This hypermiling video demonstrates what the author calls a Low Assist and Glide technique. The hypermiler is driving a Honda Civic hybrid for the low electric assist feature.
August 30th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
This hypermiling video demonstrates what the author calls a Low Assist and Glide technique. The hypermiler is driving a Honda Civic hybrid for the low electric assist feature.
August 29th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
A 2007 interview with Randall Burkhalter from Hybrid Fest. Randall reveals a lot of hypermiling techniques and secrets he used to win the hypermiling competition, clocking in at over 120 mpg. Randall says one of the biggest hypermiling contributors is driver attitude. A great interview, check it out!
August 28th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
This is a video shot on the road by a hypermiler driving around Denver. By learning traffic patterns, hypermilers can better plan routes for a safer and more efficient drive. Avoiding high traffic areas and rough terrain can help a hypermiler save serious mpg!
August 27th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Here's a video discussing the effects of using acetone with your gasoline to increase your mpg. Can acetone have a positive effect for hypermilers? Check out this video to find out more information!
August 26th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Here's a video clip of a hypermiler showing off his amazing stats. He clocks in at a whopping 125mpg while cruising along at 40mpg. The scanguage doesn't lie - check it out for yourself!
August 26th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Wayne Gerdes comes on the Rachel Maddow show to talk about the benefits of hypermiling to save on gas. It's a radio interview, but they show a video of President Bush on a Harley to keep things interesting.
August 25th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Here's a CBC report on hypermiling. Get a look at some Canadian hypermilers in action - high gas prices aren't just affecting people in the US, there are people all over the world hypermiling. These hypermilers are getting some serious kilometers per gallon!
August 24th, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Here's a cool video showing you hypermiling in a Caprice. It's shot from the driver's point of view, so you can see exactly what it's like. He employs the FAS hypermiling technique which can be dangerous if attempted, so don't try this at home unless you know what you're doing!
August 23rd, 2008 Sam Posted in Video No Comments »
Here's a cool video of a hypermiler cruising on the highway and showing off some hypermiling techniques. This offers a driver's view of what hypermiling is like. There's also helpful text accompanying the video so you can see exactly what kind of tricks he's using.
August 22nd, 2008 Sam Posted in Hypermiling Basics, Video No Comments »
Here's a really well produced video by a hypermiler showing you some basic secrets. The video shows a variety of techniques and hypermiling basics like FAS and cruising to stop lights and stop signs. Definitely worth a watch and especially helpful for hypermiling beginners.