I recently read that, some years ago, a couple of people drove across the country without using their brakes. The brakes were sealed, and it was proven that they were never touched. It must have taken some care and planning, and they must have really had a great feel for anticipating traffic and road conditions.
Imagine being able to plan every stop so just the vehicles inertia and rolling resistance brings you to a smooth stop. Picture having so much room behind the traffic that you don't have to slam on the brakes when you're surprised by someone. How much more efficiently would you use each gallon of gas if you weren't wasting it as heat in your brakes?
Of course, the reality is that, in today's traffic, people cut us off, lights change often, and it's really hard to avoid using our brakes completely. But try going a day or two remembering the ideal - no wasting your gas with your brakes. Make the gas you use take you as far as possible. And you just might find your dollars going farther, and you'll leave some of that traffic stress behind. Just remember to do what you have to if you really do need the brakes. Safety first, then great economy.
Best wishes for safe driving!
Nick
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