10 Tips to Improve your MPG

10 Tips to Improve your MPG

1. Minimize your Speed.

Although this one may sound obvious, going faster means you are going to burn more fuel. Every 1 MPH increase in speed results in a .14 MPG decrease in fuel economy.

2. Find the “Sweet Spot” RPM to run your engine.

Knowing how to manage the speed of your engine is very important in maximizing your fuel efficiency. Find the “sweet spot” RPM to run your engine. 1250 – 1350 RPM tends to be a good “sweet spot” range.

3. Check Tire Pressure.

Not having the correct Tire pressure will decrease your fuel economy. For every 1 PSI drop in pressure, your fuel mileage can be reduced by 0.25% – 0.35%.

4. Minimize Idling.

Make sure you only idle your truck when absolutely necessary. One hour of idling will burn about a gallon of fuel.

5.Know how and when to Brake.

Braking is a necessary part of driving. However, Knowing when and how to can improve your MPG. Leaving more distance between you and the vehicle ahead can reduce braking and improve your MPG.

6. Use your Momentum.

Identify when you need to be on the gas pedal, it’s not always necessary. Knowing how to use momentum will improve considerably your fuel efficiency.

7. Use Cruise Control properly.

Cruise control can limit unnecessary acceleration and deceleration and can actually save you up to 5% – 7% in fuel consumption on the road.

8. Consider Aerodynamics.

Besides buying a semi truck known for it’s aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, Some known add-ons you can purchase to your current truck are angled bumpers and side fairings. This leads to improved fuel efficiency.

9. Stay in Higher Gear.

Traveling at faster rates in low gears can consume 45% – 50% more fuel than is needed. Driving in the highest gear possible is a good way to help maximize fuel efficiency.

10. Avoid carrying unnecessary items.

The more weight your truck needs to move, the higher consumption you’ll have. Your truck already carries thousands of pounds, don’t make it carry any more than it has to.