Every summer, like clockwork, the price of gas skyrockets as people start getting back onto the road for vacations and cross-country visits to family. That means customers in and around Hudson, IA are about to be very hypersensitive to fuel efficiency, to say nothing of the environmental impact better gas mileage can have. Here at Bill Colwell Ford, we’re offering up a few tips to improve gas mileage.
Four Tips for Better Gas Mileage
- Drive Safely. It sounds simple, but it can make a huge difference with fuel efficiency. Every mile per hour over 50 mph decreases efficiency rapidly in Ford models, and quick acceleration and hard braking also can impact your miles per gallon. Use cruise control on the highway at safe speeds, and accelerate smoothly when driving in town.
- Avoid Idling. If you’re waiting to pick up a kid from ballet practice or sitting in a grocery store parking lot while your partner shops, turn the vehicle off rather than letting it idle.
- Tire Pressure Matters. Properly inflated tires can help boost fuel efficiency by 3%, so make sure your tires are where they should be, and you could save big at the pump over time.
- Follow Your Maintenance Schedule. Here’s how Bill Colwell Ford can help. Replacing air filters, spark plugs, motor oil, and brake pads when recommended keeps your vehicle running at optimal performance, and all of these services can boost fuel economy.
Servicing Your Vehicle at Bill Colwell Ford
If you’d like to get an oil change or some other maintenance item completed—especially before a big trip—give us a call here at Bill Colwell Ford or check out our service scheduler on our website to get yourself on the books. Many of these fuel-saving tips are up to you, but we’ll certainly help however we can!
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