I accelerate at 90% engine load in the civic, then shift to neutral and coast. The chevy is automatic and doesn't have a gauge, but I do the same thing. For example, there are two stretches of a 1/2 mile between stop signs that I drive often in the chevy. I accelerate the first part, then shift to neutral and coast the rest of the way. If there is traffic ahead, then I just accelerate enough to get closer, then coast and repeat. This works well in the civic, so I figure the results are similar in the chevy, as it is a very good coaster.
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