run off the smell of an oily rag
run off the smell of an oily rag
Of a motor vehicle, to operate with exceptionally good fuel efficiency. Primarily heard in Australia, New Zealand. This trusty little car may not look like much, but she runs off the smell of an oily rag.
See also: of, off, oily, rag, run, smell
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
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