Chris Auffenberg

While the largest factor in how often you have to head to the pump is the body style and model of your car, driving habits also affect how fuel efficient your vehicle can be. If you’re looking to get the most mpgs you can, consider adopting some of our driving tips for fuel efficiency on your next ride.

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Driving Tips for Fuel Efficiency

Less Braking

Quickly slamming on the brakes will negatively affect your gas mileage. As much as possible, try and anticipate any slowing down or stopping you will need to do in advance so you can take your foot off the gas pedal to slowly roll to stop rather than slamming.

Tire Maintenance

Under-inflated tires means your car has to work a little harder while on the road which equals less fuel efficiency. Try and get in the habit of checking your tire pressure each time you fill up for gas so you can make any needed adjustments right away.

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Reduce Weight

Traveling with too many extra items will up the weight that your car has to move around meaning you will be spending more time at the gas station. Don’t remove necessary items like a spare tire, but remove anything from your trunk that doesn’t need to be there.

No More Speeding

Driving habits can be really hard to change when you have been behind the wheel for years. But, if you really want to see a noticeable difference in your mpgs, one of the best things that you can do is to take it easy on the accelerator. Try not to go over the speed limit, especially on highways.

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Keep your Windows Closed

If you’re someone who likes to feel the wind in your hair, you might want to reconsider keeping those windows open all the time. Having them open can create drag and make it harder for your vehicle to keep a steady pace. Try switching to the air conditioner instead.