02-19-2003, 01:24 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2000
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cruise control question......
Alright....if I put on cruise control, will it save me gas since I am going to be going at a constant speed for around 20-25 minutes instead of using the pedal? I know...stupid question....but I would like to know!
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02-19-2003, 01:44 PM
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depends on the road. if you're going uphill. cruise will shift down in order to maintain the speed you've set.
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02-19-2003, 06:04 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Boston, MA
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Any vehicle will consume more fuel when going up hill or any type of load to the engine. If you are the type of operator who continually varies your speed while driving, for example accelerating for no reason, cruise control can help curve your consumption. It may even keep you from getting a ticket
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02-19-2003, 10:33 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Austin
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please dont use cruise control when you are sleepy though.
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02-20-2003, 07:46 AM
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Admiral
Join Date: May 2000
Location: Recession Central
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It'll save you some trouble. But as look_ma said, if you use it when you're sleepy, you'll rather save yourself from having to go to work that morning.
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