- Go easy on the brakes and gas pedal. Avoid “jackrabbit” starts. Try to anticipate stops to avoid sudden braking.
- Avoid long idles. Turn off the engine if you expect a lengthy wait. Idling burns more gas than restarting the engine.
- Avoid carrying unneeded junk in the trunk. More weight equals worse gas mileage.
- Avoid driving at high speeds. Mileage improves by 15% if you drive 55 instead of 65 mph.
- Keep air conditioning to a minimum. Try rolling down the windows instead.
- If you have overdrive, use it. It’s more economical at high speeds.
- Keep tires inflated properly.
- Get regular tune-ups and maintenance checks, both of which improve mileage.