For driving enthusiasts, “fuel economy” might as well be a four-letter word. After all, we know what fuel economy improvements did to our favorite sports cars in the 1980s. The price of fuel has always driven people to economy cars, but most enthusiasts consider a plain-Jane Camry or Smart Fortwo a death sentence. Still, better fuel economy and fewer emissions is something most of us can agree on, considering we all breathe the same air. Do you have to give up driving pleasure or a “cool car” f [...more]

Do larger tires get better gas mileage? The short answer is, no. Though, the real answer is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no answer. The truth is that in many instances larger tires will not  increase a vehicle's fuel efficiency; however, there are many aspects of tires that can contribute a vehicle's gas mileage apart from the tire's size. One of the reasons that larger tires will not lead to an increase in a car's gas mileage is because they are heavier than smaller tires – [...more]