2008 VW Polo BlueMotion Hits 46 MPG in Real-World Euro Test

5 May 2008, 9:00 pm

We averaged 45.72 mpg on a mix of cold starts and fast runs in freezing temperatures, rain and urban crawls. With a lead-footed Englander driving, that's very impressive-and it makes something of a mockery out of the Toyota Prius. ... read more

Twin Cars Save Detroit Cash, but What About You? Road Test

5 May 2008, 9:00 pm

Carmakers often build very different vehicles on similar platforms. That makes life easier for manufacturers, but what's in it for drivers? We tested six vehicles based on three common platforms to find out. ... read more

Top 10 Early Contenders for the Automotive X Prize

30 April 2008, 9:00 pm

As gas prices soar and the AXP entry pool officially opens, we analyze all 64 entrants thus far based on six key factors. The result is the most comprehensive, up-to-date scouting report on the field for the ultimate 100-mpg car of tomorrow. ... read more

Why Lead-Footed Car Geeks Should Actually Buy an Alt-Fuel Ride

29 April 2008, 9:00 pm

The hard-throttle automotive enthusiast has to deal with these damn gas prices, too! We asked our favorite car blogger if he'd pony up for a Prius-or something better. ... read more

In Efficiency Lab, GM Rethinks the Old-School Engine (With Video)

28 April 2008, 9:00 pm

Could the internal combustion engine-powered by, yes, gasoline-get a green makeover to be more efficient and less harmful to the earth than hybrids? The automotive industry suddenly seems to think so. ... read more

Six Fuel-Saving Technologies to Help Hit 35 mpg Soon

28 April 2008, 9:00 pm

Here are a half-dozen future engine technologies we saw at this month's exclusive SAE World Congress that, if put into production, could boost the fuel economy of our next generation of gas-powered cars. ... read more