Although gas prices go up and down, over time prices steadily increase and the cost of operating your vehicle goes up
. The good news is a few simple tips can substantially improve your Chevrolet's gas mileage and cut your expenses.
Save Gas with Chevy Chips
If your car has electronic fuel injection, performance chips can be installed in minutes. They reprogram your engine to run more efficiently and save gas. Don't buy a chip that is designed for all makes and models. Chevy chips are optimized for the unique characteristics of the Chevrolet models and will give a better mileage boost than generic chips.
Chevy performance chips work by regulating the fuel flow in your engine. They increase or decrease the amount of fuel more efficiently than the stock system does. Chevy chips can be further adjusted to emphasize power or even better mileage depending on driving conditions. For example before a long road trip the dial can be turned to the most fuel efficient setting so the car will use less gas on the drive.
After installing one of these chips provide you can take further steps for even greater fuel efficiency.
Don't Rapidly Burn Gas
Rapid acceleration causes Chevy chips to burn more fuel than a slow and steady increase in speed. Instead of slamming the gas pedal to the floor, push down gently and keep it at about the halfway point while speeding up. Maintain a constant speed in traffic rather than switching between gas and brake. Back off from the traffic in front of you so you can react more smoothly to changes in traffic patterns. Drive the speed limit. Speeding doesn't save you much time but it burns a lot more gas.
Cut down on the engine idling that happens at drive up windows. Instead of burning gas waiting in line, park and go inside. You not only save gas but you get some exercise. Don't waste fuel driving around looking for the perfect parking space. Park in the first available space even if it means you have to walk a little farther.
Keep Up with Your Chevy
Chevy chips run only as well as the car they are installed in. A properly tuned engine is a big part of an efficient fuel system. Minor maintenance problems can increase your gas usage by a few percent but more serious problems such as faulty oxygen sensors can send your gas bills skyrocketing. The cost of auto maintenance will be offset by the money you save on gas.
Underinflated tires are one of the leading causes of poor gas mileage. Check your tire pressure regularly and top it off when it gets low. Not only will you improve gas mileage but the tires will last longer and your care will be safer.
Following these easy steps will have a dramatic effect on your Chevy's fuel efficiency and greatly reduce your gas expenses.