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Old 07-23-2005   #19
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Re: Ways to save fuel.

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Originally Posted by ju-on
I've also heard that at hwy speeds, you are better off using AC rather then having your windows down. Apparently having the windows down at that speed causes a ton of drag and actually makes you get worse milage then just having them up and the AC on. Anyone else heard this?
That would probably depend on the aerodynamics of the car you are driving. If when you open the windows it becomes a giant wind-sock, then you probably are better off using the air. Otherwise, the A/C compressor obviously takes power/energy to rotate and compress the refrigerant. Doesn't really matter to me, as long as I have A/C that works, I am going to use it!!
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