fuel economy

noun

: use of less fuel
cars with better fuel economy

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Returning to the White House to lower fuel economy standards on automakers — in essence, putting the environment in harm’s way. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Oct. 2026 Supporters of the decision said changing the CAFE standards gives automakers greater flexibility in meeting fuel economy requirements. — Dan Peck, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026 Or a future administration could put more aggressive fuel economy standards back in place. — Willa Rubin, NPR, 28 Sep. 2026 Since the 1975 Energy Policy and Conservation Act, cars have generally gotten more fuel-efficient, while regulations on fuel economy have tightened. — Mary Randolph, Scientific American, 28 Sep. 2026 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 9 Oct. 2026.

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