Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

Despite all of those tangibles, fuel economy is still only an estimate. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why your vehicle’s actual fuel economy may not add up to the advertised fuel estimates. We all know that city driving lowers fuel economy. The “You” Factor. Maintenance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 24, 2012

Use cruise control. It’s just creating drag which reduces your fuel economy. Do not change it every 3,000 miles as your local oil change place wants you to do. Follow the instructions in your car’s manual. My truck, for instance, needs a change ever 5,000 miles or so. Keep tires inflated. Remove the roof rack.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 10, 2012

However, none of these tools will help drivers that intentionally or unintentionally sabotage their own fuel economy. Examples of driving habits that decrease fuel economy include poor vehicle maintenance and terrible driving habits. The most basic thing you can do to improve your fuel economy is to maintain the vehicle.

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Saving With Shellie

OCTOBER 11, 2012

The EPA Fuel Economy Estimates for the Mazda 3i Grand Touring are 28 MPG for city driving and 40 MPG for highway driving. I actually was getting a little bit higher on the highway but there was zero traffic on my way home and I had it on cruise control the whole way. I filled up at $3.56 I found this to be pretty accurate.

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