Fuel Efficiency Tips
  • Avoid Aggressive Driving - Not only does it lower your mpg by up to 33%, but it is particularly dangerous on Ortega Highway.

  • Remove Excessive Weight - Every 100lbs you can remove saves you about $0 .03 to $0 .05 cents per mile.

  • Avoid Idling - Idling gets you 0 miles per gallon. If you are going to be there for a few minutes, it is best to shut it down.

  • Maintain Your Vehicle - Properly inflated tires, a clean air filter, and a recent tune up will do wonders for your gas mileage.

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Fuel Efficient Cars

If you drive Ortega Highway on a daily basis, you've probably wondered if purchasing a more fuel efficient vehicle would save you money. The table below shows the top mpg performers from this years EPA tests.

If you drive one of these vehicles on Ortega Highway, email us and let us know how your actual gas mileage compares

Most Fuel Efficient Cars for 2008

Vehicle

MPG
City / Hwy

Toyota Prius

48 / 45

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Honda Civic Hybrid

40 / 45

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Toyota Yaris

29 / 36

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Honda Fit

27 / 34

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Mini Cooper Convertable (manual) Toyota

23 / 32

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Nissan Versa

26 / 31

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Honda Accord

21 / 31

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Audi TT Roadster

22 / 29

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Visit www.fueleconomy.gov for more cars & information on the worst mpg cars of 2008 as well as fuel cell and other non-gasoline powered vehicle options.