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Posted on May 16, 2008 by Matt | Posted under Automotive
Gas costs got you down? Lift your spirits and MPG's with these tips!
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1. Keep your vehicle well maintained and tuned up. A vehicle that runs poorly is going to have to work harder to keep running, which means more fuel will be burned for the same output. This doesn't just mean mechanically sound; you should also stay on top of the required maintenance. Change your oil regularly (every 3,000 miles or 3 months), keep your tires inflated to the tire manufacturer's specifications and ensure the vehicle has a good alignment. Do the spark plugs or air filter need to be changed? All these things can have a dramatic effect on how many miles per gallon you get from your vehicle, so stay on top of it and enjoy the extra MPG's. 2. Purchasing a handheld programmer is a particularly good option for people who drive cars or trucks that have a turbocharged or supercharged engine. This applies for both gas and diesel varieties. Although it requires a modest investment, it is an investment that will pay off in the long-term. For example, the Hypertech Econ Power Programmer costs around $350. It works for a variety of domestic vehicles, improves both horsepower and torque output, and can increase fuel economy by as much as 6 MPG! Even if only a 3 MPG increase was gained, that translates into sixty more miles out of a twenty gallon tank. If the average car gets 20 MPG, the econ power programmer can save the average driver between $12 and $24 per tank. Depending on how much you drive, the HyperTech e con can pay for itself in as little as eight months. If you own a truck and do a lot of towing, the HyperTech Max Energy power programmer is another great option as it focuses on increasing power and torque for better towing capacity while still improving fuel economy. 3. Remove anything in the vehicle you know you won't need. Extra weight in your vehicle is extra work the engine has to do to haul everything around. This translates into lower MPG's if you are regularly hauling around extra stuff. 4. Reduce drag by removing aftermarket components like a luggage rack or ski/bike rack. Removing things like this can have a dramatic improvement on fuel economy, as much as 3-4 MPG. 5. Drive at a constant speed and/or use cruise control. You'll burn more fuel by accelerating and braking than if you are able to keep a constant RPM/speed. Go with the flow of traffic, maybe even 1 or 2 MPH less than everyone else, to keep your foot off the brake. Obviously, safety takes precedence over fuel economy so make sure you aren't causing problems in freeway situations when following this tip. 6. Know where the stop signs and traffic lights are. Many people have a beaten path they follow to get to work. If you can time your commute and get in sync with traffic lights, you won't have to stop as often. This will lead to better fuel economy because you're maintaining a more constant speed and not accelerating as much. About The Author: You can click on the following links for more information about the Hypertech econ or the Hypertech Max Energy fuel saving options. |
Tags: HYPERTECH ECON, HYPERTECH MAX ENERGY, POWER PROGRAMMER
