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

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

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Source: Guardian - World News

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