And to that end, the folks at the massive insurance conglomerate would like to tell you how to drive greener thanks to a series of videos they’ve produced and put up on YouTube. The first is all about engine maintenance.
Now, chances are you’ve heard this one before, but things like keeping your oil changed and such can keep your car running better and save on the payments you make at the pump. But here are a couple others thanks to State Farm:
1. Don’t use a higher octane gasoline than recommended by the manufacturer. It just doesn’t help.
2. Regular maintenance, and passing emissions tests, can improve fuel economy by four percent.
3. Replacing a faulty oxygen sensor can improve fuel economy by up to FORTY percent.
Now, that last one I didn’t know about at all. But there are more tips to be had here, so check out the video below.
The 2011 Ford Mustang GT has been announced and it is coming with lots of power. It will come with a 5.0 liter V8 engine which should put to good use the 412 horsepower it comes with. Despite all that power, fuel economy is expected to be better than previous models.
Other highlights of the 2011 Ford Mustang GT include a six-speed transmission (manual and automatic), improved driving dynamics, noise, vibration and harshness controls. For brakes, front and rear brakes are larger, the rear lower control arm has been improved and rear stabilizer bar bushings have been stiffened. It will be available in three vibrant new colors: Yellow Blaze Tri-Coat, Race Red and Ingot Silver.
Kia Motors America has unveiled the special edition Kia Ignition Soul, the second of four edition special edition souls set to roll into dealerships. The 2010 Kia Ignition Soul features a radical styling and is also another vehicle in the circle of 2010 Top Safety Pick vehicles by the IIHS. This 2010 limited edition Kia Soul boasts of an impressive fuel economy and standard safety features.
Among the exclusive features of the 2010 Kia Ignition Soul include a unique ignition orange exterior color, 18” alloy wheels with machined accents, an athletic looking body, rear spoiler and an alloy fuel door. The 2010 Kia Ignision Soul special edition pricing starts at $17,500 for the five-speed manual transmission.
Toyota may be bringing back a classic and sporty car familiar to most of us soon. The Toyota MR2 was that old 2-seater sporty looking car that was all the rave back then and now it looks like it will be making a resurrection of sorts…of the hybrid kind. This is of course if Toyota holds true to its word in bringing back that classy Toyota vehicle which will now be known as the MR-S. As a hybrid, it may not necessarily be as fast as the classic MR2. But then again, hybrids are not primarily about speed but fuel economy. Well at least the next best thing is you look like you are in a sporty-looking vehicle although I doubt if it can be as fast as that old classic MR2 vehicle back in the days.
We talk a lot about fuel efficiency, but it’s places like Bosch who are actually doing something about it. One of their great advances comes in electronic solutions to help current cars get better fuel economy.
Two of the biggest systems used to improve fuel economy, as well as safety, are Bosch’s Electronic Battery Sensor and Electric Power Steering. The Electronic Battery Sensor is designed to not only monitor a battery’s current performance, but also its expected performance down the line, giving you a jump ahead on a dying battery and improving the chances you won’t wind up broken down somewhere with a dead battery.
Electric Power Steering, meanwhile, starts with a sensor that registers the movements of driving and sends electrical signals to a motor on the steering column to augment that steering motion, cutting down on the amount of force involved and thus saving wear on the vehicle and improving fuel efficiency by cutting down on jerky movements.
It’s surprising how deeply involved Bosch components are to fuel savings, but you learn something new every day.
Mazda will be among the many car manufacturers at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show on October 24. For their part, Mazda is expected to debut the Mazda Kiyora Concept Car although that is not the only thing they will be unveiling. They will also unveil their next-generation engine and automatic transmissions lineup. This includes the Mazda SKY-G direct injection gasoline engine Mazda SKY-D clean diesel engine and the Mazda SKY Drive high-efficiency automatic transmission.
These new technological advancements are expected to help in the improvement of fuel-efficiency as well as some eco-friendly enhancements and optimized combustion systems. But a lot of the focus is sure to be on the Mazda Kiyora Concept car which highlights the next-generation Mazda SKY concept powertrain technologies and comprehensive advancements in weight reduction for better fuel economy at 32 kilometers per liter.
Kia Motors continues to introduce larger vehicles as it has revealed that an all-new Kia Sorento model will start production at their U.S. plant. The latest model is the 2011 Kia Sorento CUV which is scheduled to begin rolling off the assembly line at the West Point, Georgia plant.
The 2011 Kia Sorento CUV boasts of an improved fuel economy and more passenger room and seating capacity that previous Kia Sorento models. It will be longer and lower and carries a sleek styling and futuristic touch. The 2011 Kia Sorento CUV will also highlight two- and four-wheel drive options and a variety of upscale appointments to appeal to a wide range of consumers.
Thanks to its quirky styling, interior, extensive warranty, fuel economy and other comfortable features, the 2010 Kia Soul racks up another feather to its cap by being named in the Top Top 10 Back to School Car List by KBB.com. This comes at the heels of garnering another previous citation for being the Top Safety Pick by the IIHS.
The feedbacks were based from what the editors had gathered together from what vehicles offer as far as reliability, safety features, affordability, practicality, good handling and attractive styling are concerned which may be appealing to parents and students. The 2010 Kia Soul prices start from $13,300 which also makes it a lot preferred on the car of choice.
Available in four trims, Soul, Soul+, Soul! (exclaim) and Soul sport, pricing for the versatile five door begins at $13,300 for the base trim, while Soul+ starts at $14,950. Moving up to the Soul! offers a price beginning at $16,950 and the Soul sport, designed for those with active lifestyles, starts at $16,950 and tops out at $18,600.
Call it a marketing gimmick, but the best way to guide motorists on how it is to save fuel is through an actual vehicle the proves to be fuel-efficient. This promotion comes right in time for the summer when people are expected to do a lot of traveling.
And the person tasked to head the cause is Penske Racing driver Sam Hornish Jr., who will be driving a special no. 77 Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy Dodge in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series LifeLock.com 400 at Chicagoland Speedway on July 11.
The event will also highlight a retail promotion in which consumers can receive a $10 rebate when they buy five one-quart bottles or one five-quart jug of Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy. The promotion runs from May 18 to August 31, 2009.
One car that has been quietly in the roster of vehicles of Subaru of America is the 2010 Subaru MY Outback. This all wheel-drive has been reported to achieve a 24MPG combined and 29 MPG, exhibiting better fuel economy than other vehicles under the same category. This includes the likes of the Toyota Venza, Volvo XC70, VW Passat, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Ford Explorer.
“The all-new 2010 Subaru Outback combines great on- and off-road capability, comfortable space, incredible cargo carrying ability and fuel economy all for a great price,” said Tim Mahoney, senior vice president and CMO of Subaru of America, Inc. “We think this new Outback will really raise the bar in the crossover segment.”
The new Subaru Outback starts at an entry-level price of $22,995. It is a great alternative vehicle for customers looking for more room than a midsize sedan and features the off-road capabilities of an SUV.
We talk a lot about fuel efficiency, but it’s places like Bosch who are actually doing something about it. One of their great advances comes in electronic solutions to help current cars get better fuel economy.
