Saving money wherever you can is important to everyone these days. Whether you are struggling because of the pandemic or because of inflation, you can get more gas mileage out of a full tank if you adjust how you do things. One of the first things you should do is make sure your import is running as efficiently as it can. Uptown Imports can help with regular vehicle maintenance to ensure your engine is running efficiently. Here are additional tips to help you get more out of your full tank.
Avoid Traffic
Avoid traffic whenever you can. If you work at a job that offers flexible scheduling, work a flex schedule so you are not driving during rush hour. If you are aware of an accident ahead, change your route so you don’t get stuck in the traffic jam. If you use toll roads, purchase a fast pass so you don’t have to stop at the pay gate. If you keep your vehicle running rather than idling, you save gas.
Combine Errands
It’s also important to combine your errands. One of the quickest ways to blow through a full tank of gas is to make a ton of short trips on a regular basis. Before you head out on your errands, plan your route. Makes stops in shopping centers where you can combine as many errands as possible and walk between locations. Also, drive the most direct route between locations to avoid burning excess fuel.
Don’t Idle
As we said above, sitting at an idle can reduce your fuel economy so avoid it if you can. Time your speed so that you catch all of the traffic signals on the green lights. If you are sitting in a drive-thru that is crowded, turn off your engine while you are waiting. Any time you can avoid sitting at an idle for more than a minute saves you gasoline.
Slow Down
We know you aren’t going to like this if you like to put the pedal to the metal but slowing down saves gas. AAA advises that your fuel economy is at its best when you are driving 50 miles per hour. Obviously, many highways have speed limits higher than that, but if you stick to the speed limit rather than driving 10 or 15 miles above it, you will save gasoline.
Use Your Cruise Control
Finally, unless it is raining or snowing outside, use your cruise control whenever you can to keep your vehicle at a consistent speed. Even the slightest fluctuation in your foot pressure on the accelerator can affect your vehicle’s gas mileage.
Keep your gas mileage efficient by maintaining your import at Uptown Imports in Minneapolis, MN. Call us today for a service appointment.