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    Anybody got measurables on the PSI-MPG relationship?

    I keep mine at 42/40 (Prius V, five, 2012) and am getting 45.6 mpg.
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Sep 4, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    My 2012 Prius v getting worse gas mileage now than when I bought it last Nov.

    If you follow Catgic's recommendations of "hybrid driving," you will be surprised at how well your Prius responds and the great gas mileage it can...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Aug 20, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    My 2012 Prius v getting worse gas mileage now than when I bought it last Nov.

    Hi All: If you follow Catgic's recommendations of "hybrid driving," you will be surprised at how well your Prius responds and the great gas...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Summer is here 35 mpg :(

    SageBrush has the right ideas on conserving gas during AC months. My 2012 Prius V (5) is very cool inside when the temperature setting is at 80....
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Jul 6, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    First road trip!

    Hi Clubguy: When you say that the "v" 3 OE wheels offered a somewhat softer ride, how much softer is that? I have the OE 17" with the 2012 V...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Jul 5, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Driving in EV mode with a low battery

    I let my Prius select what it wants. After six months ownership, I get 44.6 mpg which includes some freeway driving and some air conditioning....
    Post by: Jack Cannon, May 30, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Prius v new owner best mpg tips - EV only or pump and glide?

    Mark: I don't think about staying in a "Mode" while driving my Prius v five. I get 44.6 mpg on regular gas (87 Octane) by observing how often I...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, May 22, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Any Radio Antenna Alternatives?

    Hi All: I am considering an "Ultimate Prius V Car Cover" from CarCovers.com. It doesn't accommodate the short "pole" antenna which is standard...
    Thread by: Jack Cannon, Apr 25, 2013, 10 replies, in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    First Tank MPG

    First Tank MPG: You hit the nail on the head on both accounts. My first tank revealed 38.2 mpg at about 650 miles. But, after practicing...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Mar 11, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Drove to Las Vegas and back from Canada ...loved it.

    Schmuly: Sounds like you had a great trip and the back of the wagon looks real comfy. Your gas mileage was pretty darned good too. I'm glad...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Mar 1, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Overall, how close does the v get to EPA?

    Hi. I have only put about 960 miles on my 2012 Prius v 5 (with 17" Toyo tires) and do mostly city driving (85% of the time), but my mpg is much...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Feb 28, 2013 in forum: Prius v Fuel Economy
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    Winter Tire advice and tips

    Interesting information about my OEM 2012 Prius v-5 tires. It came with TOYO P215/50R/17/90W tires. I was checking prices of the GoodYear and...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Feb 4, 2013 in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    Winter Tire advice and tips

    Thanks for the info Mike. I didn't think about the tire pressure sensors at all. Not too knowledgeable these days about vehicles that have tire...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Feb 2, 2013 in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications
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    Winter Tire advice and tips

    Hi Mike. Thanks for responding. You mean I could buy 4-16" wheels and 4-New tires for $1200 and reduce that investment by $400 for trading in...
    Post by: Jack Cannon, Feb 1, 2013 in forum: Prius v Accessories and Modifications