Australian Cars Consume More Fuel Than Advertised, Testing Reveals

New testing in Australia shows that three-quarters of new cars consume more fuel than their advertised lab ratings, contributing to the country's challenges in reducing transport emissions.

25 Feb, 14:00 — 25 Feb, 14:00

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Three-quarters of Australia’s new cars use more fuel than advertised lab rating, testing shows

Cars with higher real-world consumption may add to Australia’s difficulties in reducing transport emissions Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Another 10 cars have failed to live up to fuel efficiency promises when tested in the real world, adding to Australia’s difficulties in reducing emissions from transport. The Australian Automobile Association’s latest test confirmed 76% of new petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicles are still using more fuel on roads than in manda...

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Australian Cars Consume More Fuel Than Advertised, Testing Reveals

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Three-quarters of Australia’s new cars use more fuel than advertised lab rating, testing shows

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