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Old 03-30-2018, 02:14 PM   #222 (permalink)
Ecky
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Originally Posted by ksa8907 View Post
In harsh winter, I would suggest simply using hold mode and running the engine.

I notice very little change in fuel economy between 30F and 50F. The problem is the engine tries to warm things up but doesn't ever actually get warm. So the engine is constantly running much colder than what would be efficient.

I do like the car a lot, but winter comfort is a bit lacking in the gen1 volt.
My current car is a bit lacking in winter comfort.
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