Subarus strive for fuel efficiency, from the plant to the dealership and out on to the road, but there's another area where you can make a difference in fuel efficiency: your driving habits.
The easiest way to start achieving better fuel efficiency right away is simply to slow down. Although most of us drive to the flow of traffic, driving closer to lower speed limits can get you an addition 2-6 miles per gallon. Plan your time so that you can leave the house a few minutes earlier, and the savings on gas can add up. Since commuting stress is one of the top predictors of unhappiness with a job, giving yourself a more leisurely commute might pay off in greater contentment, too.
When driving in a city setting, it's important to not overdo it in the acceleration and braking department. Learning to smoothly accelerate and gradually coast to a stop will help reduce brake wear as well as significantly improve gas usage. More simple driving changes that can boost fuel efficiency by 23%
- Keep your windows up when you drive, though the temptation to drive with the windows down is great on a beautiful day in the Ozarks.
- Maintain proper tire pressure You can find the correct pressure printed on the driver's side door.
- Get the junk out of your trunk -- cutting down on unnecessary weight in the car can improve gas mileage.
Keeping fuel efficiency high is good for the environment and for your wallet.
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