Tips for Improving Fuel Economy

With today’s high gas prices, it’s worth taking a few minutes out of your
day to make a few checks that can improve your gas mileage.

  • Keep your tires properly inflated & check them frequently. Don’t
    forget to check the spare tire as well.
  • Keep your car’s suspension & steering in proper alignment.
  • Keep the engine in a good state of tune by regularly completing
    maintenance spelled out in the owner’s manual.
  • Replace key filters regularly such as air and fuel filters.
  • Make sure your car’s brakes are operating properly and not
    dragging.
  • Repair body damage…that crunch on the front fender can add
    aerodynamic         drag and increase fuel consumption.
  • Don’t use premium fuel unless your car requires it; otherwise it’s an
    unnecessary expense.                

Drive Smarter by…
  • Modern engines do not require long warm-up times. There is no
    need to let the engine idle long periods after start-up
  • When driving on the highway in hot weather, close the windows and
    use the air conditioner. Today’s aerodynamically designed vehicles
    provide better fuel efficiency when driven with the windows closed.
  • Avoid jackrabbit starts. Decelerate and accelerate smoothly by
    anticipating merging traffic and stoplights.
  • Remove unnecessary items (weight) from the trunk.
  • Keep your speed constant and use cruise control on long stretches
    of highway. 55 MPH is still the most fuel-efficient speed for many of
    today’s vehicles.
  • On long trips, be prepared for unexpected roadside emergencies.
    Make a checklist of some important emergency items: flashlight, cell
    phone, jumper cables, road flares, blankets, ice scraper, water, jack,
    and tire tools. If you are a member of a roadside assistance
    program, make sure your membership status is up to date.

                
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