Thread: Taller Tire Test (5.7% MPG increase observed on Honda CR-Z @ 55-65 MPH)
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Old 10-30-2012, 05:34 PM   #32 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by rmay635703 View Post
I think the tires load rating (and loading), PSI and aero drag likely play more of a role than their size in terms of FE. (although they are also related)
Interesting. How might load rating affect FE?
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