EPA Proposes New Test Methods for Fuel Economy Window Stickers

摘要

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing new test methods for calculating the fuel economy estimates that are posted on the window stickers of new cars and trucks. The city and highway miles per gallon (MPG) estimates help consumers compare the fuel economy of different vehicles. Although no single test can ever account for the wide variety of driving conditions and styles, EPA's proposal will bring the MPG estimates closer to the fuel economy consumers actually achieve on the road. The new MPG estimates will take effect with model year 2008 vehicles, which will be available in dealer showrooms in the fall of 2007.