Automotive

Vehicle Fuel Economy Falls Again in May

ANN ARBOR, Mich.–(ENEWSPF)–June 5, 2012. For the second straight month, fuel economy of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. fell by 0.2 mpg—likely reflecting a slight drop in gas prices, say researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.

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Average fuel economy (window-sticker values) of cars, light trucks, minivans and SUVs purchased in May was 23.7 mpg—down from 23.9 in April and 24.1 in March—but still the fourth-best month on record and up…

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