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Tips for all drivers
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Drive like a Hypermiler
- Drive conservatively.
- Aggressive driving (speeding and rapid acceleration braking) can lower your gas mileage by as much at highway speeds and 5% around town.
- Glide to stops and accelerate slowly and evenly.
- Drive more consistently.
- Spend as much time at the same speed as possible. Mileage is worst during acceleration.
- Use cruise control when ever possible.
- Slow down: each 5 miles per hour you drive over 60 mph can reduce your fuel economy 10%. fueleconomy.gov
Simple tips that work
- A/C On, Windows Up vs. A/C Off, Windows Down. Keep the window up over 50 miles per hour.
- Combine chores and trips. An engine runs most efficiently when warmed up.
- Avoid excessive idling - idling gets 0 miles per gallon!
- Check your tire pressure & use the recommend grade of oil. Keeping tires inflated to the recommended pressure and using the recommended grade of motor oil can improve fuel economy by up to 5%. site: Fueleconomy.gov
- Reduce the weight of your car. The more stuff you have in your car, the more energy it takes to move it.
- When you're stuck in traffic or waiting at a red light, drop your transmission into neutral to bring your engine's standing RPMs as low as possible
