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Old 01-13-2016, 11:21 AM   #99 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by mathump View Post
If aerohead is correct, maybe the solution is to put in the CVT transmission to optimize load on the engine.
Abdicating all control over how the power gets put down isn't a good move. Yes, it's more efficient in steady, predictable acceleration, but there's a lot more to driving than that.
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Transmission type Efficiency
Manual neutral engine off.100% @MPG <----- Fun Fact.
Manual 1:1 gear ratio .......98%
CVT belt ............................88%
Automatic .........................86%

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