Older talk about the nine car tips

As oil prices continue to rise, among the many considerations of consumer car purchases, the degree of attention on car fuel consumption has also increased. Recently, a survey conducted by Xinhuaxin, a market research organization, on car owners has shown that, out of non-price factors, fuel consumption exceeded the brand and configuration by 83.2%. How to reduce fuel consumption in daily driving has also become the focus of attention of car owners. Below, we will introduce in detail the fuel-saving tips.

Avoid idling the engine for a long time. When the engine is at idle, the fuel consumption of the engine is much greater than normal driving. Therefore, when the vehicle is not started for a long time, such as parking, it is best to turn off the engine.

Second, as far as possible to avoid emergencies. The softest and smoothest driving style is the most fuel-efficient. In the starting stage, try to avoid slamming the gas pedal. The correct method is smooth acceleration, and after reaching a certain speed, it should be kept as even as possible. When driving on a crowded road, you must also look at the road ahead to avoid sudden braking. This not only saves fuel but also extends the life of the vehicle.

Keep the proper driving speed. In general, the driving speed is the most fuel-efficient at 88.5 kilometers per hour. When the speed is increased to 105 kilometers per hour, the fuel consumption will increase by 15%, and will increase by 25% at 110 to 120 kilometers per hour.

Four to keep the vehicle low wind resistance. At high speeds, a large part of the power is used to overcome wind resistance. Therefore, try not to load on the roof or make unreasonable modifications. It is estimated that adding a luggage rack on the roof will increase fuel consumption by 5%. In addition, in the high-speed state, do not think that opening the window will be more fuel-efficient than opening the air conditioner, because the window will greatly increase the air resistance, but will be more costly.

Fifth, do a good job of daily maintenance. Impure air cleaners and oil filters, worn spark plugs, and problematic emission control systems can all increase fuel consumption. According to statistics, it is normal for a poorly maintained engine to increase fuel consumption by 10% or 20%, and dirty air filters can also result in a 10% increase in fuel consumption. In order to maintain the best performance of the car, it is best to replace the oil every 5,000 km and check the filter.

Six maintain normal tire pressure levels. Lack of tire pressure, rolling resistance will greatly increase. According to the test, the tire pressure is 2 psi lower than the specified value (pressure unit: pounds per square foot), and the fuel consumption will increase by 1%. Tire shifts or excessive wear may also increase fuel consumption. Therefore, it is best to check the tire pressure once a month. In addition, the use of certain green tires can also reduce fuel consumption by 3% to 8% on average.

Seven to reduce the burden on the car. Cleaning up unnecessary items in the trunk can reduce the weight of the car and also achieve energy savings.

Eight choose reasonable access routes. In a traffic jam, the fuel consumption of the car is the largest. Therefore, in big cities, congestion road sections should be avoided as much as possible. For example, choosing a high-speed loop that bypasses the road will result in much lower fuel consumption than straight roads that cross the city center.

Nine morning refueling. The temperature in the morning is relatively low, and the density of gasoline is greater, so the same price may make you get a little more gasoline when you refuel.