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Guide to Fuel Economy

This section reveals the best and worst models for fuel economy based on our tests, and it shines a spotlight on which gas-saving vehicles and technologies make the biggest difference with the fewest trade-offs in space, utility, comfort, and performance. Learn how to save fuel now.
Updated April 29, 2025

Tested: The Best Tires for Teslas and Other Electric Vehicles

Tested: The Best Tires for Teslas and Other Electric Vehicles

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Preview: Bare-Bones All-Electric Slate Truck or SUV Starts Under $30,000

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Preview: 2026 Lexus ES Grows, Gets Electrified

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Preview: Bare-Bones All-Electric Slate Truck or SUV Starts Under $30,000

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Preview: 2026 Lexus ES Grows, Gets Electrified

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