subject: Boston Nissan Dealers Offer Money Saving Tips on Gas [print this page] Massachusetts Boston Nissan dealership knows how the frequent changes in gas prices can leave you with a strain on your wallet. Buying a new improved, fuel efficient car is the best option for saving money on gas purchases, but there are many things you can do to save gas on your Nissan:
Be a Smooth Operator if you accelerate quickly each time you take off, and brake fast to stop, studies have shown fuel economy can be reduced about 3 miles per gallon. Driving smoothly and avoiding a quick acceleration and braking will not only improve gas efficiency, but it also helps extend the life of your transmission, engine, and brakes.
Drive Slower The faster you drive your Nissan, the more fuel is required to help the car push through the air due to aerodynamic drag. You lose about five miles per gallon for every ten miles per hour driven over 55mph.
Check Tire Pressure Tires that are under inflated will reduce fuel efficiency and compromise the car's handling and braking. Check tire air pressure at least once a month to make sure that your Nissan's tires are inflated according to your Nissan car manual recommendations.
Reduce Weight When you are driving your Nissan through Boston or on longer trips, more than 50% of the engines power is used to overcome the aerodynamic drag. When you carry heavy items on a roof rack (and even just the empty rack itself!) or put heavy items in the trunk, your fuel economy is reduced.
Boston Nissan Dealers Offer Money Saving Tips on Gas
