With rising gas prices, it’s more important than ever that you think about ways to improve the fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Obviously one of the ways to do this is to purchase a hybrid vehicles and Toyota has you covered. However, not everyone is ready to give up on their gas powered car and would like to do everything possible to stretch out the time between fill ups. With these simple tips for Peruzzi Toyota, you can make the most of your tank of gas and make fewer trips to the pump!
Make Sure Your Tires Are Filled
Under-inflated tires can have a negative effect on your fuel economy. Periodically check your vehicle’s recommended tire pressure and try to make your tire’s PSI number match as closely as possible. We recommend checking your tire pressure about once a month. This simple change can help you improve the ease with which you can drive, stretching your fuel to its maximum.
Drive Smoothly
One of the biggest gas guzzlers that many drivers don’t think twice about is excessive starting and stopping. Learning to coast in your vehicle could save you lots of money on gas. Sudden speed changes can drop your MPG by as much as 35%. Breaking steadily and gently when approaching a red light or traffic and accelerating steadily and smoothly can extend the life of your gas tank.
Use Cruise Control
Building on the last idea, a great way to ensure you aren’t braking or accelerating unnecessarily is to utilize cruise control. Cruise control is great for maintaining your speed as efficiently as possible and accelerating and slowing down less often. In addition to saving gas money, you can reduce wear and tear on your engine. Toyota’s dynamic radar cruise control takes things to the next level by ensuring you remain a set distance behind the vehicle in front of you.
Plan Out Your Driving Trips
If you have multiple errands to run, planning the most efficient route beforehand can save you fuel as well as your valuable time. This won’t directly impact the fuel efficiency of your vehicle but it can still save you gas and reduce your number of trips to the pump.
Stay on Top of Regular Maintenance
Lastly, the best way to keep your car running efficiently is to make sure you keep up with maintenance. Changing your oil, rotating your tires, and changing your filters can all have a big impact on your fuel efficiency. The service experts at Peruzzi Toyota are here to help you with your service and can even recommend maintenance and services that will help your vehicle maintain great fuel economy.
If you’re interested in saving some cash at the gas pump there are many small changes you can make to your driving habits and maintenance to extend the life of your fill up. To start saving some serious fuel, look into purchasing or leasing a new hybrid Toyota vehicle. Peruzzi Toyota has all the Toyota Prius models available for purchase or lease. We also have a full lineup of over 140 new vehicles and over 530 pre-owned vehicles available. Visit us at 2601 Bethlehem Pike in Hatfield, PA and take a test drive today!
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