Auto FE - It's all about driving style

[almightybmw]

Well I can't say how well I can P&G, as the mountains here make it difficult, and I drive mostly (95%) in town. But I have noticed that by staying under 2000rpms, neutral coasting (this car rocks at that, so heavy), and "pulsing" to a reasonable speed when needed, I've managed to get 200 miles so far on a half tank (I know my gauge, half is more like 1/8 under half). I can't wait to finish the tank off, and see what kind of mileage I've managed. 21.4mpg was the last best in town, so far I'm on track for at least 24mpg, maybe more.

I'll say its challenging to keep the rpms under 2000. I have to contantly watch them and listen, and adjust when it shifts gears. I do know if I can reach 38mph with a warm tranny I'll hit lockup, and that drops me to 1100rpms. That's the sweet spot for crossing town. Helps bundles too that Bozeman is slopped, I can pretty much coast to work every night.

Now if it'd only stop raining I'd bike instead.....