Drive Economically and Save Money

1. Any speed higher than 70 KMH forces your vehicle to conquer huge wind resistance.

2. First and foremost the speed limit is set for your safety, however better gas is another plus. Travelling at 55 mph provides you with up to 21% better mileage when compared to older speed limits of 65 mph and 70 mph.

3. Travelling at faster speeds in low gears can devour up to 45% more fuel than is necessary.

4. Vehicles with manual shift transmissions allow you to change to highest gear whenever you need to, thereby allowing you the chance to save gas. On the other hand, if you cause the engine to “bog down” early wearing of engine parts will occur.

5. Open windows produce air drag, this can reduce your mileage by up to 10%. Therefore, when travelling at higher speeds keep your windows rolled up to get better gas mileage.
6. Slowing down and speeding up wastes gasoline and lowers your gas mileage, when it is safely possible stay at the same speed. In addition avoid tailgating not only is it unsafe, but if affects your economy, if he slows down unexpectedly.

7. Accelerate before you reach an upcoming hill, avoid speeding up while climbing it and try to accelerate down the other side.

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