I drive a small automatic car. For the most part, it struggles a bit with steep uphills, and picks up speed when going downhill. That’s to be expected.

But then I noticed some downhills actually slow it down. I’ve noticed during a two-hour motorway trip I often do to visit family, there are some specific downhills, not all, just some, where my car always slows down and I have no idea why.

Ideas?

  • Mothra@mander.xyzOP
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    1 year ago

    Okay. I’ll fix a marked water bottle to the dashboard for the next trip, and see how the level stacks against the mark.

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      1 year ago

      The water level will be affected by the car’s acceleration, which is likely also affecting your inner ear and causing the illusion in the first place.

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        1 year ago

        You’ve crushed my hopes. There has to be a way that doesn’t require stopping the car