FE World Record
Anyone follow the 12 day, 48 state continuous drive by Wayne Gerdes, Jenny and Justin in a 2009 HCH II? They set the Guiness World Record in fuel efficiency achieving 68.54! Truly amazing!
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Yes I followed it and am amazed at thier achievement! I wished I new thier driving style? I try, but cannot get close to those numbers! I managed 56mpg over a distance of 2000miles last summer. My speed was 55 -65 mph on average. 1/3 mountains and 2/3 flat land. I just shake my head. I may have to break down and purchase a SG one day! H
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I know what you mean Harold. I can definitely hit the mid 60's...it's the consistent low to mid 70's they were doing for quite a while that blows me away. I've only achieved it a couple of times in a days drive.
I wonder what Honda will do with the car... |
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They should be making something out of it! Should be very good advertising. I think the car company's can use alot of this kind of news! H
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Can someone provide a link to the data on Wayne's trip?
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Originally Posted by Harold
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They should be making something out of it! Should be very good advertising. I think the car company's can use alot of this kind of news! H
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I supose you are correct on that one spinner! The Vulture's are allways awaiting!!! H
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Anything in the Guinness World Records seems unattainable anyway. I can't imagine this would be looked at as any different.
It makes me feel good to know that I drive a car that is capable of doing it. Perhaps others would feel the same. |
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while they may not be attainable by normal driving methods (or hypermiling for that matter!) on a good note, it hopefully will show that it is possible and give automakers their next target for efficiency to shoot for. Of course, that is outside of the plug-in hybrids coming (Chevy Volt). I for one, would love to see those figures on everyday driving. Unfortunately, I've taken a big hit with the colder weather here lately on my FE. Gotta block the grille soon, maybe then the engine will hit normal temperature by the time I get to work, 4 miles later!
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