[Source: Ford]
PRESS RELEASE:
FORD OFFERS FUEL-EFFICIENT VEHICLES:
* Ford Focus, delivering up to 35 mpg: The sporty small car comes equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I-4 Duratec 20 engine producing 140 horsepower and mated to a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.
* Ford Fusion, up to 29 mpg: The current model of this mid-size car is a leader in driving dynamics, offering up 29 mpg on the highway, with the front-wheel-drive Fusion's 2.3-liter, four-cylinder engine.
* Ford Escape, up to 28 mpg: Equipped with a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, Ford Escape delivers best-in-class fuel economy in the small SUV segment with 28 mpg highway/20 mpg city.
* Ford Flex, to up 24 mpg: With front-wheel drive, the Ford Flex offers unsurpassed fuel economy in its segment ? up to 24 mpg on the highway. Even with standout fuel economy, Flex offers creature comforts and room for up to seven passengers.
* Mercury Milan, up to 29 mpg: Mercury's most fuel-efficient car delivers up to 29 mpg on the highway, courtesy of it 2.3-liter, four-cylinder engine.
* Mercury Mariner, up to 28 mpg: New, 171 hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with intake variable cam timing enhances fuel economy and performance, gaining 2 mpg in highway fuel economy when equipped with the new six-speed transmission.
* Lincoln MKZ, up to 28 mpg: Equipped with Duratec 3.5-liter V-6 engine, the Lincoln MKZ features a premium six-speed automatic transmission with standard electronic stability control.
* Lincoln MKS, up to 24 mpg: Powered by a new 3.7-liter V-6 engine, this Lincoln MKS powertrain has been derived from the proven 3.5-liter V-6 found in the Lincoln MKX and MKZ, which was voted one of Ward's 10-Best Engines for 2007 ? and delivering fuel economy among the best in its class.
* New F-150, up to 21 mpg: Unsurpassed fuel economy in the full-size pickup segment delivering up to 21 miles per gallon highway with F-150 SFE "superior fuel economy" edition.
"Ford is bullish on fuel economy," said Ken Czubay, Ford's vice president of Sales and Marketing. "Each new and significantly freshened vehicle we've brought to market in the past year has the best or among the best fuel economy in its segment, and we want to provide customers an extra reason to drive one of these high-quality, fuel-efficient cars, crossovers and trucks."
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How to save Fuel:
Driving More Efficiently - source US Gov.t Fuel Economy - National Transportation
-Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) wastes gas. It lowers your gas mileage by 33% at highway speeds and by 5% around town. Example: $4 a gallon could be a 20 cents to over a $1 savings!
-While each vehicle reaches its optimal fuel economy at different speeds or range of speeds, gas mileage usually decreases rapidly at speeds over 60 mph. Example: EACH 5mph over 60mph is like paying an additional $0.30 per gallon for gas.
-Remove Excess Weight! Avoid keeping unnecessary items in your vehicle, especially heavy ones. An extra 100 pounds in your vehicle could reduce your MPG by up to 2%. The reduction is based on the percentage of extra weight relative to the vehicle's weight and affects smaller vehicles more than larger vehicles.
-Idling! Shut the car off.
-Keep your Engine Properly Tuned. Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4%, though results vary based on kind of repair. Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40%. ( Example: Based on $4.08 a gallon for gas - 4% savings equals $0.16/gallon)
-Check & Replace Air Filters Regularly! Replacing a clogged air filter can improve your car's gas mileage by as much as 10%. Your car's air filter keeps impurities from damaging the inside of your engine. Not only will replacing a dirty air filter save gas, it will protect your engine. (Example: Based on $4.08 a gallon for gas - 10% savings equals up to $0.41/gallon)
-Keep Tires Properly Inflated! You can improve your gas mileage by around 3.3% by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. Under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.4% for every 1psi drop in pressure of all four tires. Properly inflated tires are safer and last longer. (Example: Based on gas at $4.08 per gallon a 3% savings equals up to $0.12/gallon)
-Use the recommended grade of Motor Oil. You can improve your gas mileage by 1-2% by using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil. For example, using 10W-30 motor oil in an engine designed to use 5w-30 can lower your gas mileage by 1-2 percent. Using 5w-30 in an engine designed for 5w-20 can lower your gas mileage by 1-1.5%. Also, look for motor oil that says "Energy Conserving" on the API performance symbol to be sure it contains friction-reducing additives.
*Data Source: Estimates for fuel savings from vehicle maintenance are based on studies and literature reviews performed by Energy and Environmental Analysis, Inc., Washington, DC.
Planning and Combining Trips:
-Combining errands into one trip saves you time and money.
-Traveling. A roof rack or carrier provides additional cargo space and may allow you to meet your needs with a smaller vehicle. However, a loaded roof rack can decrease your fuel economy by 5%. Reduce aerodynamic drag and improve your fuel economy by placing items inside the truck whenever possible. For every extra 100 pound can reduce your car's fuel economy by 1-2%.
-Fuels. Some fuels contain less energy than others. Using oxygenated fuels or reformulated gasoline (RFG), for example, can cause a small decrease (1-3%) in fuel economy. The energy content of gasoline varies seasonally. Typical summer conventional gasoline contains about 1.7% more energy than typical winter conventional gasoline. source: US gov.t Fuel Economy
-Running electrical accessories (e.g., air conditioner) decreases fuel economy. Operating the air conditional on "MAX" can reduce MPG by roughly 5-25% compared to not using it.
-Driving on hilly or mountainous terrain or on unpaved roads can reduce fuel economy. The EPA test assumes vehicles operate on flat ground.
-Using 4-wheel drive reduces fuel economy. Four-wheel drive vehicles are tested in 2-wheel drive. Engaging all four wheels makes the engine work harder and increases crankcase losses.
-Towing a trailer or carrying excessive weight decrease fuel economy. Vehicles are assumed to carry only three hundred pounds of passengers and cargo during testing.
Data source: U.S. Gov.t Fuel Economy
Stop into Eau Claire Ford Lincoln Mercury for more helpful tips, automotive service needs or to purchase your next vehicle. We hope this information will help you.
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