Why Fuel Efficiency Is Engrained In Volkswagen Philosophy

May 12, 2017

Older drivers will remember the “Oil Crisis” of the 1970s. Cars would line up around the block to put a few gallons of gas in their tanks. The federal government reduced the national speed limit to 55 MPH in an attempt to preserve fuel. It was during this decade that small, fuel-efficient cars such as the Volkswagen Beetle became more mainstream.

As oil production returned to its normal output, consumers realized the advantages of driving more fuel efficient cars. They were not only helping to protect the environment, but also saving themselves money.

Consumer demand for more fuel-efficient cars rose and manufacturers started adding other features to make them more desirable. Gone were the days where “efficiency” meant getting barely more than four wheels and a manual transmission. Cars like the Volkswagen Golf and Jetta not only have more miles per gallon, but more looks and fans as well.

Fuel Efficiency Saves Gas, Money, and More

The less fuel-efficient a car is, the more carbon dioxide it releases into our environment. One-fifth of all carbon dioxide emissions in the Unites States come from our cars and trucks, impacting global warming. Since fuel efficient cars use less gas, they generate fewer emissions. Of course, using less gasoline means fewer trips to the gas station and more money in your pocket.

Volkswagen is proud to have helped start the fuel efficiency revolution in the United States, and is dedicated to continuing this legacy well into the future. The 2017 Volkswagen Beetle, a modern recreation of the car that started it all, boasts an EPA-estimated 33 miles per gallon on the highway. The 2017 Jetta is even more impressive, getting up to 40 miles per gallon when outfitted with a manual transmission.

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