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Old 05-16-2011, 10:43 PM   #25 (permalink)
iwgl1981
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Originally Posted by Forrest View Post
Your not all lying. Many things affect your gas mileage. I just think some of you don't understand it.

28-30 can be achieved on a warm sunny day and your traveling long distance on a flat road with out many hills.

Short 30 minute trip not so flat roads all highway your gonna see 24-25.

I my self have achieved 29mpg highway with ease on a nice road mostly flat and cruise control at 65. Reality is though expect to get 24-25 because its the most consistent baseline I get in my driving.

Things that I think affect your MPG
Heat level affects tire PSI then affects MPG.
Hills on the road affect MPG
The highway your traveling is uphill verses down hill.
Rain, non rain.
I'd agree with those variables. Thanks for that response dude. Type of gas as well as brand or octane I think could be another. Reminds me wish I had Chevron in my area.
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