Tips
to Get Better Gas Mileage in Winter
Fuel economy drops during the winter months. Do you know
that the car gas mileage gets 10% - 12% low during winters? Winter is here and
knowing ways to improve will help save gas and money in the long run.
Tips
to Improve Fuel Economy in Winter
·
Park
Vehicle in Warm Place
Always park the car in a warm place. The
garage is an ideal location. If you have to park outdoors, choose a spot that
is close to a building. The heat of the building will keep the vehicle warm.
If the car is even slightly warm, it will
enable you to start it up fast. This means less energy demand on the engine.
·
Longer
Trips
Avoid short trips. A cold engine works
hard and uses more gas to function efficiently. Combine multiple short trips
into longer ones. A longer trip will keep the engine warm and improve gas
mileage.
·
Minimize
Idling
Minimize idling the vehicle to warm it up.
Drive off slowly after 25 seconds. The engine will warm up fast when you drive
the car. This will improve mileage and reduce emissions.
·
Check
Tire Pressure
Tire pressure decreases quickly in cold
temperatures. Check the tire pressure at regular intervals. If the tire
pressure is low ensure that it is increased to the recommended level.
Correct tire pressure will result in
better gas mileage and safe driving on the road.
·
Clean
Car Regularly
A vehicle that is loaded down with ice or
snow will be less efficient. This will affect the gas mileage. Before driving
clean off the snow. Avoid using vehicle attachments (roof racks and other
accessories) as they can create wind resistance.
Winter can be taxing on your car. Knowing how to improve the
gas mileage will make driving more pleasant and enable you to save
money.
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