Thread: The AX Eco Project : 100 mpg target !
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Old 09-08-2013, 06:35 PM   #98 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by HypermilerAX View Post
I finally cut the wheel covers down to the rim diameter +15 mm (vs +28 mm).
I removed my 2 mirrors and put 2 white plastic panels, I will work on inside mirrors.
I finished the wheel skirts. Some tape before and after to make the airflow as smooth as possible.
I will have to bore a hole into the covers because now if I wanted to check air pressure I would have to remove the whole skirt and cover.
One question... Is driving without rear view mirrors legal in France?
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Gerhard Plattner: "The best attitude is to consider fuel saving a kind of sport. Everybody who has enough money for a strong car, can drive fast and hit the pedal. But saving fuel requires concentration, self-control and cleverness. It's a challenge with the nice effect of saving you money that you can use for other more important things."
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