We thought it might be fun to pull a 2012 X-Games Rallycross Odds list together … since it’s not likely that we’ll see any official Vegas Odds. (Keep in mind that this is a television show, not a race.) With so many flights over the mechanical jump over the course of the weekend, there will be a toll taken. The chances for carnage in the streets of LA this year are huge. We pray for our brothers behind the wheels, and wish them safe passage.
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Historical Price of Gasoline in America
So how much does a gallon of unleaded regular gasoline cost today, compared to previous years? The United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) publishes a table of prices that breaks down the average cost of gasoline along with the percentage of refining, distribution and marketing, taxes, and crude oil. We’ve taken the table and turned it into two charts.
The first chart simply shows the average cost of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline over the years, starting in January 2000 through April 2012.
How to Calculate Gas Mileage
There are two basic ways to calculate gas mileage. The task is quite simple if your car, truck, or SUV has an Average Fuel Economy gauge – which may also be referred to as an Average MPG (Mile Per Gallon) display. If it’s not so equipped, there’s no need to worry … the task is not difficult.
If your car has a built-in average fuel economy display, upon filling your vehicle’s gas tank:
- Write down the number on the Average Fuel Economy gauge.
- Reset the Average Fuel Economy gauge.
- Write down the odometer reading, for good measure.
As you’re driving, take the time to check the Average MPG display. You’ll notice that this figure will fluctuate over time, as you encounter different driving conditions.
MPGomatic’s Gas Mileage Guide
Looking to squeak more MPGs out of your car, truck, or SUV? Have you read our Roadmap to Better Gas Mileage yet? It’s a quick and easy read, filled with real world tips and tactics that can help you improve your fuel efficiency without shelling out tens of thousands of dollars on a new car or radically changing your driving habits. Once you’ve absorbed the information in our Gas Mileage Guide, you’ll be on track to shave hundreds of dollars off your yearly fuel bill. The MPGomatic Gas Mileage Guide has always been available instantly and free of charge. Just fill out the form and you’ll receive directions on how to download the ebook.
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When you have time to sit back and watch some fun and informational videos, check out our “Get Better Gas Mileage” series on YouTube. We’ve been adding these MPG-boosting videos with more frequency lately and plan to add more in the coming months. They’re uncomplicated and easy to consume.
2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist Review
MPG-o-Matic 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist Review Summary: The 2012 2012 LaCrosse with eAssist plays the efficiency card, as it targets the more affordable end of the luxury full-size market, with the Lincoln MKS, Acura TL, and Lexus ES350 as its primary competitors. The LaCrosse eAssist mates a 2.4-liter inline four with a lithium-ion battery powered electric motor, which achieves significantly better fuel economy (25/36) than the conventionally powered MKS (17/25), TL (20/29), and ES350 (19/28). When compared to the slightly smaller Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (41/36), the LaCrosse eAssist is an equal in the highway efficiency, but drastically behind in the city.
The 2012 LaCrosse eAssist is powered by a Direct Injected VVT 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine with an eAssist mild hybrid system that produces 182 horsepower (HP) and 172 foot pounds of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard. A conventional 3.6-liter VVT V6 is available with either all-wheel-drive (AWD) or front-wheel-drive (FWD). The LaCrosse eAssist is not offered with AWD. (The eAssist system is shared with the Chevy Malibu Eco and Buick Regal eAssist.)