How Can You Get Better Mileage from Your Car?

 

Although we may not be using our cars quite as much as in recent years, the cost of filling the tank with fuel is still a major consideration for most drivers. However, while we can’t control the price of fuel, we can do something about how we use our vehicles to ensure that we’re using our fuel efficiently. And improving fuel efficiency not only means good news for our bank balance but helps the environment too.

Regular Servicing is a Must

No matter what kind of car you drive, the way to ensure that it’s running optimally is by booking it in for a regular car service with an Earlwood mechanic. A qualified mechanic will quickly identify any issues and something as simple as ensuring a car is running well enough to pass its emissions test can boost fuel efficiency by 4%. More serious faults such as fault oxygen sensors can also affect the amount of fuel used. So, it’s always wise to ensure that that schedule a regular car service.

Check Your Tyres

Checking your tyres for damage regularly is a sensible precaution but did you know that the condition of the tyres affects fuel consumption? Always make sure that your tyres are correctly inflated. Although it may not be a part of a regular car service, your Kingsgrove mechanic can check wheel alignment and rotate your tyres to ensure better and more even wear.

Don’t Forget the Air Filter and Oil

Air filters and engine oil will be checked as part of our regular car service in Bexley. Cleaning or replacing the air filter stops dirt and other residues from entering the engine compartment and making sure that it’s changed between 15,000 and 30,000 miles can improve fuel efficiency by 6%. You’ll also see an improvement in fuel economy by changing the engine oil in line with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Pay More Attention to How You Drive

While fuel efficiency can be improved with regular servicing, how and what you drive will have a significant effect on how much fuel you use. Older vehicles tend to use more fuel than newer models. Smaller vehicles tend to be more efficient than those with larger engines. Ensuring that you drive as smoothly as possible will help you to save fuel. Speeding, sharp braking and rapid acceleration increase the amount of fuel you use.

The Bottom Line

There are several ways you can help to make your fuel go further but the bottom line is that you should ensure your vehicle is well maintained, regularly serviced and that you drive smoothly and within the speed limit.