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Old 06-01-2016, 01:25 PM   #49 (permalink)
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90 day: 52.71 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by redpoint5 View Post
My worthless anecdote is that a coworker bought a new Charger 5.7L V8. Americans aren't concerned about their 16 MPG vehicle when fuel prices are so low.
Related:

Memorial Day gas prices will be the lowest in over a decade

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Prices have increased every day for the last 12 days in a row leading to the highest fuel prices Americans have seen all year. Despite the extra pinch drivers are experiencing this month, 2016 is still set to have the lowest Memorial Day weekend fuel prices since 2005
Also related: unfortunately, traffic fatalities are also on the rise, despite ever-safer cars. Because Americans are driving more than ever before.

Research Links Cheap Gas Prices With More Road Deaths - Fortune
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