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Thursday, July 3, 2008

Can You Increase Your Gas Mileage

Yes, a big question mark isn’t it? You can feel the pinch on your pocket but do not know what to do about it. Thinking what I am talking about? I am talking about the fuel price which is constantly rising and taking away a big slice of our income through our vehicles that we are using for commuting. We all need a solution for this problem which can be practically applicable. If the gas mileage is increased it will be double no triple saving. How? By saving gas we will save money, fuel and the environment. Just read on to find out how the gas mileage can be increased.

Regular maintenance and tire check

Your vehicle is a machine and it is an age old fact that maintenance helps to keep the machine in good health. The vehicle should be properly tuned. There should be no starting problem because turning on the ignition key continuously will burn more fuel. Check the tires and keep them inflated as per the requirement mentioned in the manufacturer’s manual. This is necessary because flat tires will drag the vehicle and consume more gas. Check the wheel alignment as the smooth movement of the vehicle is dependant on proper wheel alignment.

Drive steadily and turn off when not required

Maintain a steady speed limit. Do not drive too fast or too slow. Fast driving will consume more fuel as you will have to use the brakes frequently at turns or in congested area this will increase fuel consumption. Slow driving will drag the vehicle which will again be wastage of fuel. If you have to stop at any traffic or for some other work switch off the car engine. If you are in the traffic running the engine will consume more fuel than restarting your vehicle. Park your car if you have to go to the bank or to the shop for a short while.

Use your air-condition sparingly and Combine trips

Try to minimize the use of your air-condition as switching on the air-condition will consume extra fuel. Use the vents to keep the interior cool and it will be good for your health as you will get fresh air. Try to park your vehicle in the shade so that the load on the air condition can be reduced. If you have to go to a distance place for some work then try to complete all the other work which you may have to do on that route or at that place. This will save fuel, energy and time. Plan your trip in such a way that you can complete all your work at one go.
Try these small measures and you will be able to save some money in your wallet.

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