Even though engines are as efficient as they’ve ever been, drivers still look for ways to minimize fuel consumption. In this post by AMSOIL: Synthetic Oil Outlet in Staten Island, NY, we’ll cover six ways to do just that. 

Keep Up With Your Car’s Maintenance

Keeping your vehicle in top condition is one of the best ways to minimize fuel consumption. Your engine is a machine where each part works in unison to give you the best performance possible. But if one component isn’t working correctly, it can throw off the performance of the whole engine. That’s why having a regular maintenance routine is so important to keep everything working as it should. Fuel consumption can be lowered by checking things like your tire’s air pressure, your battery’s performance, changing your air filter, and swapping out engine fluids for new ones. All of these components are essential to your engine, and if in good condition, they will help it run at its best. The best way to keep up with your car’s maintenance is by following your owner’s manual guidelines for vehicle maintenance.

Minimize fuel consumption by keeping your car in the best condition possible. The oil pros at Synthetic Oil Outlet can help you choose the best products for your maintenance routine. Call them at (718) 354-0548 for more information, or visit their online store to place an order anytime.

Drive Steadily

Another way to use less gas is to drive steadily—things like accelerating gently and keeping your vehicle at a constant speed help get better gas mileage. Also, deaccelerating by coasting instead of braking suddenly can also help you save on fuel and keep your brakes in good shape for longer. When driving long stretches of road, for example, on highways, using your car’s cruise control can make your driving steadier and reduce fuel consumption. Lastly, rough roads can make you burn through gas as they require your vehicle to power through, so avoiding them is also an excellent way to save up fuel.

Avoid Idling Your Car

Idling your car is another common thing that causes you to use up more fuel. It’s often said that turning on and off your vehicle can make you waste more gas when, in reality, 10 seconds of idling wasted much more fuel. Your car’s make and model will significantly affect how much fuel your vehicle will go through while idling, but it’s still a good idea to turn off your engine when waiting in your car.

Products like AMSOIL’s Signature Series 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil can also help you help your engine be more efficient and minimize fuel consumption. Give Synthetic Oil Outlet them a call at (718) 354-0548, and one of their oil pros will be happy to help.

Keep Your Car as Light as Possible

Another easy way you can minimize your fuel consumption is by lightening your vehicle’s load. Nowadays, cars are designed to be as light as possible; that’s why it's easier for them to reach their gas mileage goals, but constantly carrying around large loads can make them less efficient. It’s true that packing your car a few times a month or going on a road trip with a bunch of luggage won’t increase your fuel usage significantly, but keeping heavy things in your car can affect your gas mileage in the long run.

Avoid Traffic and Plan Your Route

Avoiding traffic and planning out your route are other great ways to save up on gas. Planning your drive can help you be more fuel-efficient, and avoiding traffic will prevent you from idling for long periods. If you don’t know well the route you’re taking, or if you’re not sure what traffic will look like, make sure to check your traffic or maps app before leaving for your destination to take the most efficient route possible.

Use the Right Products

Lastly, using the right products can also help minimize your fuel consumption. When filling your car’s tank, one way to help it be more efficient is to choose the right octane gas. Find the suggested octane for your vehicle in your owner’s manual. Also, using the correct grade oil for your engine will help your car be more efficient. You can also find this information in your owner’s manual.

We hope this post helps you minimize fuel consumption and be a greener driver. For more information on the best products for your engine, visit AMSOIL’s online store or talk to one of the experts at Synthetic Oil Outlet by calling (718) 354-0548 for more information.