Wanting to take advantage of all the benefits of buying a used vehicle? Concerned about their efficiency? You can still find exceptional fuel efficiency in used cars at Cook Chrysler Dodge RAM.
Do Cars Lose their Fuel Efficiency?
There are lots of factors that affect your gas mileage, particularly how efficient your vehicle performs. Over time, vehicles can wear down, affecting their performance. Then, your engine has to work harder than necessary which causes it to use more fuel than necessary. However, if a vehicle is properly cared for, it’s fuel efficiency will remain mostly unchanged.
How Can I Improve My Gas Mileage?
Are you wanting to improve your vehicle’s gas mileage? There are lots of steps you can take to get better efficiency out of your car, truck, or SUV.
- Complete routine maintenance
- Keep your tires properly inflated
- Avoid excessive idling
- Drive with caution
- Remove unnecessary weight from your vehicle or trailer
- Utilize cruise control when you can
How Often Do I Need Auto Maintenance?
As we’ve mentioned, routine maintenance can seriously improve your gas mileage. Oil changes can help keep your vehicle functioning as efficiently as possible which improves performance. Maintenance also includes tire rotations which keep your tires from wearing unevenly which causes rolling resistance and decreases fuel efficiency. Your owner’s manual has a recommended maintenance schedule for your vehicle so you can make sure your vehicle gets the maintenance it needs, when it needs it.
Think an efficient used vehicle is for you? We have an extensive selection of quality used vehicles to choose from at our car dealership in Aberdeen, MD. We invite you to visit us today and find your perfect fit. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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