RAM 1500 EcoDiesel sets new record for MPG

bmanning wrote:

kmbelt wrote:
all of you that actually go by EPA ratings to be valid information are crazy. I have NEVER seen or heard of any vehicle actually hitting those numbers. I always feel that they are inflated by about 2+mpg.

My experience has differed; virtually every vehicle I've ever owned met or even exceeded its EPA rating, and I don't drive very conservatively at all.

And that's the point of the EPA fuel economy ratings. Based on driving style and conditions, each person knows where he stands with respect the EPA ratings. Always close to city ratings, mixed, highway, etc. So it is reasonably safe to assume the next vehicle will be in the same place with respect to EPA ratings. So comparing any vehicles still makes sense you'll know which one will be higher for you!