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Old 12-27-2017, 03:21 PM   #14 (permalink)
redpoint5
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Originally Posted by KrautBurner View Post
now I'm noticing a 5-8mpg drop
(but the weather has gotten cold as well)

we'll see how they do once it warms back up
Not only are new tires less fuel efficient, but the increased tread diameter means the wheel spins less revolutions for any given speed. New tires will report less miles driven than worn tires.
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