Automakers Ahead of Schedule for MPG Standards
With the new fuel standards to hit a nominal average of 54.5 mpg by 2025, automakers are working hard to improve the fuel efficiency across their lineups.
According to Christopher Grundler, director of the Office of Transportation and Air Quality at the EPA, automakers are actually well head of schedule. The agency estimates that for the 2013 model year, 27 percent of the new-car fleet will be in compliance with the 2016 greenhouse gas and fuel economy standards. The 2014 Mazda6, for example, exceeds its 2019 fuel economy target with its most fuel-efficient model rated at 28 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.
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There are around 90 models that are currently beating the 2016 standards thanks to advanced gasoline engines and transmissions. The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu, for example, is beating the 2016 target while the 2014 Altima is beating its 2018 target.
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[Source: Automotive News]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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