I’m lucky enough not to have a work commute, though I know many people do. What I can’t explain is why carpooling has declined 50% since 1980, even as traffic gets worse and gas gets more expensive. What gives?
OPOC Engine Is Smaller, Lighter, and 50% More Efficient Than Turbodiesels
February 2, 2011 By 16 Comments
Among conventional combustion engines, the turbodiesel is among the most powerful and fuel efficient. But a startup company called EcoMotors has developed a design that’s smaller, lighter, more fuel efficient, and can run on a variety of fuels.
Dominican Republic Opens 1st Natural Gas Plant, Offers $700 Conversions
February 1, 2011 By 2 Comments
The Dominican Republic recently inaugurated its first natural gas plant in Boca Chica, which the government hopes will supply fuel to 143,000 vehicles over the next three years.
Ram Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Has 20 Mile EV Range
February 1, 2011 By 8 Comments
If ever a vehicle needed a hybrid version, it’s the American pickup. Ram built 140 plug-in pickups with a 20 mile EV range and 65% better fuel economy for testing with fleet operators. But will it ever come to market?
2011 Fiat 500 Falls Short of 40 MPG
February 1, 2011 By 14 Comments
While 2011 marks the return of Fiat to America, the vanguard 500 already isn’t living up to the hype. The five-speed manual is rated at 30/38 MPG, while the six-speed automatic manages only a 27/34 rating.
