Vans and Minivans- How to be More Fuel Efficient
Many people are choosing vans and minivans for their multipurpose use. They hold up to eight people and when the seats are removed or lowered, can carry large amounts of cargo. Most vans are not known for their fuel efficiency, but minivan manufacturers have felt the pressure from consumers to make more fuel efficient models.
Here are some tips from carmaintenancetips.org for getting the most mileage from your tank:
Replacing air, oil, fuel filters and doing regular maintenance and service on your van will pay in the short, medium and long term. It will save you money in fuel costs, cut down on gas guzzling and make every gallon in your tank go further. The right grade of oil and optimal fuel type that your vehicle was designed for is best recommended to make the most of any van fuel economy strategy or plan that you want to implement and practically make a difference. Your owner’s manual will have more cues and clues as to make this part of the fuel equation work its magic for you.
Rotating, balancing and having tires optimally pressurized can also cut down on drag and make positive contributions to van fuel economy that you will feel in your pocket. You will start saving by the mile and gallon before you know it!
A great van fuel economy tip has to do with the wheels and tires. Yes, we can focus on the engine, oil, vehicle, driver’s driving habits and style, type of fuel etc., but something so significant can oftentimes be overlooked. Everyone wants to spend as little as they can for the gas that they put into the vehicle they drive. One good fuel economy tip is about tire maintenance. Not only should you be maintaining the engine of your car, you should also be paying attention the tires that you are driving on. Purchase a tire gauge and check your car’s tire pressure every month. Traveling on under-inflated tires will cause you to use up more gas and they wear out quicker. All resulting in higher costs for you, which is the last thing you want to hear when your ultimate focus is on van fuel economy!
For many the minivan is increasingly becoming the optimal choice for making the most of fuel efficiency, lowering consumption, emissions and not robbing your wallet dry at the pumps, while providing safety, reliability and performance at an affordable price. Not compromising on quality, price or value, not even with rising gas prices. Recent online statistics show the following:
§ 136,000,000+ passenger and commuter cars registered in the United States,
§ Travel distances on average of 12,000-18,000 miles (19,000-29,000km) annually
§ US cars for private use gobble upward of 90 billion gallons of gasoline every year which increases as we keep putting more of them on our roads.
In the light of these numbers, van fuel economy is a top priority and imperative for EVERYONE, not a mere luxury anymore for a chosen few! We can all do our part.
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