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Simple dos
and don'ts
Follow these simple dos and don'ts for
quick and easy ways to reduce fuel
consumption.
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Do...
remove your roof rack when not
needed. It could reduce fuel comsumption
by
5%
.
Don't...
carry excess weight. For every
extra 100 lbs (45kg) you carry in your
car, your fuel efficiency can drop by
1-2%.
Do...
make sure your fuel cap is
properly screwed on after every fill
up. This prevents fuel, and
effectively your money, from
evaporating.
Don't...
use your air-con more than
necessary.
It puts added strain on
your engine which increases fuel
consumption by up to
8%
. Try using
your car’s internal ventilation system
instead.
Choose your
fuel carefully
Using a high quality fuel from one of
the major networks can increase
fuel efficiency, ultimately meaning
you get more miles for your money.
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Cleaning power
- Many premium
fuels containt detergent packages
that help to remove the build up of
carbon within your vehicle's engine.
These deposits stop your engine from
working as efficiently as it should.
Smoother running
- Cleaner engines
run more smoothly meaning you could
see an increase of up to 10% in mpg.
Don't...
take unecessary trips.
Combining journies where possible is
the easiest way to conserve fuel.
Do...
avoid rush hour. It’s probably
the most frustrating time to drive but
avoiding rush hour also means you’ll
spend less time stuck in traffic,
burning fuel.