Looking to save money at the pump and reduce your environmental impact? No matter what vehicle you drive, there are simple steps you can take to improve your fuel efficiency. Here are our top driving tips that apply to any car, truck, or SUV:
- Accelerate gradually. Avoid jackrabbit starts by easing onto the accelerator pedal gently. Sudden acceleration burns a lot of fuel.
- Maintain a steady speed. Constantly varying your speed wastes fuel. When your speed dips and bursts, you use more gas than maintaining a constant pace.
- Anticipate traffic. Avoid accelerating to a stoplight that's about to turn red. Coast to a slow and gentle stop instead of slamming on the brakes. The less you need to use your brakes, the more fuel you'll save.
- Shut off the engine. Idling wastes fuel and can cost you about half a gallon of gas per hour. When parked or waiting more than 30 seconds, switch the engine off to avoid unnecessary fuel consumption.
- Plan ahead. Combine your trips and errands to avoid making multiple short trips, which are less fuel-efficient. With a little planning, you can get all your errands done in one outing to conserve fuel.
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