A Gentle Driver Wants to Bring the Heat

Dear Car Talk:

I drive a 6-speed 2012 Mini. I pride myself on being a gentle driver. My goal is to drive so smoothly that you'll fall asleep in the passenger seat. This means I shift early; I try to keep the engine speed between 1,800-2,500 rpm.

In the winter, could I heat up the car's interior more quickly by waiting longer to shift into a higher gear? I have the winter package (heated seats and side mirrors), but it would be nice to warm up the air a little faster.
www.thinkyoung.com.ng

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A Gentle Driver Wants to Bring the Heat

Dear Car Talk:

I drive a 6-speed 2012 Mini. I pride myself on being a gentle driver. My goal is to drive so smoothly that you'll fall asleep in the passenger seat. This means I shift early; I try to keep the engine speed between 1,800-2,500 rpm.

In the winter, could I heat up the car's interior more quickly by waiting longer to shift into a higher gear? I have the winter package (heated seats and side mirrors), but it would be nice to warm up the air a little faster.
www.thinkyoung.com.ng

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