Fuel economy is always the top concern of car owners because fuel price is going up every day. Choosing a fuel-efficient vehicle is not the only solution for this problem. In fact, your driving style and your car's condition have a great impact on the amount of fuel consumption. Therefore, you wouldn't have to throw away a lot of money on fuel when you have a good driving hobby, a proper use and a careful car maintenance.
Check our 16 tips below out to become a wise car user.
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How to Drive To Minimize Fuel Use
1. Reduce time spending of your car
Shortening time that you spend on your car also means consuming less fuel
2. Don't let your car carry excess weight
Needless items can weigh you down and reduce the fuel efficiency by 1-2% for each extra 100 lbs
3. Don't run too fast
Over speeding not only gets yourself into trouble but also increase your car's fuel efficiency by up to 23% for every 8kph over the speed limit
4. Change gear in good time
Change gear when you pull away or speed up your car and don't forget the tachometer to avoid over revving
5. Use higher gears
By using higher gear, you can lower the engine speed and improve your car's fuel economy
6. Turn off your idling engine
Don't waste your fuel for idling engine when you are waiting for someone or any other reasons
7. Close the car windows
The wind might slow you down while you let the windows be opened and result in higher fuel consumption
8.Driving smoothly
Accelerating and suddenly braking can result in a third more fuel spending
9. Take the roof rack off
Using roof rack might reduce your car's fuel economy by up to 5%
10. Take care of your engine
Both well-tuned engine and following the service manual can increase your vehicle's fuel efficiency by up to 4%
11. Restrict using air-condition
Air-conditioner make driving experience more comfortable but fuel-consuming
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12. Keep the tires at proper pressure
Properly-inflated tires are not only safer and long-lasting but also improve fuel economy by 3%
13. Check the seal on the fuel cap
Avoiding fuel evaporating is also a way to save fuel
14. Don't let the air filters dirty
Replacing or cleaning the filters might enhance the fuel efficiency by 10% and also help raise the engine's age
15. Stay calm
Good drivers always stay calm to make best decisions while driving and it’s a crucial factor to achieve fuel efficiency
16. Use the right oil
Engine will work more efficiently and consume less fuel by 1-2% with right motor oil
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