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Like any machine, your car needs regular tune-ups. Bring your vehicle to technicians who can handle your sophisticated systems and on-board computers.
Air-conditioning reduces fuel economy by as much as 0.43 kilometres per litre. Under-inflated types, by as much as 3%.
Replace spark plugs, timing belts, hoses and filters at proper intervals, with a mechanic who is well-qualified with the latest service bay tools and technology.
Air filters remove debris from the air entering the combustion chamber of the engine. Inspect and replace your air filter at regular intervals to avoid problems.
Check your air filter more frequently if you drive on dirt roads or do a lot of stop-and-go driving.
Decreasing your freeway speed to 88.5km/h increases your fuel economy by up to 20%.
Quick accelerations lower your gas mileage by up to 33%, so apply your accelerator and brakes moderately.
Starting, stopping and idling are bad for your engine and even worse for fuel economy, so avoid rush hour if you can and plan your routes ahead of time.
Extra weight in your trunk requires extra power and fuel from your engine. Fuel economy is lowered by up to 2% for every 45.4 kilograms, especially for smaller, lighter cars.
If you drive a manual car, choose the gear with the lowest rpm that doesn't risk stalling the engine.
For modern fuel-injected vehicles, ‘warming up’ is no longer necessary. Turn off the engine if you’re not moving. Idling gets you 0 km/l and wastes fuel unnecessarily.
Car pooling is a great way to lower your fuel expenditure, while enjoying some great company.
Learn on how Caltex with Techron prevents build-up of harmful deposits in your car’s engine through the use of Techron fuel cleaner.
Explore Caltex premium Havoline and Delo lubricants and engine oils formulated to enhance protection and fuel economy in both gasoline and diesel engines.
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