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Old 03-18-2022, 03:53 PM   #391 (permalink)
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Last 3: 70.09 mpg (US)

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90 day: 52.71 mpg (US)

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90 day: 70.75 mpg (US)

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CBS National News calling...

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HELLO

I work at CBS National News and doing a story on saving fuel and hypermilers. I would like to show some DIY modifications and saw your miata posting. Can I use these pictures in my piece. We an credit youon screen with your name …let me know
My prediction: it'll be a "lighthearted" segment along the lines of:

"Look at the crazy things high gas prices are leading to, LOL!"

I'm fine with that.

PS: this is the pic they asked to use...


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