There is not a
driver on the road that doesn’t hate spending so much money on gas.
The Columbia, SC Auto Repair Pro has five tips to save gas and get better gas mileage.
Tip 1: Air Filter
A dirty air filter restricts air flow from going into
the engine. This will have an effect on the vehicle performance
and fuel economy. Some air filters can be cleaned, but some are
made of paper and have to be replaced. Click here for instructions
on how to change an air filter.
Tip 2: Clean it Out
You do not realize how much extra and unnecessary weight you may be carrying around in your car. We tend to spend so much time in our vehicles
that we often fill them with things we really do not need. Unload all that stuff you have tucked here
and there and give the trunk a good cleaning too. Keep only what you really need to have and
the lighter load will help your auto
use less gas.
Tip 3: Keep Tires in Check
When your tires do not have enough air there is more rolling resistance. This means you burn extra fuel just to keep
moving! Check your tires when they are
cooled. Checking warm tires may cause
inaccurate readings as warmed air within the tire creates increased
pressure. If you will take the time to
regularly check your tires to ensure they are at the manufacturer’s recommended
specifications, you will cut down on rolling resistance and your gas expenses.
Tip 4: Stock Tires vs. Performance
New performance wheels and tires can create visual appeal
and offer improved handling, but they could be costing you gas too. If you are riding on tires that are wider
than the stock tires, you have increased your rolling resistance. If you don’t want to go back to your stock
tires, at least keep them handy for longer trips. The narrower tread offers a smoother ride and
helps increase your fuel economy.
Tip 5: Slow Your Roll
When you drive like
you’re in a race car, you’re not only increasing your odds of having an
accident, but hurting your gas mileage as well.
Even slowing it down to going no faster than the posted speed limit can
help improve your fuel economy.
As a professional mechanic, I know how to keep a car
running its best. Bad gas mileage is a big complaint for many drivers.
Following my five tips increases your fuel economy and saves
you cash.
For more auto repair tutorials, mechanic tips, and automotive
information from the Columbia SC Auto Repair Pro be sure to check out the Columbia SC
Auto Repair Pro Blog. You can even schedule
an auto repair in Columbia, SC by calling 803-735-7902. Sanford’s Automotive Service - proudly serving the Columbia
area since 1989.
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