Ethanol can play a role in helping Canada to meet its climate change objectives. On a full cycle basis, the use of a litre of E-10 fuel instead of straight gasoline can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 3 to 4 percent if ethanol is produced from grain, or 6 to 8 percent if it is produced from cellulose.Using E-85 fuel instead of straight gasoline can reduce net emissions by as much as 75 percent. 

Lists of fuel consumption ratings for 2003 model year passenger cars, vans, light-duty trucks and special purpose vehicles. Use these listings to compare vehicles to others and select the most fuel-efficient vehicle for your needs. 

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This Guide provides information on the fuel consumption of 2004 model year passenger cars, pickup trucks, vans, special purpose vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles. The information in this Guide can be used to compare fuel consumption values and help you select the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets your everyday needs. 

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This Guide provides information on the fuel consumption of 2005 model year passenger cars, pickup trucks, vans, special purpose vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles. The information in this Guide can be used to compare fuel consumption values and help you select the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets your everyday needs. 

Results of an Industry Survey - March 2000 

Ten percent ethanol-blended gasoline (E-10) is now available at more than 1000 service stations across Canada. It may be used in any vehicle manufactured in 1980 or later, and you fill up your vehicle the same way you would with gasoline. 

The FleetSmart program helps fleet managers to reduce fuel costs and vehicle emissions through energy-efficient practices. 

Since the release of the FleetSmart Technical Evaluation of Automatic-type Transmissions for the Heavy Truck Market we continue to have dialogue with the fleets who are still using the semi-automatic transmissions. It appears the success rate with the semi-automatic 18 speed is great; the problem seems to be with the 10 speed product. The RPM range is apparently too large for the 10 to work properly. Some have reported problems on hills of 1 to 2 kilometers in length. 

You can help improve air quality and use energy more wisely by turning off your engine when your vehicle is parked 

Rising fuel costs and growing concern about the environment have many Canadians looking for ways to save money and minimize their production of greenhouse gases (GHGs) and other emissions.