Compared to a six - speed operation, the wider gear spread enables an average improvement in fuel economy of more than 3 %, and more responsive performance. (greencarcongress.com)
Larger operations tend to have greater profitability, because of economies of scale, but, at the same time, these businesses would likely capitalize more than smaller ones from any innovations. (canadianbusiness.com)
These points and miles are less valuable when used for domestic flights in economy class, especially when travelers have the ability to book flights with plenty of advanced notice. (wisebread.com)