Thread: Speed vs. Semi
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Old 07-20-2009, 06:21 PM   #21 (permalink)
RandomFact314
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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian View Post
It's possible, but much harder, with an auto. I find the best results with an auto come from keeping steady speed, losing a bit on the uphills and gaining on the downhills, and some strategic engine-on coasting. Find a good speed that gives you just enough power to stay in top gear without downshifting, and don't go much faster than that.
So if I'm going down the highway at 50 at night, do you recommend I just keep on going 50 with cruise control or should I do P&G my way? P&G @ 60,neutral,50,drive (Repeat)?


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