Transportation Resources

The US military uses more oil than any other institution in the world—but it’s also a leader in clean vehicle technology.

California’s freight system is an integral part of the US economy—but it needs modernization.

Heavy-duty trucks make up 7 percent of all vehicles on US highways, yet consume more than 25 percent of the oil.

Ethanol is a key ingredient in today's gasoline—but the promise of ethanol as an oil and climate solution depends on how it’s made and what it’s made from.

Based on a 2013 survey by Consumers Union and UCS, 42 percent of US households could use an electric vehicle.

Electric cars are cheap to fuel, increasingly available, and could save the US 1.5 million barrels of oil per day.

Discover the potential of cellulosic biofuels, which can help significantly reduce U.S. oil use.

Cutting oil use can create jobs, reduce global warming emissions, and clean the air.

US travelers will spend an estimated $1.44 billion on gas traveling to their favorite summer destinations over Memorial Day Weekend.

The Union of Concerned Scientists has a practical plan to dramatically reduce U.S. oil consumption, save consumers billions of dollars, and position the United States as a global leader in transportation technology.

This report breaks down where your gas money goes—and shows that investing in fuel efficiency offers the greatest long-term savings.