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Small design changes can have a big impact on efficiency

We often focus on major engineering shifts when considering how to improve the fuel mileage and reduce the emissions of our cars. Hybrid drivetrains, battery-powered electric cars and hydrogen fuel cells are all extremely hot topics, and with good reason as they truly are the short- and long-term future of our industry. What is important to remember, though, is that very small changes, when added up, can also have a large impact on the efficiency of a vehicle. Simple things like lowering a car, using low-rolling-resistance tires, and reducing ... Read more →

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