Top 3 Ways to Improve Your Vehicle Fuel Efficiency

Even the City of Toronto is greening their vehicles, and while selecting a hybrid, electric or diesel car may not be a road you are willing to take, everyone likes to save money at the pump. 

Here are a few simple ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, regardless of whether you’re driving a Mini or a Range Rover:

1) The best way to improve fuel efficiency is to make sure that the make and model of the vehicle you choose to lease or purchase is equipped with the latest, fuel-saving technology. Typically, the newer the car, the better the fuel economy. Naturally, it doesn’t make sense to get a new car just to save money at the pump, but if you think that old gas guzzler is cheaper than getting a new car, crunch the numbers and see if this is really the case. Especially if you are someone who spends a lot of time behind the wheel, it might be time to trade ol’ Betsey in.

2) Servicing your car regularly is the next best step to optimize the fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Keeping the wheels inflated and your fluid levels high are simple things you can do to ensure more savings at the pump.

3) Lighten your load. Sure, having a bag of sand in your trunk is a good idea for winter, but do you really need it all year long? How about the hockey equipment you only use for your weekly pickup game? The more weight your vehicle is carrying, the more gas it’s going to take to haul it around the GTA.

Our expert sales staff here at Somerville Auto are committed to helping you achieve the best driving experience, and that includes details like finding more fuel efficient vehicles. We carry a wide selection of fuel-efficient vehicles our used inventory, so don’t hesitate to ask if that’s a feature that you would like to explore for your next car lease or purchase.