Saving Gasoline

[the_traveler]

I'm not sure a single car's engine would be able to haul all the following cars. BUT, if every couple of cars did engage their transmissions, and of course you'd want to use diesel to maximize fuel efficiency, I've thought of a great name for such a contraption: how about calling it a Diesel Multiple Unit? :lol:

Or maybe Amroad! :lol: (No, I think that name is taken already!)

 

[Joel N. Weber II]

Think of how efficient it would be if you never had to slow for the vehicle in front of you. How? By connecting any cars traveling in the same direction together. Matter of fact, you could have the lead car doing all the work, and the following cars with engines off in neutral. Man, what a great idea. Sounds kind of familiar though... <_<

It doesn't quite work that well for trains. The EMU subway system I frequently ride sometimes has trains sitting around on the tracks between Davis and Alewife, waiting for the next train to depart Alewife to free up platform space.