Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
○ Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
○ Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
○ Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
○ When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
○ Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
○ Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
○ Combine several trips into a single trip.
○ Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's
sidewall near the size.
○ Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
See also:
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