On a day-to-day basis, the thing that most impacts drivers is… how often do they have to refill the gas tank? This makes the issue of “fuel economy” so critical to the pocketbook. While the mere act of daily driving will impact how much gas your vehicle uses, there are some smart practices that will allow you to get as much from each gallon as possible. The experts at Peruzzi Toyota offer these smart tips to help drivers maximize every precious drop of fuel.
MAINTENANCE
When your vehicle isn’t running at peak performance, the engine will necessarily work harder – and burn more fuel. That’s why it’s a smart investment to get regular engine tune-ups, oil changes, and routine maintenance tasks. Peruzzi Toyota can handle all of them, and in a way that’s quick, convenient and affordable. Believe us, it will pay off in the long (and short) run.
BETTER DRIVING HABITS
Sure, you may be in a hurry (who isn’t these days?). But aggressive driving habits eat up a ton of fuel. Speeding, as well as “stop and go” practices, really eat into your gas gauge. Learn to take it down a notch, pace yourself and ease up on the brake and gas pedals. Your wallet will thank you.
KEEP YOUR TIRES UP TO SPEC
Tires that are under or over-inflated create “issues” for your vehicle. Keep a check on their correct pressure. Not only will you ride safer, but you’ll also see a “bonus” in your gas mileage.
CHECK THE GAS CAP
Believe it or not, not every driver is hip to the state of their gas cap. One that’s not fully-closed can leak gas fumes, and it may cause other wonky issues (like a car that won’t always start). Also, keep an eye on the rubber seal around that cap; it can degrade over time and allow oxygen to seep into the tank – which means you’ll burn more fuel.
SKIP THE IDLING
You pull over to grab a quick bite. It seems smarter to let the vehicle stay “idling” while you run in, but that’s not the case. Experts note that an engine that’s idling sucks up anywhere from a half-gallon to a gallon of fuel per hour. And that’s not to mention the carbon dioxide it pumps into the atmosphere. Those who think letting an engine run to “warm it up” in the morning are also mistaken: modern engines don’t need more than about 20 seconds to be good to go. Beyond that, you’re burning fuel and wasting money.
PICK YOUR TIME FOR A FILL-UP
Filling your tank in the morning, versus the end of the day, can result in savings.
This is because underground gas station tanks are cooler in the morning and (not getting into the physics of it) you simply get “more” passing through the system – and into your tank.
Peruzzi Toyota is proud to offer some of the most economical vehicles on the road. But if you want to know more about how to get more money per mile, get in touch and let our experts share their knowledge.
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