Know-how ways to save:
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- If you haven’t already,
change to synthetic motor oil. It reduces engine friction and can
improve gas mileage.
- Adding fuel injector
cleaner at every oil change will keep injector nozzles clean, and
spraying properly, which will create better combustion and deliver
maximum power.
- Consider installing
window film in southern climates, it can reduce cabin temperature as
much as 20 degrees; dramatically reducing the need for air conditioning
that consumes additional gas. Check local laws on www.gilafilms.com.
- After filling up, be
sure the gas cap clicks 3 times. Improperly seated gas caps allow 147
million gallons of fuel to vaporize every year in the U.S.
- Consider a locking gas
cap, but be sure it meets/exceeds your vehicle manufacturer
specifications.
- Plan your day
efficiently. The less trips you have to make, the more you save in fuel.
Buying gas the
right way:
- Buy gasoline during the
coolest time of day—early morning or late evening is best. During these
times gasoline is densest. Keep in mind that gas pumps measure volumes
of gasoline, not densities of fuel concentration. You are charged
according to volume of measurement. *
Know-how ways to
drive and save:
- Eliminate “jackrabbit
starts.” Accelerate slowly when starting from a dead stop.
- Traveling at 55 mph
produces up to 21% better mileage when compared to 65 - 70 mph.
- Maintain momentum
everywhere possible. The less inertia your vehicle has to overcome, the
less fuel it will use.
- Think ahead when
approaching hills. If you accelerate, do it gently before you reach the
hill, not while you're on it.
Start your
engines:
- Avoid prolonged warming
up of engine, even on cold mornings—30 to 45 seconds is plenty of time.
- Don't start and stop
engine needlessly. Idling your engine for one minute consumes the same
amount of gas as when you start the engine.
Know-how in
Advance:
- Stoplights are usually
timed for your motoring advantage. By traveling steadily at the legal
speed limit you boost your chances of having the "green light" all the
way.
- Regular tune-ups ensure
the best fuel economy; check your owner's manual for recommended
maintenance intervals. Special attention should be given to maintaining
clean air filters and proper tire pressures.
- Inflate all tires to the
manufacturer’s recommendations for the vehicle; rolling resistance
created by low tire pressure can reduce mileage as much as 25%.
- Running your vehicle’s
air conditioner can reduce fuel economy by 10% to 20%.
- Remove excess weight
from trunk or inside of car. Extra weight reduces mileage, especially
when driving up inclines.
- Car pools reduce travel
monotony and gas expense—all riders chip in to help you buy gas.
Conversation helps to keep the driver alert.
- During cold weather,
remove snow and ice from your vehicle, which otherwise can cause
tremendous wind resistance and add up to 100 additional pounds to the
vehicle.
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