Fuel Saving Tips
Help Your Tires Last Longer
- Check your tyre pressure monthly and before a long trip.
- Follow the manufacturer's recommendations printed on the vehicle door placard or in the owner's manual. It's important to check the spare tyre, too.
- Inspect your tyres once a month for uneven treadwear, cuts, cracks, bulges, foreign objects or other signs of wear or damage.
- Have your tyres rotated and balanced checked every 10,000 kms. Refer to your owner's manual for complete details.
How To Save Money At The Fuel Pump
- Check Your Air Pressure
- Keep your tyres properly inflated and you could improve gas mileage every time you fill your tank. The recommended tyre pressure for your vehicle is located on a sticker inside your driver-side door or noted in your owner's manual.
- Maintain Your Air Filter
- Replacing a clogged air filter can increase your vehicle's fuel mileage by as much as 10%.
- Watch The Weight
- Excess weight in your vehicle can reduce mileage by 1-2% for every 45.5 kgs, so watch what you keep in your trunk.
- Know Your Oil
- Improve your mileage by up to with the proper grade of motor oil.
- Keep It Tuned
- Keeping up with regular vehicle maintenance can allow you to increase your mileage.
- Keep It Capped
- Did you know about 556.46 million litres of gas evaporate every year from vehicles without gas caps?
- Avoid Fast Starts
- Don't be a hot-head! Aggressive acceleration can reduce your gas mileage by up to a whopping 33%!
