With the recent drop in oil prices, the gas expense is still not a pretty one. This is more practical and relevant to those who own more than one car or operate machines such as generators that require gasoline. Achieving better car mileage is something a domestic driver always tries to do. A vehicle with good mileage are also considered fit engine wise and may have more reselling value.
We have always been asked this question, how to better our car’s mileage. Not only that but some drivers even try to take this to new heights, they try to improve on the standard mileage given by the manufacturers. Some are successful and some are not. In this article, we will tell you how to better your car’s mileage like a pro
1- Driving Style
This might sound a little hard to believe but the way you drive and hit the paddle effects the mileage the most. Sudden breaks and abrupt pickups are the mileage killer. Although while stuck in a traffic, you can’t really help but just watch the mileage go down but rest of the time, how you drive will really set your mileage. We will tell you more on this.
Listening to music is a perfect way to avoid the road rage. It keeps you calm and composed in heavy traffic and you automatically keep a softer foot on the paddle. Always remember that aggressive driving doesn’t only include reckless driving but how you handle the paddle. Keeping a heavier foot on the table will make the engine work harder and it will consume more fuel.
It is the way how you accelerate that matters. Most people are under a wrong impression that driving slow will better the mileage. Driving slow won’t but accelerating slowly will improve the mileage. Now, how will you accelerate slow will depend on how delicately you handle the paddle. Remember, if you want to improve the mileage, you should get out of that “Fast n The Furious” mindset.
Also, the more weight you have in your car the more engine power will be utilized. Empty your trunk off unwanted items and you will see a drastic change in the mileage.
2- CarPool
This is something more related to fuel saving than mileage. The reason why we have included this in our article is that it all boils down to saving more fuels when we talk about maintaining a good mileage. Carpooling is a great way to save money and also help the environment. You can distribute flyers at your university and office about your carpool plan and save some serious amount of money at the end of the month. Carpooling also provides you with an opportunity to be more socially active.
3- Car Maintenance
You might be surprised to know that almost every part of the car has a direct or indirect impact on the mileage. It is super important to keep your vehicle in top shape if you want to achieve above average mileage. Make sure you don’t wait for a car breakdown before you take it to the mechanic but make it a practice every month.
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