How to Get Better Mileage

Get better gas mileage in a vehicle by driving less frequently, planning errands sequentially, being a conservative driver and using cruise control. Save money on gas with conversation tips using this free video from an automotive industry writer and editor.

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• hybrid
• cars
• green
• alternative
• energy
• fuels
• fuel
• efficiency
• electric
• biodiesel
• car
• mileage

[garyoliver917]

excuse me, but NOT driving as much does NOT give you better gas mileage.

[051egan]

What he said about premium MAY OR MAY NOT be true. I did this test on my 2002 F-150 4.2L V6.

I found a flat highway, and drove it at 55, 60, 65, & 70 mph, 19.7 miles each time filling my tank each time, from the SAME PUMP at the SAME STATION, asking the owner to reserve the pump.

Regular fuel -> 17 cents / mile

I drained the tank, filled it with premium; drained it again and refilled.

I repeated the test.

Premium -> 14 cents / mile

Don't believe what people tell you.

Collect your own data.

[slayer6542007]

@duuuuuuuuuuuuuuudde It isn't tied into the fuel system, but the compressor runs off the engine. When the A/C is on, it puts a load on the engine, which will make it consume more fuel. It may not be a major load, but it is still using energy.

[Residew]

Wow, this was terrible.

[duuuuuuuuuuuuuuudde]

@LivingSuSpence a/c has no effect whatsoever on gas mileage... the airconditioning system has absolutely nothing to do with the fuel system in cars that arent extremely old...

[Klank123]

Hi, I work as a pizza delivery guy. i'd like to say this didn't help me worth a fuck faggot.

[LivingSuSpence]

This guy is retarded. Everybody tries to buy the cheapest gas but it only hurts your mileage. Premium gas gives you better mileage and also keeps your engine cleaner and reduces it's struggle. I buy BP Premium with Invigorate* and I get pretty good mileage. A/C KILLS you mileage. Drive with it off as much as possible. If you're not in a hurry, don't speed. Keep your windows up when driving above about 50 or so. Driving with sludgy oil is a bad idea too.

Happy mileage gaining! (:

[freiermann7]

If you REALLY want to know how to save fuel in YOUR car, as every car is different no matter what these idiot "experts" tell you, buy an ultraguage or scanguage and you can see how much fuel you are consuming in real time and adjust your driving habits to maximize it. Windows up? Windows down? A/C on? 60 mph? 75 mph? Just watch the display and figure it out yourself.

[freiermann7]

@alyciagibson That isn't entirely true. They source their fuel from the same refineries but do different things to it. Some are top tier companies, some are not. I have a friend who drives fuel delivery trucks...

[alyciagibson]

@freiermann7 actually, every gas station is forced to go by certain guidelines to be able to run. every gas station is basically the same. there is really no gas station better than another. (except by pricing)

[lupischuckle]

@051egan Asked the owner to reserve the pump? Sure pal....

[freiermann7]

Also, it should have been mentioned in the video, AVOID ETHANOL! It isn't any cheaper and really kills your MPG. Theres a hundred conspiracy theories why that junk is being forced on us but the fact remains that it gives your car much worse fuel economy. I lose 2-3 MPG with a 10% blend and since my car only averages about 20 mpg anyway, its a big hit. Gas prices are up and we are made to use fuel that nets less MPG so we have to buy more of it... somebody is getting rich.