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New VW Jetta Diesel Tops Prius in Fuel-Economy Marathon Test »
Posted by: pagey 1 month, 3 weeks ago in Business & Finance
It's this year's ultimate MPG comparison test: the just-released 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDi diesel against the uber-popular 2008 Toyota Prius hybrid. And PopularMechanics ...
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DIY Remove Radio Antenna For More Aerodynamic Ride »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month, 1 week ago in Science & Technology
DIY Remove Radio Antenna For More Aerodynamic Ride
Written on October 6, 2008. Written by Zac.
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Car's Underside / Belly Pan - Make it Aerodynamic : Gas Saver Guide »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month ago in Science & Technology
The underside of your car is one of its most aerodynamically dirty areas. Most vehicles will benefit by fitting a smooth undertray - something manufacturers are ...
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DIY Throttle Body Spacer - Extra 1-3 MPG For 30 Mins of Work »
Posted by: sudiger 1 day, 16 hours ago in Science & Technology
This is an easy mod for most cars. I have been trying to think of stuff I have not done to my car and one ...
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Posted by: sudiger 4 weeks, 1 day ago in Science & Technology
For those considering replacing their tires with a LRR versions, this report is a good place to start for general info. It' s getting long ...
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Interesting EcoDriving (Hypermiling) Studies »
Posted by: sudiger 4 weeks ago in Science & Technology
Here are a few interesting studies and presentations on eco-driving, or hypermiling, and their effect not only on personal gas mileage but on emissions as ...
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More Cold Weather Hypermiling Dos and Donts »
Posted by: sudiger 3 days, 16 hours ago in Science & Technology
1. Do not over inflate tires. I know this is an important thing to do for most Hypermilers, but in bad weather, you need the ...
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DIY Rear Wheel Skirt (Improved Aerodynamics) »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month, 2 weeks ago in Science & Technology
My philosophy is to try to find a “ ready-made” part I can re-use for mods. I have been looking for a “ pie-pan” with a big ...
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List of Most Common Gas Mileage Tips »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month, 1 week ago in Science & Technology
Gas prices are insanely high these days, its hard to deal with. Here is a compiled list of some of the most common, simplest, and ...
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Knowing The Light Will Change - Gas Saver Guide »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month ago in Science & Technology
The obvious strategy here is to avoid stop and go, you may slowly coast up to a stoplight when turning red to avoid having to ...
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DIY - Replace Stock Thermostat For Better Fuel Economy : Gas Saver Guide »
Posted by: sudiger 4 days, 15 hours ago in Science & Technology
Replacing the thermostat is one of the easiest, cheapest, and most imperceptible ways to increase fuel economy. Stock thermostats, which generally open at around 180 ...
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Air Dam For MPG Increase »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month ago in Science & Technology
Extending a dam to the level of the lowest underbody component (possibly lower depending on the vehicle) diverts air away from (around) the most aerodynamically ...
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Maintenance is Important - Common Issues That Cause Low MPG »
Posted by: sudiger 4 weeks, 1 day ago in Science & Technology
This list is by no means all inclusive, but it does cover the most common issues that cause a drop in fuel economy. Make sure ...
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Hummer Drivers - Colbert Report on America’s Hero’s (video) »
Posted by: twilightearth 3 weeks, 3 days ago in Humor
Colbert report on American Hero’ s Hummer Drivers. What could be more American than a Hummer with fake machine guns, a grenade stick shift and ...
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Side Mirrors - An Aerodynamic Nightmare »
Posted by: sudiger 1 month, 1 week ago in Science & Technology
Others replace the outside mirror with convex, in-car mirrors or extra width rear view mirrors. Cameras and LCD screens are a favourite of the concept ...
