Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.

- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.

- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.

- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.

- Combine several trips into a single trip.

- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.

- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

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