Topic: Carrying passengers and loads · Nº 367 / 574
Llevar la baca portaequipajes vacía:
Driving with an empty roof rack:
- ANo afecta al consumoDoes not affect fuel consumption
- BAumenta el consumo por la resistencia al aireIncreases fuel consumption because of air resistance
- CEs recomendable por seguridadIs advisable for safety
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Correct answer
- BAumenta el consumo por la resistencia al aireIncreases fuel consumption because of air resistance
Explanation
A roof rack, even when empty, increases aerodynamic drag and fuel consumption. It is advisable to remove it when it is not in use.
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