How to Be Fuel-Efficient When Driving

No one wants to empty their bank account just to fill their gas tank. Interested in fuel-efficient driving habits to save on gas and save fuel while driving on hills around Columbia? Our service department is here to help, so we’ve put together this handy guide below on how to be fuel-efficient every time you hit the road in your Ford vehicle.

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5 Fuel-Efficient Driving Habits Everyone Should Have

It’s not hard to learn the secrets of those who know how to be fuel-efficient. Better yet, these fuel-efficient driving habits may also extend the life of your new car:

Leave early enough to beat rush hour. Stop-and-go traffic is terrible for gas mileage.
Keep it under 65. Drive at a nice, even speed. Use cruise control when you can.
Take your time getting from 0-60. Accelerating gradually uses a lot less gas than driving fast and furiously.
Don’t slam on the brakes if you don’t have to. Give yourself enough time to roll to a stop gradually.
Keep those tires properly inflated. Tires that are low on air cause the engine to work harder. In turn, the engine uses more gas. Invest in a handheld tire gauge. Check your air pressure whenever you stop for gas. After all, gas stations also have air pumps, so it’s a great place to check your tires.

How Can You Save Fuel While Driving on Hills?

So, how can you save fuel while driving on hills around Irmo? It’s simple:

Ascend the hill slowly. This uses less fuel than mashing down on the gas while climbing the hill.
Let up on the gas going down the other side. Gravity will do the work, so give your engine a rest.
Remember: slow going up, coast going down.

Rely on Jim Hudson Ford for Expert Car Care in Lexington

At Jim Hudson Ford of Lexington, we’re here to help you keep your car in top shape. If you enjoyed this handy guide on how to be fuel-efficient, make sure to check out our car-care guide to learn more about tire rotation and other auto maintenance topics like how to calculate gas mileage. We’re just down the road from Chapin, so drop by or contact us today!

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Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license fees. ‡Vehicles shown at different locations are not currently in our inventory (Not in Stock) but can be made available to you at our location within a reasonable date from the time of your request, not to exceed one week.