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Everything about Hypermiling
Using the least fuel over a distance
Hypermiling is driving or flying a vehicle with techniques that maximize fuel efficiency. Those who use these techniques are called "hypermilers". In the case of cars, this is an extreme form of energy-efficient driving, where hypermilers can achieve up to 100 mpg‑US in hybrid cars that have EPA ratings of 30 to 45 mpg. Wikipedia →
🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path
- Read the overview: HypermilingA 5-minute orientation
- Pick up a classic book: Hypermiling 101The most-reprinted book on the subject
- Go sideways: Fuel economy in automobilesA closely related topic
- Go sideways: Toyota RAV4 EVA closely related topic
📖 Definitions
Noun Driving a motor vehicle slowly so as to maximize fuel efficiency.
🏆 Landmark papers (most cited)
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📚 Books worth reading
- 📕Hypermiling 101Kurt Clarke · 2011
- 📕HypermilingNishant Baxi · 2016
- 📕Big Book of Hypermiling Techniques : Hypermiling Tips to Save Gas You Should KnowClemencia Coppa · 2021
- 📕Saving Fuel with HypermilingJonas Smith · 2012
- 📕Hypermiling - How to Make Your Car Go Futher with Less GasJohannes Mbuti · 2015
- 📕Safe Hypermiling Techniques : Driving Tricks Stretch Miles per Gallon Everyone Should KnowLakeesha Gonzolez · 2021
- 📕Gas DownRich Menga · 2019
- 📕Fuel EconomyTony Carter · 2014
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