Throttle controller for improved eco driving?

jd8521 said:

Has anyone with a throttle controller noticed an increase in eco driving? I'm not complaining about the MPG of my Versa, but I've wondered if it could get better :46:. The NTD controller seems to be the best bang for the $$ and it would be a great excuse to buy some upgrades.

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It will be able to get you better MPG's for sure.

localnemesis said:

i think you will because it will limit your RPM you can do it your self

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It doesn't limit the RPM but it does change the ratio between pedal placement and throttle position. Basically when you push your pedal down say 10% of the way stock the throttle opens 25%. You can adjust that with this controller. In eco you push 10% the throttle may open only 5%. In sport you press 10% it opens say 40%. This is not actual numbers but it does explain how it works.

Another useful tool to get is a scan gaugeII. It doesn't alter anything but having a readout of MPG in real time will subconsciously alter your driving style if you are looking to get better MPG. Plus it can do a lot of other things.

If your really serious get both. Free way to get better MPG is to just slow down. Read up on www.cleanmpg.com for great tips on driving.