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Old 03-28-2011, 07:40 AM   #16 (permalink)
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I tend to give just a short blip of power in first and second, and a slightly longer blip in third, with the goal of getting to fourth and above as soon as possible.

I also try to roll through stops as much as possible to start out in second gear.

Be aware that while acceleration has an effect on FE, it is the coasting and stopping phase of driving where you can make the most difference in saving fuel.
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