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Efficient Driving - Maintenance for Fuel Efficiency |
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Page 3 of 7 MAINTENANCE FOR FUEL EFFICIENCY
Car maintenance is one of the most important things you can do to help reduce gasoline consumption: - Check Tire Pressure. Check your tire pressure at least once a month, when the tires are cold. Under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by 3 - 5%, and are a safety risk too!
- Oil and Filter Changes. Change these regularly. Oil breaks down over time, creating an inefficient, fuel-wasting vehicle. Clogged filters also disrupt the engine's natural flow.
- Tune Up. Follow a regular schedule for tune-ups. Keeping your car healthy will not only save your money, but also reduces gasoline consumption and emissions. A poorly tuned vehicle can burn up to twice as much fuel as a well-maintained one!
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