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Arminius · 06-12-2008, 05:18 AM

Typically articles on the subject say that you will increase efficiency by up to 2% for every 100 pounds. I think that's a number that they pull out of their butts, but it's a good guess for the average vehicle.

06-12-2008, 05:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
Arminius Future EV Owner Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Sussex Wisconsin Posts: 674 Wannabe - '05 Honda Civic LX 90 day: 40.53 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Typically articles on the subject say that you will increase efficiency by up to 2% for every 100 pounds. I think that's a number that they pull out of their butts, but it's a good guess for the average vehicle. __________________