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Fuel Efficiency Can Add To The Green Environment!!!

11.01.2009 · Posted in Home and Garden Articles

Fuel economy is the new buzzword, because an optimum fuel economy directly relates to lesser pressure on the environment and the green cover of the earth.nnYou will find so many tips on increasing fuel economy that there is a chance that you will be overwhelmed. Well, given down below are some of the most significant tips that can help conserve fuel and enhance fuel economy.nn1) Tyre Pressure is one of the simplest factors that can increase the life of tyres by 13% and improve fuel efficiency by 10%. Every attempt should be made to maintain tyre pressure that is consistent with the limit given in the manual of the vehicle.nn2) Heavy foot pressure – most surveys show that your fuel bill can be decreased by about 30% if the drivers go soft on the foot pedals for acceleration and braking. Sadly, drivers tends to develop a habit to press too hard and this wastes the fuel during acceleration and braking operations.nn3) Windows & Aircon – I’m sure we’ve all heard this one before, if you have your windows or sunroof open it increases drag and therefore increases fuel consumption. Having your Aircon on also increases the amount of fuel you use so turn it off and open your vents.nn4) Speed – interestingly if you drive at 80mph instead of 70mph you will use around 10% more fuel so stick to the 70mph mark on motorways rather than speeding along at 80mph it will save you a lot (oh yeah and it’s illegal)nn5) Get in Gear – you can also save a lot on fuel by changing gear at the right time, staying in a lower gear too long will use up fuel, change up as soon as possible (as long as it’s safe to do so) doing this can give you an extra 15% fuel economy.nnWell, if you give these steps a try you can have a better and happier period between the fuel fills. Good luck and happy saving on your fleet expenses.

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