Choosing the vehicle that meets your needs but that is also fuel efficient is an important part of the solution to our energy problems. Go to www.fueleconomy.gov to compare different makes and models of cars for fuel efficiency. This can also save you money: A car that is 10 MPG more efficient than another will save the driver almost $1,000 in fuel costs per year (assuming 15,000 miles driven per year with gasoline at $3.65/gal). All the major (and some smaller) car companies have hybrid and/or electric vehicles on the road or in planning. Though hybrids are generally more fuel efficient than other cars, many traditional (and less expensive) models get 30 to 40 MPG.

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