Sustainable Community Development Initiative
20 Energy Efficiency Tips for Driving
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1.) Combine trips for shopping and
errands
2.) Avoid unnecessary trips. Use the telephone or email to communicate 3.) Don't idle the car for more than one minute
4.) Remove bicycle and ski racks when not in use |
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5.) Use the lowest octane gasoline recommended by the manufacturer
6.) Drive the speed limit, or below, for better mileage
7.) When buying a new car, make fuel efficiency a priority
8.) Don't buy a bigger engine than you need
9.) Overdrive gears improve the fuel economy of your car during highway driving
10.) Join a carpool or use public transit
11.) Avoid sudden bursts of speed, tailgating and pumping the accelerator
pedal.
13.) Keep tires at the recommended air pressure
14.) Travel during off-peak hours when possible
15.) Keep your car engine properly tuned
16.) Take the shortest route with the best roads
17.) Excess weight uses more fuel. Remove unnecessary items from the vehicle
18.) Out on the open highway keep windows rolled up to reduce drag
19.) Use the cruise control -- it can save fuel by maintaining a steady speed
20.) Using a vehicle's air conditioner on a hot summer day can decrease mileage. If it’s cool enough, use the flow-through ventilation on you car instead of the air conditioner |
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Page last modified November 30, 2011
