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Old Jul 29, 2013 | 6:44 am
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gabrielsreign
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Thank you guys for your inputs.

Originally Posted by TWA884
I've been driving hybrids for over nine years. I know how to squeeze maximum mileage in urban and suburban environments. However, on long road trips the fuel savings is insignificant unless you do a lot of your driving in rolling hills territory (where the battery has an opportunity to recharge).
This is a very good point you(TWA884) bring up. I have heard that Ford Fusion hybrids utilize their batteries up till about 62?? mph?

http://www.caranddriver.com/features...on-future-cars

For highway driving that would be helpful ... don't you think?... hopefully not annoying drivers if I stay on the right most lane safely a 100 feet behind a truck.
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