The Axon - an 80 miles-per-gallon car that's NOT a hybrid!

If you are impressed by the fuel economy of the Toyota Pruis (up to 50 mpg), take a look at this new vehicle, the Axon, a two-door hatchback made in the UK. Apparently it can do 80-100 mpg on regular gas. Axon specializes in carbon-fiber car bodies which is a major reason for its good gas mileage.

The company says one of its goals is to exploit carbon fiber technology already being used in Formula 1 car racing to make "light, safe and fuel efficient" cars. "New manufacturing techniques mean this Formula 1 technology is now affordable for eco cars," the company says.

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- David Adams