Green Technology

 

It's summer vacation time and the orice of gasoline is hovering around $3.00 / gal self serve in the Philadelphia area.  

How do you get the most from each precious gallon?  Read on for some EASY TIPS: 

"... the average car releases about one pound of carbon dioxide for every mile driven? ...Driving a fuel efficient car, driving to maximize fuel efficiency, and maintaining your car properly can greatly reduce your car's impact on the climate."

"Here are [some of the] 14 Easy-to-Follow Tips to Increase Your Fuel Economy."  Click the link to get them a

"Plan Your Route  Don't make unnecessary trips, and combine several errands in one trip ... If you have several things to do, but the timing is unimportant, save them up to do together in one longer trip"

"Keep Track of Your Gas Mileage   A drop in ... fuel economy can be a sign of engine trouble"

"Take A Load Off  ... Every extra 100 pounds costs you about a half-mile-per gallon, reducing fuel economy by about 1 percent. So don't carry unnecessary weight."

"Follow the Speed Limit  Driving 65 mph instead of 75 mph will increase your fuel economy by about 10%."

"Inflate Your Tires Check your tire pressure at least once a month and maintain it at manufacturer specifications. ... If your tires are under-inflated by just 3 pounds, fuel economy goes down by about 1 percent and it will cost you a half-mile-per-gallon.

"Avoid Drag I... aerodynamic drag ... results in higher fuel consumption. A roof rack that is not permanently fixed to your vehicle should be removed when it is not being used."

"Try Not To Idle For More Than A Minute ... letting your engine idle for more than a minute will burn even more fuel than turning off the engine and restarting it. If there's a long line at the drive-in window, turn off your engine or park and go inside."

 

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Via:  BetterWorldClub.com   Link