Arlington County’s taxicabs will become more fuel efficient as part of a major overhaul to the county’s taxicab rules.

Taxis initially will be required to get 26 miles per the gallon for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2010. By 2020, the standard will be 35 mpg. After July 1, 2012, though, taxis will be required to follow federal standards if they are more stringent than Arlington’s.

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