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I drive a 2008 Yaris 5-Speed. I have been doing a pulse and glide with the engine off between 50 and 60 MPH for my commute. I have recently started coasting with the engine off up to stop lights and leaving the engine off until the light changes. I have my tire pressure at 42 PSI. I have a scanguage on the way, hopefully that will help some more. Any other suggestions?

First, welcome. Second, great MPGs!

Third, read and re-read Wayne's article "Beating the EPA, the Whys and Hows of Hypermiling." Practice one technique at a time, so you can track the improvements.

Ask us any questions that come up, and please continue to tell us about your success.

Tell us more about your commute

From one Yaris driver to another, welcome! :bananapowerslide:

It sounds like you're off to a great start. I'll add pumping up your tires a bit more, at least to the max sidewall to what kwj said.

My commute is 22 miles each way, mostly highway, mostly flat. I occasionally run into traffic on the way home, but for the most part I am able to go at my own pace.