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   Energy efficient driving strategies  evaluated  
The shortest time driving strategy including maximum acceleration followed by driving at maximum speed and maximum braking before stops is very energy consuming. Various driving strategies exist that can save considerable amounts of energy at the cost of slightly increased running time.
Technology field: Energy efficient driving
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References / Links:  Lee 1999
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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