1. Reduce your speed
The higher the speed, the higher the fuel consumption. Even when you are driving on a highway, you should try to slow down a little. You can save up to 50% on fuel when you reduce your speed from 200 km/h to 160 km/h.
2. Fill your car with low-octane gas
If your car does not require premium gasoline, filling it with high-octane fuel will only be a waste of money as the fuel will neither enhance your car's performance nor improve its fuel economy. Instead, you should buy the lowest grade gas that is appropriate for your vehicle. Consult your owner's manual to find out which octane rating works best for your car. Low-octane fuel is safe as long as your engine does not knock or ping. In addition, it will also help you save hundreds of dollars per year.
3. Turn off the air conditioning
Air conditioning requires gas and that is common knowledge. So, instead of using it, you should turn it off and roll down your window. By doing this, you can save 10 to 20% on fuel. However, you should also note that some modern cars which run at higher speeds are designed to consume less gas with the AC on instead of with the AC off and windows down.
4. Do not burden your car
Some people carry tons of stuff inside their cars. As a matter of fact, this will only worsen your car's fuel economy since the heavier the car, the higher the fuel consumption. You should go through your car periodically and take away unnecessary things that will only weigh it down.
5. Change the air filter
An air filter which is clogged by dust, dirt, and even bugs will only reduce the engine's performance. When your engine has to work harder, it will consume more fuel. You can save up to 10% on fuel when you replace a clogged air filter with a new one. Have the filter checked every time you get an oil change. You should do this once every three months or every 3,000 miles, or check your owner's manual for a more detailed information.
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