Fuel Saving Tips

Keep Your Engine Properly Tuned

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:06:51 +1100

Fixing a car that is noticeably out of tune or has failed an emissions test can improve its gas mileage by an average of 4 percent, though results vary based on the kind of repair and how well it is done.
Fixing a serious maintenance problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can improve your mileage by as much as 40 percent.

Drive Sensibly

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:09:29 +1100

Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) wastes fuel.
It can lower your fuel mileage by 33 percent at highway speeds and by 5 percent around town.
Sensible driving is also safer for you and others, so you may save more than fuel money.

Apply XADO® patented formula to your engine

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:18:39 +1100

Increase compression, improve performance and reduce fuel consumption from 5% to 30%.

Fuel economy the oil companies don't want you to know about!

As a rule, excessive fuel consumption is caused by wear of the cylinder-piston group. With XADO Gel Revitalizant, the geometry of the parts is restored, and fuel consumption returns to normal.
In addition, a lower friction factor significantly reduces friction losses. As a result you can save up to 30% of fuel at idle and 5-7% of fuel when driving.
XADO ensures that redistribution of the metal over the surface continues until mating of friction pairs becomes ideal, and for the given system the friction is minimized to the lowest level possible. This is accompanied by smoothening of the surface, elimination of defects, etc.

Keep Tires Properly Inflated

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:23:23 +1100

You can improve your mileage by around 3.3 percent by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. Under-inflated tires can lower gas mileage by 0.4 percent for every 1 psi drop in pressure of all four tires. Properly inflated tires are safer and last longer.

Observe the Speed Limit

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:21:57 +1100

While each vehicle reaches its optimal fuel economy at a different speed (or range of speeds), fuel mileage usually decreases rapidly at speeds above 60 mph (96 km/h).
Observing the speed limit is also safer.

Remove Excess Weight

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:26:01 +1100

Avoid keeping unnecessary items in your vehicle, especially heavy ones.
An extra 45kg in your vehicle could reduce your MPG by up to 2%. The reduction is based on the percentage of extra weight relative to the vehicle's weight and affects smaller vehicles more than larger ones.

Use the Recommended Grade of Motor Oil

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:24:10 +1100

You can improve your fuel mileage by 1-2 percent by using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil.
For example, using 10W-30 motor oil in an engine designed to use 5W-30 can lower your gas mileage by 1-2 percent.
Using 5W-30 in an engine designed for 5W-20 can lower your gas mileage by 1-1.5 percent.

Check & Replace Air Filters Regularly

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:20:35 +1100

Replacing a clogged air filter can improve your car's mileage by as much as 10 percent. Your car's air filter keeps impurities from damaging the inside of your engine. Not only will replacing a dirty air filter save fuel, it will protect your engine.

Use Cruise Control

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:27:33 +1100

Using cruise control on the highway helps you maintain a constant speed and, in most cases, will save fuel.

Avoid Excessive Idling

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:26:50 +1100

Idling gets 0 kilometres per litre. Cars with larger engines typically waste more fuel at idle than do cars with smaller engines.

Traveling

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:31:17 +1100

A roof rack or carrier provides additional cargo space and may allow you to meet your needs with a smaller car. However, a loaded roof rack can decrease your fuel economy by 5 percent. Reduce aerodynamic drag and improve your fuel economy by placing items inside the trunk whenever possible.
Avoid carrying unneeded items, especially heavy ones. An extra 45 kg in the trunk reduces a typical car's fuel economy by 1-2 percent.

Commuting

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:29:59 +1100

If you can stagger your work hours to avoid peak rush hours, you'll spend less time sitting in traffic and consume less fuel.
If you own more than one vehicle, drive the one that gets the best gas mileage whenever possible.
Consider telecommuting (working from home) if your employer permits it.
If possible, take advantage of carpools and ride-share programs. You can cut your weekly fuel costs in half and save wear on your car if you take turns driving with other commuters. Many urban areas allow vehicles with multiple passengers to use special High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes.
Consider using public transit if it is available and convenient for you.

Planning and combining trips

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:29:09 +1100

Combining errands into one trip saves you time and money. Several short trips taken from a cold start can use twice as much fuel as a longer multipurpose trip covering the same distance when the engine is warm. Trip planning ensures that traveling is done when the engine is warmed-up and efficient. With a little planning, you can avoid retracing your route and reduce the distance you travel as well. You'll not only save fuel, but also reduce wear and tear on your car.

Use Overdrive Gears

eb — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:28:23 +1100

When you use overdrive gearing, your car's engine speed goes down. This saves fuel and reduces engine wear.