How Can I Get Better Gas Mileage?
How to Get Better Gas Mileage in Memphis, TN
Looking for ways to get better fuel efficiency from your Toyota? We’ve got you covered. Here at Chuck Hutton Toyota, we want to help you have the best ownership experience possible once you’ve purchased your new or used Toyota vehicle from us. That’s why we’ve listed some everyday ways that you can get better gas mileage, using simple changes that can make a big difference at the pump. If you’re ready to burn less gas and get farther without filling up, try adding these easy practices into your everyday life.
Schedule your travel time efficiently.
Stand-still traffic is definitely a pain — but did you know that it’s bad for your fuel efficiency, too? If possible, try to avoid running errands during rush hour and other busy times. If your day includes several errands, try to plan them out in order to make as few trips as possible. If you can, do your shopping in areas that are near your home and close together.
Reduce weight.
Have items collected in your backseat or trunk over time? It might be convenient to store things in your car, but did you know that even 100 pounds of excess weight can increase your fuel consumption? Consider removing unnecessary items from your car and taking off cargo boxes and roof racks when you’re not using them.
Avoid speeding.
It’s not only smart to avoid speeding for your safety, but for your fuel efficiency, too. The faster your speed creeps up, the more fuel you burn. In fact, driving faster than 50 miles per hour can hurt fuel efficiency by as much as 7% to 14%. While it’s a given that you’ll drive over 50 miles per hour on the highway, you can still help your gas mileage by maintaining a constant speed. Turn on cruise control (when safe to do so) and avoid speeding up or slowing down too quickly.
Pump gas when the temperature is coolest.
Maybe waiting to get gas before work isn’t such a bad idea! When you fill up at the gas station during the coolest times of the day, you actually get more fuel, since fuel is denser the colder it becomes. Avoid pumping fuel when the temperature is high and you’ll help maximize your fuel efficiency.
Don't let your vehicle idle for too long.
Avoid letting your car sit and idle for long periods of time. Idling burns a lot of fuel, so it’s better to turn off your vehicle and restart it when it’s time to move again.
Keep up with maintenance.
A healthy vehicle is a more fuel-efficient vehicle. When you keep your tires aligned and inflated to the right PSI, your vehicle operates more efficiently. This is also true for other maintenance, since replacing spark plugs and the cabin air filter when necessary can also benefit your miles per gallon. The expert technicians in our service department will be happy to help your vehicle perform at maximum efficiency. We’ll be here all year to keep up with your model’s service schedule, so if your vehicle is due for a tune-up, schedule your appointment today.
If you need further advice about your vehicle, feel free to contact us or stop by our dealership at 4601 Hutton Way, Memphis, TN 38116. We look forward to serving our customers near Sandy Springs, Cumming, Gwinnett and Duluth.
To learn more, visit:
https://www.aaa.com/autorepair/articles/top-10-ways-to-get-better-gas-mileage,
https://www.gmfinancial.com/en-us/financial-resources/articles/improve-fuel-efficiency.html,
https://www.investopedia.com/financial-edge/0211/9-easy-ways-to-increase-your-gas-mileage.aspx