Fuel Efficiency Tips

Improve Your Fuel Efficiency with These Tips from Riverhead Hyundai

Nobody likes paying for gas, which is why trying to improve your fuel efficiency is a good decision. Not only will it keep more money in your pocket, but will also help you take better care of the Earth, too. Try some of these tips to make gas station visits less frequent.

• Take care of your car. This is one of the most important things you can do for your car. Routine maintenance like oil changes, tire care, fluid changes, and new filters will keep your fuel efficiency where it should be and will extend your car's life.
• Stay calm. Aggressive driving tendencies like speeding, hard braking, and quick acceleration can wreak havoc on your efficiency. In fact, at highway speeds, it can lower your gas mileage by as much as 33%.
• Stop idling. If you have to stop for more than 10 seconds, like in a drive-through or ATM, turn off your engine. Your engine only uses about 10 seconds worth of fuel to restart. You should also avoid idling to warm-up your car. Unless your windows are frosted over, a 30-second warm-up is all your engine needs on a cold day.
• Use your car's technology. Fuel-saving technologies like cruise control and automatic stop/start are there to help you save fuel. Take full advantage of these and other technologies in your car to maximize efficiency.
• Get rid of the junk. If your car is filled with trash, or you routinely carry a trunk load full of junk, it's time to clean your car. A heavier car uses more fuel, so only keep the essentials in your car, like an emergency kit.

If you try these simple things with your car, you may be surprised by how much fuel you can save. If your car is in need of some fuel-saving maintenance, make a service appointment with us here at Riverhead Hyundai today.