Ford Testing Shows Eco-Driving Improved Fuel Economy an Average 24%

Green Car Congress | Aug. 27, 2008 (Opinion)

Tests performed by Ford Motor Company and Pro Formance drivers found that 48 motorists coached by eco-driving experts saw results ranging from 6% fuel economy improvement to more than 50%, depending on their driving style and ability to master eco-driving behaviors. The average fuel economy improvement was 24%. Full Story »

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 by Mike LaBonte - Oct. 1, 2008

Links to the source Ford press release, but also borrows from it heavily, adding almost nothing. The information is useful but the viewpoint of another car company and a non-profit would have been good.

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