In recent years, we have had to deal with
constantly rising prices and difficult economic conditions. Everything, from
housing costs to monthly utility bills to food prices increased dramatically,
making it even more challenging to balance our budget each month. Rising petrol
expenses resulting from the economic boom and world conditions only added to
our money challenges. With so many costs rising at the same time, it pays to
look for any way you can save money.
The end of the pandemic also saw many
employers mandate a return to the workplace. Instead of being able to work from
home, we now had to gear up for a daily commute and time spent idling in
traffic. With the end of work from home mandates, we started to incur
significant expenses for petrol each month. Fortunately, if you focus on
improving your car’s fuel economy, you can trim your fuel expenses and have
more money available at the end of the month.
Have Your Car Serviced Regularly
To save money and achieve the best fuel
efficiency, you should have your vehicle serviced regularly by your local Bexley
mechanic. When your car is well-maintained, it will run efficiently
and your fuel use will be reduced.
You’ll want to make sure you schedule
regular oil changes, and use the right oil for your car. When you replace spark
plugs that are worn-out, you will get more efficient engine combustion. Keeping
your air filter clean can also improve your engine and fuel performance.
Check Your Tyres Too
You can also save on fuel costs when you
keep your tyres properly inflated. If you stop by to see your Bexley mechanic, they can make sure
that all of your tyres are inflated to the exact pressure recommended by the
manufacturer.
When tyres are underinflated, the car has
to use more power to overcome the resistance of rolling down the road. It’s
estimated that tyres that are properly inflated can help you save between three
and seven percent of your fuel consumption.
Smooth Driving Saves Fuel
If you want to get a big boost in your
fuel economy, practice smooth and steady driving. After you come to a stop,
build up your speed and accelerate gradually. Cruise control can help you keep
a steady speed on the highway.
Driving smoothly can help improve your fuel efficiency up to thirty percent. When you drive aggressively, accelerate quickly or brake hard you’ll find yourself spending far more money on petrol.
