2024-04-19 09:00:29
Eco-driving: reducing your speed by 10 km/h is enough
Reducing your speed on the highway may seem annoying to you, but according to the Environment and Energy Management Agency (Ademe), Reducing your pace by 10 km/h can save you up to 4.5 liters of fuel over a 500 km journey. Imagine the savings on a regular route like Lyon-Paris, where this simple action extends your travel time by just 18 minutes.
A smooth start is important, especially during the first few kilometers. Thrusting your engine too quickly when cold can increase your fuel consumption significantly. By adopting a measured acceleration, you can save up to 20% on fuel. This percentage represents a substantial portion of your fuel budget that might otherwise be used in your everyday life. Using air conditioning can increase fuel consumption by 1-7%, depending on the outside temperature and the type of vehicle. To reduce this consumption, opt for the ventilation “recycling” mode, particularly useful in traffic jams to avoid exhaust gases. This function pushes the cooled air back inside, but remember to reactivate normal ventilation regularly and keep the temperature above 26°C.
Intelligent stopping: Stop & Start
It is recommended to turn off your engine during prolonged stops, approximately 10 to 20 seconds, to avoid unnecessary consumption. With the introduction of “Stop & Start” systems in modern vehicles, this process is automated for greater convenience. By adopting this habit, you might reduce your fuel consumption by 10 to 15%. After the holidays, remember to remove unused equipment such as roof racks or roof boxes. These accessories, when left on the vehicle, increase aerodynamic drag and can increase your fuel consumption by 10 to 15%.
Maintaining a constant speed and anticipating slowdowns can significantly reduce fuel consumption. It is also necessary to increase safety distances and use engine braking as much as possible. Since the late 1990s, modern injection systems have helped reduce fuel consumption when taking your foot off the accelerator. This technology automatically cuts off the fuel supply during deceleration phases, which optimizes the vehicle’s energy efficiency. Smooth driving without harsh acceleration can reduce your fuel costs by 20%. By simply adjusting your driving style, you can enjoy a driving experience that is not only more economical, but also more enjoyable.
In summary, simple things to do while driving to save fuel (and therefore money) are:
- Regularly check tire pressure and maintain your vehicle
- Regulate your speed
- Use vehicle mechanics (decelerate instead of braking suddenly)
- . Optimize the change of gear ratios, from 2,500 rpm for a petrol car and 2,000 rpm for a diesel vehicle
- Do not accelerate the engine when cold
- Use Start & Stop wisely
- Anticipate braking All these practices can easily save you money around 500 euros per year according to Steering wheel !
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