We're over the mid-week hump again! That means two more days of driving in rush hour traffic, for most of us, to get to work.
Here are some tips to help you drive more efficiently to save gas:
1. Drive sensibly, not aggressively. Speeding, braking and rapid acceleration wastes gas and can lower your fuel economy by 33% at highway speeds and 5% in the city.
2. Observe the speed limit. Gas mileage usually decreases above speeds of 50 mph. Observing the speed limit is also safer.
3. Remove excess weight. Avoid keeping unnecessary items in your vehicle. This usually affects smaller vehicles more than larger ones, at a rate of 1%-2%/100 lbs reduction of your MPG.
4. Avoid excessive idling. Idling can use up 1/4 to 1/2 a gallon of gas per hour depending on the size of your engine and whether you have an a/c.
5. Using cruise control on the highway helps you maintain your speed, and saves you money on gas.
Don't use a vinegar-water solution to de-ice your windows and mirrors.
A common consensus among car detailers is that if the vinegar solution is not removed properly, it could remove the wax from your car and damage the paint, the seals and any chrome surfaces it comes into contact with.
Use commercial products instead, and follow the instructions closely on the packaging.
We're over the mid-week hump, and a little bit closer to the long weekend. Use this time to put winter tires on your car. Don't wait! Otherwise, you risk waiting a long time for an appointment and paying a lot more than you need to.
Avoid costly 'surprises' by having your car checked for minor damages like scratches before you return your leased vehicle to the leasing company. Come and see us today for a free check-up and estimate.
Bare metal rusts when exposed to water, and salt on winter roads speeds up the process. Take are of rust on your vehicle right away the right way. Give us a call!