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Stretch the litre
With the prices of fuel going skywards, motorists are going to feel their pockets lightening even more than before. In order for you to lessen the impact of high fuel prices, it is essential to know how to drive in an economical manner. How? Read on.
Accelerating as slowly as possible is not considered the best option to save fuel — and it can also irritate other road users. Accelerate normally through the gears to your desired speed and then change to the highest gear possible. When cruising, try to use top gear from around 60 kph up, and aim to keep the engine speed to between 2000 rpm and 3000 rpm. Switch off the engine if you are going to be at a standstill for more than a minute.
Look at the routes you frequently take — your drive to work for instance. Are there less congested roads you could take? They might add miles to your journey but, if they cut out stop-start motoring, you could save fuel. Keep windows and sunroofs shut, and make sure your tyres are at the right pressure. Wind resistance and drag from under-inflated tyres will increase fuel bills. Always remove roof racks and bike racks when not needed, and do not carry unnecessary items in your boot.
Use of the stereo, rear demisters, lights and air-conditioning adds to the fuel bill. A dirty engine with lots of sooty deposits can worsen fuel economy. Changing the oil can help to improve things here. These measures will help you eke out the maximum kilometres from every litre of fuel.
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