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Eco-driving? Everyone now-a-days is trying to be eco-friendly while at the same time keeping their gas budgets in line. What if there were things you can do just on your way to work that would save you money on gas, while in turn helping the environment in the long run. There are things like "hyper-miling," that is popular among hybrid owners that like to take their gas savings to the very max. But, in principle, it has something for everyone, even the fuel-slurping SUV owners. You would be surprised by how many things drivers can do to take control over their gas usage. Here are ten simple things you can do today to help you start saving at the pump.
Don't brake heavily or frequently: The trick here is simply driving a bit slower, which is not too hard if your crawling through traffic anyway! But this does really save you money at the pump. Another trick is trying not to make a complete stop. Try coasting as long as you can to try to catch that next green light. I usually lay off the gas as soon as I see a red light or a stop sign ahead. This will add life to your brake pads as well as helping getting you better mileage. Remember that going any miles per hour is better than no miles per hour.
Try not to accelerate quickly, or go too fast: The quicker you accelerate, the more fuel the engine consumes, which lowers your fuel economy. Higher speeds tend to increase the aerodynamic drag as well as mechanical friction, which lowers fuel economy also. Not to mention that most cars are most efficient when going under 60 m.p.h. which just happens to be right around the speed limit.
Combine errands: Usually happens to us anyway, but try doing the furthest errand away first. Getting your engine to optimal temperature by going to the furthest errand first saves gas and adds engine life. Bonus: If you can combine errands while already out, coming home from work anyone?
Check the inflation: I'm not talking about the price of gas here, I'm talking about your tires. Check the driver's door to check the "recommended tire pressure" the manufacturer set, and stick to it. Any under-inflation of the tires will reduce your fuel economy, and that's what we're trying to help. Also remember to check it regularly as changes in temperature might change your tires pressure.
Clean out the junk in your trunk: Any extra weight in your vehicle is not riding free, the more the car weighs the more fuel it needs. Not to mention the added wear to your car.
Don't excessively idle: It is what it is, a waste of gas. If you're planning on waiting for a while, turn the car off. It's that simple.
Remove any unused roof/bike-racks: The concept is simple, roof-racks and bike-racks increase your aerodynamic drag (especially at higher speeds) and add weight, which costs you more at the pump.
Maintenance is key: A poorly maintained engine burns more fuel, so not only will fuel economy worsen, but you will be reducing the life of your vehicle as well. Improperly aligned or under-inflated tires can wreck your tires and your fuel economy. And don't forget about the basics like a dirty air filter or your oil change.
Synthetic is better: Next oil change switch to a lightweight synthetic. It usually lasts twice as long between oil changes, something I'm sure most of us would not mind, as well as helping your engine use every drop of gas more efficiently. It may cost a bit more initially but it definitely saves in the long run.
Chill on using you're A/C: Having your air conditioning on makes your engine work harder, which if you plan on going the same speed will have an extra load on the car and the gas tank. Some exceptions; If you live in an extremely hot climate, or your on the highway with the windows up. Regardless try to keep it to the lower settings.
Conclusion: Just using these simple tips will help you from visiting the dreaded gas station in the near future. Once the tips become instinctive you might want to go a step further and buy and install a fuel consumption display, such as a scan gauge (you have to have a 1996 or newer vehicle). With a display, you will have constant fuel economy feedback so you can turn your fuel savings into an everyday game of "how low can you go" with your gas spending.
Jerry Goode
My Car Fuel Bill Has Gone Up by Over £30 a Month Since Last September !
Here are ten top fuel saving tips. In light of the current economic situation I’m going to put them into practice to try and offset the almost daily fuel price rises
1. Go streamline!
If you don’t need the roof rack, take it off and leave at home, apparently it increases the car’s drag and thus fuel consumption.
2. Lose weight!
Make extra savings by emptying your boot of all the stuff you don’t need for your journey.
3. Inflate the tyres
Ensure your tyres are inflated to the manufacturers recommended pressures. Under inflated tyres will increase tyre wear and can increase your fuel consumption by between 3% and 5%.
4. Service the car
Make your car is serviced regularly using the correct oil to minimise engine friction!!!!!!
5. Be cool!
A tricky one this, excessive use your air conditioning as this will cause the car to burn more fuel. On the other hand, driving with the windows down is also inefficient as the drag on the car increases, especially at high speeds. So, how about using air con for motorway driving and only when it’s hot! and wind the windows down on slower journeys around town.
6. Don’t fill it up.
This one is interesting, fuel is heavy, and so by filling the tank to the brim, you're adding a lot of weight. The less fuel your car has in it, the more efficiently it drives. So, fill up more often but put less in (to 1/2 or 3/4 full) and increase your MPG.
7. Pedal to the metal?
No, no, no, drive smoothly, accelerate and decelerate gently, read the road ahead and avoid unnecessary braking.
8. Speedy Gonzales?
Sorry, leave speed at home. It’s obvious really that if you drive too fast you will soon notice your fuel gauge dropping just as quickly. What I didn’t know, was that every 5 miles per hour that you drive over 60mph can increase your fuel consumption by 10%.
9. Don’t be lazy.
Plan your journeys, and try to combine short trips so that once you warm up the engine, you keep it running for a while. Continually warming up your engine for lots of short trips will waste fuel.
10. Do I need my car?
And finally, save fuel, save your gym membership. Leave the car at home and walk to the shops. On the way home, tone up those ‘bingo wings’ by doing a few bicep curls with the shopping bags.
Figures Used
Taking the AA figures from the end of September 2007 to today 5th June 2008, the price of petrol has risen by 23.2 pence per litre, a massive 25% rise, however diesel has fared worse rising by 34.8 pence per litre, a 37% increase.
With an average commute of about 1000 miles a month 35 miles per gallon, this is an increase of over £30 per month. For a diesel car then the increase would be over £45.
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brand of accurate tire pressure gauge to buy?
What is a good brand of tire pressure gauge to buy. I am checking motorcycle tire pressures of 32 and 35 psi and I want to invest in an accurate gauge. I have seen drag racers use a dial type, Is this the type to buy?
Acu-Tire
Victor
Tru-Flate
Those are all some good brands, with Acu-Flate bieng the one I would recommend. They range from 8.99 to 39.95
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