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Improvements in SUVs and trucks mileage. Worth the effort?

According to a recent article by the Wall Street Journal, the "eco" trend is reaching the bigger boys on the road. Since sales are going down for SUVs and trucks because of high gasoline prices, automakers are trying to improve fuel economy: New clean diesel engines, hybrid powertrains, shredding pounds and all types of "tricks" that help the vehicle use less fuel. In general terms, the efforts, although significant in relative terms, aren't that spectacular. As an example, let's check the improvements on the Chevy Tahoe. Last year's model ... Read more →

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