How to deal with the fact that gasoline is getting more expensive? You need to save it! Experienced motorists know many secrets on how to reduce gas mileage.
1. Keep the engine clean and tidy
This is the very first rule for saving gasoline. If you hear extraneous noises or knocks, this is the first sign that the engine is not working properly. Take the car to a car service or figure it out yourself at your leisure.
2. Change the air filter often
A clogged filter allows less air to enter the engine, which increases fuel consumption. You can check the condition of the filter by lifting it to the light. If the filter does not allow light to pass through, it must be replaced.
3. Choose your oil carefully
How much the engine parts rub against each other depends on the quality of the engine oil. The lower the quality of the oil, the more resistance will be and the more energy-intensive the engine will be. As a result, more gasoline will be consumed. The general recommendation is that the lower the viscosity of the oil, the easier it is for the parts to move. However, when choosing an oil, you must take into account the age of the car, the season, the frequency of operation and other factors.
4. Inflate tires
It's okay if the pressure in your tires is higher than normal, but not more than 0.3 bar. Passengers and you will not notice anything, and the pressure on the suspension and body will not be as strong as expected. But fuel consumption will decrease.
5. Stick to the speed limit
Speed limits in cities are not only for safety, but also for your economy. Oddly enough, the slower you go, the more fuel you save. When driving fast, the engine revs more and therefore uses more energy.
6. Watch the gearbox
When driving, do not allow sudden braking and starts - too much gasoline is "thrown" into the engine. Skill shift gears: do not force the engine into high gears at low speeds, and shift gears in time when increasing speed.
7. Get rid of all the unnecessary
Air conditioning, radio tape recorder, acoustics, stove, fog lights, cigarette lighter - all the technical "bells and whistles" on the car load the engine and make it consume more gasoline. Decide what you really need - get rid of the rest.
8. Give up tuning
Fashionable wide discs create increased aerodynamic resistance, therefore they do not have the best effect on gas mileage. This also includes various other "bells and whistles" that do nothing useful.
9. Reduce vehicle weight
As a rule, motorists carry whatever they have in the trunk with them - for all occasions. Get rid of unnecessary things - this will reduce the load on the engine. You can also recommend using lighter parts - but this is at your own risk.
10. Select a manual transmission
According to statistics, "automatics" consume on average 10-15% more fuel than "mechanics". Consider this when buying a new car.
11. Try not to open windows
The wind entering the car's interior slows it down, so the engine has to work harder, wasting additional fuel. Therefore, if not necessary, then the windows should be kept open.
12. Insulate the engine and use heating
This tip comes in handy during the winter. But even on cold summer nights, especially if the car is in the garage, it should not be neglected. Usually, car owners insulate the engine with felt, wadded blankets, etc. But this is not very safe. It is better to use special car blankets with fireproof impregnations.
13. Monitor prices
Always find out at which gas stations the fuel is cheaper, as prices can fluctuate significantly. Sometimes we refuel at one gas station only out of habit, while at a neighboring price it is much more profitable.
fourteen. Take advantage of bonuses
Find out if your favorite gas station has bonus systems, discount cards, etc. In addition, use credit cards when refueling - as a rule, bonuses are credited to them.
15. Choose the right gasoline
Older cars are usually less demanding on the quality of gasoline, so they can be refueled with cheaper fuel. While a new foreign car may require high-quality gasoline, there is nothing you can do about it.
