CCEM 106 – Question 3

[Carly Johansson]

Are you aware of the vehicle efficiency measures published by Natural Resources Canada? (At: http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/efficiency/transportation/cars-light-trucks/buying/7487) Do you think anyone you know has ever used them when considering purchasing a new vehicle?

[Carly Johansson]

I do not know of any of my friends have used this tool – I certainly will be next time I am in the market and will be sure to pass along the information. I do know that about half my friends consider fuel economy when purchasing a vehicle.

[Carly Johansson]

No – I wasn’t aware of this resource (or any of the great resources covered in the vehicle efficiency section of this course). I also doubt anyone I know has used them, except possibly the other senior energy planner here at YG, who was thrilled with the fuel efficiency of her new car last year. I will echo Geoff and will pass on this info when possible.

[Jen Grebeldinger]

I have used the tool when I was last thinking about a newer vehicle. I do not know of anyone who used the tool but I do know people who did refer to the fuel efficiency stickers on the vehicles at the dealer as part of their decision on whether to buy or not.

[Jen Grebeldinger]

I’ve used the US Department of Energy data for research, but I hadn’t come across this one. Many friends have bought electric in the last year; I can’t keep track of how many.

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