We all want better fuel economy out of our cars and trucks. Who wouldn’t? By following these 10 fuel saving tips, you’ll go further before needing to fill up.
From properly inflated tires to slowing down on the freeway, there are many ways to get better fuel economy out of your car. Before you and your family take to the roads this summer, follow these 10 fuel saving tips and you’ll will go further before needing a refill.
Slow Down - Aerodynamic drag forces an engine to work harder and use more fuel. Simply decreasing your freeway speeds to 65 mph is not only safer, but it will increase your fuel economy by as much as 20 percent.
Use the Cruise - Using cruise control on the freeway helps maintain more consistent fuel delivery, and when combined with slowing down, can improve fuel economy.
Reduce the Revs - Driving in gears which rev the engine wastes fuel. With automatic transmissions, let the computer determine the proper gear. In manuals, choose the gear with the lowest rpm which doesn’t risk stalling or “lugging” the engine.
Don’t be a Jackrabbit - Quick accelerations might get you off the line faster, but it will get you empty faster too; lowering gas mileage by as much as 33 percent. Engines require the most fuel when accelerating from a full stop, so apply the gas moderately. And oh yeah, hard braking is equally bad for fuel economy!
Watch your Tires - Not only are under-inflated tires dangerous, but they can reduce your fuel economy by up to 3 percent. So keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressure.
Empty the Trunk - Does your trunk double as a mobile storage facility? All that extra weight requires extra power and extra fuel from your engine. For every 100 pounds, fuel economy is reduced by 2 percent, especially if you drive a smaller, lighter car.
Keep in Tune - You depend on your car every day, and your car depends on you. Visit your trusted service mechanic for regular tune ups. Not only will it help your car last longer, but you’ll also see better fuel economy.
Avoid the Idle - Unnecessary idling is one of the most common ways of wasting fuel - you get 0 mpg. What about “warming up” the engine? In most every climate, modern fuel injected cars don’t require warming up. If you’re not moving or about to move, turn off the engine
Plan Ahead - If you’re going out for an errand run, plan all of your stops ahead of time to avoid unnecessary driving. And try not to drive during rush hour; the constant starting, stopping and idling hurts fuel economy.
Park the Car –Walk, bicycle, car pool and take public transportation whenever you can. It not only saves fuel, but you can also get a great workout in the process!
Source: EPA and API
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