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Originally Posted by Dean in Milwaukee
It still makes me wonder how the epa numbers could be so low, especially for the hwy number, as all I do to get 30-31 mpg is use the cruise and don't speed.
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The EPA revised its mileage testing routine in '08 to reflect the way Americans really drive. Obviously, most of them speed, and ride their gas pedal like a dog in heat.
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Darrell
Boycotting Exxon since 1989, BP since 2010
Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac? George Carlin
Mean Green Toaster Machine
49.5 mpg avg over 53,000 miles. 176% of '08 EPA
Best flat drive 94.5 mpg for 10.1 mi
Longest tank 1033 km (642 mi) on 10.56 gal = 60.8 mpg
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