To save fuel, there are precautions that must be taken on a daily basis. These good gestures are effective to minimize your consumption and thus save money in this weekly budget.
Putting fuel in the car – Source: spm
How to save fuel?
One of the most important things that influence fuel consumption is driving style. For example, some drivers accelerate the car very often and suddenly, and when they have to stop, they slam on the brakes. This has a negative impact on fuel consumption.
Tire pressure is also very important. It may seem strange, but the tires must be at the exact pressure indicated by the manufacturer. If this is 0.5 bar lower than the value recommended by the manufacturer, fuel consumption will increase. This may also be the case when the vehicle is heavily loaded or the weather is colder.
The air filter can also affect the fuel consumption of our car. We all know that the use of air conditioning leads to higher fuel consumption. That is why its use is recommended when necessary.
The condition of the air filter is also an important element to take into account. If it is not in optimal operating conditions, there will be a reduction in engine power, which will automatically cause an increase in fuel consumption.
Fuel gauge on – Source: spm
Tips to use less fuel
Another precaution that could help you use less gasoline or diesel is to turn off the engine during long stops (or activate the automatic car shutdown, if you have a recent car). When the car is idling it heats up and over time the engine deteriorates and therefore will consume more fuel. Turning off the engine at certain times can mean a minimum saving per day, but in the long run it becomes significant. A car with the engine running when stopped consumes 0.5 liters per hour.
When cruise control is activated, the engine, in order to maintain a constant speed, will throttle to full throttle. In this way, the car will consume more. At such times, it is better to accelerate sufficiently, pick up speed on the next downgrade, and thus drive more efficiently and save more fuel.
