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Originally Posted by 98civicDX
I had to take my older brother somewhere today and it was funny. He started getting pissed off and yelling on my driving techniques. But i pointed out to him little things like no need to accelerate to a red light and basic hypermiling. He had no idea. Its crazy how most drivers are oblivious to theyre driving habits. They all want to floor it to a red light and slam on the brakes. I showed him how even though cars where passing me, i was keeping up with them in the long run. He didnt care. He calls me a cheapo. I tell him it has nothing to do with the money. It has become more of a challenge.  |
That's it, you're hooked!
My family and friends often find one or another thing funny, until I explain how it contributes to 60+ mpg, then they usually change their attitude a little. I mean, I have saved $500 in gasoline since February. My modding expenses have eaten it all, but soon, I'll be ahead overall. If I can save $900 or more per year in gas, this car will remain amazingly affordable even as parts need replacing and expensive repairs emerge.