Tip & How-To about Honda Accord
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Improve
Your Car’s Fuel Efficiency
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It’s
really exasperating to see fuel prices skyrocketing, right? We can only feel
helpless in the face of recurring and economy-driven price fluctuations.
Seeking measures to improve fuel economy is the only way to combat rising fuel
prices. Do not disregard these simple guidelines; each little step can really
start adding up to significant savings to your budget.
Check
Tyre Pressure
Keeping
the tyres well inflated is one of the simplest things you can do to help
improve your car’s fuel efficiency. You can improve the mileage by about 3.3
percent if you keep your tyres inflated properly, according to the DOE.
Lighten
Your Load
Empty out
your boot of unnecessary items. For every extra 45 kg you carry, your fuel
efficiency can drop by 1-2% in a typical vehicle.
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The
faster you drive, the more fuel you use. Driving within the speed limit
recommended by the manufacturer helps save fuel. Driving just 5mph over the
speed limit can affect fuel economy by up to 23%. Likewise, quick acceleration
consumes too much fuel; accelerate slowly and gradually.
Do Fuel
Quality/Types/Additives Help Mileage?
Petrol
pump attendants often try to convince you to go for ‘Speed petrol’ or ‘X-tra
Mile diesel’. But this need not necessarily help improve your vehicle’s fuel
efficiency. Always use the grade recommended for the vehicle by the
manufacturer. Higher octane fuel may not only be a waste of money but may harm
the vehicle, as well. However sticking to one brand of fuel is always good for
the engine. Know more about Octane Ratings
Tune Your
Engine
A
well-tuned engine can improve fuel economy by up to 4%. So change your oil and
follow your car manufacturer’s recommendation on servicing.
Clean the
Air Filters Regularly
Air
filters keep impurities from damaging your engine. Replacing a clogged air
filter can improve fuel economy by as much as 10%.
Keep the
Windows Closed
Driving
with your windows open considerably reduces mileage, far more than keeping the
AC on while driving along highways. So preferably keep the windows closed and
the AC on if you want to keep cool. Of course the air-conditioning decreases
fuel efficiency considerably, so use it judiciously. Windows down or A/C on —
which is more fuel-efficient?
Clean
Spark Plugs
Ensure
your spark plugs are in good condition. Renew the plugs and wires at intervals
specified by the manufacturer. This will keep all cylinders firing properly
resulting in higher efficiency.
Don’t Be
a Clutch-Driver
Never
keep your foot on the clutch while driving. When you do this, pressure is being
placed on your clutch, and it not only reduces mileage, but also wears out the
clutch plate, replacing which is not cheap.
Keep the
Car in Showroom Condition
It’s
always prudent to keep the car in the showroom condition. Remember that any
modification to the car, such as broad tyres, diffusers etc., will adversely
affect the mileage.
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