New gasolene mileage rules will reshape what Americans drive

Credit: Green Car Reports

A confluence of global warming & dwindling recoverable petroleum resources has led the automotive industry in the United States to agree to meet a corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) figure of 54.5 mpg (US) by 2025.

Toyota's Prius exceeds this requirement now.  The challenge is contained in the "C" for corporate in "CAFE".  That's a corporate average fuel economy figure.  I.e. it takes into account all vehicles in a corporation's model range.  For Toyota, that includes not only the Prius, but it's largest pickup & everything else in between.

John Voelcker takes a look at how this will change cars in the USA.  Look for something very similar in your country too:

Part I: Part I: Aerodynamics & Weight
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1084852_new-gas-mileage-rules-will-reshape-what-americans-drive-aerodynamics-and-weight

Part II: Engines & Transmissions
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1079103_new-gas-mileage-rules-will-reshape-what-americans-drive-engines-and-transmissions

Part III: Hybrids, Electrics, Cost
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