Conserving fuel to stretch your fuel dollar and to be environmentally responsible is extremely important.
Listed below are more tips from Shell Canada on simple ways to increase fuel efficiency and save money at the pump:
- Keep your distance - If you keep your distance from the car in front of you, you will avoid hard braking. Hard draking uses more fuel than smooth braking.
- Use air conditioning (and other electrical appliances) sparingly - Using air conditioning in the city can increate fuel consumption by 20%. On the highway you can use the flow-through ventilation. On city streets, open a window.
- Check the air filters - Replacing a clogged air filter can improve fuel economy by 10%
- Conserve momentum - Anticipate hills, traffic lights so you avoid hard braking and sudden stops.
- Avoid small fuel fills - Every time you open the fuel cap, fuel evaporates. Try to fill up when you're at a quarter tank.
- Perform a monthly check - If you can, check tire pressure, fluid leaks, fluid levels, cracked or loose hoses and wires, adequate braking efficiency and wheel alignment in between your regular checkups.
