Get rid of excess weights
The solution to your fuel problem could be sitting right there in your car boot. Get rid of any excess weights in and on your car. Your car engine will use up more energy to drag all that weight to your destination. Make a habit of examining your boot and removing any needless items every day. You know that roof rack that makes everyone in town know that you like the outdoors? Well, it has to go as well. Chances are that you had it installed after buying your car. If you are solemn about fuel economy, you need to have it removed.
Buy a fuel-efficient car
Think about fuel consumption before you write the check or transfer the funds. In fact, fuel consumption should be among the first questions you ask the dealer. The truth is that you will find many car models that will meet your personal or family needs and use less fuel. If the car you drive uses too much fuel, think about trading it for another fuel-efficient model. Heads may not turn when you drive by as before but you will feel the positive effect on your wallet.
Go slow on the brakes
Avoid stepping hard and fast on the brakes unless if you are about to crash into something or the car ahead. The secret is to study the road when driving. Check for bump signs or zebra crossings while you are still far off. Sometimes just observing traffic movements can tell you where you need to slow down. Do not maintain the high speed then halt suddenly when you get to the stop sign or bumps. Remember to accelerate slowly after the low-speed spots.
Conclusion
Fuel economy is not a rocket science. You just need to make small changes to your driving habits and service your car regularly. It may take you some time to undo some of the habits you have learned since you bought your first car. However, it is worth the trouble. The tips outlined above will get you moving in the right direction. Implementing one tip may not give you the significant change you need in the fuel cost. You need to combine several if not all of the tips to see the change.
