How to Be a Fuel-Efficient Driver

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Do high gas prices have you trying to figure out how to improve fuel economy on your Bay Shore commute? For instance, how can you save fuel while driving on hills? Fortunately, there are several fuel-efficient driving habits you can adopt today that will make a difference in your gas mileage. You might also consider switching to an electric vehicle like the BMW iX or i4. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide below on how to be fuel-efficient. Keep reading to learn more.

 

 

How to Improve Fuel Economy with Good Driving Habits

Lots of Bay Shore drivers have expressed interest in learning how to improve fuel economy recently. Fortunately, just about any driver can increase their gas mileage by adopting the fuel-efficient driving habits below. Here’s how to be fuel efficient by driving better:

  • Leave before rush hour. Stop-and-go traffic is hard on your engine and uses much more gas.
  • Drive at a consistent speed, not exceeding the speed limit. Speeding or constantly changing speed uses more gas. Keeping your vehicle at a nice, consistent speed, while not exceeding 65 miles per hour (or the speed limit, whichever is lower), is the most fuel-efficient way to drive.
  • Accelerate gradually. Stomping on the gas pedal uses more fuel.
  • Give yourself enough distance to come to a stop gradually. Slamming on the breaks right before you need to stop uses more fuel than is necessary.
  • Check the air pressure in your tires. Tires that don’t have enough air in them cause the engine to work harder, using more gas. Fortunately, there are plenty of gas stations in the Babylon area where you can fill the air in your tires.

How Can You Save Fuel While Driving on Hills?

Hills are hard on fuel efficiency because they require changes in speed, acceleration, and how hard the engine works. So, how can you save fuel while driving on hills? Go slow climbing up, and take your foot off the gas when going down.

Habberstad BMW of Bay Shore is Here to Help

If you’re serious about improving fuel efficiency, check out our selection of electric and hybrid BMW vehicles. Come down and take one or more of them for a test drive. And, if you found this guide to be helpful, check out our other automotive tips. We’re just a short trip away from West Islip and we’re here to help, so drop by or contact us today!

 

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