For me it is the fact that our blood contains iron. I earlier used to believe the word stood for some ‘organic element’ since I couldn’t accept we had metal flowing through our supposed carbon-based bodies, till I realized that is where the taste and smell of blood comes from.

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    Using engine brakes can cause your car to not use fuel in some cases.

    I’ve read and heard this from different sources (even driving instructors) and I don’t get how it’s possible. Your engine is still running, doesn’t it use at least as much as it does while it’s idling?

    Edit: thank you all for your answers. I knew how the engine brake effect worked, my confusion was about exactly why the engine didn’t consume fuel in the process. I now understand so thanks all.