A Look At How To Reduce Fuel Consumption In Your Car Amidst Fuel Scarcity Wahala

It is no-longer news that fuel in Nigeria has become a scarce commodity, as many filling stations sell at exorbitant prices with a long queue of car owners amongst others.

As a result of all this wahala, it is important that you make the most out of every drop of fuel so that you can save some money.

Recall that the Group Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited, Mele Kyari, assured Nigerians that the lingering fuel scarcity will soon ease off.

He, however, said he could not assure that the queues at the fuel stations would disappear, adding that there would be a significant improvement.

A Look At How To Reduce Fuel Consumption In Your Car Amidst Fuel Scarcity Wahala

He said; “Now within the next one week, I’m not saying that you’re going to have zero queues within the next one week, no, because a number of things are out of our control, and of course, the market forces will determine some of these issues.

“But I believe that we’re going to see substantial and relative ease compared to today in the next one week.”

Below Is How To Save Fuel For Your Car During Fuel Scarcity;

Service And Maintain Your Car

Ensuring that your vehicle is in tip-top mechanical shape is vital to ensuring that its fuel economy is as good as it can be.

Ensure your vehicle engine is serviced regularly and in line with manufacturer schedules. Using the correct parts, fluids, and lubricants will make your vehicle work better and be more efficient than one that doesn’t. It’ll be more reliable too.

Maintain A Smooth Speed

When the lights turn green, don’t stamp on the accelerator and get up to speed as fast as physically possible.

One of the mistakes drivers make is they accelerate quickly and slam on the brake to go over the bump.

Do not speed fast and then slam on the brakes to go over the bump. Ensure you maintain a constant speed of 15 to 20 mph unless your car is particularly low or the bumps are exceptionally high.

Use Of Air Conditioning

As a general rule, anything that drains the car’s battery in any significant way is also a drain on your car’s fuel tank.

This is because it uses the alternator to keep the battery charged, which is powered by the engine, which needs fuel to work.

Air conditioning is one of the things that increase your fuel consumption by up to seven per cent in town driving.

At higher speeds, the effect is less noticeable, and using the air conditioning at highway speeds is more efficient than having the windows down because of the drag that’s created.

Do Without Additional Weight

How heavy your car also determines how much fuel it will consume.

An unnecessary muddle is a major culprit, but simply clearing out what’s in the backseat and the boot can have a positive impact as well.

Monitor Your Speed

Always ensure you monitor and keep in mind your level of speed. It is a safe practice and it can also benefit you in reducing your fuel consumption.

Motorists should adhere to speed limits at all times so they aren’t breaking the law, but saving money is another solid reason to do so.

Performance Of Your Tyres

No doubt, your tyres are one of the things that connect your vehicle to move.

Therefore, it is important to take its performance seriously.

Having your vehicle’s tires inflated to the correct pressures has a significant impact on your vehicle’s fuel economy.

Under-inflated tires can have a detrimental effect on your mpg by as much as 2.5 per cent.

It is important to know also that, the less time you spend braking and accelerating, the less fuel you’ll use.

Thank you for reading and don’t forget to drop your comments in the comment box.

BY IYABO AINA

Publisher News Rain Nigeria