As the price of fuel continues to increase, you can save money by trying these tips. - Make sure your tires are set to the proper inflation. Properly inflated tires can reduce fuel consumption by up to 3%.
- Tune up your engine. A properly tuned engine maximizes power and can greatly enhance fuel efficiency.
- Don't accelerate too quickly. Accelerating smoothly keeps the engine at lower rpm's thus using less fuel.
- Don't speed. The faster you move the harder your engine has to work to push through the wind. Speeding can reduce fuel efficiency by up to 33%.
- Check the condition of your engine air filter. A dirty filter will reduce fuel economy.
- Replace your fuel filter according to your manufacturers recommended schedule. This will go a long way to enhancing fuel efficiency.
- Avoid excessive idling. Idling a vehicle wastes a significant amount of fuel. The best way to warm up a vehicle is to drive it slowly until it reaches proper operating temperature.
- Remove excess weight from the truck and/or back seat. An extra 100 pounds reduces fuel consumption by 1-2%.
- Use cruise control. In most situations using your cruise control reduces fuel consumption by maintaining a constant speed.
- Although necessary at times, avoid using the air conditioner all the time as it causes the engine to work hard and consume more fuel.
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