Boost Fuel Efficiency for Daily Commutes

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Check tire pressure with a gauge to prevent a 1% drop in fuel economy.
• Remove extra items from trunk or seats to reduce weight and improve mileage.
• Plan routes with real-time traffic apps to avoid idling and wasting fuel.
• Warm up engine for only 30 seconds to prevent excess fuel use from idling.
• Turn off air conditioning at low speeds to reduce engine load and save fuel.
• Accelerate smoothly to avoid rapid starts, which can lower gas mileage by 33%.
• Consolidate errands to minimize cold starts, which use more fuel than warm restarts.
• Close windows at highway speeds to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency.
• Remove unused roof racks or carriers to decrease wind resistance and save fuel.
• Check fuel cap tightness to prevent evaporation losses and warning lights.
• Use cruise control on flat highways to maintain steady speed and optimize fuel use.
• Review trip computer or app data daily to spot fuel use patterns and adjust habits.