fuel efficiency

Dirty Oil CEO Calls Pipelines “The Weak Link”

The CEO of one of the world’s biggest dirty energy companies is accusing conservationists of…well…playing to win, I think? Enbridge Incorporated has made headlines the last few years for all … Read more

Job Creators and Innovators Bring the Auto Turnaround to Life

Highlights from “Advanced Vehicles: Driving Growth” NWF was honored to take part in “Advanced Vehicles: Driving Growth,” a recent panel discussion hosted by the White House Council on Environmental Quality. … Read more

How Your Next Vehicle Could Keep the Freezer Running (Really!)

As one of the millions in the DC area who lost power in last weekend’s storm, I doubt I was alone in feeling a moment or two of profound thankfulness … Read more

Companies, Workers and Educators Celebrate and Build Clean Vehicle Successes

On Wednesday, National Wildlife Federation will join auto industry companies big and small, auto workers, education and economic development leaders at a White House event “Advanced Vehicles: Driving Growth” to hear … Read more

Fuel Efficiency: America’s Generational Leap

Just wanted to pass along some quick thoughts on recent New York Times article that really missed the big picture on America’s fuel efficiency gains. You can’t look at 2012 vehicles … Read more

Slacker’s Guide to Saving Gas

It’s easy to save gas with these money and planet-saving tips. Read more

Want to fix pain at the pump? Go with the cars…

In the current crazy debate on high gas prices and what to do about them , we’d like to see politicians stand up for the things that really save families … Read more

Electric cars: It’s time to put our foot down …on the accelerator

We’re well into the political “silly season” so perhaps it’s not so surprising that we’re seeing a rash of EV naysaying in the press.  But it’s particularly crazy now,  when … Read more

$1.00 a gallon … when you fill up at the plug

Last week the new Ford Focus Electric received its official fuel economy rating from EPA…105 miles per gallon equivalent!  At 110 MPGe city and 99 MPGe highway, that makes it … Read more

Heartfelt Testimonies Make the Difference at Philadelphia Hearing

Last week, I traveled to Philadelphia to testify at my first public hearing.  Upon my arrival, I immediately began to second guess myself and question my earlier enthusiasm at the … Read more