ways you can save petrol

Petrol price is up... sigh!!!! means less of going out... sigh!!!! Not only petrol but soon electricity too... Everything is soooo expensive... If this continues than I think I need to find multiple of jobs... Below I have found something on the paper today...

Ways you can save petrol...
Drive smoothly
- Aggressive driving can use as much as a third more fuel than safe driving. Avoid accelerating or braking too hard and try to keep your steering as smooth as possible.

Use higher gear
- The higher the gear you drive in, the lower your engine speed is, which can improve fuel efficiency. so change up a gear whenever you can, without laboring the engine.

Tune and service your engine
- A well-tuned engine can improve fuel economy by up to 4%, so change your oil and follow your car manufacturer's recommendation on servicing.

Keep your tyres at the right pressure
- Tyre under-inflated by just 1psi can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 3%. An under-or over-inflated tyre is also more susceptible to failing.

Avoid carrying excess weight
- For every extra 45kg you carry, your fuel efficiency can drop by 1 to 2%. So keep your boot or back seat clear of unnecessary items that just add weight to your vehicle.

Keep the windows close
- Wind blowing thought an open window will slow you down. To compensate, you may put your foot down harder, using more fuel.

Take the rook rack off
- If you are not using your roof rack then remove it. The roof racks affect the aerodynamic efficiency of your vehicle and create drag, reducing fuel economy by as much as 5%.

Use the correct oil
- Always use the recommended grade of motor oil. Using the manufacturer's recommended lubricant can improve fuel efficiency by 1 to 2%. Higher quality motor oils can also help your engine operate more efficiency.

Cruise control
- Using cruise control on major roads helps you maintain a constant speed and, in many cases, will improve fuel consumption.

Avoid excess idling
- Idling gets you nowhere but still burns fuel. Turn the engine off when you are in a queue or waiting for someone until you need it.

*Fuel saving tips courtesy of Shell Malaysia website.