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Speed sucks!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy' started by orracle, Jun 28, 2008.

  1. orracle

    orracle Whaddaya mean "senior" member?

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    Due to some happy circumstances and perfect driving conditions, my Pri was sitting my driveway with 126 miles and 62.4 mpg. I was thrilled!!

    Alas, I knew it couldn't last. We were going to visit my son in Indiana. From Gurnee to route 41 south, a total of the tank of 197 miles I still had over 61 mpg. Then, my dream died...:hurt:

    Between traffic (I thought avoiding I65 would be a better bet) and my husband and daughter "encouraging" me to hurry up, it was into the 57's when we arrived.

    My daughter had to be home by a certain time. Result: 54.1 for 507 miles!! Arrgggh!! I know, most people would be overjoyed--but they aren't Prius owners!:(
     
    #1 orracle, Jun 28, 2008
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    Ah, yes. MPG. The new holy grail and status symbol. Speed now sucks.
     
    #2 Godiva, Jun 28, 2008
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    #3 TonyPSchaefer, Jun 29, 2008
  4. orracle

    orracle Whaddaya mean "senior" member?

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    How fast were you going? 60+MPG is quite impressive :)

    next time make the kid pay for the gas, see what happens!
     
    #5 Lexus_Prius, Jul 2, 2008
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    It has been almost a week now that i have fully driven my Pri...and I have realized that i no longer speed. Speed does suck...I get to my destination, enjoying the drive while increasing my MPG. Life is much nicer when it's taken slower. ;)
    Yes, that sounds corny...but it's true.
     
    #6 roxanna, Jul 3, 2008
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