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Old 03-03-2010, 08:50 AM   #27 (permalink)
Piwoslaw
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Another side note, coolant temps are much higher now. I can use the heater a ton more which is kind of nice. I haven't had the radiator fan turn on yet, but its just a matter of time until theres a warm day.
That shows just how much energy is being wasted in a normal car, with a normal driver.
I once read that the 3L version of the VW Lupo was so efficient that engine waste heat wasn't enough to keep the passengers warm, requiring an extra electric heating system.
I'd think this is also the case in certain hybrids.
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