What can I do to increase fuel mileage in my car?

What can I do to increase fuel mileage in my car?

Check the condition of your engine air filter. A dirty filter will reduce fuel economy, or make the engine stall when idling. Just like mowing dusty grass, driving dusty dirt roads will clog the air filter: avoid dust clouds. Helpful? Replace the fuel filter according to the car manufacturer’s recommended schedule.

Which is better for gas mileage discount or regular fuel?

No two fuels are the same, and while “discount” brand fuel may save you a few cents per L or Gal, it can contain a higher percentage of ethanol, which burns at a faster rate. Compare the mileage between fuel companies and see what is best for your car. [11] Helpful?

Where does the low pressure diesel fuel go?

All at the same time, low pressure diesel fuel is sent from the tank to the engine via a lift pump, through a couple filters, into the cylinder heads, and it winds up in the injectors in a cavity opposite the oil, which is where the magic happens.

What causes a car to lower its fuel mileage?

A damaged oxygen sensor may cause your car to have too rich of a fuel mixture, decreasing your fuel mileage by 20% or more. When you fill up with gas, fill up halfway and try to keep your tank above one quarter full. If your fuel runs low, you could put stress on the fuel pump. However, 10 gallons (37.9 L) of gas adds 60 pounds of weight.

What is considered high mileage for a diesel truck?

Opinions vary about what is considered high mileage for these engines. Some owners say that 100,000 for Chevy diesel trucks is high mileage, while others say that nothing under 350,000 should be considered high mileage.

How to increase the power and fuel mileage in a diesel pickup?

Whether you drive a Ford Powerstroke, Chevy or GMC Duramax, or a Dodge Cummins all the same principals apply. The stock horsepower is ok, but wouldn’t you love to have more power, more torque, better drivability, and of course pick up some fuel mileage? Who wouldn’t? There are three very basic steps to take to achieve this goal.

Is the Mercedes 64 plate a good deal?

I’ve been offered a good deal on a Mercedes 64 plate (2015) diesel. But it’s racked up 80k miles. Mercedes themselves are the previous and sole owners and assure me it’s motorway miles mainly. I’m just worried of additional costs once I’ve bought it because of high mileage.

Is it bad to drive a diesel like a gas engine?

The big problem is they are still driving them like a gas engine. And if you want to drive that way, you will not hurt the engine at all, but your fuel economy will suffer. For best fuel economy, diesels in general just like to loaf while doing their work.