Fuel costs have become a key source of concern due to rising prices. Recently, gasoline prices increased by up to Rs. 30 per litre, bringing petrol and diesel rates to Rs. 180/liter and Rs. 174/liter, respectively.
Furthermore, the interim government’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) calls for the reinstatement of petroleum levies and taxes, which could push fuel costs up to Rs. 270/liter by June 30.
This has caused vehicle drivers to switch to motorcycles in order to reduce their gasoline costs. While it appears to be a reasonable solution for some, it is not for individuals who commute with their families on a daily basis.
This post will go over some techniques for lowering your car’s fuel consumption by roughly 40% (a Rs. 72 per litre savings).
Use Company-Owned Gas Stations – You can save up to 20%.
Fill your tank early and save up to 5%.
Fill up your car early in the morning when the ground is still chilly. Underground storage tanks are available at all service stations. The denser the fuel, and the less probable it is to vaporise, the colder the earth. Because of the cooler temperature, you also obtain more fuel mass for the same volume.
Request Manual Refuelling at Slow Speed – Save up to 2%
Ask the attendant not to press the nozzle to speed up the filling process. The trigger is divided into three stages: slow, medium, and high. Slow mode pumps the gasoline at low pressure, reducing vapours produced by pumping.
The pump’s hoses all have a vapour return. Because petrol is a volatile liquid, rapid pumping causes some of it to vaporise. Those vapours are then sucked up and returned to the underground storage tank, denying automobile owners the full value of their money.
Save up to 2% by keeping your tank half full.
One of the most helpful hints is to refuel your automobile when it is half full. This is due to the fact that the more fuel in the tank, the less air will occupy the vacant area.
Petrol evaporates quickly, resulting in waste. Internal floating roofs in petroleum storage tanks act as a barrier between the petrol and the air, reducing evaporation.
As a result, it is not recommended to leave the fuel tank more than half full.
Use Special Offers to Save Up to 7%
Certain credit cards, debit cards, or fillup cards sponsored by the Oil Marketing Company (OMC) offer discounts at select petrol stations. These cards offer 1% to 7% fuel savings, which add up to significant long-term savings. You can save up to Rs. 500 when you refill your car with a 40-liter fuel capacity.
Saving up to 10% by driving efficiently
Your driving style has a significant impact on the fuel economy of your vehicle. In terms of fuel economy, smooth and steady driving truly wins the race. Gentle acceleration and using the highest safe gear should result in less fuel use.
Furthermore, when approaching a junction or a traffic light, let your car decelerate naturally. Slowly accelerate away from a stop rather than quickly stomping on the gas pedal.
This is referred to as ‘conservative driving’ because it not only saves gasoline (up to 10%), but it is also safer.
Save up to 20% by rolling up your windows.
If you travel on the highway, which means driving at 75 km/h for the most of your journey, keeping the windows closed is essential since it can improve fuel economy by up to 10-20 percent (depending on the shape of the car).
Open windows increase air drag, putting pressure on the engine and causing it to consume more fuel than usual. Using A/C with your car windows closed may be a better choice, if you drive lightly.
Save 7.5% on Tyre Pressure, Size, and Type
Tires are an important component that affects both the performance and the fuel efficiency of a vehicle. Large tyres, as well as those with blocky and deep tread patterns, have a high rolling resistance, which results in poor fuel economy. Incorrect or low tyre inflation pressure can also have an impact on fuel economy. Every 1% fall in tyre pressure results in a 0.3% decrease in fuel economy.
Regular maintenance and decarbonization – Up to 20% savings
Here’s what you can do to ensure it:
- Decarbonization: is the removal of carbon leftovers from the fuel supply used in internal combustion chambers. It cleans the traditional fuel supply and dissolves any carbon deposits on the fuel injectors, spark plugs, intake valves, or anywhere else in the engine where there is carbon residue. It also cleans other critical components including catalytic converters, exhaust sensors, and other components. Decarbonization and catalytic converter cleaning can cut car fuel expenditures by up to 20%. It should be done for vehicles that have not been decarbonized for more than 50,000 kilometres.
- Maintenance on a regular basis : To run effectively, an engine requires a decent oil filter, an air filter, and an oil change on a regular basis. faulty or out-of-date air filters
Conclusion
It is critical to follow all of these guidelines in order to see a notable change in fuel efficiency and expenses. An average automobile driver will save at least 40% fuel by following these suggestions, with savings ranging from 20% to 60% depending on how you drive.
