fuel efficiency
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Auto fuel efficiency makes gains, but falls short of targets
CO2 fuel economy data show 2016 was higher than model year 2015 by only one-tenth of a gallon.
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Ford adds oomph to already impressive F-150 Raptor pickup
Truck boasts better fuel economy, a more powerful engine, and lighter aluminum body panels.
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Ontario to allow self driving cars on roads for testing purposes
Pilot project will encourage companies to conduct research and development in the province.
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Newer cars burn excessive amounts of oil, survey finds
Consumer Reports finds Audi, BMW and Subaru among biggest offenders.
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New truck rule to increase fuel efficiency, reduce pollution
Would cut fuel costs by about $170 billion and reduce oil consumption by up to 1.8 billion barrels.
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Ford’s new aluminum F150 a radical change for pickup truck market
Shaves 700 lb. from the body to make it more fuel efficient and nimble.
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BlackBerry’s QNX, automakers developing synthetic engine sounds
The technology replicates the sound of yesteryear’s driving experience as cars become quieter and more fuel efficient.
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China’s March auto sales up 13.3%, Japanese brands suffer more decline
Communist government promoting auto manufacturing, but still fine-tuning policies to encourage smaller, fuel-efficient vehicle sales.
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Canadian vehicle sales up 6% in 2012
Automakers post best sales year since 2002 as Canadians bought nearly 1.7 million vehicles.
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New emissions rules for vehicle makers
U.S. and Canada propose regulations for GHGs from heavy-duty vehicles
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Boeing and Airbus get monster jet deal
Airline may have played companies off each other to get better deal for 460 planes
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Big Canadian presence at Paris Air Show
Highlights of Canadian aerospace’s massive showing at this week’s Paris Air Show
