Whether the price of gas goes up or down from here, nobody likes paying for it, especially if they don’t have to. Whether it’s for saving money, or saving the planet, fuel efficiency is on everyone’s mind, and it’s a very important factor when purchasing a vehicle, in fact 79% of consumers rank it as a higher factor in the consumer’s purchasing decision than safety, and price according to a fuel efficiency study published by Edmunds.com.
Let’s face it, everything is expensive these days, and people do a lot of commuting back and forth. It’s important to get the best bang for your buck when it comes to gas prices, and these are some ways that you can increase your car’s fuel efficiency.
Did you know that your vehicle’s alignment has everything to do with fuel efficiency? If your front end alignment is off, your tires also wear out quickly. Your car has to work harder, too, and so alignment is crucial across the board. Ensuring that your front end alignment is on point can save you up to 10 percent on fuel costs.
Keeping your tires in tip top shape is also important. They need to be properly inflated, and they need to have the right amount of tread. Tires are expensive, yes, but good tires are necessary. Otherwise, you’re going to pay extra at the pump quite consistently. You are going to end up paying for a new set of tires without being able to show for them.
The motor oil you choose is also important. You want an oil with a thin viscosity. The fact remains that this type of motor oil helps to reduce fuel consumption, saving you money. And remember, it’s not just about saving money at the pump. It’s about taking good care of your car. And to boot, this tip specifically can save you up to 5 cents per gallon.
Do you take your car in for regular tuneups? If not, you’re missing out on fuel savings. You want to be sure that you take this tip into consideration for sure because you’re talking about saving up to 11 cents per gallon. And once again, it’s about keeping your car in tip top shape, too.
Vehicle Weight
It’s no secret that a weighted down vehicle is going to use more fuel. When you have to pack the trunk to transport groceries or belongings, that’s one thing. But what you don’t want to do is drive around regularly with tons of items in your trunk. That cargo is just going to weigh down your vehicle and reduce your fuel efficiency.
This next tip is a big one, advice that can save you up to 7 percent in fuel costs. All you have to do is slow down. Don’t be the person driving 35 mph in the right hand lane on the interstate. That’s not what this tip is about. Yet it does pay to habitually slow your roll by 5 mph. Doing so can result in that significant savings to the tune of 7 percent.
It is also a good idea to drive smoothly. Speeding, slowing, hard braking and all that is going to throw off your fuel efficiency. You have the tools now to reduce your vehicle’s fuel consumption.
As you can see driving behavior and proper maintenance can significantly affect your vehicle’s efficiency in using fuel, what attempt you make to achieve this goal is up to you, but as we like to say in the towing industry: money saved, is money earned!
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