Fuel Tank
Guides for Improving Fuel Economy
Improving your car's fuel economy can save you about $200 up to $1,500 in fuel costs every year, according to fueleconomy.gov. Not only that, improving fuel economy or just by saving gas contributes to reduce the carbon monoxide and other harmful exhaust emissions entering the air, conserve the country's resources on non-renewable fuel, and can also extend your car's gas mileage. In regards with this, vehicle owners should follow these effective guides on how to improve their fuel economy.
Firstly, you should buy the lowest grade of gasoline that is appropriate for your car, unless you own a vehicle that requires premium gasoline on its fuel tank. Using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil for your vehicle model also improve gas mileage by about 1 to 2 percent. In addition, you can also improve fuel economy by keeping your tires inflated by following the required tire pressure by the manufacturer. Furthermore, one simple way to improve gas mileage is to tighten up your fuel gas cap or replace it if it is damaged. Because fuel like gasoline is a volatile substance, it can evaporate from your vehicle's fuel tank and gradually waste a large amount of fuel. Always make sure to tighten your vehicle's gas cap like Jeep fuel tank cap when refueling before leaving the station.
When driving, make sure to drive more efficiently and consistently by avoiding speeding, rapid acceleration, and braking. These actions lower your gas mileage and pose more risk for vehicle accidents. Remove excess weight on your car by leaving unnecessary stuff that you wont be needing when heading on the road. Research shows that every 100 lbs of excess weight in your car can lower your mileage by about 2 percent. Avoiding excessive idling is also an effective way to increase fuel economy as well as using cruise control when driving on highways if your car is equipped with one. The use of cruise control can help you maintain your speed and improve fuel economy.
Keeping your car healthy is indeed one of the best ways to improve fuel economy. Checking your car for maintenance not only improves fuel economy but it also ensures your driving safety when hitting the road for a nice drift. You should keep an eye on your engine's air filters regularly. The air filter functions to trap dirt particles that can cause damage to engine cylinders, walls, and pistons. Driving with a clogged or dirty air filter restricts the air to enter the engine and reduces fuel economy as well as vehicle performance. You should replace the air filter at once when it gets dirty.
Another way to improve your fuel economy and gas mileage is by carefully planning your trips and errands. This will not only save fuel but also save time and money. Lastly, if you are planning to purchase a new vehicle, it is recommended that you get a more fuel efficient vehicle model that gets better miles per gallon (mpg) rating.
About the Author
Lisa Ziegler is a 29-year old native of Waldport, Oregon and is currently working as a senior research analyst in a top Automotive Research Consultancy firm.
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Why on most gas stations in Hawaii fuel tank stoppers dont work?
I recently visited Hawaii (Maui and Oahu) and I noticed that gas stations have no fuel tank stoppers. They are there but worn off. So I had to hold the notch and guess when tank is full. At least on all the gas stations I've used there. The only guess I come up is that gas stations are in some agreement with car rental companies.
Here's a list of gas stations in Hawaii that can help. http://www.topgasstations.com/Hawaii-Gas-Stations.html