{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5cd2da93d59f73d577da1cd5/5e6a890e2c6568cd0d7a5595?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Auto Correct: MPG","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5cd2da93d59f73d577da1cd5/1584039672271-a51a786d7c8358dc6ababebbd16c9757.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Want to increase your Miles Per Gallon? We've got some tips from <a href=\"https://www.fueleconomy.gov/\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.fueleconomy.gov/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow Allison Walker, The Lady Auto Mechanic on social media <a href=\"https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech\" target=\"_blank\">https://twitter.com/TheLadyAutoMech</a> <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/theladyautomechanic78/</a></p><p><br></p><p>The official U.S. government source for fuel economy information</p><p>This website has LOTS of tips for improving your fuel economy:</p><ul><li>Drive more efficiently</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Drive sensibly – don’t be aggressive</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Observe the Speed Limit</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Avoid Hauling Cargo on Your Roof</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Remove Excess Weight</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Avoid Excessive Idling</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Use Cruise Control</li><li>Keep your vehicle in shape</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Keep your engine properly tuned</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Keep tires properly inflated</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Use the recommended grade of motor oil</li><li>Planning and combining trips – make one trip – while the car is warm rather than multiple short trips</li><li class=\"ql-indent-2\">Commuting – avoid peak rush hours, work from home, carpool</li><li>There are tips for better gas mileage in warm and cold weather</li></ul><p><br></p><p>There are so many lists with the “best” fuel economy vehicles. Some go by class of vehicle, some include hybrids, some trucks – but trucks can also include SUVs and vans.</p><p>37 miles per gallon seems to be the best for a non electric vehicle – combined city and highway mpg (35 – 41) according to <a href=\"https://www.edmunds.com/vehicles/best-gas-mileage-cars/\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.edmunds.com/vehicles/best-gas-mileage-cars/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Here are the recalls for the week:</p><ul><li>2020 Hyundai Sonata</li><li>2020 Jeep Gladiator, 2018-2020 Wrangler</li><li>2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500</li><li>2019 Ford Ranger</li></ul><p>You can find out if your car has a past recall by going to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s website: <a href=\"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;and inputting your VIN number.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>There are so many lists with the “best” fuel economy vehicles. Some go by class of vehicle, some include hybrids, some trucks – but trucks can also include SUVs and vans.</p><p>37 miles per gallon seems to be the best for a non electric vehicle – combined city and highway mpg (35 – 41) according to <a href=\"Edmonds dot com\" target=\"_blank\">Edmonds dot com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Consumer Reports has a list of vehicles that have a record of much-worse-than-average overall reliability based on subscriber responses to their Annual Auto Survey. Today, we’re going to caution you about:&nbsp;The&nbsp;Chrysler 200&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2015 model&nbsp;&nbsp;one of the complaints is the engine stalls/shuts off while driving. Please consider reading up on the reliability of this car before purchasing it as a used car, suggests Consumer Reports.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"&nbsp;https://www.consumerreports.org/used-cars/used-cars-to-avoid-buying/ &nbsp;\" target=\"_blank\">&nbsp;https://www.consumerreports.org/used-cars/used-cars-to-avoid-buying/&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.carcomplaints.com/\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.carcomplaints.com/</a> is another resource for unreliable car lists.&nbsp;</p><p>If you’re interested in reviews of new cars Casey Williams is the automotive correspondent for WFYI, a public radio station in Indianapolis. He has reviewed cars and covered the auto industry for 25 years. His review this week is on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator, Nissan Titan</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.wfyi.org/news/authors/casey-williams\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.wfyi.org/news/authors/casey-williams</a></p><p><br></p><p>In the News: <a href=\"https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/russian-saudi-price-war-sends-oil-prices-plummeting-amid-coronavirus-n1153001\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/russian-saudi-price-war-sends-oil-prices-plummeting-amid-coronavirus-n1153001</a></p>","author_name":"MPB Think Radio"}