Gasoline prices skyrocket, 10 tips to save fuel

How to save fuel in the car.

Italians still prefer “old” gasoline and diesel cars. In fact, these two fuels are also the most commonly used for new vehicles: 6 out of 10 records in 2021 are related to petrol or diesel. An option that weighs heavily on the wallet, too. According to the data provided by Parclick An Italian family spends an average of 145 euros a month on fuel. An increase from 94 euros in 2020 and 128 euros in 2019.

The restrictions on movement during the pandemic have made themselves felt and affected the finances of many in the past year. But now, after very difficult months, Mobility has returned to pre-pandemic levels, so travel planning is back. And with them, stops at gas stations are becoming more frequent. A good percentage of family income is spent on filling your car tank, especially now that the price of fuel is up 20% compared to 2020. So it’s a lot It is important and useful to know how to save something every time you travel. Here are some tips.

1. Choose good routes and plan your trip.

Bad road affects the flow of traffic. Also, tires, tires, glass or suspension can be damaged and the cost of repairs can increase significantly. Extending a trip of about one hour by ten minutes can increase gasoline or diesel consumption by more than 14%.

2. Maintain proper tire pressure.

The Tires are the key To reduce fuel consumption. If the tire pressure is incorrect or if it has a defect, the car will need more effort to operate properly, which means increased fuel consumption. In addition to, Driving with tires 0.5 bar below the correct pressure increases fuel consumption by 2% in urban areas and by 4% in urban areas. Of course, tires in poor condition also pose a significant risk to your safety and the safety of others.

3. Start and get started.

Always start the engine without depressing the accelerator pedal. Gasoline engines can be started immediately after they are turned on, while it is advisable to wait a few seconds with diesel engines before starting. Only 1st gear should be used to start and you should switch to 2nd gear after about 2 seconds or 6 metres. Starting at 20 km/h for 5 seconds saves up to 11% of fuel.

4. Maintain a steady speed.

Avoiding extreme acceleration and severe braking also helps control fuel consumption. Ideally, it should be traveling at a uniform speed, without sudden changes in speed that force the engine to work harder. To lower the speed, it is best to take your foot off the accelerator pedal and start decelerating before using the brake pedal. If you have to brake, do it gently and try Use the engine brake.

5. Do not increase the engine speed excessively.

as they say, It is important not to “overclock” the car engine and change gears at the right times. Most modern cars always indicate the optimal time to change gears; Despite this, we can always check the revolutions of the engine. In gasoline cars, it is correct to change the gear at about 2000/2500 rpm, while in diesel engines, the change must be done early, around 1500 rpm.

6. Avoid letting the engine idle for long periods.

Another very important aspect to consider when driving is to avoid prolonged idling. In fact, at idle, the car consumes between 0.5 and 0.7 l / h, and even if the consumption is low when the accelerator is not pressed, The car will continue to consume fuel as long as the engine is running. Therefore, if we have to stand still for a long time due to, for example, an accident or a bad traffic jam, it is better to turn off the engine.

7. Allow a few minutes to pass before turning on the heating.

In summer, it is almost impossible to do without air conditioning, and in winter, heating. However, their operation increases consumption but is sometimes necessary. However, you can reduce the amount of fuel you consume. In fact, the heating works thanks to the heat generated by the engine And if it is activated once the vehicle is started and the engine is still cold, You can see that it takes several minutes to start and heat up. So it is not necessary to turn it on before the car itself has had a chance to warm up.

8. Don’t drive with the windows down.

Air entry through the windows increases the drag the car has to deal with in order to turn. This means that it will have to make more effort to move, so it will consume more fuel. Also remember that it can be dangerous to travel with windows low at high speeds.

9. Check the car frequently.

Proper maintenance of your car has a positive effect on the family’s economy. One of the car components in poor condition (filters, suspension, tires) It will force the car to put in extra effort which will lead to higher costs. Taking your vehicle to the workshop regularly for an inspection helps keep the vehicle safe and ensures only absolutely essential fuel is being used.

10. Travel only with what you need.

Driving with 100kg of excess baggage, for example, increases the cost associated with a mid-size car by 6%.. Therefore, before departure (especially on long flights), it is necessary to prepare your luggage well and take only the essentials with you.

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