Gas-Saving Tips from Keith Pierson Toyota

Whether you’re planning a trip to Myrtle Beach, Disney World, or Key West, you’ll no doubt want to save on gas. To that end, Keith Pierson Toyota offers these gas-saving tips.

Speeding kills (your car’s fuel economy):  Let’s admit the obvious – most of us like going fast when conditions are right. But how fast is too fast? Here’s a good barometer: if you reduce your speed on the highway from 75 mph to 62 mph, you’ll increase your car’s fuel efficiency by almost 15 percent. The reason for this dramatic improvement relates to aerodynamic drag, which increases exponentially as speed increases.

Properly inflated tires: Here’s another great way to save gas this summer–and it’s easy too. Every Toyota vehicle, ranging from a Toyota Sienna to a Toyota RAV4, has a recommended air pressure level. If you consistently keep your vehicle’s tires at the right level, whether on your own or at our local Toyota dealership, you’ll benefit from optimum fuel efficiency. And if you need motivation to check your tires often, consider that one tire under inflated by only 2psi increases your car’s gas consumption by 1 percent.

Regular service pays off: Every car part that contributes to performance – tires, brakes, oil, air/oil filters, engine, etc. – will naturally experience diminished effectiveness over time. But letting parts go too long without service/replacement is a sure-fire way to invite safety and performance risks. So before you hit the road, visit Keith Pierson Toyota for Toyota service near St. Augustine, FL.

No long idles: Whether you’re making a quick dash into the grocery store or you’re caught in construction traffic, don’t let your car idle. Shut the car off, restart it when necessary, and save fuel.

Use these tips to save fuel all summer long!

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