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Old 04-21-2005, 11:19 AM
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Default Re: MPG techniques

1. Spend more time with the instant over the average with as large a margin as possible and don't use more fuel than is neccessary for the segment.
2. Experiment finding routes that favor better MPG.
3. Drive with the load.
4. Accellerate as slowly as practical.
5. Keep plenty of traffic buffer.
6. Keep momentum.
7. If there's no one behind you and you're not in a hurry then there's no reason not to take a little more time and get your numbers higher.
8. Pump some life into those soggy, spongy tires.
9. Manually cycle the AC compressor as needed.
10. Above all be safe, always side with caution and possess good judgement.

Have fun in your drive, don't get too comfortable in your current habits and push yourself to do better. Tell others about what you and your automobile accomplished today and feel good about it.


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