learn how the tires you choose affect your car's handling, performance, and mileage.

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