Petrol is one of the biggest and most consistent costs in any typical Malaysian’s life and ways to save petrol will save you plenty of headaches when calculating your expenses each month. Here’s 9 easy ways you can save petrol today by treating your car with some love and care.
1. Check Your Air Filter
Dirty air filters can reduce your mileage by 10% and studies show that 1 in every 4 cars need an air filter replacement. Don’t skimp on changing the air filters everybody!
2. Keep Your Car Tuned Up
This goes without saying but a properly maintained engine according to the manufacturer’s specification can improve mileage up to 8%. So it may be wise to bring your car in for regular maintenance at the certified service centre—even if they cost a little more.
3. Slow Down
Once again, it’s so simple, just drive slower. For every 8km/h you consistently reduce per drive , you can reduce fuel consumption up to 7%. Vans, trucks, and SUVs in particular benefit from the reduced speed.
4. Drive Smoothly
Move out of standstill at a uniform speed and see up to 10% savings in fuel. We’re not trying to win races here people, just go gently on the accelerator at the light or at stop signs.
5. Pump RON95
Only higher compression engines require higher octane gas. So while you may think RON100 is benefitting your 1.3-litre engine, it’s not. You’re paying higher prices for almost no gain.
6. Check Your Tire Alignment
While workshops routinely gouge customers with claims of misalignment, a properly maintained alignment can save you up to 10% on petrol. If not maintained, your tires will wear out more quickly and cause your engine to work harder.
7. Tighten Your Gas Cap
This seems unlikely, but a loose cap can cause the petrol to evaporate from your tank. According to one report, you can lose up to 100 litres of petrol a year simply due to evaporation. That’s RM205 worth of petrol.
8. Keep Your Tires Inflated
The average under inflation of 3kg causes a loss of 3% in fuel efficiency. It doesn’t cost you anything but your time, so check that your tires are optimally inflated.
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