There’s a wide range of simple and easy tips that drivers can implement to not only save money on fuel – but to make their vehicles more efficient and durable. In this blog entry, the Chicago roadside assistance service and fuel delivery service experts here at Towing Chicago will detail the best ways to improve your gas mileage.
Don’t Accelerate and Brake Too Much
Excessive braking and acceleration drains fuel, just as sitting in stalled traffic can drain fuel. Frequent rapid acceleration and sudden braking stresses your vehicle out, and makes it less fuel-efficient. To improve fuel efficiency, drive more efficiently, avoid idling and utilize cruise control when you can.
Vehicle Maintenance
You can make your car more fuel-efficient by performing preventative maintenance on your vehicle. This maintenance can identify issues that guzzle gas early before they get worse. Always use the manufacturer’s recommended grade/type of motor oil. Engines with clogged up or dirty air filters have to work much harder than clean air filters; remember to change your vehicle air filters to improve your gas mileage.
Tire Inflation
Underinflated tires negatively impact vehicle gas mileage. It’s estimated that tires inflated to manufacturer-recommended pressure can improve gas mileage up to 3 percent. Every LB per inch decline in pressure under recommended pressure levels is akin to a 0.2% drop in fuel efficiency.
Extra Weight
Heavy vehicles cause engines to work harder requiring more gas. Try to avoid carrying unnecessary heavy equipment in your vehicle or trunk. By losing this excess weight, you will allow your engine to move your vehicle more easily, improving your gas mileage.
Less Traveling
Make your trips more efficient to drive less. Whenever possible, combine errands into a single trip, especially if they’re in the same area or along the same route. This can allow you to save a great deal of money on gasoline.
