How To Improve Your Gas Mileage

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If you’re doing a lot of driving around Savoy, it can get pricey since you’ll have to regularly visit a gas station. With that being said, you might be trying to figure out how to improve gas mileage yourself. Our service department is here to help, so we’ve put together the helpful guide below on how to increase fuel efficiency. 

How To Improve Gas Mileage With Good Driving Habits

There are simple driving habits that any  Decatur driver can adopt in order to improve gas mileage. Those habits include simple steps like driving at a consistent speed and coming to stops gradually. Here are some ways to improve gas mileage just by adjusting the way you drive:

How To Improve Gas Mileage Through Driving Habits

  • Drive the speed limit
  • Drive at a consistent speed
  • Accelerate gradually
  • Get rid of unnecessary weight or cargo
  • Don’t idle the car any more than necessary 

How To Increase Fuel Efficiency by Keeping Your Car Serviced

There are lots of reasons you should keep up with your car’s service schedule, the least of which is that doing so will help improve gas mileage on your Bloomington drives. Postponing your service appointments or not adhering to the recommended maintenance schedule will make your car’s engine work harder, thereby using more gas. Here are some ways to improve gas mileage through proper maintenance:

How To Increase Fuel Efficiency With Regular Maintenance

  • Keep your tires inflated properly
  • Changing spark plugs regularly
  • Changing the air filter regularly
  • Make sure the wheels are aligned properly
  • Replace a broken or missing spoiler
  • Replace oxygen sensors regularly
  • Replace the thermostat when needed
  • Replace the cabin air filter regularly
  • Have your brakes checked for drag
  • Have your oil changed regularly

The Service Center at Serra Champaign Automotive is Here to Help

Let us help keep your car running in top shape, at its most efficient. Schedule an appointment with us in Savoy so that we can keep your vehicle up-to-date on its maintenance schedule. And, if you found this guide to be helpful, check out our other automotive tips. We’re just down the road from Danville. So, drop by or contact us today! 

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