fuel economy

noun

: use of less fuel
cars with better fuel economy

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Stellantis is scrapping its plug-in hybrid electric Jeep SUVs and Chrysler minivan amid slowing EV sales, quality issues and weakened federal fuel economy requirements. Michael Wayland, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2026 Federal rules about emissions and fuel economy — being rewritten. Camila Domonoske, NPR, 29 Dec. 2025 All are solid choices, but the six (GLE 450) is the best blend of smooth delivery and good fuel economy. New Atlas, 27 Dec. 2025 Toyota's Camry is the ideal commuter car in many ways, from its engaging driving dynamics (thanks to an electric motor power boost) to its stellar fuel economy. Charles Singh, USA Today, 20 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuel economy

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“Fuel economy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20economy. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.

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