We should all want, and have, real-time fuel economy gauges in our cars
I love reading about great ideas. In this case: Putting a mpg-meter, fuel economy gauge, fuel consumption feedback - call it what you want - in all cars.
One important reason why hybrid cars result in better mileage is that drivers suddenly have an indication of how various aspects of their driving habits shape mileage. Hybrid mailing lists are filled with people taking about "driver break-in periods" as new drivers, given immediate feedback from the car, learn how to drive in a mileage-optimal fashion. Most hybrid drivers see a steady improvement in mileage over the first year because of this.
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