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Old 02-10-2009, 08:30 AM   #19 (permalink)
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Nice calculation ConnClark. However, I once calculated efficiency of an engine using EPA mileage for my Matrix and Paseo. It came out to 13% for each. 23% would be a HUGE increase. Ironically, thats about what it came out to be when I plugged in my summer mileage for the Paseo (which wasn't too far from 100% above EPA). There are pretty huge gains to be had for supplimenting or replacing gasoline for electric power.
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