CAR CARE TIPS
The information below will help you improve vehicle safety, longevity and fuel economy.
1. Keep your tires inflated at the correct pressure. Under inflation causes tire wear and wastes fuel.
2.
Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a
heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption.
3. Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into higher gear as quickly as possible.
4. Avoid engine lag or over-revving. Use a gear position suitable for the type of road you are traveling.
5.
Avoid long engine idling. If you have to wait for a long period of
time, it is better to turn off the engine and start again later.
6. Avoid stop and go driving. Stop and go driving wastes fuel.
7. Do not rest your foot on the clutch or brake petal. This causes needless wear, overheating and poor fuel economy.
8.
Keep all wheels in proper alignment. Improper alignment not only causes
faster tire wear but also puts an extra load on the engine.
9. Keep your vehicle tuned up and in top shape.
10.Getting
more miles per gallon of fuel is actually easy. Just take it easy while
driving. It will also make your vehicle last longer.
11.
It is a good idea to do a safety check before starting on a trip. A
visit to your mechanic can help ensure safe and pleasant driving during
the upcoming summer months.
