The Eco mode (or Econ on some vehicles) is a fuel-saving feature offered by several manufacturers that instructs the engine computer to shift into a program that maximizes efficiency over performance.

So cars have modes now. You'll typically find a knob or series of buttons with options like "Eco," "Normal," "Comfort," and "Sport." Automakers keep adding more drive modes, yet there is still no ...

Pretty much every modern car is equipped with a driving mode selection system. Usually, this choice implies at least three modes: standard, sport, and eco. The truth is, in most cases, the difference ...