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I enjoy your writing style, & appreciate your technical knowledge, Richard. I don't think you should include a reference to Social Darwinism without acknowledging that it's thoroughly discredited, was never promoted by Darwin, and has no credible or intelligent following.
I used to ride a 90cc motorcycle, with a top speed of 55 mph on the level, and 70 mph on downhills or with strong tailwinds. When big rigs would pass me, I could tuck in behind them and get sucked up to 70 mph & stay there as long as I stayed within about 30' of their rear ends.
I've found minimal benefit staying 2-3 seconds behind trucks. I use more fuel keeping up with them than I do going my slower speeds.
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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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