Fuel efficiency: meaning, definitions and examples

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fuel efficiency

 

[ ˈfjuːəl ɪˈfɪʃənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

vehicle performance

Fuel efficiency refers to the ability of a vehicle to maximize the use of fuel or energy for driving. It is a measure of how far a vehicle can travel with a certain amount of fuel.

Synonyms

energy efficiency, fuel economy, gas mileage

Examples of usage

  • A hybrid car has excellent fuel efficiency, allowing it to go long distances without frequent refueling.
  • Improving fuel efficiency is important for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and conserving natural resources.
Context #2 | Noun

general usage

Fuel efficiency can also refer to the efficiency of any process or system in utilizing fuel or energy.

Synonyms

energy efficiency, resource conservation

Examples of usage

  • Increasing the fuel efficiency of a factory's operations can lead to cost savings and environmental benefits.
  • Efforts to enhance fuel efficiency in heating systems can result in reduced energy consumption.

Translations

Translations of the word "fuel efficiency" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eficiência de combustível

🇮🇳 ईंधन दक्षता

🇩🇪 Kraftstoffeffizienz

🇮🇩 efisiensi bahan bakar

🇺🇦 економія палива

🇵🇱 efektywność paliwowa

🇯🇵 燃料効率 (ねんりょうこうりつ)

🇫🇷 efficacité énergétique

🇪🇸 eficiencia del combustible

🇹🇷 yakıt verimliliği

🇰🇷 연료 효율성 (연료 효율)

🇸🇦 كفاءة الوقود

🇨🇿 účinnost paliva

🇸🇰 účinnosť paliva

🇨🇳 燃油效率 (rán yóu xiào lǜ)

🇸🇮 učinkovitost goriva

🇮🇸 eldsneytisnýting

🇰🇿 отын тиімділігі

🇬🇪 საწვავის ეფექტურობა

🇦🇿 yanacaq səmərəliliyi

🇲🇽 eficiencia del combustible

Etymology

The concept of fuel efficiency became increasingly important with the rise of the automotive industry and concerns about energy conservation and environmental impact. The focus on fuel efficiency has led to advancements in technology, such as hybrid and electric vehicles, as well as the development of regulations and standards to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.