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Message from Dean - May 8th 2007
I am currently testing out a new version of the APF Bridge Component - If you notice any errors within this demo store please drop me a line.
from: PLX Kiwi
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Binding: Automotive
Brand: PLX Kiwi
EAN: 0897346002009
Item Dimensions: 22034050
Label: PLX Kiwi
Manufacturer: PLX Kiwi
Model: 9
MPN: 9
Publisher: PLX Kiwi
Size: small
Studio: PLX Kiwi
Features:- Monitors your driving habits across four parameters to help you save fuel and money
- "Drive Green" mode shows users how to maximize fuel economy
- Checks for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), clears the codes, and can turn off the "Check Engine" light
- Displays instant and average MPG values, dollar amount of gas used and saved, and can scan 26 different engine parameters in real time
- Compatible with all 1996 & newer vehicles including: gas, diesel, ethanol, CNG, E85 & hybrid
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When you plug this thing in you are greeted by a beautiful bright screen. The user interface is pretty easy to navigate with the directional keys. Text is large and straight forward.
Once the unit is plugged into your dash's OBD II port it scans all that information into the device in real time. I drive a WRX so this unit plugs underneath your driver steering column. Once the unit is powered it figures out your vehicle's performance. It knows how much you accelerate and brake, then the unit some how figures out a mathematical formula to teach you how to drive more smoother.
Before getting my unit I was driving about 21MPG. Driving using the Kiwi's tool I was able to push it up to 26MPG. My WRX isn't very efficient. So your mileage may vary.
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I've had my Kiwi for several months now and I'm very pleased with it. It's been a fun, neat and valuable tool for me to experiment with my gas mileage during my boring commutes to and from work. My daily commute ranges between 20-30 minutes and I've been using my Kiwi to determine which route saves me the most time and gas. With the Kiwi I've discovered that my driving behavior plays a tremendous part in my fuel efficiency. I've also been able to discover which routes save the most gas.
I've experimented with my driving behavior quite a bit and I've noticed that my Lexus can range as much as 35% on the same route. On some days I'll drive aggressively by accelerating rapidly and braking aggressively. My Kiwi Score would drop to about 78 with an MPG of about 20 and a cost per trip of ~$1.4. On other days, I'll baby the car, keep my momentum in turns, plan ahead and stop gradually and I'll get a 92 Kiwi Score with 28 MPG and a cost per trip of ~$1. When I arrive at my destination, ... Read More
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If you'll notice the maker and other reviewers say very little about how much this device will actually improve MPG. The basics of efficient driving - reducing speed, accelerating gently (unless you have a hybrid and then that may not apply), and coasting as much as possible when stopping - will make some difference, in my experience perhaps 10%. But you don't need a device to guide you to do those things do you? Well, maybe you do, and then this device will help remind and reward you in a game like way for doing these things.
But are you looking to have fun with a new toy or do you actually want to make any real difference in your pocketbook and the environment? Then you need to get a more fuel efficient vehicle. It's just that simple. Saving 10% on a 20mpg vehicle is only the equivalent of driving a 22mpg vehicle. Think of the difference you could make with a 30mpg vehicle while sacrificing very little; that's 50%! Or how about a Prius or Civic Hybrid at over 40mpg; thats 100%! ... Read More
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I have owned a Kiwi when it first came out into the market in June, and I say I am very happy with it. I think Kiwi designer has put in a lot of thoughts into the product. Kiwi is more than a simple gas saving device. Its concept is to bring conscious and responsibility to the driver to be aware of his/her driving habit and to change it to drive more greenly.
I found many useful features builded in with the product. The neatest thing is it reports the cost of each trip for the driver to be conscious not to spend $5 worth of gas just to go buy a a pack of gum. It's also pretty intellegent that it automatically detects different OBDII standards in the cars and automatically adjust itself to work flawlessly with it, a truely plug-n-play. Once installed, it goes to sleep and wake up automatically every time you drive the car. It also give ability to keep track of previous several trips to show improvement or lack of improvement in MPG and your driving behavior.
I found that ... Read More
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A friend had mentioned he had a KIWI and I thought it would be interesting to try it out on a recent road trip. It's marketed as 'fun' so I wondered if it would be helpful in any way. Much to my surprise I found that I adjusted my driving style quite often to keep my 'score' up which meant I was increasing my MPG. It's extremely easy to install, use, read, etc and is 100% portable from vehicle to vehicle. For those who do a lot of driving it would certainly pay for itself in a relatively short amount of time!
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