Fuel saving tips [merged threads]

[kiper]

boydapa, add 2 psi for every inch added to the wheel.

[Bogeyman]

Think twice before getting that roof rack for additional cargo space. Apart from the additional weight it brings, a roof rack will also increase surface drag on your vehicle and jack up fuel consumption, not to mention ruining your ride's silhouette. If you must bring a lot of stuff, exercise a little foresight; try to "budget" your interior space between passengers and cargo before a trip out of town, so you can maximize your interior space without compromising your car's aerodynamics. Or better yet, just get a roomier vehicle to begin with.

When approaching a flyover and the lane is clear behind you, take your foot off the accelerator and coast. While it may decrease your speed, it will extend the life of your brakes. Don't harm your throttle linkage with exaggerated changes in speed; just allow other drivers to merge before you.

Coast pa rin as much as possbile on downhill runs, like when going down a flyover or a mountain pass. When you need to take it easy on descents, gently apply the brakes. This triggers the brake lamps, which in turn will alert the cars behind you on when to slow down and stop. Proven safer than merely downshifting.

And don't tailgate! Maintain a distance of at least one car away from the vehicle in front of you. This will help avoid sudden stops and give you enough room to maneuver in case of an emergency.

Tsaka kung hindi naman nagmamadali, 'wag adelantado sa daan. Just sit back and enjoy the view!

[mikaztro]

Save By Increasing Fuel Efficiency

There are not only ways to save on the gasoline itself but ways to increase fuel efficiency which will cut down on your need for gasoline and pad your pockets with extra change. Try a few of these on for size:

* Drive less aggressively. By tailing the person in front of you, you will need to stop suddenly and accelerate more often, using significantly more gasoline.
* Keep your tires fully inflated and check inflation monthly. Studies have shown that driving on underinflated tires can cost you 10% or more in lost gasoline.
* Keep your speed under 80 kph. Research has shown that fuel efficiency decreases rapidly at speeds above 80kph.
* Avoid excessive idling which just burns gas and takes you nowhere!
* Use Overdrive Gears and Cruise Control if your vehicle is equipped. Both of these help increase fuel efficiency.
* Replace air filters and save on gas mileage by up to 10%.
* Don't forget to get routine oil changes and tune ups as needed. These can collectively increase fuel efficiency by up to 10%.

There is no way of predicting how high gas prices will reach before they begin to finally drop. In the end, the most practical thing we all could do is to stop relying on our vehicles so heavily. Ride a bike. Jog. Walk. It couldn't hurt and it definitely could help in more ways than just the financial ones!

[pissword]

whatever you do, just dont use KHAOS hehe

[khapostubochat]

mag bike kaya

[Djerms]

Tumaas nanaman ang Fuel Prices!!!

Buhayin ko lang itong thread na ito started by Yebo. Very informative on fuel saving.

TY

[cutedoc]

maximum pagtitipid, walking=)

aside from the statement above
1. plan your trip, even going to office, go to work early to void traffic, go home late as well, if your going to pick up your kids, plan the route well and proper timing
2. pag la namang pollution, open window: al fresco=)

[niky]

Hehe... I was wondering... luma na ito?

More tips, especially appropriate for the summer:

Upgrade/maintain your cooling system. Heat kills horsepower and drinks fuel. Many modern engines use fuel to stay cool, and if they're too hot, they'll run rich.

1. Replace your radiator cap every few years. A worn pressure release spring in the cap will lower the boiling point of your fluid. You can also change up to a 1.1 bar cap to increase the boiling point.

2. Stick with the manufacturer's recommended coolant:water ratio, as pure water actually cools less effectively than a 50:50 mix. Redline Water Wetter helps, too.

[ILuvDetailing]

2. pag la namang pollution, open window: al fresco=)

Not applicable in Metro Manila not with all the smoke belching vehicles, not to mention the extreme summer heat.

[Djerms]

Luma na ito. 2004 pa sinimulan. Grabe ano, 2 years na tayo gumagapang sa pagtaas. hehe.