Tuesday, September 23, 2008

11 SIMPLE STEPS TO SAVE FUEL AND MONEY!!



In this world scenario of ever increasing oil and gas prices it is you as a person could easily save almost half of your regular spending on fuel if you follow these 11 steps:



  1. Speed thrills but kills” – maintain a reasonable speed around 60-80 kilometers per hour for optimal engine performance.

  1. Use the clutch wisely often usage of clutch can reduce the fuel in the tank by 5%

  1. Avoid using unnecessary brakes – if you are able to slow down the vehicle rather than braking could save your fuel up to 15%

  1. Check for air filters and also regularly check for engine oil level.

  1. Avoid using air conditioner while climbing steeply example traveling up a hill. This could actually save your petrol consumption by at least 40%

  1. Always check for air Tyre pressure. Do a regular check up once in 2 weeks. As reduced tyre pressure will lead to more engine pulling and more fuel consumption up to 30%.

  1. Do not give sudden acceleration lets say from a signal or driving on a highway maintain a gradual speed.

  1. Try not parking the vehicle in the sun – here there is chance of losing fuel up to 20%.

  1. Do not use high octane petrol until it is mentioned by the manufacturers.

  1. Always drive the vehicle with ideal gear: speed ratio.

  1. Do not overload the vehicle esc for two wheeler when they go for triples in a bike where there is space for two. Doing this could eat up half your fuel!!

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