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Old 11-26-2008, 11:01 PM   #116 (permalink)
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Blackfly - '98 Geo Metro
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90 day: 54.46 mpg (US)

Even Fancier Metro - '14 Mitsubishi Mirage top spec
90 day: 70.75 mpg (US)

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Originally Posted by EVDRVR View Post
I think it is the the solar car from McGill University that has full wheel fairing that just sort of "fly out" on there own in turns. Now, that might be a great way to get to know the local traffic officers. Wave at them in the corners with your front fenders.
Maybe McGill does, but I just saw a video showing U of Waterloo's solar car and they have front, top-hinged skirts (but actuated, not pushed open by the tire). Not the best screen grab (tadpole config., viewed from rear in right turn):

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