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Old 11-14-2012, 09:17 AM   #24 (permalink)
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Ah, with an automatic things are different. As you found, avoiding a downshift is the first priority. Once you've satisfied that, then look at the highest engine load you can sustain. It won't be as high as you can do on a manual, the car won't let you do that.
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