Testing Improving Gas Mileage Myths

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Originally Posted by HudsonValleyTitan

Watch that episode again. Their findings were exactly opposite. They actually bagged the "A/C on windows up" myth. They got better mileage with the windows down and A/C off in their Ford SUVs.

Thanks for that link....very interesting reading. The leadfoot one was funny though, funny because I didn't think anyone had to actually test that!

That episode kind of upset me. The test were kinda pointless, because if you remember they couldn't go above 35mph on that track. The only thing they proved is that at 35mph where wind resistance is minimal, your A/C off with the windows down gets you better gas milage in an Explorer. They should have tested various vehicles at different speeds. Especially around 65-70 mph where most people drive.