If you want to get the most out of your vehicle in terms of fuel efficiency, follow these simple guidelines and see an immediate increase in your car’s mileage or MPG.
Drive at recommended speeds – Driving at a recommended constant speed means less heavy braking and fewer press/release sessions with the throttle (accelerator). This is the key to fuel efficiency. Remember that fuel consumption is higher in both cases, whether you are accelerating at low speeds with low gears or at high speeds with high gears. The key to maximum mileage is to maintain a constant vehicle speed in the highest gear while driving within a speed range of 28 mph (45 km/h) to 38 mph (60 km/h) in the city and about 55 m/hr (90 km/hr) on the highway.
Keep the tire pressure between the recommended levels – Under-inflated tires can decrease your vehicle’s mileage by up to 5% in a month. That’s an eye-opening figure considering how much fuel you can waste just because your car’s tires aren’t inflated correctly. Less tire pressure means higher rolling resistance and more traction, which results in more horsepower and load requirements on the engine to propel the vehicle at the cost of more fuel. Check your tire pressure at least once a month and keep it within the recommended limits to get the best mileage.
Have your vehicle serviced at regular intervals – Plan to service your car based on usage and driving conditions and service it after regular intervals to maintain a well-tuned machine. Changing and tuning the engine oil, minor repairs, greasing, and cleaning major vehicle parts can dramatically improve fuel efficiency. A well-maintained car engine means less fuel consumption, better performance and fewer emissions.
limit the use o Air Conditioning: Use car air conditioning sparingly as it uses fuel to cool the car’s cabin. Turn it off when not needed. In case you drive in hot conditions, be sure to check the air conditioning regularly to keep it in optimal condition. You can avoid using the air conditioner by always parking your vehicle in the shade.
Plan your trip and Car-Pool – No other option compares to this in terms of fuel efficiency. You definitely save fuel when you drive less. By planning your trip before you leave and driving to your destinations using the shortest routes possible, you can save fuel and time.
Car-Pooling is the answer of modern man to the fuel crisis and the deterioration of the environment. If you have a group of people who travel the same route as you at the same time of day with their own vehicle, everyone can combine and travel in one vehicle every day instead of using individual means of transport. Vehicles are generally shared on a rotating basis.
In this way we can reduce the number of vehicles on the road at the same time, save fuel and also do something for the environment. Now you know that increased car mileage is just 5 steps away.