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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1975
Page
9
Rep. Les Aspin cites Navy Board of Inspection and Survey reports, noting only 5 of 82 ships inspected from 1966 to 1974 were fully combat ready. He concludes about 30 ships of the 500-ship fleet meet readiness standards and urges repair over new construction. He cites manpower shortages and undermanned ratings as key factors.
Shell conducted a three phase test on a sabotaged company car to measure mileage gains. After adjusting tune up and tires, 23 drivers improved from 13.6 mpg to 15.6 mpg. Driving habits raised efficiency to 16.8 mpg, a 23.5 percent gain, equating to nearly three months of fuel yearly.
The feature explains mileage markers at Shell Stations guiding drivers to optimize fuel efficiency. It advises consulting a Shell Dealer about vehicle condition for potential improvements and mentions the markers serve as reminders for economical driving.
Dave Berry of Shell Oil Company issues a call for questions and offers to send a copy of the booklet Confessions of a Mileage Champion. He notes his address at C. Box 61609 Civic Center Station Houston Texas 77208 for requests.
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