05/17/2022
Improving fuel efficiency can save massive money on gas. Here are some tips to consider when you are on the road.
1. MANAGE CRUISE RPM
Managing the speed of your engine is also essential in maximizing your fuel efficiency. Find the “sweet spot,” the most efficient RPM to run your engine. 1250 - 1350 RPM tends to be a good “sweet spot.”
2. USE THE LOWEST COST STATIONS
Many trucking-specific GPS systems will plan your route for you to stop at the less-expensive fuel stations along the way.
3. MONITOR TIRE PRESSURE
Underinflated tires decrease your fuel economy. For every 1 PSI drop in pressure, your fuel mileage can be reduced by 0.3%.
4. MINIMIZE IDLING
Only idle your truck when necessary. One hour of idling burns about a gallon of fuel.
5. DON’T OVERFILL THE TANK
If you fill your tank, the expanded fuel can cause the tank to overflow and waste fuel.
6. BE MODERATE WITH BRAKING
Every time you slow down from braking, it takes more fuel to get back up to speed. Leaving more distance between you and the vehicle you are following can reduce braking.
7. STAY IN HIGHER GEAR
Driving in the highest gear possible is an excellent way to help maximize fuel efficiency. Traveling at faster rates in low gears can consume 45% more fuel than is needed.
8. CHECK VEHICLE ALIGNMENT
Another essential factor to getting the best possible fuel efficiency is to make sure your tires are pointed straight down the road. A tire that is even ¼ degree from perfectly straight will try to travel 10-15 feet sideways every mile.
9. USE CRUISE CONTROL
When you can, use cruise control. Cruise control can limit unnecessary acceleration and deceleration and save up to 6% in fuel consumption on the road.
10. MINIMIZE AIR CONDITIONING
Every time you use your A/C, you increase fuel consumption by 0.2-0.4 miles per gallon. Sometimes this can be unavoidable, but when you can, just crack the window!
Source: ATBS.com
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