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Old 02-01-2014, 07:45 PM   #3 (permalink)
redneck
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Geo XL1 - '94 Geo Metro
Team Metro
Boat tails and more mods
90 day: 72.22 mpg (US)

Big, Bad & Flat - '01 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT
Team Cummins
90 day: 21.13 mpg (US)
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Lets see...

1. Light weight aluminum chassis.
2. High efficiency diesel engine.
3. Starter generator combo
4. 6 speed trans
5. Adjustable ride height
6. Utilizes front and rear carbon fiber composite (crash protection?)
7. Accelerator pedal feedback.
8. Lightweight seats
9. Engine electrical accessories are switched
10. Electric brake pump is switched

*Extra* - Personal climate control

So, it goes to show that they are fully aware of what it takes to get good fuel mileage.

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