A Smart Driver Knows How To Save Fuel
A record of 84.58mpg has been achieved after a complete run of over 400 miles on a marathon held this year. This record was set by a Mazda2 diesel from Mazda Motors based in UK. The marathon wants to promote eco-driving and put into emphasis the fuel savings. Amidst the increasing price of fuel, a smart motorist must know how to save gas.
The crew members of Mazda2 1.4 5dr TS2 Diesel namely, Sue Cooke and Joanne Cooke have fully utilized the car’s light weight and smooth aerodynamics. The competitive driving lasted for two days and they got a score of 19 percent improvement on the combined cycle figure (65.7mpg) of this Mazda, while only cruising at 40mph.
Sue told that a wise approach and applying “smarter motoring” techniques may help her save fuel for her car. These methods of saving fuel include accelerating slowly, early shift-up and avoiding unnecessary braking by planning ahead of time. If these things are to be put into practice, anyone who applies these techniques may surely end up saving dollars for fuel.
The skills in proper driving can create an effect on your fuel consumption. One of the skills is to slow down. For an instance, driving at a speed of 70mph consumes 15 per cent more fuel than at 50mph. Be cautious and always be alert when driving to avoid braking and stopping which can be prevented beforehand. Engine should be shut down when not in use, it still burns fuel even if you are on a stop. Try to open down your windows when travelling; air-condtioning in your car consumes fuel also. Check tire pressures regularly, it affects greatly when you are accelerating. Remove unnecessary and excess weight away from your car; the more load you have, the more fuel you burn. Remove roof racks because it causes aerodynamic drag. And lastly, have your car be checked on a regular basis.
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