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Old 08-14-2009, 08:30 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Another thing to consider is that p&g effectively reduces engine and much drivetrain friction. If you pulse for 1/3 of the time then your engine (and valves and alternator and???) and most of your transmission gears are not turning for 2/3 of the time you are driving.

And of course if you glide up to stops and wait with the engine off, then less to zero fuel spent idling.
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