Three Tips to Improve Gas Mileage

Any adventure will be hindered if you’re spending half of the time at the gas pump. Land Rover of Naperville understands that filling up your tank can be quite costly. Therefore, we have taken the time to compile this list for you: Three Tips to Improve Gas Mileage.

Use cruise control

Cruise control is the simplest and easiest way to save on gas this summer and improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. Most vehicles have cruise control installed as a standard feature, and modern vehicles even have advanced cruise control settings that allow for more in-depth fuel-saving measures. Cruise control is a great way to maintain a set speed and conserve gas at the same time.

Avoid excessive acceleration

It’s definitely fun, but when you excessively accelerate, you’re wasting gas. Aggressive driving tendencies such as speeding, accelerating, and hard-braking tend to waste more gas. Additionally, when a vehicle reaches its optimal fuel economy at a different speed, or range of speeds, gas mileage usually decreases rapidly at speeds above 50 mph. Being more mindful of gently accelerating at a stop sign or green light can really make a difference in improving your gas mileage.

Limit excessive idling

Leaving your car running while parked is also another way to waste gas. And yes, this does include waiting in the drive-thru line for your morning coffee. Typically, when your car is running it can use anywhere from a quarter to half-gallon of fuel per hour, even if the car is in park. The amount of fuel used depends on your engine size and other factors, such as if your air conditioner is in use. It’s not as convenient, but parking and going in for that coffee or meal will help improve your gas mileage.

In closing, we at Land Rover of Naperville understand the importance of performance when driving. It’s best to utilize the tips listed above to keep your vehicle’s fuel economy at peak condition. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, however, don’t hesitate to give us a visit at 1559 W. Ogden Ave, or check out our new Land Rover inventory online. If you have any further questions give us a call at 630.413.0693.