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Nowadays, car fuel prices are on the rise and consumers are
suffering. Gone are the days when you can carelessly drive your
car without worrying about burning up too much gas.
There are important procedures that you, as a car owner, can
take in order to improve gas mileage. The following are
practical tips to conserve gas:
Close Windows - Windows that are open can create air drag that
can decrease the fuel consumption by 10%.
Avoid Bumpy Roads - Rough roads should not be taken as much as
possible. Dirt, bumps, rough roads and gravels can cause 30%
increase in fuel consumption.
Keep Your Car Light - Take out unnecessary baggage. The trunk
should be kept clean, any gadget, tools or loads that are not
needed should be taken out. 100 pounds of extra baggage can
affect fuel economy by two percent.
Drive Efficiently - Just drive reasonably within the speed
limit. Remember that speeds of more than 60 miles per hour
increase fuel consumption. Do not do sudden starts,
accelerations and stops. Acceleration should be done gradually.
The gas pedal should not be stepped on more than one fourth of
the way down. This will allow the engine to function most
efficiently. Gas conservation could reach up to 5 percent if
sudden stops, jerks and accelerations are avoided. Make use of
gears for overdrive and cruise control as needed.
Check Your Car Regularly - The car should always be maintained.
The engine should be given a regular tune up, the tires should
always have the right air pressure and efficiently aligned, the
oil should be changed when needed and air filters replaced
regularly. Clogged filters can affect gas consumption adversely
by up to ten percent.
Don't Burn Gas Unnecessarily - Turn off the engine whenever
there is an opportunity. Idle engine wastes fuel. There are
instances where the engine could be turned off; stopping for
gas, waiting for someone, changing tire pressure, caught in
traffic and a lot more.
Don't Warm Up Too Long - Lengthy warming up of the engine should
be avoided. 30 to 45 seconds should be enough time. Also check
if the automatic check is removed after warming up the engine.
This is usually stuck which could usually cause poor gas and air
combination.
By following these simple tips, you will be surprised at how
much money you can save on your car fuel. And guess what? The
money really adds up if you continue to follow these simple
practices for conserving car fuel!
About the author:
Dr. Drew Henry owns a network of auto-related websites,
including Cars And
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