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Does anyone use a Slick additive to oil?
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Interseting article about friction on NextBigFuture:
Engine Friction can be overcome for 18% fuel efficiency gains in 5-10 years and up to 61% in 15-25 years
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Part of the BMW Efficient Dynamics stuff is a significant reduction in mechanical losses due to friction, as well as things like stop-start. Not sure if they use coatings and PTFE specifically though.
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