10 tips to reduce your fuel consumption

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Frédéric Mercier

Thursday, 31 August, 2017 12:30

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Thursday, 31 August, 2017 12:30

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A few days of the labor day, the price of gas come (again) to pounce.

Question to save your wallet, here are 10 good habits to adopt to reduce the consumption of your vehicle.

Read also: the price of gasoline rises from$ 0.10 to $ Montreal

Reduce your speed

A higher speed will significantly increase the consumption of your vehicle, whether it’s a sub-compact or a SUV. Feet heavy, you have been warned!

Hold a constant speed

Acceleration and deceleration are too frequent, also play a role in the consumption of your vehicle. By keeping your speed constant, you will realize fuel savings non-negligible. On the highway, the cruise control can quickly become your best ally.

Drive with anticipation

In décélérant gradually, instead of braking abruptly, you will contribute not only to improve the consumption of your vehicle, but this is to help prevent also too rapid wear of your brake pads. The abrupt accelerations are also to be avoided, obviously.

Quickly change speed

If you’re driving a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, you will save big by changing the report as soon as possible. A motor which rotates at 3000 revolutions/minute consumes much more fuel than at 2000 rpm.

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Inflate your tires properly

Improperly inflated tires can also have an impact on the fuel consumption of your car. A pressure below that which is prescribed by the vehicle manufacturer will increase the rolling resistance.

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Attention to the air conditioner

Although very pleasant in the summer period, the air conditioner of your vehicle contributes to an increase in the consumption of gasoline. Use the so smart.

Avoid running the engine for nothing

When you are stopped for a few minutes, make it a habit to turn off the engine. A vehicle that works to the point of death consumes gasoline for nothing, which is not beneficial both for the environment and for your wallet.

Maintain your vehicle

A well-maintained car will show a fuel consumption lower. Remember to do your oil changes on a regular basis, but also to change the filters oil, air, etc .. It will also help to ensure the longevity of your vehicle.

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Do not overload the vehicle unnecessarily

A car overloaded will be heavier and will consume automatically more gas. Do not lug about unnecessary heavy objects in your trunk. This could help you save a few dollars at the pump.

Attention to the aerodynamics

The air resistance is a facteurimportant of the fuel consumption. If you don’t need it, remove bike racks or ski on the roof of your car. Open windows, especially at high speeds, is also hurting the aerodynamics of the vehicle.